The coffee bean originated in Africa but soon spread to neighbouring countries such as Egypt where coffee beans were roasted on an open fire to release their flavour.  The first coffee machine, invented in 1818, evolved over the decades until the espresso machine arrived – born out of a need to increase energy levels and discovered after hyperactive goats were found eating coffee beans in the wild!  This idea was then developed in 1901 where pressure was introduced to the brewing process in the coffee machine and the espresso machine was born.

Advancements continue into making our daily beverages even better with the latest machines able to produce many combinations of drinks at the touch of a button.  Just think, if we can come this far in just over a hundred years, what will the future bring for our coffee-making abilities in the future?

The Franke Sinfonia has the option for up to three bean hoppers, three bean grinders and an amazing twenty-eight drink selection.  The Franke Sinfonia is an ideal piece of equipment for high volume businesses such as bars, cafes, restaurants and hotels and can cater for up to 600 cups of coffee each day (a maximum of 300 drinks per hour).  Mains water and mains drainage is provided through a professional Brita water filter unit connection and a separate steam arm is also available. 

Other additional extras include an adjustable dispense head to cater for all types of coffee cups and glasses and each drink can be pre-programmed to the users own specification.  There is an automatic rinsing and cleaning programme and easy operating panel with large product buttons which can be individually programmed and labelled.

Other important features for a busy environment include a low-noise precision grinder and a dry grounds tray which can hold up to fifty portions - meaning longer periods between emptying – and a cup and milk indicator for self-service usage  This commercial coffee machine also takes aesthetics into account and comes in an attractive stainless steel finish with the plastic casing available in either anthracite or silver, making this machine a fantastic choice for the commercial environment.

Chris from Xpress Coffee Commercial Comments “While a number of companies have made their back up staff redundant during the recession we have expanded our service department and the support we can offer our customers. Again we have combined old style service with new age technology. Most of our own Xpress Service engineers now carry IPhones or IPads mainly so they can hold Information on hundreds of machine variations Like Jura, Franke, as well as many other brands, from basic manuals and cleaning guides that can be emailed direct to the customer while they are standing with them to complete wiring and technical diagrams to help with more indepth breakdowns.”

If anyone is looking for Servicing or maintenance please feel free to contact our service department.

Enjoy the luxury of a coffee maker

Whether in the home or in the office, a coffee maker not only makes great coffee; it makes life much easier. Today’s coffee makers are designed with ease-of-use in mind, and that’s for care, cleaning and maintenance as well as making that all-important latte. What’s more, you don’t need to hide your coffee maker away when you’re not using it – sleek, stylish and sophisticated, a coffee maker by any of today’s leading brands will lift the look of your kitchen.

Making great coffee

Before you invest in a coffee maker, make sure that you read all about the different types of coffee maker so that you choose the one that suits you best. Some of the coffee makers at the lower end of the market only work with certain coffee capsules or pods, so whilst they may seem like a cheaper option to begin with, you may find that you’re restricted as to the sorts of coffee you can make, or even that you don’t really like the taste of the coffee from the pods. It may cost a little more, but it’s worthwhile investing in a coffee maker that’s a little more flexible, so that you can vary the type and quantity of coffee you can make.

Get the “must-have” coffee maker today

The great news is that you can buy high quality coffee makers online today, for quick delivery to your door. Our web site has a huge selection of coffee makers, so that you’re bound to find one that suits your needs. Just browse the site, or call us for more information.

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A History Of Jura
The Jura coffee machines had been dubbed the ‘Rolls Royce’ of espresso makers. The Jura name is rooted in tradition, as well as embracing the advances in technology. Established in 1931 by an entrepreneur and Swiss inventor, Jura grew from its origins in a small Swiss village into an international brand. Jura dedicated its resources into the development of superior Jura coffee machines in the early nineties, securing itself as a leading name in the coffee industry.

Jura coffee and Swiss chocolate
Jura coffee machines tap into a Swiss tradition; one that prizes excellence and luxury. Swiss chocolate for example has its origins in the 17th century and Swiss chocolates, together with their timepieces, have earned a reputation for high quality abroad. Chocolate and coffee are two of the finest combination’s, and the Swiss know how good their Jura coffee machines and luxurious chocolate are – in fact the Swiss have the highest per capita rate of chocolate consumption world-wide.

Jura coffee machines for Swiss design and quality

The production of fine quality luxurious goods combined with the expertise in design means the Swiss are best-placed to produce state-of-the-art Jura coffee machines. One of the most famous examples of Swiss design is the Swiss Army knife, the multi-function tool that has become a must-have gadget for campers, explorers and adventurers. The design is so successful that it has taken on iconic status, and ‘Swiss Army Knife’ is now a term used to metaphorically describe usefulness. Jura coffee machines tap into this Swiss genius, where design and luxury combine to create high quality products sought after by coffee lovers all over the world.

Buy your perfect coffee maker from Xpress Coffee
Xpress Coffee Commercial Ltd gives customers the best of both worlds: online prices with store service and style. We stock a huge range of coffee machines and coffee makers, including leading brands such as WMF 800., Siemens, Delonghi, Gaggia, Jura and Illy.

What’s more, we can provide a range of coffee beans, pods and capsules, along with all the accessories you need to set up a fully-working coffee machine station for your home or business. Take advantage of our great internet deals and promotions. Simply browse our site with your shopping basket now, call us on 0871 208 1717 or chat online to our coffee experts right now.

Quality coffee machines have the edge
If you want some real juice in your java, you should pop into your local independent coffee shop that has a reputation for its quality coffee machines and beans. Coffee, like wine or chocolate, is a passion. But the Brits are relatively new to the coffee buzz. One champion barista, Simon Robertson, told the BBC that we are in the ‘Blue Nun stage’ of coffee drinking, where our taste buds simply haven’t evolved to the sophistication and subtleties of high quality coffee. To achieve superior coffee, you need the right coffee machines. Coffee machines are the foundation of extracting the right flavours from the beans and creating the perfect espresso.

Baristas, beans and coffee machines
A great coffee machine, combined with the expertise of a barista, mean you can be sure you’ll be getting consistently great coffee. The UK’s favourite coffee chain is Starbucks according to 27% of coffee drinkers, but the big chains don’t provide the overall coffee experience. The idea that you create a sense of space, a break from the real world as you enjoy a great tasting coffee, is harder to achieve in the branded bustle of the chains. The technology in coffee machines means it’s possible to knock out hundreds of cups of coffee in a matter of hours, but independents believe coffee lovers are losing out.

The lean, mean independent coffee machines
According to research it’s not surprising then that it’s the independents that provide the best coffee at the best price. Not only do they have the right equipment – the best quality coffee machines - they have the passion of the coffee aficionados too. But the sad reality is the chains are the ones whose coffee machines are in overdrive, reaping the vast majority of the £2.5bn annual turnover of the coffee industry.

Small cafes fight back
Author of Classic Cafes, Adrian Maddox, told the BBC: “The big chains are like a cancer…They’re erasing individual cafes from the UK. It’s happening at an incredible rate and is a sad situation.” As a result of the corporate brands, independents have had to be better and unique – and by investing in the best coffee machines, beans and hiring top baristas, the independents are set to become the David to the coffee chains Goliath.

Coffee Machines from Xpress Coffee
Xpress Coffee Commercial gives you the best of both worlds: online prices with store service and style. We stock a huge range of coffee machines and coffee makers, including leading brands such as Gaggia, Jura and Illy. What’s more, we can provide a range of coffee beans, pods and capsules, along with all the accessories you need to set up a fully-working coffee machine station for your home or business. Take advantage of our great internet deals and promotions. Simply browse our site with your shopping basket now, or call us on 0871 208 1717. Alternatively you can chat online to our coffee experts right now!

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Coffee Makers – From Bullets To Barista
Making a coffee machine from pieces of old ammunition may not seem like the most obvious step, but Azmeraw Zeleke is winning praise for the capabilities of his unusual coffee makers. Most of the burnt out ammunition shells that he uses to make his bespoke coffee machines are left over from the 1998-2000 conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Speaking to the BBC, Mr Zeleke stated, “The shells were dropped in Ethiopia during the war with Eritrea. They were dropped so people hid them in their homes and now they sell them”. It goes without saying that most are surprised when Mr Zeleke explains that he is buying them to turn into coffee makers.

Coffee Makers – Don’t Try This At Home
Mr Zeleke makes his coffee machines from 1 metre tall mortar shells that once littered battlefields across North East Africa. He cuts the pointed ends from the mortars and places holes in the aluminium cylinders. It is these cylinders that filter the water, coffee and milk. Mr Zeleke explains to the BBC the thinking behind his out of the ordinary coffee makers, he states, “I saw some shells being sold for a different purpose and I studied them. They were used for washing clothes or crushing things. After studying them I came up with the idea of using them as a cylinder for a coffee machine.”

Coffee Makers – Looking Further Afield
Coffee is one of the biggest exports from Ethiopia and whilst Mr Zeleke has yet to sell his coffee machines outside of his home country so far, it is something he intends to do but, in order to do so, he needs to overcome people’s reticence to buy a machine made up of old ammunition, “These shells have all been used. We all need peace and we don’t want war but once these shells have been used, we should use our skills to do something with them.”

Coffee Makers from Xpress Coffee
Xpress Coffee Commercial Ltd gives you the best of both worlds: online prices with store service and style. We stock a huge range of coffee machines and coffee makers, including leading brands such as Gaggia, Jura and Illy. What’s more, we can provide a range of coffee beans, pods and capsules, along with all the accessories you need to set up a fully-working coffee machine station for your home or business. Take advantage of our great internet deals and promotions. Simply browse our site with your shopping basket now, or call us on 0871 208 1717. Alternatively you can chat online to our coffee experts right now!

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Coffee Machine – A Healthy Lifestyle Choice
Drinking a fresh cup of coffee from a coffee machine is something of a treat for most coffee aficionados. And more coffee lovers are waking up and smelling the coffee – not only is coffee a taste to savior, but the coffee machine may be a good ally in their attempts to stay healthy. Just some of the health benefits associated with coffee include:

* Asthma – Don’t be surprised to see a coffee machine in the home of an asthma sufferer. The number of asthma sufferers has risen dramatically in recent times with as many as 10% of the UK afflicted. The benefits of coffee on asthma have been known for over 100 years. An Italian study on 72,000 people discovered that attacks of asthma lessened in regularity and severity in those who made a fresh cuppa on their coffee machine three or more times a day.
* Headaches – It can be a headache choosing the right coffee machine for you but, fortunately, once you have picked the right one, it can be use to make a cup of coffee and alleviate the symptoms of your headache. A recent investigation on 307 regular headache sufferers found that painkillers only proved successful in eradicating a headache in 67% of cases whereas coffee enjoyed a success rate of 80%.
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Alzheimer’s – Alzheimer’s is one of the most common forms of dementia and studies carried out into the disease seemed to suggest that coffee may have a positive impact in staving off the symptoms of this debilitating illness. It was found that drinking coffee along with other factors such as exercise had an effect on reducing the likelihood of suffering from the disease in old age.

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Xpress Coffee Commercial Ltd gives you the best of both worlds: online prices with store service and style. We stock a huge range of coffee machines and coffee makers, including leading brands such as Gaggia, Jura and Illy. What’s more, we can provide a range of coffee beans, pods and capsules, along with all the accessories you need to set up a fully-working coffee machine station for your home or business. Take advantage of our great internet deals and promotions. Simply browse our site with your shopping basket now, or call us on 0871 208 1717. Alternatively you can chat online to our coffee experts right now!

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Office coffee machine
Sometimes office workers can get a little lethargic and in need of something to keep them alert. A delicious cup of coffee on the desk can be really comforting and can help workers stay concentrated on their workload. An office coffee machine can make it much easier for your workers to get their morning coffee. With an office coffee machine, they can get a hot drink quickly and easily and then get on with their work.

Commercial coffee machine
If you work in a restaurant or bar, then you will benefit from having a commercial coffee machine. There is nothing more appealing than a hot, fresh coffee, particularly on a rainy afternoon and with a Commercial coffee machine, that is exactly what you will be able to provide your customers.

Espresso machine
An espresso machine can really add something to your kitchen. As well as looking really stylish, these machines can produce some delicious coffee. Never again will you have to resort to instant coffee when you have a quality machine to do all the hard work for you. For any modern day kitchen, an espresso machine is an absolute must.

Bean to cup
For that really fresh coffee taste, the best choice is to opt for a bean to cup machine. These machines use whole coffee beans rather than ground coffee and they grind the coffee themselves each time you want to make a drink. These machines are really easy to use but are perfect for those who know a good coffee when they taste one.

Jura coffee machine
There are plenty of different Jura coffee machines available which can suit a range of needs. With a Jura coffee machine, you are able to produce delicious, top quality coffee at just the touch of a button. A Jura coffee machine is ideal for domestic use but for Commercial or office use we would recommend looking at the Franke or WMF ranges.

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