Espresso Makers for Less

I was think of getting my sister a cappuccino machine, but it’s easier to find an espresso machine.

I found some are just for plain coffee, cappuccino, or espresso. Some you can make all three.

What do you think is my best option? She loves sweet, creamy coffee.

Cappuccino is just espresso and steamed milk (to make foam). So if she has another way of making steamed milk, she can use an espresso machine. But if she likes cappuccino, an espresso machine will not do.

We have a Capresso Ultima 121 that makes both very easily, is easy to clean because you don’t have to do it after every cup as you do with most espresso machines, and only cost about $300 as opposed to the thousands that some Cappuccino machines can set you back. Check it out.

Espresso cups.
I have tried doing on line searches for "thick-walled espresso cups" but I don’t get the ones I am looking for.

The ones I mean were usually used in espresso bars and cafés in the from the 50’s to the 70’s. They were nothing fancy, but they evoke a memory that adds to the enjoyment of the coffee’s flavor.

Try a goodwill stores, 2nd hand stores, coffee house auctions, food service web sites