When it comes to who can make the best coffee, having that extra edge can give you the lead you need in the coffee market. Everybody knows that the difference between a good, average cappuccino and a great one is enough to foster customer loyalty. Coffee shops that invest in Gaggia machines have a consistently high quality. But it isn’t just about investing in a top, state-of-the-art Gaggia machine – it’s also about having skilled and passionate staff.

Gaggia – A way of life

For the real coffee aficionado, coffee is a way of life. The people who operate Gaggia coffee machines – the baristas – make all the difference to the quality of coffee made. Even though a high spec Gaggia coffee machine will ensure the standard of all coffee made is consistently high, the baristas add to the atmosphere and those with skill can make all the difference.

Gaggia coffee machines – the Barista’s choice

In America, regional barista competitions are standard, demonstrating how seriously coffee lovers take their subject. Colourful characters, coffee lingo and the countless shots of espresso all make the competition a particularly heated one. In the Tri-Valley Herald in California, America, they regularly report on the Berkley barista competitions. Gaggia coffee machines get put to the test, especially with the Annual Western Regional Barista Competition hosted by the Speciality Coffee Association of America. It’s just one of the many regional competitions that ensure America’s coffee is the best. They’ve invested in the best Italian Gaggia machines, alongside the world’s highest quality beans; and they expect their espresso bar operators to be equally skilled and experienced.

Eat, live, breathe and drink coffee

The countless barista competitions aim to find the best-tasting, smoothest espresso and custom made signature drink. As well as using top end Gaggia coffee machines and beans, the baristas are judged on presentation, technical skills and customer service. If you thought coffee was simply switching a button on a Gaggia coffee machine, it’s time to wake up and smell the coffee. The barista competition organiser told the Tri-Valley Herald, “We've gathered roasters and baristas who are the most serious of their craft - roasting and serving coffee well. It’s serious. This is their life. Like anybody who serves wine, beer, great food or fine chocolate, this is the same thing. It’s the best coffee."

Gaggia coffee machines: available from Coffee Xclusive

Coffee Xclusive supplies a wide range of top-quality coffee machines for use in the home, the office, or for commercial purposes. We also provide coffee beans, pods and capsules along with all the accessories you need. To find out more, or to order online, just browse our website. We’re always happy to answer any questions you might have – just fill in our online enquiry form on the Contact Us page.