Piccola | ESE Pod Coffee Machine | Sara Classic
Piccola | ESE Pod Coffee Machine | Sara Classic
Description
The Sara Classic is the machine we put in the kitchen of an office of 30 to 40 people. Fill its 3-litre tank once and it lasts all day; its stainless steel body handles continuous use without asking for anything in return.
It's a single-group machine for 44 mm ESE pods, made and assembled in Italy from quality materials (brass, steel). No grinder, no grounds, no technician: pop in the pod, lower the lever and brew. It draws 500 W, far less than a café machine, and has a safety thermostat.
It's the “Classic” version of the Sara range: coffee, and nothing else. If you want a milk steam wand, there's the Sara Vapore (to order).
Why this machine
- 3 L tank: one fill a day for 30-40 people.
- Stainless steel and a large-capacity drip tray.
- 500 W: very low consumption for continuous use.
- Made in Italy; spare parts available; 24-month warranty.
Specifications
| Format | 44 mm ESE pods |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar |
| Heat-up | Boiler with safety thermostat |
| Water tank | 3 L |
| Power | 500 W · 230 V |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 21 × 29 × 30,5 cm |
| Weight | 9 kg |
| Group | One brew group |
| Steam wand | No (Classic version; available on the Sara Vapore) |
| Build | Stainless steel; large-capacity drip tray |
| Finish | Stainless steel / black |
| Origin | Designed and assembled in Italy |
| Warranty | 24 months |
FAQs
Does it make two coffees at once?
No. It's a one-group, one-pod machine: one coffee at a time, in about 25-30 seconds.
How many people is it for?
3 litres of water gives you about 60-70 espressos without refilling: an office of 30-40 people gets through the morning on one fill.
Does it have a steam wand?
The Classic doesn't. The Sara Vapore does, with a steam wand for milk.
Does more bar mean better coffee?
No. The bar figure manufacturers quote (15, 19…) is the pump's rated pressure; espresso is extracted at around 9 bar in every home machine. The number doesn't tell you which one makes better coffee: what changes the cup is the coffee, the grind and the temperature.
Brewing and storage
Whole bean coffee. Once opened, keep it in an airtight container, away from light, heat and moisture. Not in the fridge. Grind just before brewing and finish it within about 4 weeks: after that it is still coffee, just not the same coffee.
ESE pods. One pod per espresso. It goes straight into the portafilter as it is: no opening, no tamping. Keep them in their box, somewhere cool and dry.
Coffee machines. Follow the manufacturer's manual. Use low-mineral water, clean the portafilter and drip tray after each use and descale regularly. A clean machine makes better coffee. Simple as that.
Shipping and returns
Shipping. We pack and ship your order within 48 to 72 business hours of payment being confirmed. Orders placed at weekends or on public holidays are processed from the next business day. Delivery times are estimates and depend on the destination and the carrier.
Shipping costs. Shown at checkout, before you confirm your order. No surprises.
Returns. Coffee machines and accessories: 30 calendar days from delivery, unused, with tags, in the original packaging and with proof of purchase. Ask us for authorisation before sending anything back. Coffee is food: once delivered, it cannot be returned.
Refunds. Once we receive and inspect the return, we refund the price of the product to your original payment method within about 10 business days. Return shipping is on you, unless the product arrived damaged or the mistake was ours.
Arrived damaged, incomplete or not what you ordered? Email us as soon as possible at hola@cafespezia.es with your order number and, if you can, a photo or two.
Full details in our shipping policy and refund policy.