Overall Rating
9.1, Based on 66 Reviews
Avg Price
$1,649.00
Manufacturer
Isomac
Machine Type
semi commercial, pump, solenoid valve, reservoir, drawer, espresso machine
Colors
Steel
Class
Semi / Automatic Heat Exchanger Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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The Tea (pronounced Teh ah) is another of a new breed of serious espresso machines for home or very light commercial use.
Peter Bigone (quality: 10.0)
02.27.2013
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Gorgeous, reliable, quality machine.
Jim R. (quality: 9.3)
08.31.2002
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Consistency! Period! Great to God shots over and over and over. Simply the highest quality and standards available. Well worth every penny spent on it.
James Schulman (quality: 9.2)
05.28.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: The awesome E61 group in a fast, user friendly package
Ton Boom (quality: 9.0)
10.31.2007
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: Isomac Tea II = fantastic Italian espresso and cappucino. Good value for money!
Blazej Mrozinski (quality: 8.7)
02.07.2008
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: I can totally recommend it to anybody considering an upgrade. If you can afford some more $ pass the Silva and grab an Isomac
Paul Kocurek (quality: 8.6)
12.03.2003
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: After spending a year with Livia, Tea has left a refreshingly sweet taste in my mouth.
Howard Sheppard (quality: 8.5)
11.02.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: It may seem like a lot of money, but you won't be sorry. Great espresso is the norm.
Paul Gitmark (quality: 8.4)
01.23.2008
Rating: 9.8
Bottom Line: Quality on the inside and outside, a true joy to use and have at home.
Donald Blum (quality: 8.3)
07.02.2002
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: E61 grouphead, two pressure gauges, commercial heat exchanger/boiler, and it can be plumbed in.
Owen O'Neill (quality: 8.3)
04.24.2003
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Cool retro looks and consistently great shots - a dream machine!
Tarik Ghbeish (quality: 7.9)
10.06.2003
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Worth every penny if you require quality and value.
Marty (quality: 7.9)
10.20.2001
Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: The Espresso Says it All !!
Stephen Swayne (quality: 7.8)
08.18.2007
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Best espresso for the money! Stainless steel eye candy! AMAZING espresso!
Eric D (quality: 7.6)
12.18.2001
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: A great machine at a great price. (Sorry for the lengthy review)
Murray West (quality: 7.6)
11.24.2003
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: A true step-up from 500 dollar machines, great build quality, very solid, but a pitifully small water reservoir.
Mr. Will (quality: 7.4)
03.29.2003
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Great machine, easy to use, fast and Chris is the only guy to buy from.
Eric DeGroot (quality: 7.4)
08.12.2002
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: At its price point, has the edge over the MiniNova in size and aesthetics; edges out the Livia in temperature stability.
Arthur Siegel (quality: 7.4)
12.16.2003
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: The Tea is the way to go if you want consistant, great espresso and a quality machine to interact with on a daily basis.
Jason Molinari (quality: 7.3)
03.03.2003
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Great espresso, great cappuccino, great looks. What else do you need.
Noel Hong (quality: 7.2)
07.28.2002
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: With good water, fresh roasted beans, proper grind & average technique this machine will deliver a good to great shot.
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