With all of the same features as its semi-automatic sibling the Pasquini Livia 90A has the added bonus of programmable volume settings. This means this Pasquini automatic espresso coffee machine can really be called a magic espresso machine. Simple user-friendly buttons replace the manual switches found on the Semi-Automatic Livia 90S. When pressed the buttons extract the preset single or double shot amounts that you have chosen and set, then it stops automatically.

Jam packed with professional grade features and components, the Pasquini Livia Automatic is a true heat exchanger espresso machine. Dual heating elements coordinate with the large 1.5 liter copper boiler letting you steam milk as your espresso is pouring. No longer will your coffee get cold as you rush to finish frothing milk.

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Espresso Machine Review

In the world of coffee and espresso Pasquini is often said to be the ultimate maker of espresso equipment in the world. That's a lofty declaration to live up to, but Pasquini holds to this statement with its quality and attention to detail. The Livia 90 housing construction is second to none as the company knows what it takes to produce a top quality commercial automatic espresso coffee machine. After all, it is what they are most famous for since 1956.

Inside the Livia 90A Automatic is a Solenoid 3-way valve. These valves, only available on high end machines, relieve pressure in the portafilter immediately after brewing so you can pull consecutive shot after shot.

Solenoid valves espresso machines are always built to a higher standard. The fact that the valve is there tells you that this manufacturer knows about real espresso machine requirements.

Even though you may be buying this magic espresso machine for the home it is tailored for heavy use. The Pasquini Livia 90A can be left on all day, due to its power supply and secure electrical system. The automatic espresso coffee machine is always ready to brew espresso or steam milk. The 1,200 Watt system heats up the copper boiler in less than 10 minutes from when you first power-up in the morning.

Both the polished steel cup tray and the sturdy plastic drip tray are easy to remove and clean. As you know proper heat is essential to a good cup of espresso and the Livia 90A has included a stainless steel warming plate, located on the top of the espresso machine, to make sure the espresso doesn't lose temperature as it hits a cold cup.

Pasquini HML90A Features & Benefits

Control Panel Features:
Simple to control and well-designed in its efficient presentation of the control panel the Livia 90 Automatic is a joy to operate. Although the first time each day you turn on the machine, with the commercial grade rocker switch, you have to wait up to 10 minutes once the machine is ready you’re going to get the perfect espresso.

Pasquini knows that not all of us are expert baristas so the control panel is made with the home user in mind. The powerful 1,200 Watt dual heating element quickly gets the water and steam to the optimal temperatures. When the pressure gauge is in the green you know to tap the brew button of your choice, your preset single or double shot is headed your way.

Espresso Brewing Features:
The ideal espresso and wonderful lattes and cappuccinos no longer need to be waited for in long lines at the local cafe. With your Pasquini espresso machine, you can have them right where you are every single day – at home. Brewing on the Livia 90 is straightforward as this automatic espresso coffee machine does nearly all the work.

Not all the steps are automated but there are many circuits and safety features to help produce a consistently excellent cup of coffee.

The 3-way solenoid valve is one such feature. This outlet is hooked into the brew cycle button, so when the unit is turned off the three way solenoid valve opens and automatically releases the water off the coffee grounds in the portafilter.

This gives you instant control and no dripping from the brass group head. The extra water is directed into the removable drip pan and off the coffee grounds so your cup won’t have even one extra drop of flavor diluting water. With a drier coffee in the portafilter it is also easier to knock the “puck” out.

You’ll have to fill the portafilter and lock it into place plus steam/froth your milk, but other than these steps the Pasquini Livia 90A doesn’t have you do much else. With intelligent features to protect the machine and the coffee’s quality you’ll be very happy and totally delighted with spending the extra money to get the perfect brew.

Steam Wand / Frother Features:
With its anti suction valve built into the Steam Wand another quality protecting benefit is evident on the Pasquini Livia 90A. The “anti-valve” stops milk from being sucked up and into the Steam Wand. This guarantees you no hidden bacteria and is a major reason this Italian espresso machine earns its NSF Sanitation Certification.

The stainless steel Steam Wand has two different frothing tips for you to employ. The first is a commercial style Rosetta four hole head. The four holes give you finer bubbles as they are produced with less air. This attachment tip may take more skill to master but is very relaible. The second is a Teflon turbo frothing tip with a little wider head. The wider head means slightly less control over the bubbles’ fineness but a faster frothing.

Boiler Features:
Pasquini is famous for their attention to quality and details. This is highlighted by the Livia 90 automatic espresso coffee machine’s Electronic Boiler Refill Control circuit. This circuit monitors the water level in the copper boiler and mechanically senses when to pull more water from the Water Reservoir. Some minerals must be present in the water you use and this is why pure distilled water won’t work for this Livia 90 model.

The copper boiler is very large – 1.5 liters - and you should be prepared to allow the machine a minimum of 8 minutes to fully heat up before its first use of the day. You’ll know the machine is ready when the orange light, next to the On/Off button, is not showing. This indicator light turns off to tell you that the boiler has heated the water to the optimal temperature.

Portafilter Features:
Let’s be honest here, as we try to be through out our reviews – you’re interested in this Pasquini espresso machine because you like the finer things in life. So you know that most often size, style and materials help differentiate what is better than others. With a 58mm diameter basket the Livia 90 portafilter is the same size as those used on commercial espresso machines, a category of machines Pasquini is most familiar with.

The style of this wider opening exposes more of the coffee to the hot water and creates a lush Crema and splendid flavor. Think of all the lessons from Food Network stars Alton Brown and Emeril Lagasse. They often share the more surface area that comes in contact the more flavor is being extracted. The materials used in the filter are resilient plastic and chrome-plated brass connections on the holder itself. The plastic works to protect your hand from the heat while the brass connectors give you stability during the whole brewing process.

Brass, like the copper in the Livia 90 boiler, is an excellent material to transfer heat. So you see what your money is paying for – the Italian designed and knowledgeable elements that really help make the perfect espresso.

Water System / Reservoir Features:
You can’t get much larger than this! This automatic espresso coffee maker utilizes a 3.5 liter Water Reservoir that can be filled from the top. We haven’t encountered many home espresso machines with a larger capacity. Located on the back of the machine the 3.5 liter reservoir’s water level is monitored by the Electronic Boiler Refill Control. When the green indicator light turns off this tells you that it is time to fill the tank. Can it get easier than this?

More Time Saving Features

Water Quantity Features:
Want to quickly spot excellence in a home espresso machine? Then look no further than the automatic Pasquini Livia 90A. The massive 1.5 liter copper boiler and 1,200 Watt dual heating elements beautifully coordinate with the 3.2 liter Water Reservoir. This means that everything associated with the water on this automatic espresso coffee machine is really best of class.

Programmable Timer Features:
No programmable timer is available on this model.

Active Cup Warmer Features:
Yes, having such a large 1,200 Watt boiler works to preheat cups. The plate on the machine’s top is an Active Cup Warmer for up to six cups.

Hot Water Dispenser Features:
Yes, it’s true and you will quickly see not many home espresso cappuccino machines give you a separate hot water dispenser. Imagine the ease of preheating your cups from the ample boiler or quickly making tea or Café Americano with this unique feature.

ESE Pods or Ground Coffee:
No, the Livia 90 model is not able to use coffee pods and no adaptor is currently available.

Drip Tray Features:
Yes, the drip tray on this automatic espresso coffee machine is removable and easily cleaned with hot water and soap.

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