Espresso Coffee Machines

Briel A1 Automatic Espresso Machine 1000W Pressure 20bar Turquoise

Key features:

  • Coffee Supply: Ground
  • Water Tank Capacity: 1.5 lt
  • Type: Semi-automatic

Semi-automatic Briel espresso machine, suitable for individuals interested in experimenting to achieve the desired taste and texture.

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Description

Description

Semi-automatic coffee machine A1 for espresso coffee, by Briel. The coffee is brewed with ground espresso, in the grind size of your choice. This way, you can determine the quantity of coffee placed in the specially designed handle, and press the start button to initiate the extraction process. Of course, each time you make coffee, the handle needs to be cleaned to ensure it is always ready for the next use.
It is a suitable choice for individuals interested in experimenting to achieve the desired taste and texture.

It has a power of 1000 Watts, and it takes a little time for the water to heat up for coffee preparation. Typically, devices with around 1100 Watts or more heat water quickly. The water tank is removable, making it easy to fill and clean, and it has a capacity of 1.5 liters. This means it can make approximately up to 25 single cups of hot espresso coffee before needing to be refilled. Additionally, thanks to the steam wand, you can manually mix steam and milk to create foam with the ideal density for your preferred milk-based beverage, such as cappuccino or latte.
Lastly, the pressure exerted by the boiler on the coffee for extraction is 20 bars. The recommended values for a rich and creamy espresso are typically 9 bars or higher.

Technical Details

  • Boiler: stainless steel
  • Water tank: 1.5L removable
  • Filters: ground coffee and pods
  • Steam pipe: Yes
  • Coffee thermostat temperature: 95°C
  • Steam temperature: 130°C
  • Overheating protection: Yes

Manufacturer

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Specifications

Specifications

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User Manual

Specifications

Type
Semi-Automatic
Coffee Supply
Ground
Power
1000 W
Pressure
20 bar
Water Tank Capacity
1.5 lt
Colour
Turquoise
Retro
No
Boiler Type
Single

Capabilities & Functions

Milk Frother
No
Built-in
No
Removable Water Tank
No
Water Filter
No
Automatic Shut-off
No
Cup Warmer
No
Steam Nozzle
Yes
Temperature Control
No

Smart Attributes

Wi-Fi
No

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (13)

Reviews

  1. 8
  2. 3
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2
  5. 1 star
    0
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  • Easy to use
  • Coffee quality
  • Heating time of the device
  • Crema
  • Value for money
  • Cleaning
  • Foam milk
  • Construction quality
  • Moderate noise

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  • vangeliskef

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Excellent machine for its price. Very good coffee and froth milk.
    The quality of the plastics is moderately good.
    I give it four stars because the on-off switch broke for the second time and I have to send it back to the dealership, which is a hassle. (communicate, pack, send, be without a coffee maker for a period of time, etc.)

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Construction quality
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  • nikos_denis
    2
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    I bought it about 6 months ago. The machine makes good coffee and froth milk.

    The problem is the after sales support. The switch on the back of the machine broke, making it difficult for me to open and close it easily. I have sent emails to both the representative in Greece and the headquarters in Portugal asking how I can buy a new switch. I haven't received any response. It's a shame because a small damage can render the machine useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
    • Noisy
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  • This review is about the colour: Black

    Very good for its price and good coffee.
    On the negative side, it is not sturdy with a lot of plastic on the outside and it needs a little "force" to close the latch.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Construction quality
    • Moderate noise
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  • THOMAS_PREVERE
    5
    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    The machine is great for home use. It has a stainless steel boiler, which is essential for the taste of the coffee and for preventing the accumulation of salts. It does not have an aluminum thermoblock, which most home machines have. The portafilter and the baskets are of good quality, although it can be a bit tricky to remove the coffee puck without the basket falling into the trash bin. With the pressurized portafilter, anyone can make a coffee at home without much effort, knowledge, or a grinder. That's why the basket has an extraction adjustment screw. If you buy pre-ground coffee from a supermarket, for example, and you want a quick extraction, you can tighten the screw a bit and vice versa. Download the instructions from the company in Greek, where all of this is explained. Happy holidays!

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Construction quality
    • Moderate noise
    • Foam milk
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • nk_georgousis
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    The machine makes good coffee as well as frothed milk, and its use is easily learned. The only thing I had to pay attention to a little is when I put the coffee and press it to be as uniformly flat as possible so that the flow is the same from both outlets (when I was making two cups simultaneously, for example). I am very satisfied.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Cleaning
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • mixpantel
    4
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    For its price, it is quite decent although I don't get along well with the pressurized baskets. I have tried using a naked one by one and the coffee is always satisfactory for its price, and it heats up quite quickly. The milk frother is a breeze with very good pressure and it holds up to 500 ml of milk. Internally, it is quite well-made, plus it comes with a 10-year warranty.

    As for the negatives, I will only mention that it has a lot of plastic on the outside and it takes a little "effort" to latch the closure

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
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  • FOTEINI_CHRISTINA_SIACHRA
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Simply awesome machine, you can make professional coffee at home. Also, very good service. I wanted some information and sent an email, the company contacted me immediately, very polite. It's worth the money, I highly recommend it without hesitation.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Moderate noise
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  • nikosretsos
    5
    6 out of 6 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Better than I expected. Finally, the boiler must make the difference. The uniform temperature it provides during extraction helps in the taste of the coffee but also in the crema, which is impressive. The frothing is also very easy and with excellent results.

    Although I have only tried ground coffees so far, the difference is noticeable compared to all the coffee machines I have checked up to 200 and something euros.

    Quite a quality construction and feel of materials, and a convenient size for the kitchen.

    The only negative is the grid on the base, which is not cleaned so easily, because it is a single plastic with protrusions.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Cleaning
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • jdimitk
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    I had a United 1400w for 10 years. I have had this one for 2 days now. So far, it's super. Of course, there is no comparison, the old one was cheaper. It makes almost professional coffee and excellent froth. We'll see in the future???

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 2
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    I was expecting more

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Coffee quality
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Foam milk
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Noisy
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  • 4
    3 out of 7 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    7 out of 10 times it runs only hot water

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Heating time of the device
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Moderate noise
  • Excellent machine for its price. Very good coffee and froth milk.
    The quality of the plastics is moderately good.
    I give it four stars because the on-off switch broke for the second time and I have to send it back to the dealership, which is a hassle. (communicate, pack, send, be without a coffee maker for a period of time, etc.)

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • I bought it about 6 months ago. The machine makes good coffee and froth milk.

    The problem is the after sales support. The switch on the back of the machine broke, making it difficult for me to open and close it easily. I have sent emails to both the representative in Greece and the headquarters in Portugal asking how I can buy a new switch. I haven't received any response. It's a shame because a small damage can render the machine useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Very good for its price and good coffee.
    On the negative side, it is not sturdy with a lot of plastic on the outside and it needs a little "force" to close the latch.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • The machine is great for home use. It has a stainless steel boiler, which is essential for the taste of the coffee and for preventing the accumulation of salts. It does not have an aluminum thermoblock, which most home machines have. The portafilter and the baskets are of good quality, although it can be a bit tricky to remove the coffee puck without the basket falling into the trash bin. With the pressurized portafilter, anyone can make a coffee at home without much effort, knowledge, or a grinder. That's why the basket has an extraction adjustment screw. If you buy pre-ground coffee from a supermarket, for example, and you want a quick extraction, you can tighten the screw a bit and vice versa. Download the instructions from the company in Greek, where all of this is explained. Happy holidays!

    Translated from Greek ·
    5
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Description & Specifications

Semi-automatic coffee machine A1 for espresso coffee, by Briel. The coffee is brewed with ground espresso, in the grind size of your choice. This way, you can determine the quantity of coffee placed in the specially designed handle, and press the start button to initiate the extraction process. Of course, each time you make coffee, the handle needs to be cleaned to ensure it is always ready for the next use.
It is a suitable choice for individuals interested in experimenting to achieve the desired taste and texture.

It has a power of 1000 Watts, and it takes a little time for the water to heat up for coffee preparation. Typically, devices with around 1100 Watts or more heat water quickly. The water tank is removable, making it easy to fill and clean, and it has a capacity of 1.5 liters. This means it can make approximately up to 25 single cups of hot espresso coffee before needing to be refilled. Additionally, thanks to the steam wand, you can manually mix steam and milk to create foam with the ideal density for your preferred milk-based beverage, such as cappuccino or latte.
Lastly, the pressure exerted by the boiler on the coffee for extraction is 20 bars. The recommended values for a rich and creamy espresso are typically 9 bars or higher.

Technical Details

  • Boiler: stainless steel
  • Water tank: 1.5L removable
  • Filters: ground coffee and pods
  • Steam pipe: Yes
  • Coffee thermostat temperature: 95°C
  • Steam temperature: 130°C
  • Overheating protection: Yes

Manufacturer

Product Guides

User Manual

Specifications

Type
Semi-Automatic
Coffee Supply
Ground
Power
1000 W
Pressure
20 bar
Water Tank Capacity
1.5 lt
Colour
Turquoise
Retro
No
Boiler Type
Single

Capabilities & Functions

Milk Frother
No
Built-in
No
Removable Water Tank
No
Water Filter
No
Automatic Shut-off
No
Cup Warmer
No
Steam Nozzle
Yes
Temperature Control
No

Smart Attributes

Wi-Fi
No

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (13)

  1. 8
  2. 3
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Easy to use
  • Coffee quality
  • Heating time of the device
  • Crema
  • Value for money
  • Cleaning
  • Foam milk
  • Construction quality
  • Moderate noise

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Reviews by our members

  • vangeliskef

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Excellent machine for its price. Very good coffee and froth milk.
    The quality of the plastics is moderately good.
    I give it four stars because the on-off switch broke for the second time and I have to send it back to the dealership, which is a hassle. (communicate, pack, send, be without a coffee maker for a period of time, etc.)

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Construction quality
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • nikos_denis
    2
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    I bought it about 6 months ago. The machine makes good coffee and froth milk.

    The problem is the after sales support. The switch on the back of the machine broke, making it difficult for me to open and close it easily. I have sent emails to both the representative in Greece and the headquarters in Portugal asking how I can buy a new switch. I haven't received any response. It's a shame because a small damage can render the machine useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
    • Noisy
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • This review is about the colour: Black

    Very good for its price and good coffee.
    On the negative side, it is not sturdy with a lot of plastic on the outside and it needs a little "force" to close the latch.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Construction quality
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • THOMAS_PREVERE
    5
    5 out of 5 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    The machine is great for home use. It has a stainless steel boiler, which is essential for the taste of the coffee and for preventing the accumulation of salts. It does not have an aluminum thermoblock, which most home machines have. The portafilter and the baskets are of good quality, although it can be a bit tricky to remove the coffee puck without the basket falling into the trash bin. With the pressurized portafilter, anyone can make a coffee at home without much effort, knowledge, or a grinder. That's why the basket has an extraction adjustment screw. If you buy pre-ground coffee from a supermarket, for example, and you want a quick extraction, you can tighten the screw a bit and vice versa. Download the instructions from the company in Greek, where all of this is explained. Happy holidays!

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Construction quality
    • Moderate noise
    • Foam milk
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • nk_georgousis
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    The machine makes good coffee as well as frothed milk, and its use is easily learned. The only thing I had to pay attention to a little is when I put the coffee and press it to be as uniformly flat as possible so that the flow is the same from both outlets (when I was making two cups simultaneously, for example). I am very satisfied.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Cleaning
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • mixpantel
    4
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    For its price, it is quite decent although I don't get along well with the pressurized baskets. I have tried using a naked one by one and the coffee is always satisfactory for its price, and it heats up quite quickly. The milk frother is a breeze with very good pressure and it holds up to 500 ml of milk. Internally, it is quite well-made, plus it comes with a 10-year warranty.

    As for the negatives, I will only mention that it has a lot of plastic on the outside and it takes a little "effort" to latch the closure

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • FOTEINI_CHRISTINA_SIACHRA
    5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Simply awesome machine, you can make professional coffee at home. Also, very good service. I wanted some information and sent an email, the company contacted me immediately, very polite. It's worth the money, I highly recommend it without hesitation.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • nikosretsos
    5
    6 out of 6 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    Better than I expected. Finally, the boiler must make the difference. The uniform temperature it provides during extraction helps in the taste of the coffee but also in the crema, which is impressive. The frothing is also very easy and with excellent results.

    Although I have only tried ground coffees so far, the difference is noticeable compared to all the coffee machines I have checked up to 200 and something euros.

    Quite a quality construction and feel of materials, and a convenient size for the kitchen.

    The only negative is the grid on the base, which is not cleaned so easily, because it is a single plastic with protrusions.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Cleaning
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • jdimitk
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    I had a United 1400w for 10 years. I have had this one for 2 days now. So far, it's super. Of course, there is no comparison, the old one was cheaper. It makes almost professional coffee and excellent froth. We'll see in the future???

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    • Moderate noise
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 2
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    I was expecting more

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Coffee quality
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Foam milk
    • Heating time of the device
    • Crema
    • Noisy
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 4
    3 out of 7 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the colour: Black

    7 out of 10 times it runs only hot water

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Heating time of the device
    • Silent
    • Value for money
    • Crema
    • Foam milk
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

    This review is about the colour: Black

    • Coffee quality
    • Easy to use
    • Cleaning
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Heating time of the device
    • Moderate noise
  • Excellent machine for its price. Very good coffee and froth milk.
    The quality of the plastics is moderately good.
    I give it four stars because the on-off switch broke for the second time and I have to send it back to the dealership, which is a hassle. (communicate, pack, send, be without a coffee maker for a period of time, etc.)

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • I bought it about 6 months ago. The machine makes good coffee and froth milk.

    The problem is the after sales support. The switch on the back of the machine broke, making it difficult for me to open and close it easily. I have sent emails to both the representative in Greece and the headquarters in Portugal asking how I can buy a new switch. I haven't received any response. It's a shame because a small damage can render the machine useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • Very good for its price and good coffee.
    On the negative side, it is not sturdy with a lot of plastic on the outside and it needs a little "force" to close the latch.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • The machine is great for home use. It has a stainless steel boiler, which is essential for the taste of the coffee and for preventing the accumulation of salts. It does not have an aluminum thermoblock, which most home machines have. The portafilter and the baskets are of good quality, although it can be a bit tricky to remove the coffee puck without the basket falling into the trash bin. With the pressurized portafilter, anyone can make a coffee at home without much effort, knowledge, or a grinder. That's why the basket has an extraction adjustment screw. If you buy pre-ground coffee from a supermarket, for example, and you want a quick extraction, you can tighten the screw a bit and vice versa. Download the instructions from the company in Greek, where all of this is explained. Happy holidays!

    Translated from Greek ·
    5
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