Bezzera Unica Espresso Machine
Bezzera Unica Overview
The Bezzera Unica is a rugged espresso machine with an old-world personality that speaks to people who really love espresso. The standout feature of the Unica is its PID. The PID controller moderates the boiler temperature for both steaming and brewing, giving the Unica great temperature stability and the ability to tinker for anyone who wants a more nuanced extraction from specialty coffee.
Features and Performance
Now, it’s important to keep in mind that this is a single boiler machine, which means the Unica uses a single boiler for brewing and steaming. A little extra patience is required when switching from brewing to steaming while the boiler heats up. With that said, the Unica is well-built with a 3-way solenoid valve, a vibration pump, and the iconic E61 group head made of chrome-plated brass. The machine comes with a multi-directional steam wand with a joystick control and a two-hole steam tip, as well.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | HFC-2023060056 |
| Boiler Configuration | Single-Boiler/Dual-Use |
| Number of Boilers | 1 |
| Brew Boiler Heater Location | Internal |
| Brew Boiler Material | Copper |
| Brew Boiler Orientation | Vertical |
| Brew Boiler Volume (Oz) | 16.9 fl-oz |
| Three-Way Valve | Automatic |
| Brew Group Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
| Brew Group Size (mm) | 58 mm |
| Brew Group Type | E61 |
| Brew Boiler Wattage | 1300 |
| Recommended Application | Home / Residential |
| Pressure Gauges | Brew Circuit |
| Type of Controls | Lever |
| Cup Height (max, inches) | 3.5 in |
| Cup Warmer Material | AISI 304 Stainless Steel |
| Cup Warmer | Passively Heated |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel |
| Drip Tray Material | AISI 304 Stainless Steel |
| Portafilter Baskets Included | Double,Single |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Housing Color | Stainless Steel |
| Housing Material | AISI 304 Stainless Steel |
| Depth (Inches) | 16.73 |
| Height (Inches) | 14.76 |
| Weight (Lbs) | 41 |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Width (Inches) | 9.84 |
| Filter Diameter (mm) | 58 mm |
| Portafilter Handle Material | Plastic |
| Portafilter Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
| Number of Portafilters Included | 2 |
| Portafilter Type | Commercial Style |
| Portafilter Weight (lbs) | 2 lbs |
| Adjustable Brew Pressure | Yes |
| Pump Pressure (Max. Bar) | 15 Bar |
| Pump Type | Vibration |
| Pump Wattage | 52 watts |
| Warranty Service Provider Email | [email protected] |
| Warranty Service Provider | HARFAN COFFEE |
| Warranty Service Provider Phone Number | +62-838-9755-1917 |
| Manufacturers Warranty Period | 3-Year Parts and Labor |
| Amps | 10.8 A |
| Power Cord Length (inches) | 50 in |
| Height Off Counter (Inches) | 6.5 in |
| Steam Tip Hole Count | 2 |
| Steam Wand Material | Stainless Steel |
| Steam Wand Movement Type | Fully Articulated |
| Steam Wand | Commercial |
| Water Reservoir Access Location | Top |
| Water Reservoir Capacity | 100 fl-oz |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic |
| Water Source | Built-In Reservoir |
Oliver Nuñez –
I upgraded from a La Pavoni manual lever machine; my requirements are simple, I make one morning latte. I live in a hot climate and didn’t want to use a ton of electricity so the La Pavoni worked okay, but getting the group head hot was inconsistent and required a little guess work. The Bezzera Unica with the e-61 group head gives me some big advaRead more about review stating Perfect for my needsntages: 1. The PID temp control adds precision. 2. This thing warms up fast and doesn’t act like a radiator after I’m done. 3. The steam capability is fantastic. 4. The e-61 allows me the option of adding flow control if I want to get into that in the future. The genius of this machine is the small single boiler (not to be confused with the water tank): it heats up to steam very fast and can cool down to coffee temp very fast. Finally, the build quality is top notch, it’s a longer-than-lifetime machine
Andrés Tejeda –
My first machine, researched for months before buying. Have been using daily for the last few months. I feel compelled to share my experience. It was difficult to know what my needs were when I’d never done espresso before. But since purchasing, we’ve settled into a luxurious routine of morning and afternoon lattes. It has been perfect. Double boiRead more about review stating This one sparks joyler would’ve been total overkill for us, and I’m glad I didn’t buy one. Every morning I give it 25 minutes to really heat up. Crank out a 40g shot, split into 2 mugs. I steam up 5 oz of pure velvet and add to the shots. Repeat in the afternoon. Worth every darned penny. The machine is an absolute pleasure to use. It has character and personality, a feel, sounds that cue you in to what’s happening. It has taken some time to really be able to produce reliably great results, and that’s been part of the fun, part of the satisfaction. For the above mentioned usage, it has been perfect. And geez the thing looks like an absolute work of art.
León Peralta –
This thing is amazing. We have it on a timer and every morning it turns on at 6am, and turns off at 2pm. Its been great during COVID. Pulls perfect espresso shots every single time. If you are a big milk drinker, I would recommend a heat exchange or a double boiler, but for good espressos or longhis, and an occasional milk drink this thing is amazRead more about review stating GREAT ESPRESSO MACHINE!!!!ing.