La Marzocco

La Marzocco: High-End Coffee Machine Manufacturer

La Marzocco manufactures high-end espresso machines and grinders. Founded by the Bambi Brothers in 1927, the family-owned brand has steeped in Italian heritage, meticulously building each machine by hand in Florence, Italy. La Marzocco’s success in blending its artisan values and famous Italian coffee style, pushing the boundaries of innovation, made it a trendsetter in the specialty coffee scene. The company is a global leader in crafting espresso and coffee machines, and its international reach extends across 5 continents. La Marzocco’s products grace the counters of top coffee roasters, cafes, restaurants, and even homes in over 80 countries.

What are La Marzocco’s Products?

La Marzocco’s products include a spectrum of handmade commercial and residential espresso machines, reflecting the brand’s dedication to tradition, innovation, and performance. The key elements that wave through most La Marzocco products are robust construction, ergonomics, and intuitive controls. The brand’s machines also boast timeless aesthetics with iconic designs adding a touch of sophistication to any setting.

La Marzocco Commercial Products

La Marzocco commercial products empower baristas to explore and refine their coffee creations with features like dual boilers, programmable settings, and advanced brewing systems. The lineup has espresso machines, grinders, bespoke models, undercounter coffee makers, automatic milk steamers, and the pro app, which connects and controls your coffee machine fleet.

La Marzocco Espresso Machines

La Marzocco offers diverse espresso machines in 1, 2, 3, or 4 group heads. Independently controlled dual boilers for each group head let baristas enhance brewing and steam control.

• Leva: Leva Series La Marzocco espresso machines blend modern tech with lever-operated brewing for a barista-controlled experience. While the low-profile Leva X is ideal for smaller cafes, its semi-automatic sibling, the Leva S, is designed to meet mid-volume demands.
• Strada: Strada is the result of La Marzocco’s work with the world’s most well-known professionals to produce a machine designed by and for baristas themselves. It is available in 2 configurations: Strada X and S. They are perfect for high-end cafes or competition-level baristas.
• KB90: La Marzocco built the KB90 specifically for high-volume cafes that want to craft and serve great coffee more quickly. It has 2 and 3-group head models, each with 0.34-gal (1.3 L) coffee boiler capacity.
• Linea: The Linea Classic came to the market as a specialty coffee icon and a reliable workhorse for large-scale applications. The Linea PB and PBX are the more advanced versions, giving baristas greater control. Each machine in the series has up to 4 group heads.
• GB5: The GB5 X and S machines reflect La Marzocco’s skill in combining the classical European style with heavy-duty performance. These espresso machines lead the market in temperature stability with dynamic preheater and maximum consistency with hydraulic systems. They are also the most elegant models with Florentine lilies on both sides.

La Marzocco Grinders

La Marzocco revolutionizes the grind-and-tamp process with its unique on-demand system in the Swift grinder. It eliminates waste and mess while delivering precise, volumetrically controlled doses every time. Its innovative design and engineering guarantee consistently level coffee beds, shot after shot. Featuring dual hoppers, each holding 4 lb (1.8 kg) of coffee beans, Swift tackles high-volume demands with ease, making it the perfect choice for cafes prioritizing consistency and efficiency.

La Marzocco also lists grinders by 2 other coffee equipment leaders: Mazzer and Mahlkönig. Their grinders pair perfectly with La Marzocco machines to automate delivering rich, aromatic espresso freshly ground and brewed at each shot.

La Marzocco Officine Fratelli Bambi

Officine Fratelli Bambi is La Marzocco’s unique workshop dedicated to crafting bespoke, exceptionally high-end espresso machines. It embodies the brand’s core principles: blending tradition and cutting-edge technology to create masterpieces of coffee equipment. Each machine is handcrafted by skilled artisans using the finest materials. The result is visually stunning machines designed to deliver an unmatched brewing experience. With Officine Fratelli Bambi, La Marzocco targets discerning customers who want a truly one-of-a-kind espresso machine reflecting their individual vision and style.

Officine Fratelli Bambi machines are not mass-produced; each production takes several months. Each machine is a work of art with a unique aesthetic touch based on the customer’s preferences. Materials, colors, and features are all customizable. The machines are also built to meet the highest standards, using the latest technology to ensure delicious espresso shots.

La Marzocco Modbar

Modbar is a coffee brewing manufacturer partnering with La Marzocco to provide modular undercounter espresso machines for upscale cafes with space constraints and modern design preferences. Modbar’s modular, aesthetic appeal was integrated into La Marzocco technology to build the most elegant undercounter coffee equipment: Espresso AV. It separates the brewing components into individual modules arranged in various configurations. Installing the machine component below the counter and placing only taps and control panels on the counter creates a more minimalist and open bar setup.

La Marzocco Wally

Wally is an automatic milk steamer designed to complement La Marzocco’s professional espresso machines, often connecting directly to the steam boiler. It simplifies the milk steaming process, freeing baristas to focus on other tasks like espresso shots and customer interaction. Its fully automatic capabilities help maintain speed and consistency even during peak hours. The vortex steam tip and precise temperature control with multiple sensors tracking temperature and consistency ensure perfectly textured milk each time.

La Marzocco Puqpress Q2

Puqpress Q2 is a valuable barista tool for cafes using La Marzocco machines. It is placed on the counter next to the espresso machine to provide consistent and level tamping coffee grounds in the portafilter. With its compact design and automatic operation, the Puqpress Q2 aims to improve workflow efficiency, reduce baristas’ wrist strain, and minimize the potential for human error in the tamping process. It features an adjustable pressure setting, allowing customization of 2,20 lb (1 kg) to different coffee grinds and preferences.

La Marzocco Home Appliances

La Marzocco also offers a selection for home enthusiasts, including espresso machines and grinders that bring café-quality brewing power and professional features to home kitchens. These appliances carry La Marzocco’s signature heritage and empower home baristas to craft exceptional espresso experiences in the comfort of their homes.

La Marzocco Espresso Machines

While La Marzocco’s home espresso machines share the company’s core values of quality and performance, they are notably smaller and lighter with lower-capacity boilers. They prioritize features like quieter operation and user-friendly interfaces, enhancing home users’ overall ease of use and enjoyment.

• Linea: Linea Series is the scaled-down version of the commercial Lines Classic espresso machine. It has 2 configurations. The Linea Mini is available in 6 different colors (stainless steel, black, light blue, yellow, red, and white) to suit any kitchen setup. The Linea Micra gives coffee lovers a barista-like control with a 3-in-1 convertible portafilter, an all-new steam wand design, LED lighting, and quick access to the La Marzocco Home App.
• GS3: The GS3 is a multi-talented espresso machine featuring a dual boiler system, saturated groups, PID temperature control, digital display, and programmable pre-infusion. It has a 0.93-gal (3.5 L) water reservoir, making plumbing optional.
• Leva X1: This lever-operated machine incorporates modern features into a traditional design. The lever actuation provides full control over pre-infusion pressure, shot volume, and extraction pressure, requiring 40% less manual power than other lever machines.
• Strada X1: The Strada X1 is the easiest-to-use home model combining industry-leading professional espresso technology and a completely new software system to improve consistency. Unlike other machines, it requires a direct connection to a water supply.

La Marzocco Grinders

Precision grinding is central to making delicious espresso. La Marzocco’s line of home grinders delivers quickly and easily with a user-friendly design. The 2 models in the lineup, Pico and Lux D, grind a 0.64-oz (18-gr) dose in approximately 10 seconds.

• Pico: The Pico uses conical burrs and has a 0.66-lb (0.3 kg) hopper capacity. It promises effortless grind customization with its micro-stepped adjustment collar and 3-button programmable dose selection.
• Lux D: The Lux D uses flat burrs and has a 1.3-lb (0.59 kg) hopper capacity. Its on-demand dosing system and stepless grind adjustment let you achieve your perfect espresso taste.

Why is La Marzocco So Popular?

La Marzocco is so popular because it combines pioneering engineering with legendary build quality and appealing aesthetics. The brand’s handcrafted and hand-tested machines are built from scratch to last forever and deliver consistent performance. Since 1920, La Marzocco has revolutionized espresso machines with innovations like dual boilers, simultaneously allowing perfect coffee and milk texturing. The dual boiler technology eliminates temperature fluctuations and ensures every cup meets the golden 195°F to 205°F (90°C to 96°C) range. Users praise La Marzocco machines for:

• Built to last construction “like tanks,” ensuring 30+ longevity with proper care.
• High resale values due to durability.
• Temperature and pressure stability, maintaining consistent and stable brewing conditions.
• Best volumetrics and scales for precise and reliable dosing.
• Easy access to parts and excellent technical support.
• High brand reputation and heritage.