{"product_id":"sage-barista-express-neo-brushed-stainless-steel-espresso-machine","title":"Sage Barista Express Neo – Smooth Shot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Barista Express Neo is the new generation of the Barista Express. It still grinds your beans fresh into the 54 mm portafilter and you still tamp, pull the shot and steam the milk yourself. What's new is the help along the way: the grinder weighs your dose, Smooth Shot corrects a shot that runs too fast, and the display tells you whether to grind finer or coarser next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-gift-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded: Easy Espresso Discovery Box and Home Barista Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Espresso Discovery Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg height=\"300\" width=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/2564\/9383\/files\/easy-espresso-discovery-box-front.png?v=1703165866\" alt=\"Easy Espresso Discovery Box\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHome Barista Workshop at OR Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg height=\"360\" width=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/2564\/9383\/files\/home-barista-workshop-tamp.jpg?v=1769177065\" alt=\"Home Barista Workshop at OR Academy\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUse the coffees in the Easy Espresso Discovery Box to dial in your Barista Express Neo, and practice your technique at the Home Barista Workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a place in a Home Barista Workshop, a group session at OR Academy. You pick the date and location: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.orcoffee.be\/collections\/barista-workshop-calendar\"\u003esee the workshop calendar\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-description-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Shot with Auto Flow Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen the espresso runs too fast, the machine slows the flow itself to keep the extraction between 25 and 35 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcaia Grind by Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grinder weighs the coffee while grinding, so every shot starts with the same dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrind Size Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter every shot the display tells you whether to adjust the grind. Handy when you open a new bag of coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA first in the Barista Series: cold brew or an iced latte in under three minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool Touch steam wand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsulated, so the outside stays cooler and milk residue wipes off easily, with the same control for silky microfoam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConical burr grinder, 30 settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrinds straight into the 54 mm portafilter, with a new drinks dial for simple operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54 mm stainless steel portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosing funnel and tamper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel milk jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle wall baskets, 1 and 2 cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater filter holder with filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescaler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning tablets (2x), cleaning disc and brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning tool and Allen key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-jura-review-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Sage describes the Barista Express Neo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage presents the Barista Express Neo as the next generation of its most popular manual espresso machine. The idea is to keep the hands-on barista experience of the Barista Express while making it easier to get a good result from the first cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage highlights Smooth Shot with Auto Flow Control, Acaia Grind by Weight and Grind Size Guidance on the display, the arrival of cold brew in the Barista Series, the new Cool Touch steam wand and 30 grind settings. The Neo is aimed at people moving up from capsules or an entry-level machine as well as at experienced home baristas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSource: Sage Appliances press release, November 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-features-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePros and cons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# Smooth Shot corrects a shot that runs too fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# Grind by weight for a consistent dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# Grind size advice on the display after every shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# Cold brew and iced drinks in under three minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# 30 grind settings, more than the Barista Express and Express Impress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#+# Cool Touch steam wand is easier to clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#-# You still tamp by hand: the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.orcoffee.be\/products\/sage-barista-express-impress-brushed-stainless-steel-espresso-machine\"\u003eBarista Express Impress\u003c\/a\u003e tamps for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-review-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat our baristas think\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neo tackles what beginners struggle with most on the Barista Express: the right dose and the right grind. Grind by weight takes care of the dose, Smooth Shot rescues a shot that runs too fast, and the grind advice tells you which way to go. You still do the barista work yourself, so you keep learning. With 30 grind settings there is also more room for lighter roasts than on the classic Barista Express. If you mainly want help with tamping, the Barista Express Impress remains the alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarista Express Neo, Barista Express or Express Impress?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarista Express\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarista Express Neo\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarista Express Impress\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrind settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrind amount by hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcaia Grind by Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntelligent dosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTamping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssisted (Impress lever)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth Shot (automatic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold brew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortafilter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference with the Barista Express?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Neo adds grind by weight, Smooth Shot flow control, grind size advice on the display, cold brew, a Cool Touch steam wand and 30 instead of 16 grind settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Neo tamp for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, you tamp by hand with the included tamper. The Barista Express Impress has an assisted tamping lever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich portafilter size does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e54 mm, stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-split-item-specifications-\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65159702577529,"sku":"SES871V1BSSEU1A","price":869.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/2564\/9383\/files\/sage-barista-express-neo-brushed-stainless-steel-1.jpg?v=1794235060","url":"https:\/\/www.orcoffee.com\/products\/sage-barista-express-neo-brushed-stainless-steel-espresso-machine","provider":"OR Coffee Roasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}