The Breville Barista Touch Impress (BES881) puts step-by-step barista guidance at your fingertips. Its touchscreen interface walks you through every step, from dosing and tamping to extraction and milk texturing, making specialty coffee accessible to beginners and satisfying for experienced home baristas.
Powered by a ThermoJet heating system that reaches extraction temperature in just 3 seconds, this machine is ready when you are. The Impress Puck System delivers intelligent dosing with assisted 22 lb tamping and auto-correction for a perfectly prepared puck every time.
Key Features
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Impress Puck System — Intelligent dosing, assisted 22 lb tamping, auto-correction, and barista twist for a consistent puck
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ThermoJet Heating System — 3-second heat-up time, 32% more energy efficient than traditional Thermoblock systems
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Touchscreen Display — 13 preset cafe drinks or customize up to 6 of your own creations
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Auto MilQ System — Hands-free microfoam with settings for dairy, soy, almond, and oat milk; adjustable temperature and 8 texture levels
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Cold Extraction Modes — Cold Brew in under 3 minutes and Cold Espresso for iced drinks
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Baratza Precision Burrs — 30 grind settings with integrated dose control for consistent results
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54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter — Professional-grade extraction with 1-cup and 2-cup filter baskets
What's in the Box
- 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter
- 480ml Stainless Steel Milk Jug
- 1-Cup and 2-Cup Filter Baskets
- Razor Precision Trimming Tool
- Water Filter Holder with Filter
- Cleaning Tablets, Steam Wand Tool, Disc, and Brush
- Descale Powder
Technical Specifications
| Boiler Type |
ThermoJet thermocoil |
| Heat-Up Time |
3 seconds |
| Temperature Control |
PID |
| Portafilter |
54mm stainless steel |
| Pump |
Vibration, 9 bar |
| Pre-Infusion |
Automated (Impress Puck System) |
| Grinder |
Integrated conical burr, 30 settings (Baratza-designed) |
| Bean Hopper |
250g |
| Steam Wand |
Auto MilQ (hands-free), 8 texture levels |
| Water Tank |
2.0L, removable |
| Power |
1,680W |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
361 × 340 × 414 mm / 14.2" × 13.4" × 16.3" |
| Weight |
11.3 kg / 25 lbs |
| Warranty |
2 years |
What It Pairs Well With
The Barista Touch Impress includes a built-in conical burr grinder — no separate grinder is needed. The integrated system is designed to work as a complete package.
If you later decide to transition to a standalone grinder for finer control, the Baratza Encore ESP is a natural next step. Our team can walk you through when and why that upgrade makes sense.
See It In Person at Our Berkeley Showroom
Most of our customers love to try before they buy — and we encourage that. Come visit our showroom in Berkeley, CA and see this machine running alongside the espresso equipment it pairs best with. Our team will walk you through the settings, workflow, and how it fits your coffee routine.
Book a free showroom appointment — no pressure, just great coffee and honest advice.
Why Buy From Kanen Coffee?
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Berkeley showroom — see the Touch Impress in action before you buy
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In-house repair technicians — we service what we sell
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Expert pairing advice — we'll tell you honestly if this machine fits your workflow
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Authorized Breville dealer — full manufacturer warranty honored
🔧 Kanen Tech Take
Julian (Lead Tech): "Same solid Express platform with a touchscreen layered on top. The Express line's biggest strength is its track record — parts are widely available and well-understood by any tech."
Khaldoun (Senior Tech): "Great for households where multiple people use the machine. Anyone can pull a good shot without dialing in. Same maintenance profile as the Impress."
Sam (Owner): "Easy to use and not expensive to maintain." Same as the Express Impress: watch the solenoid gaskets every 2–3 years. We stock parts and service these regularly.
🔧 Having an issue? Visit our Breville troubleshooting guide — free step-by-step fixes for the most common problems. Or book a repair at our Berkeley shop.
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