Dreame’s self-heating travel espresso machine is a winner
Dreame is well known for making some of the best robot vacuums and hair stylers around, but it also has a sideline in coffee machines — and they’re every bit as good as the rest of its appliances. This week I’m testing its new portable espresso machine, the Dreame Ecceluxe Go, and I think this pint-sized brewer is going to be my new favorite travelling companion. Of course, there’s no shortage of travel-friendly coffee makers available, from the classic AeroPress to the hand-pumped Wacaco Nanopresso . The problem is, they all need to have hot water on hand, which isn’t always feasible. Who wants to set up a camping stove and kettle for one drink — and who has the patience? The Ecceluxe Go eliminates that problem by heating the water itself. It’s a smart idea: a single shot of espresso only needs a tiny amount of water, so a portable Li-ion battery and compact heating elements are sufficient to bring it to temperature. (Image credit: Future) The device comes in a classy carry case that holds the machine itself (about the size of a small thermos) and a collection of adapters for brewing three different types of coffee pods or grounds. Whether you prefer Nespresso Classic, Dolce Gusto, ESE (Easy Serve Espresso), or freshly ground beans, the Ecceluxe Go has you covered…