> It's easier to justify the cost of a 200+$ espresso maker if I'm really that big of a fan and already have a defined habbit. That's exactly what I did: Sta

> It's easier to justify the cost of a 200+$ espresso maker if I'm really that big of a fan and already have a defined habbit. That's exactly what I did: Started a small spreadsheet to work out how long it would take to pay off a $400 espresso maker. Turned out I would make my money back within a year. Then there's the added bonus that I now own a decent espresso maker which has been great for making guests coffee/showing off. I also get to choose the beans and milk which means that if I wanted to, I could substantially lower the price of my self-made cup of coffee if I was ok with lower quality beans/milk (turns out that I am not ok with that, so no savings there :().