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Iced lattes and cold brew made easy: The Breville Coffee Machine that does it all

Mar 6, 2025 - 4 min read

Not long ago, we all thought homemade Dalgona coffees were it. But with viral iced coffee recipes taking over our feeds, there’s a new cup of joe in the spotlight: cold brew. The problem is, a good cold brew takes 24 hours to make and includes a series of steps, from on-point bean measuring and grinding to steeping and straining. Can’t wait that long? Or are you simply looking to upgrade your coffee machine? The new Breville Barista Touch Impress is the benchtop hero your mornings have been missing!

“This intelligent espresso machine takes all the guesswork out of making high-quality brews at home and will appeal to anyone looking to replicate authentic specialty coffee, without having to spend ages honing their barista skills,” says Tracey Ellis, The Good Guys Buyer – Portable Appliances. “Plus, it can create a smooth cold brew in minutes; that’s bound to be a big selling point for all those iced-coffee fans out there!”

Here are five reasons why Breville Barista Touch Impress is levelling up barista-quality coffee at home, plus we’ve got the perfect Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew recipe to get you into the autumn spirit.

Reason 1: Say goodbye to grinding and tamping guesswork

Nailing the perfect grind and tamp can be tricky – one misstep and you'll end up with a bad espresso extraction. Now you can relax and let the Breville Barista Touch Impress do it all for you. Its built-in grinder, featuring Baratza European precision burrs and 30 grind settings, doses and grinds directly into the group head (the place where the water meets your coffee, turning it into espresso). The Impress Puck System then takes over with assisted 10kg tamp and a signature 7-degree barista twist, ensuring a flawless extraction every time.

Reason 2: Barista-quality coffee – no training required

Home espresso machines brought cafe-style coffee home, but mastering the difference between a flat white and a latte can still pose a challenge. Breville makes it simple for beginners to craft barista-quality coffee. You can wow drop-in guests with a cold brew or flat white, with step-by-step barista guidance from the intuitive touch screen – even down to the milk pour.

“The Barista Touch Impress bridges the gap between manual and automatic coffee machines with a colourful 3.5-inch touchscreen interface that lets you choose from 14 cafe presets,” says Tracey Ellis.

“By extending the pre-infusion phase for a longer bloom, the Breville Barista Touch Impress delivers ultra-smooth cold brews in just minutes.” Tracey Ellis, The Good Guys Buyer – Portable Appliances

Reason 3: No waiting around for cold brew to… well, brew!

Making cold brew coffee typically involves steeping coffee grounds in cold, filtered water for 12-24 hours, often in a cold brew coffee maker. The slow extraction method creates a smooth, naturally sweet and less acidic coffee concentrate – perfect on its own or with a dash of milk over ice. This Breville coffee machine slashes that waiting time to mere minutes, without sacrificing taste or texture.

“No need to learn how to make cold brew coffee, you just need to select the cold brew recipe on the touchscreen,” says Tracey Ellis. “By extending the pre-infusion phase for a longer bloom, the Breville Barista Touch Impress delivers ultra-smooth cold brews in just minutes.”

It can also nail iced lattes or long blacks without that unwanted bitterness that can sometimes creep in when traditional hot espresso is poured over ice. Just select Cold Espresso and let Breville’s cold, pressure-assisted extraction method and finer grinds help reduce acidity, for a perfectly chilled, rich-tasting coffee.

Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew recipe

Move over, Pumpkin Spice Latte, this cold brew version takes the cake! Using Breville’s Cold Brew feature, you can whip up this viral recipe in minutes.

Brew time: 5 mins
Serves 1

Ingredients

60ml heavy cream
15ml full cream milk
1.5 tsp granulated sugar
1 tsp pumpkin spice mix
Ice cubes, to serve
1 small cold brew shot
Raw sugar, to serve

Method

Place the cream, milk, sugar and pumpkin spice in a liquid measuring cup. Whisk until thick but still of pouring consistency.
Prepare your cold brew using the Breville Barista Touch Impress.
Fill a short glass with ice and pour over the cold brew. Top with the cream mixture and cover the top with raw sugar. Use a blow torch to caramelise the sugar and serve.

Reason 4: Viral iced coffee recipes made easy

Wondering how to make iced coffee viral treats such as the Mont Blanc or caramel cold foam trend yourself? It’s easy with the Breville Barista Touch Impress.

Breville’s hands-free milk texturing customises temperatures for perfect milk, while the dedicated Alternative Milk settings ensure smooth, creamy results. No more split almond milk or overheated oat milk. Just pick your milk and let the machine do the rest!

Reason 5: Sets you up for household savings

Slow-heating espresso machines use up energy – and let’s not forget the cost of all those $8 cold brew coffees! Making your cold brew at home is just one money-saving perk. With Breville’s ThermoJet heating system, you’re ready to brew in just 3 seconds while using 32 per cent less energy annually.* Plus, everything you need is included, from the group head and milk frothing jug to cleaning tablets and descaler. There’s no need to learn how to clean your Breville coffee machine either. The touchscreen walks you through it step by step.

Ready to create rise-and-shine home brews with a state-of-the-art Breville coffee machine? See us in-store or online for expert advice on choosing the perfect coffee machine or Breville benchtop beauty for you.

*Compared to a Thermoblock heating system. Based on internal benchmark testing as of November 2022.