If the Breville Oracle Touch Automatic Manual Coffee Machine BES990BSS sounds contradictory, stay with me, there’s a reason we list it like that. The Oracle Touch is the next-generation Oracle Espresso Machine- and it remains the only entry on the market to bridge the gap between ultra-simple super-automatics that offer the most convenience, and tricky manual espresso machines that offer the best coffee quality. Specifically, the Oracle is automatic enough to perform the complex, key elements that make great barista-quality espresso, it just needs a hand to select the beverage, move the dosed portafilter to the group head and put the milk pitcher (if desired) in place. And that’s what the “Automatic Manual” thing is about. The take-away is that the Oracle and User make an easy partnership that yields the best bean-to-cup espresso, that anyone can make. But this new Oracle Touch improves on the original with an inspired, touch-screen menu design that adds incredible ease-of-use, and genuinely intuitive programmability. Simply scroll through the color display. It come pre-programmed for espresso, long black, latte, flat white and cappuccino. But no matter what you select, you can easily adjust the coffee strength and volume, milk texture or temperature right from your selection. Then you can save your adjustments with your own unique name, and add up to 8 more personalized coffees. Programming and settings adjustment has never been easier, and no machine is better suited to multi-user households. This latest Oracle also benefits from a cleaner exterior look with polished chrome backsplash, drip tray and accents. The sleek, durable housing is made from Breville’s signature brushed stainless steel with a new fingerprint-resistant finish that helps the Oracle always look its best. Inside, the Breville Oracle Touch remains equipped with an impressive line-up of hardware an