JURA GIGA X8 Professional Espresso Machine

JURA GIGA X8 Overview

With the GIGA X8, JURA has doubled down in a big way when it comes to key components like the heating system, grinder, bean hopper, and brew spout. The GIGA X8 features two of each: dual thermoblock heating systems, a pair of independent and electronically adjustable ceramic disc grinders with Automatic Grinder Adjustment (A.G.A.®) for perfectly ground coffee every time, separate left and right bean hoppers for a la carte bean selection, and variable dual brew spouts that can prepare two coffee or two milk specialties at once.

Features and Performance

Aside from the two-by-two features the GIGA X8 offers, there are also a boatload of additional key components that allow this standout machine to truly excel. Pulse Extraction Process (P.E.P.®) is a specialized brewing mode for espresso beverages that changes the extraction process to use rapid pulses of water to extract richer shots on short drinks. Automatic Grinder Adjustment (A.G.A.®) allows you to set your desired grind setting on a per drink basis and the machine will adjust the burrs before grinding. This means you can have coffee beverages always ground coarse and espresso always fine for example.

The Intelligent Water System (I.W.S.®) with RFID technology automatically detects the included CLEARYL Smart water filter, and 32 specialty drink options like one-Touch Americano, offers light, aromatic, beverages.

The full range of drink options offered include:

Ristretto, double ristretto, espresso, double espresso, coffee, double coffee, cappuccino, double cappuccino, caffè latte, double caffè latte, caffè barista, double caffè barista, lungo barista, double lungo barista, espresso doppio, macchiato, double macchiato, latte macchiato, double latte macchiato, flat white, double flat white, portion of milk foam, double portion of milk foam, portion of milk, double portion of milk, pot of coffee, hot water, hot water for green tea, hot water for black tea, special coffee and double special coffee.

The large, 4.3-inch touchscreen is responsive and detailed so you’ll always know what each of your inputs mean, while the included JURA Smart Connect pairs perfectly with JURA’s handy J.O.E.® (JURA Operating Experience) app so you can control your machine’s functions from your smartphone if you so choose.

Why You Should Get It

If you’re looking to treat your employees, coworkers, or fellow hobbyists to the gift of espresso, the GIGA X8 is a fantastic option. JURA recommends a daily maximum output of 200 cups of coffee, making it a perfect choice for frequently visited common areas like break rooms, conference centers, dining halls, and the like.