Comments on: The Olympia Express Mina: A Beautiful, Frustrating Swiss Paradox

By: Jaydin Skeenit

Jaydin Skeenit — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:47:38 +0000

Interesting dive into this machine. I tracked comments on reddit and home barista, saw that many people were trashing this product without seeing one in person. I can appreciate you giving it a fair shake, but also coming up with similar conclusions to what the speculation is. I love the look of the Mina. I wish it was executed better. I wonder how many Olympia will sell.

By: Mateo

Mateo — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:41:46 +0000

This couldn’t have come at a better time for me! I was literally having a conversation about the Olympia Mina with a colleague yesterday, and now I have the perfect resource to send them. Your insights on the lever machine are very fair, and I loved how you didn’t shy away from covering the Mina’s detriments, while still showing what we all love about the Olympia Cremina and that company. Thanks for keeping it real and honest.

By: Dylan

Dylan — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 23:41:12 +0000

I’ve seen the lustworthy photos of the Mina across social media channels for a while; I own a restored Cremina I got through Orphan Espresso, and have been really considering this machine. I’ve seen the neg comments on reddit and home barista, mostly from ppl who haven’t even seen or used the machine. It’s good to get your perspective, and also hear the news they’ve upgraded the piston design. Knowing the detriments on this machine, you know what, I’m still thinking about pulling the trigger. I love Olympia Express, and can see myself having fun with the Mina.