Ascaso

Overview

Ascaso is a Spanish manufacturer of handcrafted espresso machines for home and commercial use, known for its focus on espresso culture and technical expertise in coffee equipment. The company produces machines sold in over 95 countries, with a philosophy centered on 'for coffee lovers,' and has expanded into the U.S. market through partnerships like Espresso Parts.¹²³⁶

History

Jesús Ascaso founded the company in 1962 in Barcelona, Spain, initially producing and distributing spare parts for espresso machines after working in the industry since 1950.²³⁶ His son, JL. Ascaso, diversified the business into manufacturing espresso machines, combining technical knowledge with espresso culture.²³ The company continues to grow, selling products in over 95 countries and launching operations in the U.S. via Espresso Parts in 2020.¹³⁶

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are handcrafted in Barcelona, Spain, at the company's factory.⁴⁷ Manufacturing emphasizes in-house production, building on decades of expertise in espresso machine parts and assembly.²³

Notable Products

• Dream PID - Iconic home espresso machine designed by Marc Aranyó over 15 years ago, known for reliability and PID temperature control.⁵
• Dream - Popular prosumer model for home espresso, highly capable for quality brewing.⁵
• Professional Espresso Machines - Commercial-grade machines for professional baristas, handcrafted for efficiency.⁴

Reputation

Ascaso is regarded by coffee enthusiasts for its handcrafted quality, elegant design inspired by Barcelona, and reliable performance in home and prosumer settings.⁴⁵⁷ Professionals appreciate the technical heritage from spare parts manufacturing, though U.S. availability was limited until recent expansions.¹ Some note the machines' premium pricing reflects their specialized construction.⁵