xBloom • Studio


In an era obsessed with automation, it’s rare to find a machine that feels like it was designed not just to make coffee—but to honor it. The xBloom Studio is that rarity. A sculptural tribute to both precision and personal expression, it reimagines how we brew, connect, and enjoy.

Elegance Meets Engineering

From the moment it powers on, the Studio exudes intentionality. Unlike many machines burdened by excessive interfaces and half-baked smart features, the xBloom Studio strips the experience to what matters. It feels less like pressing buttons and more like orchestrating a ritual.

The machine is beautifully compact. At 30% smaller than its predecessor, it occupies less space but commands more attention. The modular, matte finish complements nearly any kitchen or creative space—never intrusive, always present.

A Symphony of Control

One of the most transformative features is manual mode. This is not just another brew preset—it is an invitation. You can control every variable: grind size, temperature, bloom time, pour speed, water volume. Whether you want to mimic your favorite café’s V60 recipe or recreate a cherished pour-over from a quiet morning in Kyoto, the Studio is your canvas.

You even have the option to load community recipes from the app or scan a pod that contains a specific roaster’s profile. For those just beginning their coffee journey, this removes the guesswork. For connoisseurs, it’s a precise tool to fine-tune the most minute details.

Grinding Reimagined

At the core is xBloom’s magnetic single-dose grinder. It may be one of the most overlooked revolutions in home coffee brewing. With 48mm conical burrs and true zero retention, each grind is fresh, exact, and deeply aromatic. The magnetic connection system—satisfying and secure—eliminates the awkwardness of traditional grinder hoppers.

And this isn’t just convenience for convenience’s sake. It’s part of a broader design philosophy that centers purity and performance. Every bean is honored. Every cup, elevated.

From Pod Skepticism to Possibility

Perhaps the most surprising aspect is the pod system. Yes, there are pods—but they’re different. These are compostable, filled with meticulously sourced beans from elite roasters, and embedded with NFC chips that load brewing profiles. You scan. The machine calibrates. The result is astonishingly good.

For those who recoil at the mention of pods (as you once did), this experience offers redemption. It’s not about shortcuts—it’s about removing friction from beauty.

The Art of Pour-Over, Automated

Watching the xBloom Studio brew is a marvel. The robotic arm moves with grace, pouring in slow, meditative spirals. It doesn’t just mimic the pour-over—it reveres it. This isn’t the kind of automation that replaces a human touch. It’s the kind that captures it, and preserves it for anyone, anywhere.

A Few Quirks, Gracefully Noted

There are tiny moments that might give pause. The app, for instance, occasionally feels like it was designed for a slightly different generation of users—functional, but not delightful. And while the machine can take a moment to calibrate or recognize inputs, these feel more like human pauses than mechanical stutters.

They are, in some way, part of the experience. Reminders that you are interacting with something thoughtful—not rushed.

A Machine That Inspires

The xBloom Studio is not just a coffee machine. It is a statement of values: craft, design, and curiosity. It invites you into the process, whether you’re a first-time brewer or a seasoned taster.

It has changed the way you think about coffee—about design, even. And like all great objects, it leaves you a little more aware, a little more awake.

Spencer Pugh

Director of Digital Strategy & Operations at LeisureMedia360

Child of the King, Husband, Father, Digital Ad Man, Creator

https://spencerscottpugh.com
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