Worried you can’t wow your loved one with a Valentine’s day latte? I’ve found the perfect automatic coffee machines for you – even if your milk-frothing game is as mid as mine

Despite the fact I make a mean long black or a smooth cold brew, my skills with a steam wand are strictly so-so. As a result, if I want to make my loved one an exquisitely crafted latte this Valentine's day, it's more likely to be greeted with mockery than adoration.

Fortunately, if you share my pain, help is at hand. There are plenty of automatic and semi-automatic espresso machines out there that can help supervise your journeyman efforts to turn out the perfect java for your partner.

First off, there are the ultra premium, fully automatic espresso machines. The KitchenAid KF8 not only makes milk-frothing hassle free but handles the pouring of your coffees from bean to cup – just tap a personalized profile from its touchscreen and you're good to go.

Meanwhile, the more ...