Showing posts with label espresso and cappuccino maker. Show all posts
Showing posts with label espresso and cappuccino maker. Show all posts

Monday, August 4, 2014

Jura 67083 Cool Control Milk Cooler

Jura 67083 Cool Control Milk CoolerWorks well, but works better with constant cleaning of the tube. If you are making a bunch of lattes at once, this is your machine. For just one person it might be overkill. I would give it 5 stars but after the power goes out it doesn't turn itself back on, so if you are not home you will have bad milk.

A colleague had ordered this and we both have nearly identical Jura automatic espresso machines. We both work from home, so I wanted something that would make my machine a little more automated.

I've purchased wine coolers and other machines which use the same type of induction technology, and I've been 'burned' by them all breaking down early, not keeping the right temperature, etc.

I've had this device for six months now and I'm still just as pleased with it as the day I unboxed it. Milk is truly kept cold consistently and it's incredibly quiet.

Cons: If you're a Skim milk drinker, and you wait a couple days before using it, I've noticed that the milk can sometimes freeze up or develop ice crystals. I've been able to mitigate this by filling the outer tank with barely just enough water for it to reach the brim when the container is inside of it.

Also, the tube can be a hassle to clean. Sometimes the suction power pulls milk through and lets it sit there in the tube. You have to be conscientious to clean it thoroughly after each use or each day.

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I do some work from my home so the Jura Z5 is on most of the day. Milk used for froth of my cappuccino gets warm in the standard containers but this cooler takes care of the problem. It will keep milk in the low 30 degree area and runs quiet. It may seem a bit eccentric but I love it. The Amazon price is great, about $80.00 cheaper than buying it from Jura. Keep up the good work.

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Overall, terrific and works as advertised. The minor complaint: the stainless tube attaches to the lid by means of a silicone "washer" it's not quite snug enough to keep the tube from falling into the milk container reliably. A seemingly minor fix if they would just make the silicone washer slightly larger. Not a deal-breaker, but worth noting. Also, you need to wash this container no less than once a week otherwise milk solids tends to collect in the lid which will impart an off taste to the fresh milk that comes through it.

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I had always wanted something like this for my Jura S7 automatic espresso machine. It is much more convenient that steaming individual containers of milk, even though I am the only user each morning. I have only had it several days but have been satisfied thus far in its ability to keep the milk cold. One liter seems a lot, but once you have the dispensing convenience, it is surprising how quickly you can go through milk. It integrates nicely with the coffee maker and does not take up too much counter space. I tend to use the milk steamer and not the frother as the froth quantity is too much for my taste.

Pros: Finally I am able to make use of the Froth Express Plus feature; Convenience, especially for multiple single cups. I do not hear the fan that others complain about.

Cons: Condensation; Wish the cap was more like a thermos and clamped down on the entire device-this would stop condensation and keep the milk colder; matte finish is prone to spotting from liquid splashes-should be like the coffee maker finish which is easy to wipe; Large transformer block plug takes up plug space-beware.

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Friday, July 25, 2014

Ferrero Pocket Coffee (18 Pcs - 225 G)

Ferrero Pocket CoffeeAt so many cafe, tobacco shop and grocery store check-out counters in Italy you can buy this tiny hit of espresso in a small rectangle of dark chocolate. Molto bella. Twice now I have brought home several boxes of these delicious treats for my friends to taste. Not one Pocket Coffee has ever made it out of my house. I love to cook and share what comes out of my kitchen but I cannot bring myself to share these.

A quick and tastey break from the day's work, and it fits in your pocket too! Dangerously delicious treat with a caffene jolt.

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Well...... I had some reservations about ordering this product, wondering if they would melt in the heat and be ruined guess what? they didn't and they are as good as the ones I found at the Rome airport the 1st time, then hubby went to Rome and brought me some back, then family went to Rome and said they were unable to find them... so after a brief dis-appointment my smile is back, I don't have to wait on travels to Rome... yet I am mindful that there is a specific shelf time that they are available

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I first found this product in the checkout lines at Austrian groceries. When I returned back to the US, I ordered this from Amazon to share with co-workers. They are espresso-filled chocolates and are quite good. I had to warn co-workers to put the entire thing in their mouth, because the espresso is liquid and will drip out if you bite. My colleagues snapped them up quickly and we were energized for the rest of the day! I had to hide them from my 6 year old because she liked them, too, and would climb anywhere to find them. She already has enough energy.

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What's not to like??? It's so rich, one candy satisfies my sweet craving for the day. YUM! And the little bit of crunch.... nice.

Monday, June 23, 2014

KRUPS KM4055, 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black

KRUPS KM4055, 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, BlackI believe that Krupps Coffeemakers make the best coffee. Mine was over ten year old and needed replacement. I didn't like the all metal look of the Coffeemakers on Amazon and was glad when they came out with this black one. It truly makes good coffee and it looks nice too. My main complaint is the water fill tank in the back is small and hard to hit the right spot without spilling (see photo). This is why I didn't give it five stars. The level indicator is also rather hard to see, and I have to guess as to how full it is. It seems like all Krupps Carafe's dribble a bit, but I am used to that by now. I still really like it, even with it's faults.

UPDATE: After a little more than a year, it died. I purchased Krupps all my life, but no more.

My previous Krups coffee maker was made in Germany and worked perfectly for almost 20 years. It finally died over the Xmas holidays after heavy usea solenoid apparently fried (I took it apart to see if I could fix it as I hated to part with an original German-quality appliance).

My new Krups works fine (made in China), but after a few uses I wanted to wash the carafe in the dishwasher. Lo and behold the carafe top could not be removed, and the carafe therefore cannot be washed in the dishwasher.

I think most people like to wash their carafes in the dishwasher every week or so to keep them shiny and clean. Not being able to do this is a major negative for this coffeemaker.

Otherwise I have not had any problems with the coffee it makes. But I would not recommend it to anybody who wants to wash the glass carafe in the dishwasherwhich I think most people like to do.

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As you would expect from a Krups coffee maker, yes it does make excellent coffee, but there are a couple of very annoying design flaws. The worst in my opinion is the tiny space you have to hit when you're pouring the water in it. The lid is in the way which compounds the problem. The second concerns the pot itself in 2 areas the lid is not removable for cleaning and when you are pouring coffee from the pot, the steam comes through a hole between the handle and the lid and is uncomfortably hot on your thumb. The pot also has a tendency to dribble coffee while pouring. Another fault, although a minor one is that the stainless lid you have to close over the basket is very prone to fingerprint smudges. In all I think it is a pretty disappointing coffee maker considering the quality Krups is known for. *** Updated 11/8/2010 *** ...and after only 9 months the piece of junk DIED in mid-pot of making coffee. The heater element croaked I would assume. Krups has a history of making the best coffee pots available in my opinion, but this one really SUCKS for lack of a better description.

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I believe that people are not comparing the correct product to product. The black Krups is just a coffee maker. Model # km465 is a Krups Dahlstrom. Model # km5065, sold only at Wm of Sonoma and made especially for them, is a Krups Dahlstrom with more bells and whistles. It heats the water 21% faster. Important to research when making such an investment.

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We got this unit to replace a unit we have had for several years that just got old. We have been using this coffee maker for 3 days now without issue. There are some setup concerns though. There is a water filter screen attached to the removable coffee v-cone that covers the water-filling area. Using the screen-filter greatly slows water flow as you fill the tank. Since we have a whole house filtering system I don't see a need for this. It removes easily. The instructions for your initial use are very poorly written and totally useless. Follow the cleaning process steps for your initial water cleaning steps. This unit doesn't drip. The black carafe edge does limit totally emptying the carafe but the amount of water or coffee remaining is very small; so, no big deal. At this point I'm very satisfied and fully recommend this coffee maker.

Monday, May 19, 2014

Bialetti Brikka Stovetop Espresso Percolator, 2 Cup

Bialetti Brikka Stovetop Espresso Percolator, 2 CupJust to clarify, you are not going to get the typical cafe-type crema with this. If done right, you can get great tasting-strong coffee that has a hint of crema that eventually disappears. With the right coffee to water ratio and pre-heating the water, you can great results. I typically do 15 grams of coffee to 60 grams of water, and warm up (not boil) the water for 30 secs on the microwave. I end up getting decent results, but play around with the water and coffee ratio to get the results you want, plus that's the fun part about owning one of these!

Love the coffee it makes!!

I have both Brikka and Moka espresso maker and I really prefer the coffee Brikka makes.

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Thursday, March 27, 2014

Vev Vigano Carioca Nero 1-Cup Espresso Maker

Vev Vigano Carioca Nero 1-Cup Espresso MakerThis is an excellent product. Exactly what I wanted. It arrived promptly. Makes a perfect 2 ounce cup of "hardcore" espresso. It is built like a tank. You could run over it with a truck. I am sure it will last a lifetime. Wish I could find more 1 cup wonders like this. Thanks, in Texas. Chris

I love this gadget for it's mechanical perfection and all stainless construction. I was tired of the cheap aluminum models and I am pleased with this clean and classic one shot machine.

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I'm new to the ooffee world and purchased this because it's made in Italy and it's stainless steel. Incredibly simple to use and seems like it will outlast me. Buy it!

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I love this coffee maker..Since I've gotten it I drink more expresso than ever.. It is small though, which I didn't expect, but I've gotten used to the rich expressos I cant give it up.

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I bought this to avoid using aluminum for health reasons. It is well worth the extra money. It feels very well constructed inside and out. I have used it for months now and can tell it will hold up much longer than the cheap aluminum models. I had trouble finding a single serving size so finding this was great. Trust me, buy this.

Regarding some reviews that say it doesn't sit well on the stove burners, nonsense. I have a gas stove and it works fine. Face it, it's a single serving size so it has to be small. You will need to find the right spot on your burner but that's it.

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Gaggia 97001 Coffee Deluxe Espresso Machine with Automatic Milk Frother, Silver

Gaggia 97001 Coffee Deluxe Espresso Machine with Automatic Milk Frother, SilverThis is the 4th espresso maker that my family has owned in the last 10 years and has proven a solid performer. My husband has spent many months in Europe (specifically Italy) during those years and has commented that this machine comes the closest to producing authentic cappuccino as any he's tried. The machine itself is heavy, but fits nicely on the counter and is relatively easy to clean. The greatest positive is that it heats and reheats the boiler rapidly. The only negative consideration is that the frothing wand sometimes works too well and froths the milk before bringing the milk temperature up to an acceptable level.

Mine's been on order with Amazon for several months and I just got yet another notice that shipping is delayed by another month. Therefore, if you're willing to wait half a year for one, don't hesitate to order one. Well, don't hesitate too much, at least. ;)

As for the quality, it's superb! I have 2 friends with one and it still amazes me how blazing fast the Gaggia machine will produce a full load of espresso from a cold start--mere minutes. I've seen other machines take up to 15 minutes from a cold start and this is the hugest benefit besides the quality of the espresso itself. The machine has a few hoops to jump through in getting it going the first time, but it's a cinch from there on out.

IMHO, however, don't use anything but bottled water if you want consistent, high-quality, trouble-free espresso for many years w/o needing major cleaning. Why? 2 reasons:

1) Even the slightest amount of chemicals (flouride, chlorine, etc.) can make quite a noticeable difference in the taste, especially with light or medium roasted beans.

2) Minerals in the water accumulate over time and will convert even the easiest-to-clean machine into an expensive paper weight.

In summary, if you don't mind the long wait, this Gaggia machine is among the fastest and highest quality espresso makers under $1,000. Also, it's basically an upgraded version of their famous Classic model; it's a tad faster and easier to use.

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It took a little 'tweaking' before I fully mastered the art of espresso making. I tried to use the Perfect Crema rubber disc that came with the machine, but after inserting the disc into the portafilter, it adds so much thickness that the basket doesn't fit on top of it and therefore cannot be locked onto the brewing head. I called up customer service, they picked up the phone immediately and told me to throw it away. There were defects from manufacturer and they don't recommend anyone using the disc. Stick to the 'Golden Rules' that came with your instruciton booklet. And I have been making delicious capuccinos! The auto frother is simply magical. And it is very easy to clean. The machine is solidly constructed with metal. Although the dripping tray is made of cheap plastic. But no big deal, as long as the rest of the machine is well made. This is an excellent buy. Go for it!

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DISREGARD THE RATING. AMAZON WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO CHANGE IT THOUGH THEY LET ME EDIT MY REVIEW. When I initially bought this machine I was impressed. I even wrote a favorable review. Two years later and I noticed at certain intervals that my throat would get irritated and scratchy, causing phlegm and cough for days. It was always right around the time the machine would need cleaning, something I did not notice until a couple of months ago. Just recently I started feeling this way again and decided to clean the machine. I turned it upside down to loosen the screw on the screen and noticed that all around the edge of the machine right above the water tank the paint was peeling and there was quite a bit of rust. I scraped the rust with my hand and it came off easily. I looked in the water tank and noticed sediment on the floor. The water tank is right underneath and is fully open. I cannot believe that they use parts that rust on a coffee machine. Anyone would know that would create an unhealthy situation when steam from the coffee machine comes into contact with this area or when the water from the water tank naturally evaporates and comes into contact with these parts. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU BUY THIS MACHINE!

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I was going to buy The Lello 45900 Ariete Espresso/Cappuccino Maker, because the price was so good , but I waited over three months because it was not in stock so I looked for a replacement and this machine was more than twice the price, but after using it, it's more than twice the machine I think , on the Amazon description it says the pump is a 16-bar pump , But after checking reviews on different web sites I think Amazon made a mistake because on all the other web sites ,it says the a pump to be 17.5 bar pump, that's even better , And the other thing that I like, was the fact that it had a CD , that was not said on the description either , I never use a espresso machine before so seeing a short little videos was very helpful , shows and explains the basics, from making espresso two frothing the milk ,cleaning tips and more very helpful .

So I made myself my first shot of espresso , it was great nice little cream on top, it just looked beautiful , I didn't think it would work to good because I bought some pods, and I wasn't sure how it would work , works great , taste great and easy to clean , second day I made myself a latte again excellent.

Third day I got adventurous I made myself my first cappuccino, and again great put Starbucks to shame.

The espresso I was using was the ILLY Sucro Espresso Pods 906,

Naturally the espresso you use is actually more important than the machine I guess this one taste great ,about different type of syrups caramel vanilla hazelnuts Irish cream , the syrups brand was daVinci ,So yes I am very satisfied with this machine , and I guess I got lucky because this one was out of stock for a long time

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Mr. Coffee 116397-000-000 Brew Basket

Mr. Coffee 116397-000-000 Brew BasketMr. Coffee does supply the brew basket or filter basket. You have to call 1-800-MrCoffee and ask the person for this option. This basket is $1.05 and shipping is $5.95. So the total is $7.00. We bought and inexpensive Mr. Coffee pot from Walmart for $11.00. We received our same brew basket and for future a new canister. This is extra stuff we don't need but great options to have around.

Product saved me from having to buy a whole new coffee pot! Shipping was a little high the shipping charge was higher than the actual cost of shipping (according to postage label)

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Product was exactly what I needed, and it arrived very quickly--I couldn't be more pleased !! Thanks !

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This thing is a plastic brew basket. It works OK but is very fragile if dropped (Thats why I had to buy this as a replacement for the original).

I dropped my original when trying to dry it. It landed on the floor in the kitchen and the plastic spout at the bottom broke off at the cheap little plastic mounts. They snap off very easy and seem to become more brittle after making a few pots of coffee (due to plastic weakening from heating/cooling/heating)

Just be careful and don't drop it! Maybe worthwhile to buy an extra basket just to be safe or keep a French press in the cabinet for backup.

On second thought, just use a French press....the coffee tastes, WOW, so much more flavorful from a french press!!! Only problem is keeping coffee in a french press hot for any period of time...

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Thanks for carrying this, as Mr. Coffee doesn't carry them! The product breaks easily, so it is good to find a replacement!