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A great starter set
Included in purchase:
* Y1 Machine
* 2 capsules boxes: Medium Roast and Lungo
The Y1 machines uses the new revolutionary iperEspresso Method to prepare espresso. iperEspresso is a unique and innovative two-stage process. The first is hyper infusion. The is followed by emulsion, resulting in a thick, velvety crema and full-bodied espresso.
I purchased my Y1 on eBay and I am very happy with it. The quality of the Iperespresso capsules is better than I imagined. For convenience, this is a fantastic espresso machine. It is small, very hefty (16 lbs), made of tempered glass and cast aluminum. For milk frothing I use a Capresso FrothPro and I consider it one of the best purchases I have ever made. I highly recommend this iLLY Y1 and the FrothPro together. I have tried the Dark Roast, Medium Roast, Decaff and Lungo capsules. I like them all, but I have to say that I prefer the Dark Roast for milk-based drinks. This machine heats up very fast and is easy to clean, also. I still plan on purchasing a semi-automatic espresso machine (maybe a Gaggia or Crossland CC1) in the future, but this Y1 is hard to beat for the convenience and the quality of the iLLY capsules.
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Bialetti's Hot Chocolate Maker produces incredibly rich and creamy cups of hot chocolate with very little effort. For an easy warm treat, simply fill the clear upper chamber with milk and shaved chocolate, cocoa, or powder and watch as the mixture is heated, blended and frothed to a delectable perfection. The Hot Chocolate Maker can also be used to heat and froth milk for lattes, cappuccinos and chai teas. And thanks to the versatile blending system with a 'Cool Mixing' function, the machine can also prepare refreshing iced coffess for shakes.
I was in NYC over Christmas and saw a demo of this machine while in Bloomingdales. The hot chocolate was the best I ever tasted so I was eager to own one of my own. I just received it as a gift from my husband and I JUST made our first batch. I was as good as I remember. I love it. I read a lot of the reviews and honestly I was anticipating some problems, but I experienced none.Some of the problems I read about in other reviews:difficulty turning the knob--in theory I can see how some people might have trouble with this. It's a bit hard to get a good grip on it, but it wasn't impossible. Not enough to NOT buy this machine, in my opinion. It's definitely do-able.leaking--mine didn't leak at all. I was standing there just in case and it didn't even come close. I would say that I had about 3 1/2 cups of milk in there. Almost, but not quite, the 32 ounces that it holds. Perhaps if it was filled to the max the whirlpool motion might send it high enough to leak, but I didn't have this issue with the amount of milk I added.hard to clean--this is completely false. If you clean it right after you use it you should have no trouble. I filled it with hot soapy water and scrubbed it out, taking care not to get the bottom (where the heating element/plug is) wet and I am satisfied that it's as clean as anything else in my kitchen. I supppose if you leave it and don't clean it right away it might need more elbow grease.The *only* thing I was a little disappointed with was he lack of "recipes"…
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Nespresso Pixie C60-US-RE-NE -the pixie heats up in only 25-30-second.
I previously used a Tassimo system as my primary coffee maker but moved to a Nespresso Pixie when Starbucks dropped Tassimo. Since I've switched to the Pixie, I couldn't be happier and I've never had coffee this good at home.First of all, the Pixie is a very stylish machine and it seems extremely solid in construction. The Pixie is made of aluminum and heavy plastic and it feels very substantial to handle/use. Secondly, the machine has a surprisingly small footprint, which is very nice if space is at a premium. I've only had my Pixie for a month but I use it about three times a day and so far, nary a whiff of any reliability issues. No leaking or inconsistent coffee temperatures, as reported by one reviewer.The coffee produced by this machine is wondrous! No it doesn't produced shots which are equivalent to those coming out of an $8000.00 industrial espresso machine however, for a single shot pod system, the coffee the Nespresso Pixie makes is excellent. Consistently good aroma, body, taste and crema, commensurate with the stated characteristics listed in the Nesspresso classification for each type I've tried. I tend to drink lattes most of the time however I've consumed at least one of each type I received in the LARGE (200 shot) "Welcome order" as a strait espresso/lungo and all of them were firmly between good and great to my tastes.Operation of this machine is drop-dead simple. Lift the large bar up and the Pixie top opens up, drop in a Nespresso pod, pull the bar…
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Fashioned after the grand stages of Italian opera houses, the new Bialetti ''Caffe Concerto'' incorporates Bialetti's love for technology and versatility. ''Caffe Concerto'' is so versatile that it can be used with either your favorite coffee grounds, coffee pods or Bialetti capsules while the powerful 15-bar pump ensures barista-quality espresso. Whether you prefer a full body, more intense or rather a smooth and mild cup of espresso, ''Caffe Concerto'' allows you to control the amount of water used providing you with complete control over the taste of your espresso. Equipped with a steamer to produce perfect froth for cappuccino or latte Removable 50.7 fl. Oz. (1.5 ltr.) water tank. 15 Free Espresso Capsules 16 x 10 x 18 in.
Disappointed with the quality. The button that is used to start the espresso drip won't stay on, after 6 months. The on button won't stay down without numerous attempts. The machine is only a year old is being replaced today.
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Froth Au Lait is proud to introduce the newest member in our family of frothers, the Froth Au Lait MINI STAINLESS. This all-new MINI model adds the exciting feature of HOT or COLD frothing capability and 2 interchangeable whips. Its sleek, compact design and award winning patented Froth Whip Technology, prepares the richest, long lasting froth ever as well as delectable whipped cream. The MINI gives you high performance in a small format milk frother. With its stainless pitcher and stylish design, it's an attractive addition to your kitchen, or office and great for travel too! It's a perfect complement to any coffeemaker, single serve brewer, or espresso machine and wonderful for hot/cold chocolate. Froth Au Lait's patented technology, together with a built-in heater, aerates and heats the milk into a long-lasting "meringue-like froth for the ultimate in specialty beverage making. The MINI Stainless is so versatile with it's Hot and Cold frothing capability and 2 interchangeable whips,…
We love this little wonder.Easy to use an comes out perfect every time.My wife loves it,an found it very simple to operate.
Posted on: December 31, 1969
Distinctive 8 sided shape Smooth inside and out 1-Year warranty 10 in. H
This Set Includes
* Jura Impressa Z6 Reconditioned Automatic Coffee/Espresso Center
* Set Of 6 Espresso Cups & Saucers Tri Color
* Capresso 25-Pack Cleaning Tablets for All Capresso/Jura Automatic Coffee Centers
Add luxury to perfection! Building on the unique features of the award winning IMPRESSA Z5, this new luxury edition is truly the machine for coffee lovers demanding the ultimate in function and style.
Nespresso C60USRENE Pixie C60 Single Cup Espresso Maker Red.
Nespresso 3192-US Aeroccino Plus Milk Frother Plus Kit.
