Ideal for home use, the Jura-Capresso 4-Cup Espresso & Cappuccino Machine will help you brew fresh coffee on demand. This versatile kitchen must-have can make lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos using a special Coffee/Steam selector that will let you personalize any drink by controlling brewing and steaming options. Features and Benefits: The Jura-Capresso's steam/boiler system can heat up in less than 2 minutes; with such a fast warm-up time, you will be able to go from start to a finished drin
This is an easy to use coffee maker. It is efficient, silent and fast
My first impression was that the machine was a bit big. Now I do not worry about the size Use for exppreso coffee and it is satisfying to the taste. Reasonable price
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does this machine really produce as good coffee as the gaggia baby? Not really worried about the froth just the crema and flavor
Thanks
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mjackson ♦ Jamie,
We only have one rating on that machine. I would do a Google search and see what people say. It certainly is well priced and depending on what you are hoping to get out of the machine it will reasonably well. If you are hoping to get a great product then you may want to look at some machines that may cost more.
I have a more general question about espresso. I like coffee. I drink it in the morning and all day long (well, not in the evening, which I made the mistake of doing tonight and I'm still awake at 3:00 a.m.) I have had a Cuisinart Grind 'n Brew maker and now have a couple of Keurig k-cup models--one at home and one at work.
Recently, I began researching a better coffeemaker for home and read about Capresso brand models with a grinder and without. The info said the brewing temp was higher for better coffee--something I have also read about Cuisinart makers. Then, I saw espresso makers by Capresso and DeLonghi and wondered if espresso would be better tasting. The only time I have had espresso is in an upscale Italian restaurant and I rather enjoy the strong flavor, but the small drink size leaves me wanting a real cup of coffee.
Can you brew a larger cup of coffee in an espresso maker such as the Capresso 4-cup listed in this article? Or, just a 2-3 oz. cup of espresso? Is a Lattee just espresso with frothd milk on top? I do like latte's sometimes, thinking it may be easier on my stomach than a plain coffee.
What is the next step to finding coffee perfection--a better quality drip coffeemaker or an espresso machine?
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ToddS That’s a pretty big question and I would have to write a book to answere it all in depth. But for this answer I’ll condense it down to assist in picking a direction.
In regards to the choice between a coffee machine and an espresso machine. With the espresso machine you can steam and froth milk which is a nice option. Your issue with there not being enough coffee in a shot of espresso can be solved by making an “Americano”. This is espresso mixed with hot water, you get the flavor of the espresso but not the strength.
If you want a grind and brew coffee maker look at the Capresso models, they have a nice burr grinder in them and they also make a nice quality product. If you don’t want a grind and brew then you get our best coffee maker and that is the Technivorm. You said that you drink coffee all day long, which makes me think you will want to go with a machine that has a thermal carafe. If you just get one with a hot plate then the coffee will evaporate over time and get pretty bitter.
I think the best machine for you would be a “super automatic” This is machine that grinds tamps and brews with the push of a button. This would allow you to brew any kind of drink whenever you want. For example in the morning you can brew a full cup of coffee with the push of a button. If you want it stronger you can add in an extra shot of espresso. You can make an Americano at around 10:00 and then do a latte as a lunchtime dessert, add in a little Monin vanilla syrup to really make it a treat.
Capresso 4-Cup Espresso & Cappuccino Machine
My wife and I have used this machine and an earlier model to make cappuccinos for some years.
We may make from 4- 8 each morning. This machine is a bit of a pain as one has let it cool and then refill the water to start a new capp. We would like a machine that you could put enough water in to make 8 capps and then heat it up and do this with out any reheating or adding water.
Suggestions?
Stan
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TechMilanoItalia You may want to consider one of the pump-driven machines such as the Gaggia Classic (found here: http://www.wholelattelove.com/Gaggia/classic.cfm ), it has a 64oz. reservoir and can be used to make several drinks and can go back and forth between brewing and steaming (although some cool-down flushing may be necessary). Give us a call for further suggestions: 888.411.5282 option '1'
While I like my Gaggia, my wife would rather use her Braun Il Primo, however she is on her second one and I wanted to ask about the Capresso 4-cup espresso. Would this unit be a comparable unit and hopefully longer lived? Is the quality of the espresso as good or better? One of your competitors is offering free shipping.
Thanks for your continued support.
Mike McHann
Memphis, TN
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TechMilanoItalia Mike, without knowing much about the Braun, providing it is a basic steam-brewing espresso machine, the two machines would be comparable. The quality of the espresso would be at the same level as well. Capresso does make a good quality product for the price, so if you are looking for something basic that won't break the bank, this will fit the bill. And as always, we have free shipping and no sales tax. ;-)
is it a steam or pump machine? i dont want another steam one. thanks
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WholeLatteLoveS S This machine has a steam boiler for brewing.
With no reviews, I don't know how reliable this machine is. I don't want to spend a fortune but I also don't want a machine that doesn't froth milk right or the frother breaks after a few uses. Those are some comments I read about other less expensive machines. What is the warranty on this machine? Would you buy it as a gift over other brands if this was your price point?
Thanks,
linda zimring
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ToddS Linda, this machine should last you for a couple of years. It is not a pump espresso machine and it won't give the best espresso or have the best steam pressure. But it does work and if it is only being used for one or maybe two people at a time you will be able to make your drinks. It is a Capresso and they are a good company so at this price you can't do any better. Don't expect a lot of it and you won't be disappointed.
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Michael Rosso ♦ Tricia...Thanks for your interest in the Capresso 4-cup Espresso & Cappuccino machine. The Gaggia Baby will make better espresso and allow you to froth more milk. Thanks.
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