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Imserba Webstore - DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Maker
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List Price: $140.00
Our Price: $90.95
Your Save: $ 49.05 ( 35% )
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Manufacturer: Delonghi
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Binding: Kitchen
Brand: DeLonghi
Color: Grey and Black
EAN: 0044387221559
Feature: 15-bar pump-driven espresso machine with durable stainless-steel boiler
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Label: Delonghi
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Manufacturer: Delonghi
Model: EC155
Publisher: Delonghi
Studio: Delonghi
Warranty: 1
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Features
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15-bar pump-driven espresso machine with durable stainless-steel boiler
2 thermostats for separately controlling water and steam pressure
Self-priming operation; accommodates E.S.E. pods and ground espresso
Adjustable swivel jet frother; removable 35-ounce water tank; "on/off" switch
Measures 7-1/2 by 9-1/2 by 11-1/8 inches; 1-year warranty
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Editorial Reviews:
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The DeLonghi Espresso Maker has a patented dual-function filter holder for use with ground espresso, this unique filter mixes air into the brewing process to produce a perfect crema. Distinguished by it's caramel color, the crema is the essence of authentic espresso. The filter also accommodates E.S.E pods. This great Espresso machine offers a swivel jet frother that makes cappucccino, latte or any other frothy milk beverage with ease. The 35 ounce (1Liter) removable water tank can now be filled right at the sink. Plus cleaning the tank has never been easier. The removable drip tray also lends itself to easy, hassle-free, clean up. Many other feature set this Espresso machine above the rest, its self priming operation, stainless steel boiler made of durable, high quality stainless steel, two separate thermostats so water and steam pressure are controlled separately. The adjustable steam emission for making the perfect cappuccino and the ON/OFF switch with indicator light that allows for easy operation.
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Frothing Wand
Comment: For all the people who have problem frothing because of the wand size might wanna try increasing the height of the machine. I have a book wrapped with the aluminum foil and set my coffee machine on the book. It really helps!!
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Summary: Best Expresso Machine, for the money!
Comment: I purchased this machine 4 months ago, and absolutely love it! It's my first expresso machine, so I'd never made expresso previously. However, after reading the machine's instructions and a few posts on this site, I was quickly making wonderful cappuccinos and lattes. And the taste is just as good as what you get at Starbucks! This machine is fully self-contained and very easy to operate. There is a slight learning curve when it comes to steaming and frothing, but I perfected my technique after the first couple of trys. The frothing wand sits a bit low, so you'll need to purchase a frothing cup to match that height. I've tried the LaVazza pods, but prefer the Starbucks expresso roast coffee. I buy it at my local Starbucks and have them grind it! As expected, the fresh ground coffee is much tastier, although cleanup is much easier when using the pods. For under $100, you won't find a better expresso machine than the Delonghi EC155!
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Summary: Be patient for the best capuccino
Comment: I have owned this machine for about a month. Reading the different reviews were a big help in figuring out how to get the best out of this machine. It is important to use very cold milk to froth. I put it in glass jar to get it really cold. I use whole milk for the richest taste. Make sure the machine is very hot before use, turn it on about 15 minutes for the best results. I use a plain cup to releDe'Longhi EC155 Espresso Machine Ec155ase some steam into the cup. It is usually watery so that clears the nozzle for pure steam. Then I make the espresso. I fill the the filter holder and tamp it with about 30 pounds of pressure, while giving it a slight twist at the end. Then pull the espresso for about 20 seconds or until the color becomes light. Let the machine heat for a minute to froth the milk. Fill the frothing cup about a third full of cold milk. Do not immerse the frothing tip in the cup as shown in the instruction book. This will overheat the milk and NOT ctreate the delicious foam. Instead insert the tip just under the top of the milk and turn the steam knob to 12 o'clock. Skim the tip over the milk and lower the cup as the milk begins to foam up so that the tip does not end up deep in the foam. I ended up with alot of hot milk and little foam before I figured this out.
Meticulous cleaning of the machine is so important. Run water with vinegar through the machine once a month. Then run plenty of water though it to remove the vinegar. Seven parts water to one part vinegar is what I used. Run this though the espresso maker and the foaming tip. Clean the plastic tip with a pin frequently as milk will plug it even if you soak it.
I was frustrated with the intruction booklet, but I read alot of reviews for ideas and I now make a drink to rival a good coffee shop. It is a learning curve that has been alot of fun. This has been a very rewarding purchase, literally at the price of a latte!
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Summary: Surprisingly great espresso -- can't do better for the $$
Comment: Tiny, convenient machine delivers a nice cup. The Easy-Serve Pods are super-convenient -- I recommend the Lavazza Grand Crema. If you need to turn out a lot of coffee/froth, you'll probably want something with a bit more heft. But for typical home or small office, this is a great deal.
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Summary: Steam wand too short
Comment: I can't say much about the quality of the espresso made by this machine since I'm such a novice (and don't even have a decent grinder). However, I can say with some confidence that the steam wand on this machine is too short for any ordinary quantity of steamed milk. It doesn't even reach the bottom of stout twenty ounce pitcher. I also don't understand the bulky plastic piece around the end of the wand: why not just leave the tip bare like some of the other machines I've seen? It looks and feels clumsy.
Since I'm mostly about the cappuccinos, I had to return the product. What a shame.
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