How much time will I need to wait between shots? Can I use this model for entertaining friends, wanting to make 6 drinks without waiting a long time.
815020
As long as you don't use the steamer after pulling a shot you can empty and refill and pull one right after another. Before the 1st shot you must run water through the filter holder and wait 5 minutes.
815021
The Gaggia Classic is known for its quick recycle time and its temperature constancy. (If you get a scaling problem there is either a defect or, more likely, improper technique) But that is for pulling shots. The boiler is small but quick while others are relatively big but slow.If making several steamed milk drinks in a row is you main purpose the Classic may not be the best choice, but for pulling cups of espresso it is unbeatable.
815022
It only takes a few seconds to recycle. Everything is very fast with this. I had a Starbucks Barista before, but this is much faster. If you are making espresso, you can make 2 at a time. I make latte 1 at a time. I froth the milk and make the coffee in 2 minutes.
815023
Daily use 5yrs+. Pull shots back to back, no problem, IMHO. By the way I never froth milk with steam. Put milk in 2 cup measure, micro wave, and froth with little hand held Swedish frother. Makes "thick paint" consistency for several cups in seconds. I think it's a total waste using a boiler's steam. Incidentally I never sully my espresso with milk, nor do Europeans except at breakfast sometimes. Of course as you prefer but try straight, yes, a little sugar, for a while. Ever notice European espressos are served in cups too small for lattes? Great espressos are always served straight unless you drink like it's desert? Happy Trails Daily use 5yrs+. Pull shots back to back, no problem, IMHO. By the way I never froth milk with steam. Put milk in 2 cup measure, micro wave, and froth with little hand held Swedish frother. Makes "thick paint" consistency for several cups in seconds. I think it's a total waste using a boiler's steam. Incidentally I never sully my espresso with milk, nor do Europeans except at breakfast sometimes. Of course as you prefer but try straight, yes, a little sugar, for a while. Ever notice European espressos are served in cups too small for lattes? Great espressos are always served... » Read More Daily use 5yrs+. Pull shots back to back, no problem, IMHO. By the way I never froth milk with steam. Put milk in 2 cup measure, micro wave, and froth with little hand held Swedish frother. Makes "thick paint" consistency for several cups in seconds. I think it's a total waste using a boiler's steam. Incidentally I never sully my espresso with milk, nor do Europeans except at breakfast sometimes. Of course as you prefer but try straight, yes, a little sugar, for a while. Ever notice European espressos are served in cups too small for lattes? Great espressos are always served straight unless you drink like it's desert? Happy Trails « Show Less
815024
As much as you need. You could get the milk ready ahead of time, make the coffee and them reheat the milk to get more foam. All you need too do is to practice.
815025
It is as manual as it gets. A lot of it is intuitive since the ready light is not a true indicator. At times the temperature got higher than ideal that it scolded the taste. Better have the espresso grounds ready Head of time. In my experience, it would take about 5-7 minutes for 6 shots.
1778516
Use a Blender and don't make a drink--Make a small 2oz shot.Or, blend it with lots of your favorite flavorful stuff; other than that it may not be for you...
797992
You may have a wait while it recycles between shots, bu it shouldn't be a problem. Just be sure you have sufficient top pressure to initially activate the plunger. It's a nice tool! Don't forget to clean the jaws as they can jam if you use aluminum rivets or cheap rivits.
649635
Thanks for shopping this item. Here are several comments on this product: The cooler is made to keep your drinks chilled well over 12 hours. Another user says: I'm not sure but I used it starting at 5pm on a very warm evening and there was still some ice in it the next morning. It kept the drinks really cool and everyone loved it and wanted one! :) Another user says: If you keep it open as pictured every couple hours you will need to add ice (drain out some water) if it is closed it lasted a lot longer....Hope this helps with your decision making....OOME
354448
More info: I used it again, but this time I timed it. I guess "time passes quickly when you're having fun," because it actually took a full 10 minutes! Not your 15 but maybe yours is OK. You may have a different make. No idea why I gave the prior answers of 2 -3 minutes and 5. Sorry.
1886781
Plenty for me, but when I go to an event/party, 20-30 shots, is by far the most I'll take (otherwise people get sick of ya ;) and that doesn't even put a dent in the initial battery's starting point. I know they're always trying to sell extra batteries, but i think that is excessive. It lasts for a quite a while, including if it isn't used for a period of days.
890642
Once the machine is hot it shouldn't take long. You may want another person ready to go with the cones and candy so you're ready as soon as one batch gets done. You should be able to do one serving every 3-4 minutes once you get going and as long as you have everything ready.
1979445
this is only 6 shots. Search hks' website for the correct speedloader for your 7 shot, amazon doesnt always get it right.
1239325
If you have it 3 times a day, it doesn't last long, maybe a week. I can't remember . If you are under 5'6, you take 6 tlbs. in each drink. If you are taller you use 8 tlbs. Call 1-877-256-2733 and they should be able to answer your questions. The website is www.almased.com.
1908512
I've done as many as 6 in an afternoon. A few tricks... EVERYTHING and I mean everything must be chilled. I put the bucket and paddle in the freezer for an hour before I start. The custard should be about 35 or 36 degrees and kept cold between batches. I also keep the batch size to about 3/4 of max. The room cannot be warm. I keep it out of the kitchen when I'm doing multiple batches back to back. The process times begin to rise as the batches go through. After about 3 batches, I'll let the bucket sit in the machine for about 5 minutes to re-cool before continuing each batch. My process times, which start at close to 25 minutes will rise to about 40 by the last batch. Frankly, if you stay focused on keeping things as cool as possible throughout, you'll be fine. The machine seems capable enough to handle things.
599335
I never took the time but depending the shots about 6 t 8 hours if you put it off when you are not shooting, shooting videos more less maybe not more than an hour.I hope i was useful
1873346
Yes. I just add a small amount of water in a glass, give it a good stir and shoot it. It's a little gritty but thickens quickly so you want to get it down fast.I then follow up with a fresh 8oz glass of water.
1850705
I do not wait at all. After making the first latte and by the time I prepare the next one the espresso maker is ready to go again. I have only made two at a time so I am not sure how many times you can repeat the process. Having had several espresso makers I think you could make as many as you want as long as you keep the water compartment full. Be sure to follow the directions.
1839433
It recommends brewing for 3 minutes. That is what I have been doing and it takes great.
593335
Mine ran for 5-6 hours. And you can pour more chocolate mixture in while it is running if you need to refill. I've used it 3 times with great success and it's always a hit at a party.
1686505
You can make them. They suggest you place the alcohol in after so that it freezes up. But I will agree that it is very loud.
756369
You can drink it then, but it gets better with age. I like to wait 6 mos. It also depends on the type of wine. Cabernet needs to age more than say Cianti.