I like to take a 20oz latte (triple) on my daily commute, as from the coffee shop. Can I make the same with three consecutive shots from this machine?
1710901
I don't see why not, each of the factory volumes are programmable and 3x6.5oz should be achievable. The only limitation may be the height of the cup and whether it will fit under the spout (the cup platform is removable to allow taller cups however).
1651495
The barcode on each disk sets how much coffee, you can press the add more button to give another shot more! Hope that helps
123345
No, it's a frappuccino machine, not an espresso machine. You can use espresso grounds and blend it without using ice I guess, but that won't make a quality hot latte. It makes really good cold drinks.
1743274
Oh yes, you can. There are three settings for concentration of beans and three more settings for how much water. And you can match those six buttons up any which way you want. A cup of ristretto would be made by using the most concentrated beans and the least amount of water. An espresso would be made by using the little bit larger amount of water. A "regular cup of coffee" would use the largest volume of water. The largest amount of pre-programmed water is about 6 ounces. You can easily re-program the machine to give you even more water. (We've not tried to do that, but I just checked it out in the instruction booklet.) Besides the six settings on the machine, you can also change the strength of the coffee by your choice of coffee bean. Where we buy our beans--Peet's--they offer a complete range of "strengths": More robust, less robust, milder, medium, etc. (you get the picture). But, bottom line: The fact that you can pour in ONE kind of bean and each person can immediately create their own preference by hitting one button from the grind category and one other button from the water volume category, is the reason our family loves this machine. I can pour in some beans, then make a single shot of espresso, then my husband can follow me immediately and make a "regular" cup of joe. I totally understand your concerns: Because you might not always want an espresso; you might want a cup of coffee to go along with your bacon, eggs and toast. And, very definitely, you can have both with this machine. Just comment to my review if you have any other questions; I do read comments to my reviews and I'm always happy to answer any questions.
1233073
Yes it will be a hassle... It takes time to make latte for 1 or 2 people. It is an effort but worth it - great taste...
1758948
Yes you can, I am an expert on commercial coffee machines and I have to say that this little machine is really not bad. Not to be compared with one of the big ones like Saeco but what comes out, can be strong and pretty good. Only thing it is a little messy but that is the handle system. It is certainly a step towards the big ones until one can afford it. You can make a regular cup of coffee by using the double filter and let it run two cycles with the same powder. or the single filter and one double cycle. If you want a stronger one press the coffee powder good in the filter but careful not too much and not too high so that the filter has problems going in its place. AR
2019006
No, they cannot be done simultaneously...there is only 1 pump. You can do either function first. I preferred milk first, then put the shot directly into the frothed milk.
162900
Yes -- you can just add less water/coffee. I usually make 2-4 cups each time. The max is like 10-12 cups, I think.
1035695
This makes excellent espresso! This easily makes two very large "shots" of espresso. We easily make two drinks with it, keeping in mind that an espresso shot is considerably smaller then a cup of coffee.
724180
I have always done two shots for one large cappuccino. I assume you could do just one but the markings on the carafe are for two and for four shots. I do not see why you could not adjust it. And no, it does not grind the coffee. It is quite a simple machine: it does regular coffee or espresso (and steams milk).
2148077
I dont know the oz amount - you can customize your coffee fill settings, water etc....you can always do double or triple shots as well...
1124771
I'm sorry you cannot. Most machines have their very own custom pod. Go to the website to get the best selection in coffee. I absolutely LOVE this machine and the coffee variations, especially the price! Makes coffee the way they do in Italy.
48395
You could, but the coffee will be probably not as good as making the whole pot because it quite difficult to get it right when doing less than the full amount. I would advise making the full pot of coffee and just drink the amount you want. If you are going to drink regularly 3 to 6 cups then I think it would be better to buy the smaller pot. Hope this helps
2272043
Yes, and there is a good video on youtube. In Italy they pore the brewed coffee and the frothed milk at the same time, then spoon the foam on top.But it's really up to you how strong you like it. you will find your sweet spot. I love my machine. And the price was right, thou if I was rich (very rich) I would get a fancy one with an Eagle on top. One note: to clean the grounds underneath, run water thru the brew cycle into an empty cup. Cleans it for the next day.
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If there is a way, I don't see how you could. I just looked at mine and as you leave the "filter" range and enter the "espresso" range" (moving from left to right) it automatically switches from cups to shots. I suppose you would have to work out how many shots would equal cups and go from there. The machine assumes that when you are in the espresso area that you are trying to fill one portafilter (1or 2 shots.)
982900
I do that all the time - I like it stong so I pack it pretty good and put half the water and make two double espressos - just as often, when I am making a double just for me,I simply use less coffee and 1/4 or 1/3rd water - you must experiment to get what u like. They tell you not to "pack" or tamp the coffee down but I do anyway - hahaha.
513008
Yes. It would be rather easy:Two shots espresso2% milk5-7 tablespoons of Hershey's Cholocate SyrupAs for the machine itself, I have had three years and have had no problems!!!!