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Key Features and Benefits: Cafe quality made easy Powerful 15 bar pump No-fuss frother Easy-fill reservoir Works with pre-measured pods or ground espresso Enjoy authentic espresso and cappuccino anytime
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| Manufacturer | - |
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| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
| Item model number | 40729 |
| Color | Black |
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| Product Id | 626842 |
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| User Reviews and Ratings | 3 (1 ratings) 3 out of 5 stars |
| UPC | 040094407293 |
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Hamilton Beach 40729 - Coffee machine - 15 bar
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I am not an advance espresso guy, but this is my 2nd espresso-making machine. The original one was a $39 one (Salton/Krup?), it was terrible. This Hamilton Beach is built very sturdy it seem- there's suction cups at the bottom to hold it in place. Pros: - Stainless steel dual spigots are sturdier than plastic ones. - Relatively simple to use (3 switches) - Clean up is easy, but be sure to wipe the water spout part too. - The suction cups at the bottom was genius. - The price. Other Thoughts: - The height of the nozzles are a bit low, but cappuccino-type cups fits just fine. - The water resevoir is a bit awkward to slide in and out. Suggestions: - Don't tamp too firmly if you use espresso/finely ground coffee as it will clump up and the water collect. - Also, it is best not to wait too long after to clean it. - Be sure to have enough water in the resevoir. Other than that, the espresso is very good- much like at Starbucks. And you can control the strength of the espresso too- all for $60! Great value. Try the espresso drizzle over vanilla ice cream- it's real good.
This is my first pump espresso machine. Bought it to replace a steam espresso maker that bit the dust. This machine is Awesome! It makes my old machine seem like a drip coffee maker. This machine allows me to make a great espresso, cap, latte and more with very little "skill" that is required on some machines. I LOVE IT. I have made every type of espresso based beverage and they rival any product from the local coffee shops. I have used this machine 2-3 times a day since I got it. (2 coffee drinkers in my household) The espresso has crema and the steamer/frother is quick but mine pumps out a bit of water before the steam. I open the steam knob and let out that bit of water first into an empty cup, close the knob, insert frother into my milk carafe then steam away- this is a very very minor issue. This machine is under $100 and most espresso machines are about tripple this price. IT MAKES A GREAT ESPRESSO and is easy to use. I think that the scoop/tamper needs to be a bit more sturdy but other than that- I highly recommend this machine.
This machine is a phenomenal value for the money. As a matter of fact...you'd spend $56 just to buy a replacement 41watt Ukla vibratory pump. So they basically give you the entire machine with accessories and dvd for the price of a pump. I've read reviews that ask "where's the crema?"... The crema is a product of fresh beans, proper grind, proper tamping, proper brewing temperature... If you're switching from a steam driven machine, or a pump machine with a "pressurized" portafilter...you're used to getting crema the easy way. With this machine...you've got to use the proper technique to get the crema. I've read reviews that recommend not tamping too much, or your grounds will be wet... Again...a steam driven machine drys the "puck" by blowing steam through it when the water is depleted, which drys the puck. Most high end espresso machines have a "three-way valve"...this valve opens when you stop the brew process...the excess water is ported off inside the machine down to the drip tray or drain. This allows the "puck" to dry. This machine does not have the "three-way valve". It will have a soupy looking "puck" of coffee grounds when you're done brewing. If you don't tamp your coffee --- in order to avoid having a soupy puck...you'll wind up with poor extraction...because the water will just flush right through without developing the proper amount of backpressure. Ideally, you'll develop at least 9 bar of back pressure by getting the grind and the tamping pressure just right. A common technique is to tamp your coffee by placing the filter handle on a scale. Tamp with enough force to register 30 lbs. Brew coffee for 25 seconds. If you're getting too little espresso...your grind is too fine. If you're getting too much espresso...your grind is too coarse. Adjust as necessary. You're trying to get 2 to 2.5 oz of espresso in 25 seconds using the double portafilter basket. I have read reviews saying..."You can't fit a coffee mug under the portafilter" ... Well...no fooling. It's not a coffee machine. It's designed to pull shots of espresso. You can fit shot glasses, espresso solo cups, espesso doppio cups, and capuccino cups under the portafilter with no problems. .............. All-in-all...this is a fantastic little machine for the money. You can't expect to get a copper or brass boiler, or an E61 grouphead, or a three-way valve for the price. What you do get is a very capable machine. You can google "temperature surfing" to learn a technique that will help you zero in on the best brewing temperature. This machine has a thermostat with approx. 22 degree wide temperature band. If you want to acheive more consistent results...you'll have to learn how to time your shot to get the optimal brewing temperature. Same thing that people do on machines costing $600 or more. I've been using this machine for over a year now. I've pulled at least two doubles everyday. I just noticed a decline in the machine recently...which was remedied by descaling it with citric acid. It's back to it's old self again. I wrote Hamilton Beach and asked for an order form for parts. They sell replacement parts such as water resevoirs, filter holders, filter baskets, etc..for very reasonable prices. I ordered two filter holders and an extra filter basket and it came to $18.57 with shipping. Filter holders alone on high end machines cost over $60...albeit made of chrome plated brass instead of aluminum. If you want an espresso machine that makes great espesso...and doesn't break the bank. This machine is a fantastic buy! It's not a pretty as the $600 - $2500 models...and the plastic steam wand, and plastic tamper is a drawback...but for the price??? C'mon!! It's crazy what a great price this is...
This machine works better than I expected! I worked for Starbucks for five years, so I'm a tough person to please. After researching for months, I learned that most pump machines are the same. This machine steamed milk much quicker than I expected, and after a few tries I was getting great shots (poured between 17-25 seconds). I have yet to get any crema, but if you make lattes and capps then it doesn't matter. Making foam is a techinque, and it has nothing to do with the machine. The steam wand does sit very low, so we just elevated our machine off of the counter. And it's true that only shot glasses fit under the portafilter. Other than those two things (which are easy to work around), this machine is an incredible buy. It works just as good as the $200 machine that Starbucks sells. If you want to learn how to make better drinks, go into any sbux and ask for a demonstration.
I purchased this machine December 07. Took the first one back because the pump didn't work after 1 use. I figured it was just an issue with that 1 machine and I was right. Have not had any problems with the new one, and my husband and I think it makes espresso drinks just as good as the coffee stands, including Starbucks. I DO use Starbucks beans, and I ask the drive thru person to grind me a pound as needed. I buy Starbucks for my drip coffee maker also. I use a 1 cup metal measuring cup w/metal handle to catch the espresso. I marked the inside of the cup with a permanent marker at the 2 shot mark. The steamer works great, but I'm lazy. I just warm my milk or water in the microwave =) I tried the Starbucks pods but couldn't get the coffee to drip thru. Don't tap your espresso grounds too tightly and you should have no problem. As others have warned, DO NOT leave the machine ON after using it. Also DO NOT let the water level run low. I expect my machine to last a long time, and think it is totally crazy to spend hundreds of dollars for a fancy machine.
I first tried this machine at my good friends home and I had to go out and get it. Finding it in the store proved to be difficult so I ordered it online. The process was smooth and easy and now I have my very own machine and my family and I are enjoying mochas and hot chocolates on a regular basis.
I have had this product for over two years and use it every day for the both of us. I have had many other Espresso makers through out the MANY years, some that cost well over a Thousand $ and when my last expensive one broke down it would have cost over $300.00 to have the pump replaced. While I was searching out the price of the repair I happened to pick this one up while in the store, like I said, I drink a cup every morning. (1) You have to have patience with any of them, (2) a good burr grinder (not a blade grinder to get the proper grind), and with THIS expresso maker, a double shot glass fits under the coffee basket perfect, use only bottled water or very soft water so that hardend water does not form in the lines & pump, have real creamer pitcher (I have two sizes, with the larger one I set the Expresso maker over by my pastery counter which is lower than the counter next to it so that the coffee maker is at a higher level than the large pitcher so I don't have to tilt the machine to get the large one under the steamer spout) I fill the coffee basket up & attach it to the machine, fill up the pitcher with milk, turn the machin on and push the steam button, wait for the red light to go out, froth the milk first. If the red light comes on wait a few seconds for it to go out. TURN THE STEAM BUTTON OFF, THEN turn the brew BUTTON on till the shot glass is half or more full and its done and every thing is still hot. (DON'T BREW WITH STEAM BUTTON ON, THIS IS NOT A DUBBLE CHAMBER MACHINE, YOU WILL BLOW OUT THE STEAMING GASKETS ) Makes just as good of a latta as the expesive machines I've had. Make sure to empty the coffee basket write away & turn off machine if your going to sit down and drink. NO MACHINE WAS MENT TO STAY ON VERY LONG, EVEN THE ONES WITH AUTO SHUT OFFS. ALL THIS SOUNDS LIKE IT TAKES A LONG TIME (NOT) 3-4 MIN. FROM GRINDING TO A FULL CUP OF HOT EXPRESSO. ( I did have to take the first one back, the pump wouldn't pump, just like any product there are quality issues in a mass produced product especally a espresso machine under $60.00
I go to a popular coffee place for their hot chocolate and mochas (my wife loves cappacino too) and now we can make our own for pennies on the dollar!
I bought this product based on the fact that I no longer wanted to pay $4.35 each morning at Starbucks. The price seemed reasonable. I have found that durability over the years of buying expresso makers has nothing to do with price but the product. I gave this a 3 STAR simply because I don't really know of the durability since I just bought it. Some of this issues of previous reviews I will address. Some people complained they couldn't find "cups" to fit underneath..that is simple solution. Go onto Ebay and buy the same expresso shot cups that starbucks uses..they even have the logo. They work perfect and are cheap to pick up. Some people complained about the TEMP of the milk..well you didn't let it run long enough is the problem. You also need to run it slow in the beginning to HEAT the milk up and then turn it up higher on the knob to get the froth. I also purchased on ebay the Starbucks stainless steel cup with temp monitor. That works perfect to let me know when the temp is just right. Another complaint is the milk nozzle. Yes this company should have followed others and made the nozzle on the top of the maker verses the low middle. I have to LIFT the coffee maker up a little to get the milk out from underneath it. This isn't a easy task with the suction cup on the bottom but not hard either. I may just remove the suction. But when all is said and done, and I give two squirts of my Starbucks Peppermint syrup(which I bought at Starbucks for $6.95. It's pretty big and should last quite a long time) and the mocha(simply hersey's syrup like they use at Starbucks), it tastes just like the $4.35 coffee I drink each morning. It is a good value for the money.
Recently purchased, on line. I am upgrading from a steam to a pump machine. Returned to the states from Italy, and needed an espresso machine to make the cafe doppio's I consumed there. The machine makes a very good tasting espresso though it lacks the crema. I would not pay hundreds more to get the crema. For latte and milk frothed drinks crema does not matter much. I would buy it again and recommend it to anyone who loves coffee and has a coffee grinder.