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Sensational coffee, Plastic body., 8 Nov 2010
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L. Hennessy (Twickenham) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Gaggia 74841 Espresso Coffee Maker, Deep Red (Kitchen & Home)
First - it makes *delicious* coffee - the Cappucinos are light and frothy, the Espressos dark and dominated by a wonderful crema that sits, porter-like, dreamily upon the hot dark depths that lie beneath. And the difference between beans becomes so much more noticeable. The sharp focus of taste with coffee made this way make cafetieres and filter machines seem like fuzzy approximations in comparison.
But you have to remember how strong the Gaggia name is when you get one of these - they're actually part of the Philips network of companies now, and it helps to understand the somewhat more plasticky nature of this machine than I was expecting - the metallic cover makes it look like a nice piece of polished steel, but it's actually plastic. As is the cup tray. And the reservoir lid. However there are positive sides to this 'brand awareness' coin - it's lighter to move around, and it's better for the environment as well as being cheaper for yourself too.
So I try to relate to it as a Philips machine as I seem to expect less from it that way, somehow. It keeps the 'if only it had...' thoughts at bay. It's a really pretty machine (I got the red one), and it would just be so perfect if it was made from metal.
The design is very fetching and it certainly looks special. However, there are little quirks like having the water gauge on the left rear corner of the machine (thus making it difficult to use in one corner of the kitchen, because it becomes impossible to see how much water you have left), which make me wonder just how thought-out the machine actually is.
I thoroughly recommend using a BRITA Marella Cool White Water Filter Jug if you live in a hard water area - it'll improve the taste as well as avoiding limescale build-up, and prolong the life expectancy of the machine by a large percentage.
You need to be prepared to establish a strict routine of washing and wiping this machine, but it's worth doing - if you want really good coffee, you've got to expect a little bit of work. It's worth the effort though! If anyone's interested, I'll list it in the comments section!
The price seems high, but with regular use this machine is worth it. In terms of your relationship with coffee, this machine is an aphrodisiac. Be prepared for regular trips to local coffee merchants, a whole range of new drinking utensils - the whole works.
Believe it or not, I think this expensive machine is actually one of the entry-level models if you want a good quality pump espresso maker. It's well worth making the step up to this level.
It's one of those ideal luxury items that becomes indispensible as soon as it comes into use. If you're a coffee lover, or know smeone who is, this will open their eyes about just how good coffee can taste. Forget Nero and Sbucks, you can make it yourself, and it tastes so much nicer too.
I reluctantly have to take a star off for build quality - while this makes the machine easier to move about and more economical, it also makes it feel lighter and... cheaper!
Edit 08/01/11: Water has started escaping through the main filtercup feed when using the steamer; while the machine still makes the same excellent coffee, I can't help but suspect that it signifies a future breakdown of function. At the very least, it hardly inspires confidence in its mechanical reliability.
Edit 11/02/11: The leak is getting much worse. I've googled the problem, and it seems to be due to an inherent design fault! I'd suggest that anyone thinking of buying this machine should look at a different model.
Edit 07/02/12: It's still going strong, despite the leaks. The pump seems a bit weaker than it used to be, but the coffee still tastes good! When you first get the machine, the top plate and the drain plate are both covered with a white PVC coating. These both peeled off after about a year or so - underneath was nice shiny chrome. So bear in mind that you can peel the white plasticky coating off if you don't like it.
Edit 28/04/12 The first real damage - the steam disperser (black plastic thing that fits on the end of the 'steam wand') kept coming off when frothing milk, so I gave it a harder shove to keep it in place, and I heard a little cracking sound - now the steam comes out somewhere inside the machine instead. I'm gutted - it was my own clumsy oafish fault, too! :(
Edit 22/05/12: The cup needs to be turned much further to make it nice and tight; the seal must be going, as it takes a bit of muscle to stop water leaking over the top. Everything is beginning to fail - if this machine was a household pet, the vet would be advising me to think about putting it out of its misery. Very sad - Have I had value for money? If I can...
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Super coffee for the connoisseur, 28 Oct 2010
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Bob's Mum (UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Gaggia 74841 Espresso Coffee Maker, Deep Red (Kitchen & Home)
This is a brilliant machine for the real coffee lover - stunning good looks in deep shiny red, combined with superb coffee making. It really is a machine for making the best coffee you can at home. I am delighted with it in every way, and look forward to my weekend treat now coming from my kitchen rather than being bought when out shopping. That said though, I have some recommendations to make.
* Do give yourself plenty of time (and repeat attempts) to work through the machine and all its features before trying to make your perfect cup of coffee. It takes a little while to perfect the method and is worthwhile taking the time to do it properly.
* Have a cheapy bag of espresso to try out first, as there may be failures in your first few goes (there was here and I didn't mind throwing out a few cups as it was supermarket espresso).
* When confident and proficient, do make sure you use the finest espresso you can. Preferably grind your own beans to the finest setting (Australian beans are divine) with a burr grinder such asDualit Burr Coffee Grinder 75002.
* Think about the type and size of cups to use (mine were a touch too big so the espresso was a little dilute to start with until I swapped them for smaller ones).
* Have a j-cloth or similar ready for wiping, especially for the milk frother.
This coffee machine really does perform well, and is ideal for weekend indulgence of good, proper espresso. (I wouldn't recommend for weekday everyday use simply because I wouldn't have the time to perform the whole pleasing ritual of warming and brewing and the very important cleaning). The machine also has a pressurised frother which pleasingly makes delicious creamy frothy milk, perfect for capucinno, hot choccies or just warm milk (or water). Given enough time for 'playing' you will be a domestic barista par excellence!
Top marks for style, substance and performance from me. I'd highly recommend this to any good coffee lover. Superb.
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Fantastic coffee machine!, 20 Jan 2011
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E. Rhead "Pixxie" (Birmingham) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Gaggia 74841 Espresso Coffee Maker, Deep Red (Kitchen & Home)
I'm a trained Barista and can definitely recommend this as a great little coffee machine! It certainly looks the part and although someone people have highlighted the fact that it is plastic,it certainly doesn't detract from it's looks - you wouldn't know until you picked it up! Plus it uses a pro coffee 'handle' with a real heavy quality
Obviously the coffee that comes out of it is down to your technique of making it but it produces the espresso very well complete with a great standard of crema. I was surprised at how good the milk steamer is - it's fantastic. Again this is about technique but it's not hard and you'll pick it up in no time!
Great value for money! I would have no hesitation in recommending it!
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