"The Capresso Ultima Pump Espresso Machine is the worlds most convenient semi-automatic coffee and espresso/cappuccino machine." The new simple way of making Espresso / Cappuccino: Capresso "Ultima" Pump Espresso Machine eliminates all the inconvenient steps of conventional espresso machines: no more complications with tamping, hot filter holders, or cleaning and rinsing of sieves. Just fill coffee to your liking (7 to 15 grams) into the pump espresso machine, turn and pull the coffee lever down, and switch on the pump. Within seconds, any size espresso or up to 12 oz. of coffee are ready. The double coffee spout even adjusts to accommodate different size cups. Then pull up and turn lever to prepare the next round of espresso. At the same time the used coffee is automatically discarded into an internal container. Please watch the video clips to see for yourself how easy it is to make professional espressos. Features and Benefits - Capresso Ultima Pump Espresso Machine: * Automatic internal removal of used coffee lets you make successive espressos without a mess. * Make perfect crema espresso and cappuccino from the first to the last cup. * Fastest heating and frothing technology with patented ThermoCoil® and DualFrother. * Large 53 oz., removable water tank for more than 30 espressos. * Brews from one espresso to two 6 oz. cups of coffee at once. * Use your own coffee and fill one or two scoops into the machine. * Double coffee spout adjusts to any cup size. * DualFrother with two settings for latte (steam milk) or cappuccino (froth milk) * Instant hot water release for tea, soups, hot chocolate or cafe americano. * Indicator light for on/off thermostat, and when to empty internal tray. * 18-bar ThermoCoil heating/pump system for fastest heat-up time. * Video included: "How Things Work" Tamping Tamping (packing the coffee) is one of the crucial steps when making espresso. The Capresso Ultima does it by itself, all the time. Just fill your ground espresso coffee in the espresso machine, and turn and close the lever. When you turn on the pump, the brewing chamber automatically seals itself so that all the water is forced through the coffee, resulting in wonderful, thick crema espresso with a wonderful aroma. Frequently Asked Questions: Q: There are machines out there with pre-packed espresso pods and capsules. Isnt this even more convenient? A: Pre-packed coffee is definitely very convenient. However, the cost of the pre-packed coffee is often two to three times higher than ground coffee. So, if you make 4 drinks a day, you spend anywhere from $250 to $350 more per year just on coffee. Pre-packed coffee portions might not be available in your preferred roast or flavor. Also, with the Capresso "Ultima," you can adjust the amount of coffee to the strengths you want. Q: Can I make a regular cup of coffee? A: Yes, we call it "Crema Coffee." Just put a large cup underneath the double pouring spout, fill one to two scoops of your preferred coffee into the brewing chamber and brew approx. 8 oz. of coffee. Pressured brewed coffee tastes completely different from drip coffee. The main reasons are that the brewing time is much shorter and flavor and aroma are extracted under pressure. Testimonials: "I am so pleased with my recent purchase that I wanted to write a note to tell you so! My wife and I owned and operated an espresso shop for 5 years and have been on a search for a home-style espresso maker for three years. We have been disappointed generally, with the espresso machines available. A week a go we purchased a Capresso Ultima Model 121 and are VERY PLEASED with the coffee it produced! Bravo... and kudos to your company!!!" J.M., CA "I purchased the Capresso Ultima Espresso Machine at Macys in 1999, and along with it the Capresso Burr Grinder model 551. I use these products EVERY DAY. The Capresso Ultima performs remarkably for a non commercial machine. It is convenient and easy to use. It makes beautiful crema. Much better than our last Gaggia. The coffee grinder has been working beautifully too. I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for such remarkable design and function." F.N., MA Capresso Ultima Purchase Includes: Measuring Scoop Video Color: Black with silver metallic accents Watt/Volt/Hz: 1200W/120V/60Hz Weight & Dimensions (H, W, L) 11 lbs. 15"H x 12"W x 16"L 1 Year Limited Warranty for Household Use UL Listed
