Capresso 302.01 Mini-S 4-Cup Safety Espresso Cappuccino Machine by Capresso

Capresso 302.01 Mini-S 4-Cup Safety Espresso Cappuccino Machine

Features

Unique dual frother for frothing cappuccinos or steaming for lattes
3-way safety switch; choose between full pressure and maximum steam output
4-cup capacity, dishwasher-safe, glass carafe
Includes instruction video and measuring scoop
Measures 10 by 7 by 9 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Manufacturer Description
This four-cup safety espresso/cappuccino machine makes whipping up your favorite hot drinks easy! Once the water is hot, it is forced through the filter holder, brewing espresso coffee into the glass carafe. During this time steam starts collecting in the boiler. When the coffee has reached the "steam" marking on the glass carafe, you can stop the brewing and switch to frothing milk. It's just that easy.

Features:

Boiler cap with built-in safety valve.
Patented three-way safety switch for choosing between full pressure for brewing espresso and maximum steam output
Red indicator light and dishwasher-safe glass carafe
Stops brewing or steaming in the "0" position
Dual frother lets you steam or froth milk either in a pitcher or right in your cup
Instructional video shows how to produce espressos and cappuccinos in three easy steps

Includes:

12-ounce carafe
Easy "how-to-cappuccino" video
Measuring scoop

Product Description
Capresso Mini-S Espresso and Cappuccino Machine - You can say all you want about espresso makers but, after all the debating, the issue is what you need to invest in order to get yummy espresso or espresso-based beverage. Capresso Mini-S wins the argument - it's affordable, fast, and simple to operate. It's as easy as making a cup of regular coffee but it's tastier, richer, and more robust. This economical Espresso maker uses steam pressure instead of a pump mechanism to create delicious espresso. It's a fast method that's just perfect for a morning wake-up or after-dinner drink. Reliable mechanism for perfect results, over and over Includes easy-to-follow instructional video

Reader Reviews
I purchased this machine after much research and to my surprise; it has far exceeded my expectations. Why? Well first let me inform you that I had absolutely no espresso/cappuccino machine experience and that this Mini-S is in fact my first machine. So back to why? 1. Capresso does an excellent job with the instructional video and so you can feel very confident when making your first cup. 2. During my research I kept reading that some of the other less expense machines don't get up to a high enough temperature - well this is NOT a problem with this machine. BUT if you are making cappuccino MAKE sure that you froth/steam the milk enough to bring it to the right temperature or you will in fact experience a cooler cup of cappuccino. 3. Another complaint I heard about other machines is that the frother/steamer is too low to put a proper sized frothing pitcher. NOT the case with this machine. I purchased the Krups 085 - 20-ounce frothing pitcher and I have plenty of room. 4. This machine doesn't require a tamper - I don't know why but it doesn't and so that is one less item to buy! 5. IT MAKES AN EXCELLENT CUP OF CAPPUCCINO!! My wife and I purchased Espresso from Starbucks and had them grind it (so no need to buy a special espresso grinder) then we compared the cappuccino we made using the Mini-S & Starbucks brand espresso and the cup of cappuccino we had Starbucks make and they were identical!!!! (BTW - DO NOT use regular coffee so do make sure you buy real espresso and have it ground up for you) I'm certain there are cons to this machine but being a first time user I have to say that I haven't found one yet and that is why I give this machine 5 STARS. Good luck with your pursuit of a great cup!

List Price: $75.00
Available from Amazon
Price: $59.99
Updated on 11-9-2008.