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Ascaso DR.114 Dream 16-Bar-Pump Espresso Machine, Love Red |
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List price:
$900.00
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- Measures 11 by 9-3/5 by 13-3/5 inches; 1-year warranty
- 900-watt 16-bar pump espresso machine with simple Accu-read gauge and flip-switch controls
- Painted aluminum body; brass boiler and group; electronic thermofuse; dual temperature control system
- 2 brass filter holders accommodate ground coffee or ESE coffee pods; powerful hot water and steam supply
- Removable 44-ounce water tank; cup warmer; drip tray; safety thermofuse and steam pipe protector
OUTSTANDING WORKHORSE FROM SPAIN
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I purchased an Ascaso Dream Versatile machine in Spain over two years ago. I was impressed by the design, the fact that it could be used with ground/power coffee or ESE coffee pods. I purchased the polished aluminum and I have friends who have purchased the red, pink and anthracite models.
The grouphead is made of chrome plated brass. Designed after Ascaso's commercial espresso machines, the Dream group head evenly distributes heat and reduces hotspots for more temperature consistent espresso. It has also been designed to evenly distribute water across the coffee grounds for a better extraction. Thus the results are fantastic.
We also like the brass boiler. Made of heat distributing brass, this boiler can get up to temperature quickly and stay there, with a fast recycling time. Two thermostats control the temperature for espresso and for steam, and a third that specifically monitors the boiler to protect it from overheating if the machine is left unattended for long periods.
It's also a real work horse in terms of steam capability. Like magic, the wand will make perfect foam. In an instant, the steam wand converts the milk in your 12 or 20 oz. frothing pitcher to lovely foam for lattes and cappuccinos. Mounted on a swivel joint, the stainless steel steam wand conveniently swings aside and clean up is a snap.
We highly recommend the Ascaso Dream machine as it runs circles around the francis francis model we've had in the past.
