Nespresso C90O Essenza Single-Serve Manual Espresso Machine, Passion Orange
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: NespressoBrand: Nespresso
Model: C90/O
Product features:
- 1200-watt manual espresso machine designed for coffee-filled capsules
- 19-bar pump; ThermoBlock heating system; removable 34-ounce water tank
- Backlit control button; electronic temperature regulation; manual volume control
- Capsules eject semi-automatically into collection container; 12 capsules included
- Measures 10 by 6-1/2 by 11-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Nespresso C90O Essenza Single-Serve Manual Espresso Machine, Passion Orange
Customer Review: My quest for perfect espresso is finally over!
Summary: 5 Stars
We all have our little passions. Over the years, I have devoted lots of time, money, and study to perfecting the art of making the perfect coffee and espresso. I searched the world (and the internet) for the best beans, grinders, equipment, and even tried roasting my own beans and became able to produce better potions that one can ever find in the coffee boutiques. Still, as it turns out, my efforts were in vain. The Nespresso Essenza (and probably the other Nespresso machines similar in design) produces the perfect cup and the ease of doing so, sadly, puts my efforts to shame.
The secret seems to be in the strong pumping mechanism (19 bars of pressure, same as their more expensive machines) and their superb coffee capsules. After being such a stickler for the freshest roasted estate grown beans, I balked at the use of capsules and considered it the coffee for dummies approach. I also thought that they might be kind of similar in quality to the coffee "pods" used in the new single serve coffee machines, which range from bad (for the manufacturer and supermarket brands) to only fairly good (for the best of the gourmet, limited-edition pods at over $1 each).
Against all odds, the Nespresso pods are pure magic. I ordered new pods right away, but even the year-old sampler pods that came with the machine were incredible. I'm equally mystified as to how they can have about twelve varieties and almost all be exquisite, despite noticeable differences not only in strength but in flavor. Even the "lungos" are fantastic (these produce 4 ounces of coffee-espresso instead of the classic 2 ounce espresso). Being partial to espresso and very dark coffee, I wasn't as impressed with the two or three pods weakest in strength, but those who like traditional American coffee (café Americano) might like them best.
The Nespresso capsules completely blew away my other concern about capsules, that they would be limiting compared to the variety of coffee and espresso beans out there. Sure, there may be thousands of types of beans out there, with infinite possibilities of blends and roasts, but they rarely reach the superior flavor these capsules achieve. Having been in the habit of buying expensive beans and air shipping, I find the cost of the capsules at $.50 each and the two-day shipping charge of only $5.95 (for any quantity) very reasonable (I used to pay $18 or more for shipping coffee beans by one or two-day air). The only criticism of the machine is that the espresso might not be quite hot enough for some aficionados, although it is just hot enough for me, and the temperature can be raised slightly by heating the cup first. This is truly the perfect way to enjoy espresso, even if I can no longer take credit for concocting it.
Description of Nespresso C90O Essenza Single-Serve Manual Espresso Machine, Passion Orange
Nespresso has developed a unique extraction system specially adapted to capsules. It controls every vital setting when preparing a perfect espresso. Nespresso machines have been designed with renowned partners and designers, and bring out the taste and aromas of coffee by combining quality of design with ease of use. The Nespresso C90 Essenza Manual Machine is part of our compact line, which features a modern, compact, and practical design. The machine deploys technology essential for preparing an outstanding Espresso, and is exceptionally easy to use. Manual control of the amount of coffee in the cup. A high pressure pump (19 bars) extracts all the aromas and develops a smooth crema in the cup. A thermobloc which heats water to 187°and 196° during extraction and empties the remaining water after each use so that the water is fresh for each preparation. A simple system which perforates the capsule and soaks all the ground coffee to optimally filter the coffee. A functional handle system, which allows for easy coffee preparation. Automatic ejection of used capsule.Removable water container (34 oz). Tray for used capsules. Back-lit control buttonKitchen and Housewares