Breville Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine BES820XL

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Product Dimensions: 25.4 x 26.7 x 31.1 cm ; 10 Kg
Shipping Weight: 10 Kg
Item model number: BES820XL
ASIN: B001U8A1NC
Date first available at Amazon.ca: Jan 10 2009

By : Breville
List Price : ~~CDN$ 449.99~~
Price : CDN$ 449.98
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Product Description

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Make any rainy day better by brewing crema-rich espresso drinks from the comfort of home with this programmable espresso machine. Designed to satisfy both novice brewers and experienced baristas, the unit offers manual operation as well as an intelligent programmable function that can be personalized with a favorite espresso setting. Its custom-set programming function extracts the perfect volume of coffee at the touch of a button--choose from Auto Shot, Custom Shot, or Manual Shot. Prior to extraction, the machine's 15-bar Italian-made Triple-Prime pump with a thermoblock heating system delivers three bursts of hot water into the filter head. This increased pressure expands the ground coffee or espresso pod and helps eliminate air pockets, which allows the unit to extract more crema for a rich, smooth-tasting coffee. In addition, the unit's electronic temperature-control system accurately maintains the optimal brewing temperature of the water to ensure the best possible extraction. A pressure gauge on the front of the unit measures the pressure that water gets forced through the coffee in the filter holder. The gauge needle pointing above or below the Optimum Zone indicates over- or under-extracted espresso. The gauge needle positioned in the recommended Optimum Zone during pouring indicates espresso will be produced at the ideal pressure and will have a generous layer of golden crema.
When it's time to produce steam for frothing milk, the espresso machine increases the water temperature and provides a swivel-action steam wand with a stainless-steel frothing attachment, plus a froth enhancer and a stainless-steel frothing pitcher for barista-style results. After frothing, its Auto-Purge function returns the water temperature to the optimal level for brewing. To save on energy the machine will enter Power Save mode if not used for one hour, and will automatically turn off if not used for three hours. Power Save mode uses 45-percent less power than Stand By mode. Other thoughtful details include a 75-ounce water tank, 4-1/2-inch head elevation to accommodate full-size mugs, a 1-liter slide-out drip tray, a dedicated hot-water wand with a 360-degree ball joint, and an extra-large cup-warming plate. Accessories include one- and two-cup dual-wall stainless-steel filters, an espresso-pod filter, a tamping tool/measuring spoon, a cleaning tool, and a user manual with recipes. Housed in die-cast stainless steel, the espresso machine measures 10 by 10-1/2 by 12-1/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
Amazon.ca Product Description
Now you can have true Italian-Style café flavour and aroma right in your own home. Espresso, Americano or Cappaccino...The choice is all yours, whenever you want, and ready in just minutes. This unit conveniently fits on any countertop and reflects the most popular interior design trends with its clean-looking die-cast metal design. In addition, the advanced crema system, Triple Prime, Auto Purge and froth enhancer ensure that your specialty coffees always taste as great as they look. Very user-friendly, this unit is semi-automatic with pre-programmed and programmable single and double shots. It also features separate steam and hot water wands for any kind of hot beverages such as Hot Chocolate, Tea, Americano, Latte or Cappuccino.
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