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Cuisinart EM-200 Programmable 15-Bar Espresso Maker, Stainless Steel | 
 enlarge | Brand: Cuisinart
List Price: $600.00
Buy New: $341.02
You Save: $258.98 (43%)
Rating:  8 reviews
Color: Stainless Steel
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 18.8
Dimensions (in): 10.6 x 9.3 x 12.8
MPN: EM-200
Model: EM-200
UPC: 068459244932
EAN: 0068459244932
ASIN: B000O3PS5K
Availability: Usually ships in 3 to 5 weeks
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| Features:
| • | Programmable espresso maker brews single or double espresso | | • | 15 bars of pressure; uses either ground espresso or pods | | • | Steam nozzle for cappuccino or latte; pre-programmed cup sizes | | • | 64-ounce reservoir; cup-warming tray; frothing cup and tamping tool included | | • | Measures 10-1/2 by 9-1/4 by 12-3/4 inches; 3-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
Professional caf?-quality espresso and cappuccino comes wrapped in an elegant stainless steel package, letting you enjoy the bold taste of Italy without ever leaving your kitchen. Fully programmable, this handsome 15-bar machine does most of the work for you, so all that's left for you to do is sit back, sip and enjoy. Three-year limited warranty. Model EM-200.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 3 more reviews...
 Excellent espresso, but weak frother November 10, 2008
Jonathan K. Perkins (Harbor City, CA, USA)
This unit is nicely put together, with its stainless steel finish. It definitely has a quality feel to it. I had no problem with turning the steam knob, as others have mentioned.
The machine makes excellent espresso, both in semi-automatic and manual modes. Good crema, excellent taste.
Where this machine fall short, though, is in steam volume. It takes a long time to froth the milk, and getting it right is very hit or miss. At first I thought there was more to the art of frothing than I'd assumed, and I kept working on my technique. The best approach, I found, was to include a couple of ice cubes in the milk, to keep the temperature down as the froth built up. Results were barely satisfactory.
I have since discovered that a stronger steam flow is the key to frothing effectively. I'm now using a fully automatic DeLonghi machine that makes excellent espresso and has a far more powerful flow of steam than this Cuisinart (at least the one I had).
If espresso is your thing and you don't mind the manual grinding, tamping, and brewing, this is a great machine. If frothing milk is part of your favorite drink, I'd suggest looking elsewhere.
It's okay May 8, 2008
Student addicted to coffee (Portland OR)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I just got this machine a few days ago, and it's alright. I have not had any problem with the knob as others have suggested. I've made four or five espresso drinks so far, and they're getting better. I'm using Peet's Major Dickinson's blend. The key is remembering to really tamp the espresso into the holder hard. I'm not happy with the frothing wand...it's too close to the body of the machine and makes it hard to maneuver. It's an okay machine overall.
 I'm in love! February 26, 2008
Jason R. Wyckoff (Ohio)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
This machine is amazing! Makes great expresso! I bought this machine to replace a Breville that I was not completely happy with, as it made weak espresso and I needed to turn a knob to brew the correct amount. NOT WITH THIS MACHINE! Push a button and walk away, come back to a single or double shot. The water tank is easy to refill (I use a clean syrup bottle to refill it, instead of removing it). The frothing knob is hard to turn at first, but upon the 3rd or 4th use, it is fine. I do not find the frothing wand to be too low or drippy, after all it swivels over the drip tray, duh!!! Looks great on the counter, large cup warming surface, truly stainless, not painted plastic, like some of the Breville is. A++++++
Wonderful Machine January 19, 2008
Crystal L. Wray (Puyallup, WA United States)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I love this machine. I love that I can push a button and walk away. I think that what the other customer said is true about the knob. But trying only one more time just isn't giving it a chance to loosen up. I did have a tough time with the steam knob but I have been using it daily sometimes up to 3 to 4 times a day and have no more problems with the knob. I have had this machine for about a month now. I'm so glad I picked this machine just be sure to brew your coffee always before steaming your milk. I can even start the steam on my milk and walk away or do dishes while it steams. I have saved so much money so far by not buying a coffee everyday. In just one month I have saved half of the cost I have paid for this machine. Well coffee about $4.00 a piece and I have had about two a day sense I bought this machine. My boyfriend also makes 1-2 a day too. I do go through alot of milk but a gallon of milk is cheaper than one coffee.... Good investment. I recommened...
I like this machine January 19, 2008
Karen (Venezuela)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
My husband gave me this as a Christmas gift, and I love it, because we like espresso very much. It is not perfect but it does very good espresso, it makes "crema" (light brown foamy on the coffe) The program that it brings for default is perfect for my taste. The steam is ok too. Disadvantage: A little bit noisy.
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