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The Capresso 121.01 Ultima Semi-Automatic Coffee and Espresso Machine makes it easy to brew espresso and make cappuccinos and lattes at home or in the office. If you find some machines require a university degree to be able to use, then this machine could be the one for you. It’s described as semiautomatic because all that’s required is to fill the water tank, place ground coffee into a receptacle, and pull a lever. Within seconds coffee flows from the double spout, which adjusts for different cup heights, into one or two cups. No tamping is required because the machine tamps the coffee precisely and automatically. Nor is it necessary to clean used coffee grounds out of a messy filter holder, because there is no filter holder, and the machine automatically discards grounds into a waste tray. The tray also catches overflows, and a light shows when it needs emptying.

The Capresso 121.01 Ultima Semi-Automatic Coffee and Espresso Machine is really good value for money. There is a want that rotates out for steaming and frothing milk for cappuccinos, lattes, and hot chocolates. The coffee receptacle will make a big mug of regular coffee as well as an espresso (a very good feature from my experience!). Also, the 53-ounce water tank is transparent for easy to use water-level monitoring and the water heats quickly thanks to the 1,200-watt heating coil, and a thermostat light shows when the water is hottest. For those of you who hate loose cords around, the machine has internal storage for the power cord and comes with clear instructions, drink recipes, and a one-year warranty against defects.

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