Consumers Best Buy! The Gaggia Classic is one of our best sellers for several reasons. Commercial grade quality: Rugged construction of heavy duty materials for longevity. High performance: Forged brass components to stabilize temperature with a three-way solenoid valve and independent expansion valve. Gaggia is in the process of rolling out a new Turbo-Frother wand replacing the metal frothing wand and sleeve. The Gaggia Classic turns anyone into a “Barista” in their own home. Includes two stainless steel filter baskets (single and double shot), coffee tamper and 7g measuring scoopCombining advanced technology with a classic design, this coffee/espresso machine for making hot drinks at home includes all the benefits of a commercial system. Designed in Italy by Gaggia, one of the most respected names in the espresso industry, the unit uses standard 58 mm filters to provide ample room for brewing rich, full espresso. Its commercial-grade construction includes stainless-steel housing, a high-power 17-1/2-bar pump with a high-voltage boiler for quick warm-up times, and an independent expansion valve. A three-way solenoid valve is also included, providing immediate pressure release from the grouphead once an espresso pull is completed, allowing the portafilter to be removed and the next shot to be prepared instantly. For excellent temperature stability, its portafilters and grouphead are made of heavy-duty marine-grade brass with chrome plating. The machine works with coffee pods and is designed to deliver two cups at once. Other convenient features include a hot-water dispenser for tea, a frothing wand for crema, and a cup warmer. A single- and double-shot stainless-steel filter basket, coffee tamper, and 7-gram measuring scoop are included. Its 72-ounce water reservoir is removable for easy filling or cleaning. To keep the espresso machine clean, simply wipe it down with a damp cloth. The unit measures 14-1/4 by 8 by 9-1/2 inches. –Catie Unger
Product Features
- FROTHING FOR MILK BEVERAGES: Pannarello wand frothing for cappuccinos & lattes. Wand doubles as a hot water dispenser for americanos & tea.
- EASY TO USE: Perfect for both espresso beginners and coffee experts.
- ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: portafilter (single and double filter basket), tamper, and measuring scoop.
- EASY ACCESS 72 OZ WATER RESERVOIR: Features a removable 72 oz water reservoir, providing easy filling and cleaning.
- 1 YEAR WARRANTY: Hassle free 1 year warranty handled by Gaggia directly.
Beautiful out of the box It is now the morning after this machine was received and set up. I’ve got my freshly ground favorite beans out and I’m ready to go. I think reviews on espresso machines are uber important and this is my second generation machine and there is definitely a learning curve. As I sip my espresso I am writing my first response review, but as will become clear, this is my second generation machine for a reason.
Completely Worth The Investment Let me tell you, I was hesitant once I ordered this —- mostly because I’m in Canada and with the exchange, this was quite an investment. Let me tell you, it was absolutely worth it. My most important requirement in a machine was top notch espresso. I had read that the steam wand wasn’t great — but I have another frother I use, so this wasn’t a deal breaker for me. Since I read that people have these machines for a very, very long time, I’ve decided that later this year I’ll retrofit on the…
Great beginner machine This is the first espresso machine I have owned and it is perfect for a beginner like me. It comes with 3 different baskets, one single pressurized basket, a double pressurized basket, and a double non pressurized basket. I used the pressurized baskets with ese pods and pre-ground coffee until I was able to purchase a quality grinder.