Take the next step in your pursuit of the perfect cup with the 15-Bar Italian Pump Espresso. You choose either finely ground espresso or a pod, add a tablespoon of espresso or a single pod for each shot and brew with a simple flick of a lever. Unlike other high-tech machines that can be difficult to operate and cost thousands, the Hamilton Beach Espresso Maker has patented slide & lock technology that makes achieving cafe-quality results practically effortless. Always use cold water to make coffee. Warm water or other liquids could damage your espresso maker. If the water from the reservoir is heated, it should take less than 5 seconds for the espresso to start pouring. A full demitasse will take between 15-20 seconds . A teacup and average size mug will comfortably fit under the spout but a travel mug will be too large ad when the portafilter is locked in place , there will be about 4 ½ inches from the drip tray to the spout and also the product is bpa free
Product Features
- CAFE-QUALITY RESULTS: Indulge in espresso, cappuccinos and lattes right at home using either espresso pods or ground espresso
- 15 BAR ITALIAN PUMP: Supplies the pressure necessary for excellent extraction and rich crema
- EASY SETUP: No fiddling with brew heads in hard-to-access areas – just slide the patented Slide & Lock portafilter into place from the front of the machine and lock it on the side
- SWIVELING STEAM WAND: Lets you steam and froth milk for cappuccinos and lattes
- CUP WARMER: Keeps cups warm until serving time
Love this machine! The second of the older version of this machine died a few weeks ago. I saw the Mr. Coffee had good ratings here so I went downtown and bought one – big waste of money – bad taste, and almost no crema. Came back to Amazon and looked at other machines and after research and deciding it I wanted a third of the older version or try this new version, I went with this .. I love it! Great Crema, fast brewing, frothing is good, too… [was awful on the Mr. Coffee]……. this machine rates 5 stars…
Big disappointment. Very disappointed. I have purchased many of the pump-based low-end espresso makers over the years. My basic conclusion has been that if you drink a lot of espresso, the low end units will only last you about a year. So, I consider them disposable and figure I’m out $100 bucks or so annually, or if I get lucky and the unit breaks before warranty expires then maybe I get a replacement and get close to two years out of my original purchase. Between my wife and I, we draw about 1500 cups a year,…
The 40792 makes an ok espresso with a somewhat unconventional approach The Hamilton Beach 40792 has some commendable features on top of making a decent espresso. I use a carafe from an older machine to make about 4 shots (ounces) in the morning. The espresso may not be as rich as store bought but not bad. It rises above lower end espresso makers by having a detachable see-through water tank in the back allowing you to make several drinks before having to refill. The manual warns that running the machine without water will damage it. I love the ease of use,…