Review Mr. Coffee ECM21 4-Shot Espresso Machine and 8-Cup Coffeemaker Combo
Mr. Coffee ECM21 4-Shot Espresso Machine and 8-Cup Coffeemaker Combo Overview
Ideal for entertaining or everyday use, this convenient two-in-one appliance can brew up to 8 cups of coffee or up to 4 cups of espresso at the same time. The espresso/coffee machine's removable cone filter basket and removable water reservoir provides easy filling, while its brew-strength setting accommodates individual preferences. And frothing or steaming milk for cappuccino and lattes is quick and easy with the variable steam control and swivel steam valve. Other useful features include a lighted "on/off" switch, a pressure safety valve, and a pause-n-serve function for pouring a cup midbrew. The unit's dishwasher-safe glass carafe and removable drip tray make cleanup a snap. A measuring scoop is included. The espresso/coffee machine measures approximately 10 by 12 by 11 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
- Espresso/coffee machine brews up to 8 cups of coffee and 4 cups of espresso
- Brew-strength setting; variable steam control for frothing or steaming milk
- Removable cone filter basket; removable water reservoir; brew-pause function
- Dishwasher-safe glass carafe; removable drip tray; measuring scoop included
- Measures approximately 10 by 12 by 11 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Mr. Coffee ECM21 4-Shot Espresso Machine and 8-Cup Coffeemaker Combo Review
I've mainly used this several times for making coffee as I'm unsure of how to make espresso (yet). I've noticed that the coffee tastes really good out of this unit, I know there's some that might say that it has a strange plastic taste to it I have not encountered that at all since owning this. Very easy to clean, very easy to get it up and running right out of the box.
I do have to say the instruction manual if you need it might seem a little ambiguous with a couple of the instructions, just takes a little bit of thinking to understand some of the operations of it. I would highly recommend that you pay special attention to the instructions on making espresso if you haven't done so before as you can quickly burn yourself if you try to clean the espresso portion of the machine immediately after making espresso. Let the espresso steam dissipate for a good while before trying to clean up on it to avoid any inadvertent steam discharges that might burn you.
Other than that, great unit I would recommend buying one if you really want the option of making espresso or coffee or both!
I do have to say the instruction manual if you need it might seem a little ambiguous with a couple of the instructions, just takes a little bit of thinking to understand some of the operations of it. I would highly recommend that you pay special attention to the instructions on making espresso if you haven't done so before as you can quickly burn yourself if you try to clean the espresso portion of the machine immediately after making espresso. Let the espresso steam dissipate for a good while before trying to clean up on it to avoid any inadvertent steam discharges that might burn you.
Other than that, great unit I would recommend buying one if you really want the option of making espresso or coffee or both!
*** Product Information and Review : Oct 6, 2011