DeLonghi ESAM3500.N Magnifica Digital Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: DelonghiBrand: DeLonghi
Release Date: 2007-03-01
Model: ESAM3500.N
Product features:
- Patented "Cappuccino System" frother; mixes steam and milk to create a rich, creamy froth for perfect drinks every time
- Easy-to-use rotary and push button control panel with programmable menu settings
- Grinds beans instantly with the patented "Direct-to-Brew" system. Brewing system is compact and removable for easy cleaning.
- No waiting between preparing espresso and cappuccino with the double boiler system
- Professional-quality, conical low-pitch burr grinder. Grind settings allow you to adjust the fineness for all types of beans
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of DeLonghi ESAM3500.N Magnifica Digital Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine
Customer Review: A good super automatic espresso machine for the price
Summary: 3 Stars
Let me start off this review by stating I am not a connoisseur of espresso / coffee. I bought this machine due to getting hooked on cappuccinos on my 2010 summer vacation. After coming back, I acquired my cappuccinos from McDonalds and love them (like I said I am not a connoisseur of coffee, but McD cappuccinos are delicious). Due to time constraints in the morning, I wanted a device that can make them quick without to much work.
After scouring the internet, reading forum posts and reviews. I settled on the Delonghi 3500 and have been using it for the past 4 weeks. I was definitely concern about the robustness of the machine from the reviews I read, so I bought it from a warehouse store that has the world's best return policy (~$1000). Here is a list of pros and cons I made for the machine.
Pros:
* One touch button for cappuccinos / latte (just keep the bean and water container filled)
* Espresso comes out at 165 to 175 degrees F (the temperature of the water in the tank is 60 F)
* Easy to maintain
* Cup warmer on the top of the machine
Cons:
* Hassle to make a drink with both steam and froth milk. You have a milk container lid for steam milk and a separate one for froth milk (see the picture I added). McD cappuccinos has both steam and froth milk. So making the cappuccino like McD is just a pain, you have to switch lids and wash the one no longer being used. The new Delonghi ESAM5500M fixes this issue in that you have only one lid and that lid has a switch to go between steam and froth milk.
* Steam milk comes out at 125 degrees F (the temperature of the milk in the container is 40 degrees F)
* Froth milk comes out at 115 degrees F. This is the reason people complain about this machine not producing a super "hot" drink and I noticed it too. The ESAM3500M uses 1150 wattage and the DeLonghi ESAM5500M Perfecta Digital Super-Automatic Espresso Machine, Metallic Blue uses 1350 wattage. So in theory, the ESAM5500M may produce a hotter froth milk, I hope somebody with the ESAM5500M can chime in someday.
* This unit will not fit under a lot of kitchen cabinets due to the way the coffee bean door opens up. It requires 18 inches of clearance (see the picture I added). I believe this is a problem for all super automatic espresso machines.
* The machine is a little loud for apartment living.
Suggestions:
* Watch the DVD like other people mentioned in their reviews, to understand how to operate the machine.
* Use filtered water for better taste and to keep the machine clean of impurities (you still need to descale... from what I read)
* On a side note, Starbucks sells their coffee syrup for $10 (just asked the barista). "Cinnamon Dolce" is amazing. I read that tip from somebody's review and it is true.
* Get the Bean vacuum canister to keep your beans fresh. Exceptional Designs Bean Vac Coffee Canister (ED150)
If money is not an issue, I would suggest trying the ESAM5500M ($1650, this is an opinion based just on the specs). Being a cappuccino newbie, I am not ready to spend that much on an espresso machine. So I will stick with this one for now.
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Description of DeLonghi ESAM3500.N Magnifica Digital Super-Automatic Espresso/Coffee Machine
The DeLonghi Exclusivo Magnifica allows you to make the freshest espresso in the comfort of you home. A digital programmable menu not only allows you to adjust the auto on/off time, but also the temperature of the coffee, the hardness of the water, and the strength of the coffee. The patented single-touch cappuccino and latte system allows you to make great espresso without any work. The integrated grinder converts beans directly into fresh espresso. The instant reheat function heats the core of the machine, ensuring the Magnifica maintains an ideal temperature for brewing. Other features include: cleaning-indicator lights; a cup warmer; hot water spout; large, removable water reservoir; removable coffee container; heat-adjustable coffee spouts. DeLonghi offers the best espresso you can make at home with the Magnifica Digital Super Automatic Machine. Other features include a professional-quality conical burr grinder that produces consistent, fresh, and aromatic espresso or coffee. The latest, most advanced technology for brewing authentic Italian espresso or coffee.Espresso Machines
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