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Review on ☕️ Authentic Italian KAMIRA Moka Express: The Ideal Stovetop Espresso Maker for 1/2 Cups. A Perfect Gift! by Carolina Tavarez

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The new heart of my espresso station.

My inexpensive semi-automatic espresso machine is now a bit too big. It lasted almost 3 years and gave me a decent cappuccino every morning back then so I was happy with that but I had to replace it and wanted something better this time. I paid $250 for the last one, which is pretty cheap for an espresso machine. I considered the almost $700 Rancilio Silvia or was crazy about the $1500 Rocket Apartamento. These are two very good machines, but it's a lot of money just to have a delicious espresso in the morning, so I was a bit hesitant to spend the money. Regardless, I was speaking to Rancilio myself when this Camir contraption caught my attention. What what?! The reviews caught my attention, so much so that I ordered a Secura 8100MC 1800W Portable Induction Hob, Gold Induction Cooker and Nespresso 3694-US-BK Aeroccino3 Milk Frother One Size Black Plus. Total cost: $222.24. I already had a great grinder that would become the fourth component of my newly revitalized espresso station. Guys I really like what I found here. It won't work if you're planning a large latte party or similar, but for a personal setup for one or two it's just great. rivals anything I've ever tasted in a coffee shop. Just follow the directions and keep them handy until you feel comfortable (several days). Now I get an exciting double shot every time. It's ridiculously easy. While any heat source will do (you can do a double shot in the woods around a campfire with Kamira), using an induction stove like the Duxtop heats the boiler up in about 15 seconds, and you have a lot of control over how much heat and for how long. . The Aeroccino3 propellant is very simple and works great. Some reviews on the item state that it died after about a month. Just spend $2.77 for the extended warranty. Start with the milk first, and by the time you've made a double batch, you'll already have thick hot foam waiting for you. It's like having a steam engine where you can shoot and froth at the same time. Even the $700 Rancilio doesn't do that. Here's a tip I didn't see in the instructions: if the water doesn't flow all the way into the kettle when you move the tank lever to the vertical position, just pull the pressure valve slightly and watch the water fall. Works every time. Time will tell how long the blower lasts but for now I love it like 5 stars. However, this is a Kamira review that I expect to go on forever and I wish I could only give it 5 stars. Eight stars out of five for Camira.

Pros
  • Absolute legend
Cons
  • High price