This Astoria Coffee Machine Looks Very Different

The Astoria Prima espresso coffee machine is an espresso coffee and cappuccino maker that is designed for low volume applications, making it ideal for use in places where drinks are served in small portions or limited volumes such as in the home or in the office. The first impression you would probably get when you lay your eyes on this Astoria espresso machine is that it doesn't look like any of the other coffee machines you may have seen.

You might even say that it looks very weird for a espresso machine. However, don't be deceived or put off by its strange appearance. This Astoria coffee maker is really well engineered and designed for simple, easy, and straightforward usage. The Prima is quite compact and can easily fit in a small space on your home kitchen counter or office pantry. This coffee maker measures 14 inches tall, 9 inches wide and 12 inches deep.

It is a bit heavy though, weighing at 20 pounds but its weight keeps it in place while the coffee brews. Its body is made of serious cast aluminum for durability and this Astoria coffee machine comes in a variety of colors - orange, grey or black. The Prima allows you to make espresso coffee in a short amount of time. It runs on a power output of 1450 watts, ensuring that the water is heated quickly up to the optimal temperature so you won't have to wait long for your cup of coffee.

Because the Prima espresso machine comes complete with a milk frother, you can also make cappuccino and other milk based espresso drinks with this espresso machine. It also makes use of E.S.E certified espresso and cappuccino pods so if functions similar to a single serve coffee machine. The E.S.E pods allow espresso and cappuccino to make 8 oz. servings at a time. With all these superb features packed into one compact unit, the Prima would undoubtedly make an ideal gift for the espresso lover... if not for its price tag: this Astoria coffee machine retails at around $600.

Yes, it does cost a bit more than other espresso machines but superior quality always comes in a higher price tag. You might consider purchasing an Astoria machine such as the Prima espresso coffee machine as a luxury but in fact, it really is a practical investment - one that will last a lifetime.

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