Hi kate, I am setting up a small cafe with 150 to 200 cups/day. which one would you recommend rancilio epoca e1 or nuova simonelli appia 1 group volumetric dosing machine. And why.? Thanks in advance
@abhay1072 NS is nice because they have a great warranty/installation network in place; Rancilio is a little more hands on on your end for the life of the machine. Shots on the NS will be a little bit better, too. But both will get the job done at the end of the day - Kat
@FishAddiction22 Thanks for sharing your experiences! Yeah, you're really looking at shot glasses only with the clearance on this machine ;) Do you have a 2 group or a single group? Thanks for watching, glad you're enjoying the vids :D - Kat
Hi Kate. Unfortunately I'm not to happy with the steam lever. I found that if I keep the lever up to lock it into place the steam pressure is to powerful. When I push the lever down I cant maintance the right pressure without taking my hand of the lever. This also means that I cant feel the warm of the jug. Is there anyway I can modify the lever so it remains in the right position I want it to stay. Sam
@rexevo This should be setup on a water softening system so that you don't need to be concerned with descaling it as it's plumbed in. If you haven't done this, highly recommended that you do as these larger, multiple boiler machines that are plumbed in are easier to maintain with water filtration to begin with. I'd check in with the Rancilio reseller you purchased it from and ask them for some recommended filtration systems (they sell Mavea in the US). - Kat
@rpivara1 They do it all the time for the European machines made for the North American market, so it is theoretically possible, with some degradation in performance. How that's done would depend on the specific machine itself and not something we specialize in :) - Kat
@coolcattune If i recall correctly, no. We don't have a demo any more (sold it), but the products specs don't call it out and usually they will if it's no-burn. - Kat
@markpianoman We do; they are listed in the 'Commercial' section of our site -- the 1 groups come with either tank or plumbed in models and start at $1949. If you search our site for 'Epoca' you'll see it there. - Kat
Thank you for again a wonderfull and informative video in always a very pleasant fresh coffee atmosphere! ;-)
I am looking for an espresso machine, jsut bought a macap M4, and your video's are very helpful! Sorry I live in Europe, otherwise I would defenately visit your store!
Btw is there any video which is featuring Kat, more than her cheery voice? Just curieus! ;-)
Thanks for the feedback! It's too bad you can't come in to the shop, but please do feel free to ask questions while you're searching for your machine. I know that model types and features can vary greatly between machines made for the European and American markets, but basic functionality and espresso theory is pretty straight forward, so let me know if you have questions and I'll answer them if I can.
No videos featuring me -- I'm the director/producer, I can't do it all ;)
Thanks! I am looking in the semi automatic range, the Rocket Espresso Giotto Premium RVS is one of my favorites as an example. What do you think is better for quality; Heat exchanger (like the Rocket) or a dual boiler (with a pid). I think the latter type does not need a cool flush?
What do you think? Have you an example for a double boiler which features the same looks as a rocket?
There is one model that comes in either heat exchange or double boiler with a PID installed, it also has the added benefit of allowing you to switch between main line and reservoir plumbing, which can be nice for some people. It's the Alex Izzo or Duetto -- you might want to take a look at that.
I think that PID functionality is pretty important if you're interested in experimenting with slightly different temperatures and single origin/estate coffees.
@SeattleCoffeeGear Kat, we know who Gail is -- how about showing us who Kat is? You should start your videos by introducing both of you with clarification that Kat asks the questions and Gail answers them!
Hi kate, I am setting up a small cafe with 150 to 200 cups/day. which one would you recommend rancilio epoca e1 or nuova simonelli appia 1 group volumetric dosing machine. And why.? Thanks in advance
abhay1072 2 weeks ago
@abhay1072 NS is nice because they have a great warranty/installation network in place; Rancilio is a little more hands on on your end for the life of the machine. Shots on the NS will be a little bit better, too. But both will get the job done at the end of the day - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 2 weeks ago
@FishAddiction22 Thanks for sharing your experiences! Yeah, you're really looking at shot glasses only with the clearance on this machine ;) Do you have a 2 group or a single group? Thanks for watching, glad you're enjoying the vids :D - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 9 months ago
Hi Kate. Unfortunately I'm not to happy with the steam lever. I found that if I keep the lever up to lock it into place the steam pressure is to powerful. When I push the lever down I cant maintance the right pressure without taking my hand of the lever. This also means that I cant feel the warm of the jug. Is there anyway I can modify the lever so it remains in the right position I want it to stay. Sam
rexevo 1 year ago
@rexevo Not that we know of; you might want to contact who you purchased it from to see if they have any tips. - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
Hi Kat. Im from Australia. Current i have the Silvia. Just purchased th Epoca E2. How or do you Descale this? Sam
rexevo 1 year ago
@rexevo This should be setup on a water softening system so that you don't need to be concerned with descaling it as it's plumbed in. If you haven't done this, highly recommended that you do as these larger, multiple boiler machines that are plumbed in are easier to maintain with water filtration to begin with. I'd check in with the Rancilio reseller you purchased it from and ask them for some recommended filtration systems (they sell Mavea in the US). - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
Can you convert a 220volt machine to 110volt?
rpivara1 1 year ago
@rpivara1 They do it all the time for the European machines made for the North American market, so it is theoretically possible, with some degradation in performance. How that's done would depend on the specific machine itself and not something we specialize in :) - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
is the steam wand on this model insulated?
coolcattune 1 year ago
@coolcattune If i recall correctly, no. We don't have a demo any more (sold it), but the products specs don't call it out and usually they will if it's no-burn. - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
could you tell me what is the model name of grinder used in this video clip?
because I am interested in this epoca machine for my first cafe setup. Please give me some advise what model should I buy. THanks.
805bc 1 year ago
@805bc It's the Compak K3 Touch - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
Do you sell them? Do you have a crew review? How much are they?
Thanks Kat!
markpianoman 1 year ago
@markpianoman We do; they are listed in the 'Commercial' section of our site -- the 1 groups come with either tank or plumbed in models and start at $1949. If you search our site for 'Epoca' you'll see it there. - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
I wish one could get exactly this machine with one brew group!
markpianoman 1 year ago
@markpianoman There is a one group version of the Epoca available. - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
One thing missing in this video: what a shame to not pour that beautifully foamed milk into some espresso and make some latte art!
markpianoman 1 year ago
@markpianoman Gail is not a latte artist -- we leave that kind of game to the barista pros :D - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago
Thank you for again a wonderfull and informative video in always a very pleasant fresh coffee atmosphere! ;-)
I am looking for an espresso machine, jsut bought a macap M4, and your video's are very helpful! Sorry I live in Europe, otherwise I would defenately visit your store!
Btw is there any video which is featuring Kat, more than her cheery voice? Just curieus! ;-)
sawyerrogier 2 years ago
Thanks for the feedback! It's too bad you can't come in to the shop, but please do feel free to ask questions while you're searching for your machine. I know that model types and features can vary greatly between machines made for the European and American markets, but basic functionality and espresso theory is pretty straight forward, so let me know if you have questions and I'll answer them if I can.
No videos featuring me -- I'm the director/producer, I can't do it all ;)
Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 2 years ago
Thanks! I am looking in the semi automatic range, the Rocket Espresso Giotto Premium RVS is one of my favorites as an example. What do you think is better for quality; Heat exchanger (like the Rocket) or a dual boiler (with a pid). I think the latter type does not need a cool flush?
What do you think? Have you an example for a double boiler which features the same looks as a rocket?
Thanks, byee.
sawyerrogier 2 years ago
There is one model that comes in either heat exchange or double boiler with a PID installed, it also has the added benefit of allowing you to switch between main line and reservoir plumbing, which can be nice for some people. It's the Alex Izzo or Duetto -- you might want to take a look at that.
I think that PID functionality is pretty important if you're interested in experimenting with slightly different temperatures and single origin/estate coffees.
The Giotto is awesome, though :)
Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 2 years ago
@SeattleCoffeeGear Kat, we know who Gail is -- how about showing us who Kat is? You should start your videos by introducing both of you with clarification that Kat asks the questions and Gail answers them!
markpianoman 1 year ago
@markpianoman That's not our style, tho! We are specifically gonzo and so you will never see me (unless in machine reflection). :D - Kat
SeattleCoffeeGear 1 year ago