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When you think of Italian food and drink, the first things that come to mind may be fresh gourmet pizza and pasta, served with wine and cooked with a generous amount of olive oil. What is missing from that picture is espresso. In fact, the first modern espresso machine was born in Italy. The Rocket Espresso Giotto, which was designed in Italy, is a “prosumer” machine, which means that it has a professional commercial design and components, but can be used in the home by a regular consumer. Housed in stainless steel, it offers commercial style features such as a high-capacity copper boiler, an E61 brew group with 3-way solenoid valve, and a steam pressure gauge for measuring the steam pressure in the boiler. The espresso it produces is as high-quality as any you could find abroad. Using the Rocket Espresso Giotto, you’re in control of your brewing from start to finish, as though you were a professional barista.
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Brewing |
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The Rocket Espresso Giotto uses a lever-operated brewing system, so it looks different than other semi-automatic espresso machines. Still, brewing is simple. Lift the lever up to begin brewing espresso, and pull it all the way down to stop the flow of espresso. Pulling the lever all the way down until you hear the pump stop also causes the 3-way solenoid valve to release the pressure that was building in the boiler, so you might see a small puff of steam and a little bit of water released when the lever is pulled all the way down. |
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Commercial Grade Features |
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With a 1.8 liter boiler, the Rocket Espresso Giotto has more than enough hot water for plenty of brewing and steaming. The boiler is made out of nickel plated copper, an ideal material for heat retention, and features a lead-free brass endplate for additional heat retention. The Giotto itself weighs in at 46 lbs, thanks to its heavy-duty metal components and heat retaining features. |
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E61 Brew Group |
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The E61 brew group is where your brewing takes place. It is mounted on the front of the machine, and provides excellent heat retention for brewing thanks to its material (chrome plated brass) and design (channels cut into the group head ensure continuous circulation of water for consistent, stable temperature). |
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Steaming |
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The stainless steel steam wand has a steam pressure gauge so you know when the wand is ready to dispense steam. It is located on the left side of the machine, and to begin steaming, all you have to do is open the steam nozzle. |
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Hot Water |
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For tea, instant soup, hot cocoa, or an americano, the hot water nozzle comes in handy. You can rotate it out away from the machine for convenience, and simply open the knob to release hot water from the boiler. Close the knob when you have enough water. |
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Pods |
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The Rocket Espresso Giotto is not pod-capable. Brew only using fresh ground coffee for the highest quality espresso. |
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Accessories |
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The Rocket Espresso Giotto comes with a single shot filter holder, double shot filter holder, single shot filter basket, double shot filter basket, tamper, measuring spoon, and detailed instruction manual. |
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Country of Origin |
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Italy |
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Power |
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1200 watts |
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Machine Weight |
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46 lbs |
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Warranty |
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1 year |
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