Gaggia Classic | Stainless Steel To savour a true Italian espresso you can begin with the Gaggia Classic Pro home espresso coffee machine. This home coffee machine is both easy on the budget and compact and with its water tank capacity of 2.1 litres. The gaggia classic coffee machine gives you all the tools you need to make cafe standard espresso at home. With over 80 years’ experience honing the craft of espresso, Gaggia is committed to creating barista like moments in everyday households. Their Gaggia Classic Pro Stainless Steel machine is ideal for anyone who values the subtleties of quality espresso. The chromed brass group head and filter holder are identical to those found on professional coffee machines. Along with the traditional Gaggia boiler and 15-bar pump, they guarantee a stable temperature throughout the entire brewing process. A three-way solenoid valve relieves pressure in the filter holder once extraction is complete, disposing of excess water to make cleaning easier. The professional steam wand contains two steam outlets, allowing you to prepare creamy cappuccinos without hassle. For added convenience, the machine comes with three filters to accommodate both ground coffee and ESE pods. Classic rocker buttons and indicator lights are at once user-friendly and emblematic of Gaggia’s storied history. About Gaggia It was one man's determined quest for the perfect espresso in the 1930s Milan that gave birth to one of Italy's most iconic brands. For more than half a century, Gaggia has been supplying both bars and homes with innovative, state-of-the-art coffee machines. Year after year, Gaggia created beautiful, timeless products inspired by the fashion, design and culture of the day, as well as the Italian passion for "La Dolce Vita". From the unique "crema naturale" layer to the crème de la crème of espresso machines PREPARING A CAPPUCCINO WITH A GAGGIA CLASSIC PRO! The density of the frothed milk will depend on the milk fat content. - using stainless steel, circular, rounded milk jugs, narrower at the top, with a spout, necessary to make cappuccino decorations. The steam wand will dispense all the steam required to froth the milk without bringing it to a boil. With two or three attempts and a little effort you will become experts in preparing cappuccino. Before starting, it is important to slightly move the steam wand outwards in order to insert the jug directly under it and facilitate the movements required to froth the milk correctly. At this point continue as follows: Prepare the espresso in a large cappuccino cup as indicated in the paragraph "Brewing an espresso using ground coffee". Press the steam button. After 15-20 seconds and when the steam temperature indicator light turns on. Turn the steam/hot water knob slightly counter clockwise to eliminate any condensation from the wand then close the knob again. Place the jug, half-filled with cold milk, under the steam wand. Place the steam nozzle just below the surface of the milk; if it has been inserted too deep, the milk will not be frothed; if it has not been inserted deep enough, big bubbles will be produced and then disappear immediately. It is important to keep the nozzle not at the centre but close to the edge of the jug, with an appropriate angle to produce a stronger vortex. Turn the steam dispensing knob counter clockwise to let the steam come out. During this phase there is maximum air absorption, and the milk must be frothed almost cold. Note. The steam pressure increases as the knob is turned. Note. The dispensing operation should last no longer than 60 seconds. Dispensing steam continuously for more than 60 seconds can empty the boiler out completely. In this case, continue as indicated in the section "