Krups 92011-42 Artese Espresso, Cappuccino, and Latte Maker

by Krups

Product Features

• 15-bar ThermoBlock technology; crematic system for thick, rich crema
• 1 filter holder with 3 sieves--single, double, and ESE pod
• Auto-cappuccino attachment provides perfect frothing of milk for cappuccino and lattes
• Large, 50-ounce, removable, swiveling water tank allows for extended use without refilling
• Measures 12 by 12-1/5 by 15-3/4 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 25.1 x 16.9 x 12.8 inches ; 11 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 12 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00007CWFD
• Item model number: 92011-42
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #262,929 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

A rich, creamy shot of espresso is just a switch away with the handsome Krups Artese. With its Thermobloc technology and 15 bars of pressure, this machine makes especially hot espresso, and quickly. A single function knob makes operation simple. Larger than most at a whopping 50 ounces, the plastic water tank lifts out for easy filling, or can even be filled during operation, and provides enough water for extended use without refilling. A built-in water filter removes mineral deposits and unpleasant chlorine flavors. The unit can take single or double shots or espresso grounds, as well as the handy ESE pods. For cappuccinos and lattes, milk froths up by means of the auto-cappuccino attachment. --Ann Bieri

From the Manufacturer

15-bar pump Thermobloc technology. Crematic System ensures thick, rich crema. E.S.E.-pod-compatible for fool-proof espresso. Auto-Cappuccino attachment ensures fool-proof frothing of milk for cappuccinos and lattes by precise delivery of steam and air. Additional pre-heating system indicates when temperature is sufficient to produce steam for frothing milk. One filter holder with three sieves (single, double and E.S.E pod). Large, 50-oz. removable, swiveling water tank allows for extended use without refilling.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Shot of Espresso!, February 28, 2003

By 

Peggy A. Hoffmann "kate123" (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Krups 92011-42 Artese Espresso, Cappuccino, and Latte Maker (Kitchen)

I finally got fed up with running out for lattes every morning and the steam-driven machine that I had just didn't make a good shot of espresso, so when I saw the Krups Artese, a pump driven machine, I decided to risk [money] and see how it worked. In my opinion, it works like a charm. It makes a great single or double shot of espresso with a healthy head of crema. The water tank is handy for producing shot after shot and the steamer actually gets the milk really hot and produces a nice froth.
Advice to users -- 1) Skip the auto cappuccino accessory (which is supposed to draw milk from a container and steam/froth it automatically). It's clumsy. The steam nozzle works fine.
2) Turn the steam on before you put the nozzle in the milk to let excess water drip out of the nozzle. Turn it off before you take it out of the milk to avoid knocking down the froth
3) If the water isn't going through the grounds, try another brand of coffee or a different grind. I returned one machine thinking that the pump was broken, I couldn't get the water to push through the grounds. But it was the coffee, not the machine.

I use a store brand of coffee (President's Choice Decaf Espresso from Jewel) and it makes a smooth tasting shot without any bitterness at all. For [the money], this machine is an excellent value.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great shot of espresso, but poor frothing, September 9, 2003

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J.H. "Teagen's Mom" (Sioux Falls, SD United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Krups 92011-42 Artese Espresso, Cappuccino, and Latte Maker (Kitchen)

I got this machine about six months ago and loved it the first time I used it. As it turns out, I've had a lot of problems with the auto-cappuccino accessory and frothing the milk. I don't get the nice HOT, frothy, steamed milk. I get only warm milk with foam on top no matter what setting I am using. I've also tried the steam nozzle on the milk (which is supposed to be used for steaming items such as soup) and have had little success with that as well. I have tried the suggestions in the owner's manual for the problems I'm having with always getting warm milk instead of hot, steamed milk, but have had no success. Don't waste your money on this machine unless all you want is a great shot of espresso. In that department, this machine is wonderful. Otherwise, forget it. For the money, there has to be something better out there.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great espresso, outstanding cappuccino!, January 20, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Krups 92011-42 Artese Espresso, Cappuccino, and Latte Maker (Kitchen)

This is my third espresso maker, but my first Krups. I thought the two Briel machines I owned previously made good espresso until I tried this machine: good flavor and a nice head of crema on every cup--provided I set the controls correctly. That brings me to Krups' only weakness: the user's manual, which does not explain clearly enough how to set the various controls. Once I figured out the controls through trial and error, I started to really appreciate Krups' technology. And the best part is how this machine froths milk for cappuccino. Again, the controls have to be set correctly, but there's no need to stick a hot, sputtering nozzle just the right depth into a pitcher of milk--just fill the supplied canister with milk (2% works best), slide the frothing tube into the canister's top, put the pitcher, or even the cup of freshly brewed espresso, under the frothing nozzle and turn the switch. Out comes anything from hot milk to hot frothed milk. It the controls are set correctly.
By the way, be sure to follow the directions for cleaning the frother after each use--spoiled milk residue can really ruin a cappuccino!