Rocket Espresso Appartamento Espresso Machine Aquamarine Panels
Rocket Espresso Appartamento Overview
This color variation of the Rocket Espresso Appartamento is an exclusive customization offered by Whole Latte Love.
Rocket is a stickler for detail and the Appartamento really highlights that fact. Its hyper stylized steam and hot water knobs feature an easy grip gear design and Rocket’s iconic “R”; the wide feet resemble espresso pucks, and the laser cut side panels reveal an aquamarine underbelly, all of which is rounded out by a striking mirror finish. Like any Rocket fan, we’re in love with the aesthetics on this compact machine.
Features and Performance
As a heat exchanger, the Appartamento can brew and steam at the same time, so there isn’t any downtime between brewing and steaming or multiple milk-based drinks. An E61 group head keeps the brew water temperature stable, by syphoning water from the boiler, through the group, and back, to ensure a consistent temp throughout.
Rocket redesigned their E61 to incorporate a dual pre-infusion system, which consists of a static pre-infusion chamber and a mechanical element that has a progressively working piston, resulting in aromatic, crema-rich extractions. This machine is beauty and brains wrapped up into one.
Internally, the Appartamento employs a large 1.8 L copper boiler, which, in concert with a 1200 watt heating element, makes for impressive strength brew after brew. Integrated electronic sensors monitor the boiler and reservoir levels and alert you to low levels. If, for whatever reason, these warnings are ignored, the Appartamento shuts down to avoid a dry-boil. This keeps the machine functioning at its best for years.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | HFC-202306000152 |
| App Connectivity | No |
| Boiler Configuration | Heat Exchanger |
| Number of Boilers | 1 |
| Boiler Features | Brew & Steam Simultaneously |
| Brew Boiler Auto-Fill | Yes |
| Brew Boiler Heater Location | Internal |
| Brew Boiler Insulation | No |
| Brew Boiler Material | Copper |
| Brew Boiler Orientation | Vertical |
| Three-Way Valve | Manual |
| Back Flush Capable | Yes |
| Brew Group Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
| Brew Group Size (mm) | 58 mm |
| Brew Group Type | E61 |
| Brew Boiler Wattage | 1200 |
| Recommended Application | Home / Residential |
| NSF Certified | No |
| Display Type | Indicator Lights |
| Controls and Additional Features | Power Light,Pressure Gauge(s) |
| Pressure Gauges | Steam Boiler |
| Type of Controls | Lever |
| Cup Height (max, inches) | 3.375 in |
| Cup Warmer Material | Stainless Steel |
| Cup Warmer | Passively Heated |
| Drain Line Adaptable (Plumbable) | No |
| Drip Tray Capacity (oz) | 28 fl-oz |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel |
| Drip Tray Material | Stainless Steel |
| Removable Drip Tray | Yes |
| Portafilter Baskets Included | Double,Single |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Housing Color | Aquamarine |
| Housing Material | Stainless Steel |
| Recommended Descaler Type | Durgol Swiss Espresso Descaler |
| Depth (Inches) | 16.73 |
| Height (Inches) | 14.17 |
| Weight (Lbs) | 47.5 |
| Width (Inches) | 10.78 |
| Bottomless Portafilter Available | Yes |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Filter Diameter (mm) | 58 mm |
| Portafilter Handle Material | Plastic |
| Portafilter Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
| Number of Portafilters Included | 2 |
| Ground, E.S.E., Pod and Capsule Compatibility | Ground Coffee |
| Portafilter Type | Commercial Style |
| Portafilter Weight (lbs) | 2 lbs |
| Portafilter Diameter | 58 mm |
| Adjustable Brew Pressure | Yes |
| Pump Type | Vibration |
| Warranty Service Provider Email | [email protected] |
| Warranty Service Provider | HARFAN COFFEE |
| Warranty Service Provider Phone Number | +62-838-9755-1917 |
| Manufacturers Warranty Period | 3-Year Parts and Labor Warranty |
| Amps | 10 A |
| Volt | 110V-120V (US) |
| Watts | 1200 Watt |
| Power Cord Length (inches) | 60 in |
| Power Cord Storage | No |
| Steam Boiler Auto-Fill | Yes |
| Steam Boiler Heater Location | Internal |
| Steam Boiler Insulation | No |
| Steam Boiler Material | Copper |
| Steam Boiler Orientation | Vertical |
| Steam Boiler Volume (Oz) | 60 fl-oz |
| Steam Boiler Vacuum Relief Valve | Yes |
| Steam Boiler Wattage | 1300 Watt |
| Steam Wand Features | No-Burn,Swappable Steam Tips |
| Steam Tip Hole Count | 2 |
| Steam Wand Material | Stainless Steel |
| Steam Wand Movement Type | Fully Articulated |
| Steam Wand | Commercial |
| Water Reservoir Access Location | Top |
| Water Reservoir Capacity | 84.53 fl-oz |
| Water Reservoir Features | Removable |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic |
| Water Filter Included | No |
| Water Source | Built-In Reservoir |
Remilekun Oyinkansola –
Heavy packing !
Documentation is not great for backwash but I did manage it with the product cleaning instruction
As a note, the top fence is in plastic and it shows when you are close enough. I know they sell a stainless one..not sure about the pricing though.
Steam is really powerful! Almost tRead more about review stating Great machineoo much!
So far, I love it 🙂
Lola Miracle –
A nice little but powerful pro-Sumer espresso machine. The styling is great an functionality is excellent. I purchased the Eureka Mingnon Silencio grinder to pair.
I did have to adjust the boiler pressure, but the customers service was really excellent snd helpful.
Banji Odunayo –
This machine is absolutely stellar! Great power for steaming, looks gorgeous and is built with the highest of quality. Looking forward to years and years of use from the Rocket Appartamento!
Sumayyah Taiwo –
Machine came with wrong colored panels but HFC will make good and sending black panels.
Olaide Joshua –
Love this machine. I upgraded from a gaggia pro and it is night and day to the single boiler. It will take every bit of 45-60 min to become temp stable but it retains its heat very well all day long. My shot consistency is spot on as well. A lot of people talk about the need for preinfusion but this pump ramps up slow enough, I believe you get thaRead more about review stating New to E-61 and Rockett on every shot you pull. Only down side, and I believe it is the same for all HX machines, is the flushing. the first shot will take 8-10 seconds of flushing to get me in the ideal temp. I purchased an aftermarket group head thermometer that screws in the bolt hole on the group head and can see what my temp close to the shower screen is. look it up, it’s worth it to have. I’m glad I chose this machine and I’m very pleased with the customer service at HFC. I’ve live chatted a few times with questions and Tay has been a wonderful resource to speak with.