Gaggia Classic Prestige in Classic Blue
Gaggia Classic Prestige Overview
The Gaggia Classic Prestige is an upgraded version of the Classic Pro semi-automatic espresso machine. Bundled with both official Gaggia accessories and precision brewing components from Barista Improving Taste, it improves on the performance and look of the Classic Pro while remaining an incredible value.
Features and Performance
With its 58mm chrome plated brass portafilter and precision Barista Improving Taste 18g basket, the Classic Prestige can pull shots on par with specialty coffee shops. The portafilter itself is a serious upgrade, featuring a high quality ashwood handle and comes paired with an ashwood handle 58mm tamper. The commercial style chrome plated brass brew group provides further temperature stability and the 3-way solenoid valve relieves pressure after brewing for clean and easy to knock out pucks of espresso.
Internally, the Classic Prestige brews using a vibration pump with thick rubber mounts for noise reduction. Its aluminum boiler features externally embedded heating elements that are protected from burning out and heats up to brew temperature in roughly one minute.
To operate the machine, a suite of high quality rocker switches are used to power the machine on and off, brew, and switch between brew and steam mode. A pair of two thermostats regulate the boiler for brew and steam temperatures with LED ready lights to indicate when the machine is up to temp for your selected mode.
For steaming milk, the commercial style steam wand takes a bit of practice, but can produce latte art quality milk foam when used with proper technique. Final touches include the one-piece steel housing which encompasses the entire machine with a timeless brushed finish and curved elements to match the contours of the drip tray.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | HFC-202306000284 |
| Boiler Configuration | Single-Boiler, Dual-Use |
| Brew Boiler Orientation | Vertical |
| Brew Group Type | Other |
| Recommended Application | Home / Residential |
| Housing Color | Blue |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing Material | Stainless Steel |
| Pump Pressure (Max. Bar) | 15 Bar |
| Pump Type | Vibration |
| Pump Wattage | 59 watts |
| Manufacturers Warranty Period | 2-Year Parts and Labor |
| Steam Wand | Commercial |
Ana Isabel Ferrer –
Love this machine! It’s my first real espresso machine so I’m still building up skills, but every fresh ground shot is really pretty darn forgiving and, to my palette, delicious!
I also ordered a replacement group head gasket (silicone) and opted for a bottomless portafilter so I could ramp my learning rate a little quicker. Would highlyRead more about review stating Perfect for the Entry Hobbyist recommend both.
My next order is going to include one of those portafilter funnels and a better tamper, the included tamper is my least favorite thing in the package.
Rodrigo Carrasco –
I had a small manual refurbished cappuccino maker from HarfanCoffee which lasted over 10 years! It was time to upgrade and this Gaggia does not disappoint. I love the lobster red Color in my kitchen. There is a learning curve and videos help. The electrical cord has a very loose connection to machine and I’ll need to request a replacement .