A Look At The C9, S9 And Z5 One-Touch Espresso Makers By Jura Capresso

January 17th, 2011 by Geoff Marks

Jura Capresso currently manufactures four espresso machines that can be described as One-Touch. To simplify things somewhat the Jura Impressa Z6 will be excluded from this discussion as functionally it is practically identical to the Jura Z5. The remaining three One-Touch models are the Jura Impressa Z5, Jura Impressa S9 and Jura Impressa C9.

Before looking at these machines though, what do we mean by One-Touch? Basically, this is a unique design feature where the espresso and milk spouts are directly adjacent to each other meaning you need to do nothing more than press a button to make your favorite cappuccino or latte beverage. You don’t even have to move your cup.

The first thing to look at is price. The top of the line model is the Jura Impressa Z5 at $3,000, followed by the Jura Impressa S9 at $2,400 and the Jura Impressa C9  at $1,800.

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Review Of The Jura Impressa C9 One Touch

January 2nd, 2011 by Geoff Marks

The Jura Impressa C9 is what is known as a one touch automatic espresso machine. Featuring one of the most compact designs and user-friendly controls on the market today the Impressa C9 makes cafe quality cappuccinos and lattes at the touch of a button. Probably the nicest thing about this model is that the spouts for the espresso and milk are virtually lined-up next to each other which means that you don’t even have to move your cup when making drinks.

Included with the Jura Impressa C9 is an insulated 14oz milk container that will keep milk cold for 8 hours and actually hooks up to the espresso machine. At the touch of a button the machine will steam and froth the milk; grind, tamp, and high-pressure brew coffee or espresso; then dispense automatically into the cup. It could not be easier.You may also be interested to know that this makes the process of making cappuccinos and lattes not only …

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