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Nespresso puts the coffee capsules or pods under a pressurized flow of water to extract the best of coffee flavors, taste, and aroma. Having said that, Nespresso CitiZ is the prime product from DeLonghi coffee machine manufacturer. The CitiZ is a combination of stylish color scheme, lightweight body, quality brewing, affordable price, and ease of operation.
On the contrary, we have described some factors in this review regarding the functioning and quality of the machine you need to see prior to getting a CitiZ home.
About Nespresso CitiZ
Starting with the Nespresso CitiZ coffee maker, this machine reaches to the markets via three different ways. There are three brands namely Breville, DeLonghi, and Magimix which sell the CitiZ coffee maker.
Generally, there are minute changes in the exterior feature of the machines of different brand tags. Moreover, individual brands have made the external changes keeping the functioning of the Nespresso-maker core components as it is. Also, the coffee experience from all of these machines has negligible difference.
Therefore, we reached down to rating the best product as the DeLonghi amongst these coffee makers because of its cheapest price tag. By the way, no one wants to spend more unnecessarily on similar machines. Generally, the prices of all these Nespresso-makers have a neck to neck battle with minor difference between them all.
How Does Nespresso CitiZ Work?
Nespresso is the product line of the Nestle brand which enjoys the hard-earned patent of this technology. A scientist of Nestle patented the new coffee extraction technology and later established the subsidiary brand of Nestle by the name Nespresso.
Adding to the fact, Nespresso receives its name from the popular conventional brewing method named espresso. As Nespresso also uses a pressurized flow of water through the tightly packed coffee for its extraction like the espresso.
In the same manner, we shall consider the Nespresso machine which uses the coffee capsules as a substitute of the portafilter in the espresso machine. The coffee pods also contain the tightly packed finely ground coffee.
Further, the extraction pump of the CitiZ pressurizes the water at almost 19 bar pressure. In the same manner, the water will firstly, the water will pass through the heating element and later towards the coffee capsules. In fact, the pump will process the precise volume of water to pass through the Nespresso capsule. However, irrelevant of any coffee you command either the espresso or lungo a coffee pod will be used.
In fact, the machine will use about 1.35-ounce water and a coffee pod to make an espresso. On the other hand, the machine will use about 5-ounces of water and a coffee pod to make a lungo. Hence, you will have to reload a coffee pod after brewing the shot.
Nespresso CitiZ With Milk Frother Types
Nespresso produces this machine and sells it under three different brand names we mentioned above. Hence, to start with the types of CitiZ, you won’t be surprised to learn there any different types of CitiZ machine despite three different brands are selling them.
You can find slight differences in their exterior yet no changes on the inside. Therefore, every Nespresso CitiZ you see on the market is similar even if they belong to different brands.
Nespresso Aeroccino is the milk frothing machine which is included CitiZ in the deal at about a staggering 40% discounted price than the original price. It means buying the Nespresso CitiZ and milk frother will get substantially cheaper.
Having said that, getting the combo of CitiZ and Aeroccino is always preferred machine because of its ease of convenience. You can read more about the Aeroccino in the next section.
Nespresso CitiZ Review
The Nespresso CitiZ is the coffee maker brewing the coffee like any other espresso machine but never requires cleaning, tamping errands. Generally, you neither require the regular coffee grounds nor the beans.
More or less, all of us know about the construction and working of the Nespresso machine. You already know about the machine after reading the previous section.
The best part of getting the Nespresso CitiZ espresso machine is to get rid of the cleaning errands. Because here you don’t need the coffee grounds, tamping, cleaning the portafilter, dumping the used coffee puck, and what not. In fact, if you consider getting the coffee from the coffee shop, then you will be inviting the possibilities of waiting lines, expensive bills, and inconsistent taste.
On the contrary, the Nespresso is the one-click operating machine delivers the perfect espresso shot in no time. As the matter of fact, you can froth the milk and brew simultaneously with Nespresso CitiZ and milk frother.
Coming to the Nespresso CitiZ machine, this is a convenient machine which has some surprise elements packed in the box. Moreover, the coffee people are keen on these elements and so are the people who want a hassle-free coffee every morning. However, this machine despite being the semi-automatic type will cost you some fortune for its quality.
Generally, the Nespresso machines have a heavy-duty extraction pump tuned to produce about 19 bar of pressure. Along with that, the Nespresso CitiZ chrome elements and the coffee caps will add to the overall budget.
Nevertheless, the Nespresso CitiZ machine is the sheer example of an affordable coffee maker which brews consistent coffee. In fact, you will get to know about the individual components in detail in the upcoming section of the Nespresso CitiZ review.
Components of the Machine
This is the sub-section of the Nespresso CitiZ and milk review focusing on every important feature and component of the CitiZ in detail. Therefore, you can easily go through the functions and features of the Nespresso CitiZ espresso maker. Also, you can see if this machine fits perfect according to your requirements.
1. Construction
Firstly, we will start with the body of the CitiZ Nespresso machine. It is the combination if the stainless steel and ABS plastic. Moreover, the manufacturers have used the stainless steel material for the components to be cleaned often. When we say cleaning, it means the accidental coffee spills from the user’s end.
Nevertheless, you can easily accommodate this sleek machine having 14.6 x 5.1 x 10.9 inches. In fact, the color scheme of the machine has a bit of gloss finish which makes this machine looks nothing but stylish. Most importantly, the CitiZ is the Nespresso which does not portray the flashy traits.
In addition to that, the coffee cup holder of the CitiZ is the two-part component. The cup holder has a hinge joint which allows you to keep the small espresso cup on it. Whereas, you can fold up the holder to accommodate the large lungo cup on the drip tray. Hence, the drip tray will collect the accidental coffee spills.
In fact, the stainless steel grill will not only be easy to clean but also add to the aesthetics of the CitiZ. The amalgamation of the CitiZ chrome and rugged plastic panels becomes a peculiar combination. Yet it looks pleasingly good.
2. Extraction Pump
Coming to the extraction pump of the machine, this is the most important component which leads to brewing. We are talking about the extraction pump which applies tremendously consistent pressure to the water.
Firstly, the water will pass through the heating element and then to the Nespresso coffee shell. As the matter of fact, the pump applies about 19 bar pressure to brew the perfect espresso or lungo.
To our surprise, the extraction pump brewed the coffee with the consistent pressure which resulted in making identical coffee every time.
3. Brewing Espresso and Lungo
Operating the Nespresso becomes fun because of its easy operation. Generally, people who have used any Nespresso machine will understand this fact. Because most Nespresso machines will have only two operating buttons i.e. the espresso and lungo. Not to mention, instructions on these buttons mean different amounts of water.
This is possible because the CitiZ will have the preset brewing time sufficient to extract the coffee from the capsules. Hence, all you have to do is switch on the machine and press either of the button espresso or lungo. It will not be an issue if you forget to switch off the power button! Read next sub-section of the Nespresso machine review for the explanation.
4. Power Saver
The CitiZ machine has a useful feature which not only saves the power but also saves in accidental mishap from occurring. Firstly, the CitiZ consumes about half the power compared to any other A-rated appliance. Secondly, the auto-switch off function shuts the machine automatically.
Generally, the machine will auto-shutdown after 9 minutes of idle time. However, you can adjust the shutting off timing anywhere from 9 minutes to 30 minutes. Therefore, you can make a Nespresso in the paper cup and directly leave for work without bothering to switch off the machine. In fact, you do not have to think about cleaning the mess, read in the next section of the Nespresso CitiZ and milk review.
5. No Mess, No Cleaning
The Nespresso CitiZ will hardly need cleaning unless you accidentally spill some coffee yourself. Generally, coffee spills result while the machine pours the coffee through its spout in the cup.
Apart from that, the packed hermetically sealed coffee pods will not leave any traces of coffee. In fact, the aluminum coffee shell will reach to the waste bin situated just below loading void. Moreover, the waste bin can store them up to fifteen waste shells.
Lastly, you can easily get rid of the waste shells every week or fortnightly depending upon your coffee appetite.
6. Aeroccino 3
Lastly, we will describe the Nespresso CitiZ & milk espresso machine which will include both the positive and negatives. The Aeroccino is the Nespresso CitiZ milk frothing machine.
Aerccino is a great option to make cappuccinos and lattes using the CitiZ. Adding to the fact, the manufacturer of Nespresso CitiZ & milk frother Aeroccino includes two frothing tools for in the deal.
Additionally, these tools will result in frothing the milk for cappuccino and latte respectively. One of the tools will have a spring at its circumference to produce thicker foam. Whereas, another frothing tool is identical to the previous one but does not feature a spring on it.
In the same manner, the Nespresso CitiZ and milk frother can perform simultaneously because of their independent systems. Both the CitiZ and the Aeroccino have their own heating components. It cuts down your waiting time.
As the matter of fact, the Aeroccino allows you to froth the milk in its cold state or steam it hot and froth. All you have to do is press a button to initiate the frothing/steaming process.
Generally, the coffee machines require more time brewing and frothing with its wand. Because the steam wand utilizes the heat from the same heating element from where the water is heated. Hence, those machines can either perform brewing or frothing at a time.
Pros/Cons of Using Nespresso Citiz
The Nespresso CitiZ has many positive points yet there are some areas where this machine could have been better. We have listed all the praise-worthy features and the ones which do not meet the expectations of the users.
- Sleek body of the 14.6 x 5.1 x 10.9 inches.
- The combination of stainless steel and ABS plastic is great.
- Easy to operate two button brewing controls.
- Power saver features save money as well as prevents from accidents.
- Transparent water reservoir of a 34-ounce volume is removable.
- The stainless steel drip tray and foldable cup holder are great provisions.
- The buyer gets an exclusive chance to join the Nespresso club for free.
- Every purchase of CitiZ gets your hands on the complimentary Nespresso Capsules.
- Nespresso CitiZ and milk forther combinaiton is cheaply available.
- Getting the premium Nespresso capsules will keeping adding to your bills.
- The combination of plastic and metal does not blend with each other aesthetically.
- You will have to clean the coffee spills, waste bin and empty the drip tray every week or two.
THE ENDNOTE
The Nespresso CitiZ is the coffee maker meant for the people wish to pay a considerable amount for convenience and fast brewing. Because the CitiZ brews fast, hardly requires cleaning, does not need crucial preparation like grinding and tamping.
On the other hand, this machine is the best if you want a perfect espresso shot at a touch of a button. Also, this will not require you to learn to brew yourself.
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