{"product_id":"gaggia-classic-up-espresso-machine","title":"Gaggia Classic UP Espresso Machine","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Revolutionary Espresso ...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaggia Milano\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most iconic Italian brands, which revolutionized the way we brew espresso. \u003cstrong\u003eWay back in 1938\u003c\/strong\u003e, Achille Gaggia, the founder of Gaggia Milano developed a system to control the coffee extraction process with high precision, no longer using steam. It has since become the hallmark of Quality Italian espresso, characterized by the ever-so-notable soft layer of marvelous \u003cstrong\u003e“crema naturale”\u003c\/strong\u003e. Further, thanks to tireless effort towards development, this espresso culture spread in coffee bars around the world really quickly. At present, the company, in sync with its unique history and values, offers a wide range of automatic and traditional coffee machines for both commercial or home use. It combines state-of-the-art technology, sophisticated design, and professional details to satisfy the needs of all espresso lovers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs its name suggests, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaggia Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of the only truly original home espresso machines. Gaggia was one of the first companies in the world to put their expertise in espresso to putting commercial-grade espresso equipment in the hands of a home barista. Gaggia produced their first home espresso machine in 1977 and has been the leader in the home espresso space ever since. Here's to 50 years of Proper Espresso at Home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith many subtle improvements, Gaggia arrived at an even further refined design that blends the timeless look of the Classic with modern touch and features. It boasts a \u003cstrong\u003edisplay with capacitive buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e, direct access to functions and \u003cstrong\u003e3 backlit toggle switches\u003c\/strong\u003e for a guided and high-quality user experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic Up's lead-free brass boiler combined with the programmable PID ensures precise brewing and steaming temperatures, ever-visible on the live display. Pre-infusion can be set at up to 3 different presets, or switched off altogether.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Up\u003c\/strong\u003e boasts a professional (commercial) stainless steel steam wand, now fully-rotational, armed with a bigger brass boiler for a beefier milk-steam. Velvety milk and microfoam for smarty smart latte art are all part of the deal here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndents in the frame make it easier to remove the water reservoir, while the drip tray has been streamlined with rounded edges that accentuate the contours of the machine. The decompression duct has also received a rubber grip for safer and easier removal. Internally, the brew boiler still features embedded heating elements and is ready to brew in an impressive 5 minutes. Switching to steam takes another sixty seconds, and a quick flush brings you right back to brew temperature. Just like the Classic E24, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaggia Classic Up\u003c\/strong\u003e is surprisingly quiet thanks to improvements to the pump mounting that reduce noise while operating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaggia home espresso machines also have an enormous global community of Gaggia Lovers. From user tips and advice to mods and upgrades, there is a world of Gaggia to get involved in! Whether you want a simple easy to use machine or you are a coffee-curious home barista who wants to go down the rabbit hole of espresso-making, the \u003cstrong\u003eGaggia Classic Up \u003c\/strong\u003eis versatile enough to suit just about anyone from first-timer to advanced!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo Be Best Kitted out for Your\u003cstrong\u003e Gaggia Classic Up\u003c\/strong\u003e experience - dare to indulge in \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" title=\"Presso\" href=\"https:\/\/latteart.co.za\/collections\/presso\"\u003ePresso's Specialty Espresso Accessories and Grinders.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGaggia Classic Up Features \u0026amp; Specifications :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"product-info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wysiwyg no-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58mm Brass Brew Group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58mm Stainless Steel Portafilter\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 PIDs: 1 for brewing and 1 for steam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogic Brew gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" colored TFT Display with shot timer included and clear graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional stainless-steel steam wand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality brushed stainless steel body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e~2.1L removable water reservoir for easy filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e~0.12l brass boiler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003cspan\u003eStainless-steel tamper with logo and black plastic handle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIncludes 3 Filters : 1 traditional double filter (18g); 1 traditional single filter (up to 11g); 1 blind filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 2 Removable drip trays : \u003cspan\u003e1 regular in black plastic with red line and 1 lower in black plastic with logo + stainless-steel grid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy operation - just plug in \u0026amp; brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x H x D): \u003cspan\u003e20 X 36 X 27 cm\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 230V \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 1200W \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarmup time: ~ 4mins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Year carry-in warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section\" id=\"shopify-section-product-template\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ProductSection-product-template\" class=\"product-template__container page-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Damage incurred on any item due to poor water quality\/power surges\/load shedding and\/or the likes are not covered by factory warranties\/guarantees, and cover for such instances are for personal\/home\/business insurance cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"betterrecs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"betterrecs-products betterrecs-purpose-product\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Gaggia","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel","offer_id":56908456263846,"sku":"GCUPSS","price":17995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":56908456296614,"sku":"GCUPB","price":17995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/4376\/5306\/files\/bundlerphoto_70647__2000px.webp?v=1785925948","url":"https:\/\/latteart.co.za\/products\/gaggia-classic-up-espresso-machine","provider":"Latte Art Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}