Can't I just use my vitamix and regular coffee machines to make the frappes? Why do I need this machine?
1957908
You probably could use a vitamixer. To be honest, I don't really like this machine bc the lid fits funny- I've exchanged it for another one and still have the same problem. My brother has a vitamixer and says it makes everything. You could probably even use a regular blender and just add ice, creamer, Baileys, and already brewed coffee.
1957909
Coffee machines don't take ice it needs a blender to do the frappe part of the drink. You would have to do the coffee part in the coffee maker And then transfer it over to a blender and put all the blending stuff in there. Where as this machine does it all in one.
1957910
Sure. The Vitamix costs probably five times as much. This is much more cost effective if all you want a machine for is the frappes.
1957911
You can; the Vitamix is fantastic. I've been using my Mr. Coffee Frappe Maker because it was a gift, and it is smaller- just the right size for my daily Shakeology. It does a great job. Can't really add spinach, though. It is not like a Vitamix or Nutribullet that are designed to liquefy the greens.
1082874
I don't. Afte using a variety of coffee makers, I switched to a Tassimo and actually upgraded to another Tassimo. Since you are actually buying the discs you use, if you are on a budget this might not be a great choice. But it provides great tasting coffee every day.
882077
Do you mean to use only half of the recipe? If that is the question, I'll ask you a question, which is why would you want to dirty the machine for only half of the product? I've always made a full recipe and put half in the freezer for later. The frozen frappe takes only a few minutes at room temperature to come back to its slushy goodness.
1890812
We do not have the exact recipe you are requesting, however, you can find quite a few different recipes on our website by visiting the link below:http://www.mrcoffee.com/specialty-brewers/mr.-coffee-cafe-frappe/BVMC-FM1.html
2017472
not exactly. It is to make espresso. I comes with a frother for the possible latte.
2234850
It is instant coffee! You can use a cup of hot water and just mix it with sugar. You can shake it in a shaker (a small amount of water and a normal portion of coffee/sugar) and make your frappe! You can do whatever with this thing :)
417395
I have used mine for making rawfood mornig shakes that include frozen fruit and seeds -- sometimes kale. It works very well. The Vitamix I have is the only one I've tried, but it is a great product, and I assume the less expensive ones would work as well. When you look at less expensive models, read the product description carefully. I would think they should describe the capabilities of the machine.
1950155
Caft? I never heard the word, looked it up: no results. AS for the machine: It broke, it just stopped working and then the espresso exploded (!) for no reason. Just don't buy it, You will be so much better off buying the cheap standalone espresso maker and a separate coffee maker.
1708009
Use Starbucks coffee, an espresso machine with a steamer (though I use a French Press and microwave my milk), 2 squirts of DaVinci syrup, and you have it!
1796158
I'm pretty sure you can, since the Vitamix itself can heat up the contents if you run it for about 5 - 6 minutes. And there's a video of a Vitamix representive himself pouring boiling water into it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYqbXoke-F4 At about 14:50.
1998035
You can do the espresso pods like the other users have said and in a pinch if you have the frother it can heat up the milk for you as well. It will also do a full cup of coffee (with the right pods) if you like that.
1843072
I am not exactly sure what you mean. 95% of the reason I wanted this machine was for espressos but on occasion when I do make something else, I portion my milk for a single use application depending on what I am making... When you figure it out I would love to know how you went about making a cordadito though?
2017473
This machine does not make regular coffee, so you still need to keep that machine, it makes great espressos and cappuccinos when you're in the mood for that.
547242
No, if you put instant coffee in any machine it will probably ruin it. You need the fine ground coffee or expresso :)
1323752
No, you need to use the Nespresso capsules as the machine reads the bar codes on the capsules in order to brew the proper size cup. Also, the machine and the capsules are worth every penny. Best coffee i've had in quite some time.
1094449
Not at all. This machine makes great froth. It will explain it all in the instructions. I love this machine and it just took me less than four minutes to make myself a latte, after work. I do use the Starbucks Via coffee thought and find it really easy to use. Even connoisseurs of a good latte, cannot tell the difference. Do use skim milk though, for the best froth.Good luck with giving your gift. They are lucky people.Regards, Dale.
1875573
You can only use the little pods. It will make espresso or regular coffee. It's great and no clean up time!