I used to make it a point to stop at Dunkin’ 2-3 times a week. One might say it’s my guilty pleasure and I miiiight be addicted. I just never could quite re-create the smooth goodness of a “good iced coffee” from DD at home. That all recently changed when I received the best gift ever– a latte and cappuccino maker! I’ve been making hot and iced lattes and even started drinking iced machtas! Yes, that green drink is actually pretty good and has a lot of health benefits.
It’s been about a month with my new coffee maker and I finally feel like I can spill the tea… and well, coffee… (Can you tell I spend a lot of time with teenagers by this dialect??)
Why do I love this specific coffee maker oh so much? Where do I begin?! Here’s my list:
1. I am a Keurig user because I’m the only coffee drinker at my house. Since this is a Keurig machine, I am still able to use ALL of my K-cups (and of course I have a ton of types and flavors).
2. You can use regular coffee K-cups to make a “shot” similar to espresso because of the strength of the brew. I also bought these espresso K-cups for lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos. They’re truly the best coffee and make the best “coffee shop cup.”
3. The built in frother has cold and hot options. The milk or cream you’re frothing for your drink is cooled or heated to make for the perfect iced or warm beverage.
4. You can make a regular cup of coffee too.
5. I can actually make a good ICED coffee or latte. (I loved iced drinks most and rarely drink hot coffee).
6. It’s easy to use. The frother even has fill lines to assist with how much milk to add for specific types of drinks.
This Cafe Coffee Maker is available at Target (special edition chrome nickel/pictured in my kitchen) and on Amazon (black version) and I promise you it’s worth the price. What do you need to go with it? Well, you’re definitely going to want some almond milk if you’re into that. Milk can bother my belly, so I go with frothed “Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk” in my drinks. I sometimes add just a splash of my favorite creamer for flavor. You obviously can use regular milk too!
You will need your favorite K-cups. And I’m 100% recommending these espresso pods for macchiato, cappuccino, and latte lovers! I also like these Machta pods. I ordered some from trumachta also and am just waiting for then to come in so I can try them out. I will update on which one is better. Just an FYI, I’ve learned machta is priiiicy.
Oh, and maybe a little cinnamon and whipped cream for the days you want to splurge.. 😉 Because, unfortunately, donuts are not included.
Cheers ♡ ,
Ash
PS. I’ve been digging StitchFix lately. This Vince Camuto poncho top was picked for me by my stylist (and friend ♡), Mary. They also have a brand new option to “shop” on the app and I’ve gotten some really great pieces. I have so many fun outfits to wear on our upcoming trip to Texas!
Want $50 in clothing for free?! Here’s my link to $50 off your first StitchFix box (it’s usually $25). For more info, read this blog post.
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