Rocket Espresso GIOTTO EVOLUZIONE coffee machine (Back to product)

(Enlarge)     Rocket Espresso GIOTTO EVOLUZIONE coffee machine Evoluzione is the latest and most versatile espresso machine range from Rocket Espresso. IT'S HERE! Date: 12th May 2010 Bella Barista are pleased to introduce the NEW GIOTTO EVOLUZIONE. Now in stock and ready for despatch. The much anticipatced "Closer Look" independent review is probably what you have all been waiting for. Along with the "closer look" 4 week independent test and review, we have included all the current manufacturers details below. We will add more images, as and when we receive them direct from Rocket Espresso. Price: £1,369.00 Special Order « Previous | Next »

Rocket Espresso Giotto Evoluzione

Milan, Italy 2007 the classic Giotto and Cellini machines, get a new lease of life. Jeff Kennedy, an entrepreneurial pioneer of the espresso revolution in New Zealand revives the Giotto brand. Jeff along with Andrew Meo and Daniele Berenbruch, son of Friedrich, resume production of the classic Giotto machine. A new classic is reborn from the founders of Rocket Expresso.

The Giotto Evoluzione pro-suma Coffee Machine is a smaller version of the commercial espresso coffee machine, a professional quality machine, ideal for the coffee enthusiast. Whether used at home, in a small office, or to provide coffee for customers, it not only looks impressive, but functions superbly to make easy work of the entire range of gourmet coffee drinks, such as espresso, cappucino, latte, or mocha. Hot water is always on tap for tea or other hot drinks and steam is always available for foaming milk for that creamy hot chocolate or cappuccino.

Just like its larger commercial cousins the Giotto Evoluzione's large boiler with heat exchanger produces continuous steam and you can draw espresso shots and use steam at any time, without "preparing" the machine first (unlike cheaper coffee machines which need to be switched into steam mode). It can be used as a tanked (pour over) machine or plumbed into the main water supply.

The Giotto Evoluzione has a solid construction, extremely good internal build quality, quality heavy-guage polished stainless steel panels, metal components throughout and features a professional E61 group head (originally developed by Faema) and commercial grade Sirai pressurestat.

Water circulates through the group head and the heat exchanger (thermosyphon), the metal of the group (9lbs of solid brass with chrome plating) helps stabilise the water tempreture as you draw your espresso.

Features and Specification

*Pump / Pressure: Rotary pump, adjustable (factory set to 9 bar)
*Group Head: 1 (Faema E61 type)
*2 Filter Handle(s): For 1 or 2 cups, Internal Diameter 58mm, removable drip tray, cup warmer.
*Construction: Heavy guage steel and stainless steel.
*Boiler / Heater Type: Nickle plated copper with 10mm thick brass ends, Heat Exchanger system (HX). 1200W heating element.
*2 Manometer Gauges: Measures boiler pressure and brew pressure
*UK User Supplement: Detailed guide enabling you to get the best from your Giotto Evoluzione, covering all aspects of operation and routine maintenance
*Warranty: 1 year return to base
*Spares: We carry a comprehensive spares section for the Giotto
*Service Backup: We have trained service engineers for Rocket Espresso Machines

The Rocket Espresso Evoluzione further develops espresso machine design with the addition of a rotary pump.

The rotary pump, combined with the Rocket Espresso 2.9 litre water reservoir system or alternatively the ability to connect this machine range directly to a mains water supply, now delivers a premium domestic espresso machine that is the equal of any commercial espresso machine. Features include externally adjustable pump pressure for fine tuning extraction rates and sirai commercial grade pressure stat’s for greater temperature control and stability. Rocket Espresso completes the evoluzione range using our proven thermo siphon system and nickel plated boiler to enable the barista to produce the finest possible espresso.

Giotto and cellini technical information

Bodywork	Available in Giotto or Cellini body styles. All stainless steel (AISI 304
Brewing head	Commercial brewing head. Weight id 4.05 kg (9 lbs)
Pre-infusion	Dual pre-infusion system: mechanical pre-infusion system with progressively working piston and static pre-infusion chamber. This reflects into smooth coffee extraction with optimum aroma, body and “crema”.
Thermosyphon system	Superior layout of thermosyphon system resulting in optimum extraction. Generously dimensioned. 20% higher volume as with comparable machines on the market.
Boiler	Boiler is made of pure copper (Cu. 99.9%) with a lead free, heavy brass end plate to increase the thermal retention and the steam power by approximately 40% versus other boiler systems. Boiler is nickel plated for protection against copper oxidation. Boiler capacity: 1.8 l.
Pressure control switch	Giotto and Cellini now come with a full size commercially rated pressure switch (0,035°C temperature differential tolerance). Optional for some markets.
Stainless steel steam wand	With our patented cool-touch technology: anti-burn (only the nozzle gets hot); easy cleaning as milk doesn’t bake on wand; more efficient steam, as heat is not dissipated around the wand. Steam nozzle designed for easy milk foaming with fine texture.
Electronically controlled	Microprocessor controlled automatic level control of boiler and fresh water reservoir, with low water level indication warning system.
Pump type	Full commercial rotary type pump (not vibration type pump) with external pump pressure adjustment.
Water supply	2.9L fresh water reservoir or alternatively by turning the control switch, steel braided direct water connection (hard plumbed) with full drip tray drainage system.
Heating	Optimised boiler capacity to thermosyphon system ratio. Results in fast heat up time with 1200 watt element, made from special long life material (5 times longer than normal elements).
Safety Valve	Fully certified commercially rated safety valve.
Dimensions (W x D X H)	33 x 42.5 x 35 cm. Weight: 23kg (46.3 lbs) Cellini – 30 cm wide
Additionally	Full size commercial one and two cup filter handles, and baskets. Full training guide and instructions.