The New Gaggia Platinum Range - Main Features
The main features of the New Gaggia Platinum range of supre automatic bean to cup espresso machines are described below, not all features are available on all models, please see the product comparison table for details.
Espresso Plus
A Gaggia exclusive feature that allows you to control the body and intensity of any coffee blend, from a mild espresso to strong one, simply select your preference by turning the dial at the front of the brewing group.
Milk Island Compatible
The Milk Island (optional extra) is the latest answer from Gaggia to quick and easy milk frothing. The milk island is connected to the coffee machine and becomes part of the steam system. Just pour the milk in the jug, turn the steam knob and the machine does the rest producing creamy or frothy milk, perfectly made for a perfect cappuccino. The Milk Island can be cleaned easily and it has a total capacity of 0.4 litres
Ceramic Burr Grinder
The integral grinder for the espresso range uses ceramic burrs which grind the espresso more quietly, give a more consistent grind giving you more control over the intensity and body of your coffee and last longer than traditional metal burrs. The amount of coffee residue is substantially reduced leaving your cup cleaner and the espresso good to the last.
Touch Lift Drip Tray
The drip tray can be easily raised or with a simple touch, adjusting the height to fit your favourite cup. This is either electrically operated or manually adjustable depending on model.
Bypass Coffee Doser
The Bypass Doser allows a dose of pre-ground coffee to be used for the next brew instead of the automatic bean hopper. This feature is perfect for easily and simply switching between normal and decaf espresso or when sampling different coffees.
Removable Water Tank
The large 1.7 litre water tank is easily removable from the side of the machine allowing it to be easily and quickly refilled or cleaned.
Removable Brewing Group
The brewing unit is simply and easily removed from the machine for easy cleaning. Then is quickly snapped back into place.
Tall cup tray
The Tall cup tray on the Platinum range means the largest coffee cups can easily be accommodated.
Integrated cup warmer
All models have a large integrated cup warmer to preheat the cups for perfect espresso. This is either active (electrically heated) or passive (heated by the boiler) depending on the model.
Robust Construction
All models in the Platinum range have a stainless steel frame and front panel making for a durable, sturdy and long lasting espresso machine.
Aqua Prima Water Filter
All models are compatible with the Aqua Prima Water filter which clips in to the bottom of the water tank allowing the convenience of refilling from the tap with the advantages of filtered water in your espresso and reducing lime scale build up.
Simple Control Systems
All machines are equipped with a simple to use control system, varying from the LCD touch screen on the Vision to the Analogic control system on the Event. All are effective and simple to use allowing the espresso to be brewed automatically as you like it.
Rapid Steam
Using Twin Boiler technology Rapid steam allows the espresso machine to switch between producing the correct temperature water for brewing the perfect Espresso to producing steam for milk frothing.

