Quick Mill Andreja Premium Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine Overview

Every now and again you find an espresso machine that just seems to get it all right. The Andreja Premium is one of our favorite machines in the semi-automatic semi-commercial class because it does just that. Some may point to the beautiful exterior of heavy weight polished stainless wrapping an attractive and well thought out design as a clue to what is found within. Some may focus on the features with dual pressure gauges, steam and hot water - both not always found in these machines, especially with no-burn swivel arms. Some may focus on the commercial quality components throughout such as the legendary E-61 group head, large 1.6L boiler and powerful Ulka Pump. But the most important feature of a semi-commercial or “prosumer” espresso machine is how well it brews espresso and froths milk. This is where the Andreja Premium truly shines – it just gets it right. This is a machine we find ourselves drawn to time and again. When you take a deeper look, it is not wonder why.

Italian Origin
Quick Mill may not sound like a traditional Italian espresso machine manufacturer, but Quick Mill is located in Senago (Milan) Italy and since 1945 has been known internationally for their quality designs and products. The company tag line is “Create per durare nel tempo” which translates to “Made to last for years”. This philosophy certainly explains the quality of components found in the Andreja Premium. An investment in the Andreja Premium is an investment that will last for years.

High-quality stainless steel construction #304
While most subscribe to the adage “you can’t judge a book by its cover”, the rugged stainless steel construction of the Quick Mill Andreja Premium is not only beautiful to behold, but also your fist hint as to the quality found through and through.

E-61 commercial group head
The stuff espresso machine legends are made of. The widely recognized group head is an industry standard.

Dual Pressure Guages:
With both a boiler and a group pressure gauge, you have all of the information you really want to brew a perfect espresso. Many espresso machines provide only a boiler pressure gauge if any at all. While this is helpful for monitoring the state of your machine, the pump pressure gauge is the one that monitors the state of the espresso shot you are pulling. This helpful feedback provided can help you determine whether your grind and tamp are optimum and consistent.

52 Watt Ulka Pump
This powerful pump has brass ends and thermal protection for quiet reliable performance.

No-burn, swiveling stainless steel steam and hot water arms.
Even the experienced Barista can miss the small grip on a typical steam want and touch the hot metal. With no-burn steam and hot water arms, you have a much larger area to grab without getting burned.

Large 1.6 liter vertical insulated the boiler.
The large size provides great thermal stability and powerful steam. The insulation helps retain heat aiding performance and reducing energy costs.

Large capacity easy empty drip tray
Many home machines fall short with the drip tray design. We have see many that are shallow and wide making it easy to overflow and a real balancing act to get to the sink without spilling. The Andreja drip tray design is particularly well thought out. It is deep so it holds plenty of water and slides out easily.

Easy pressure stat access
Adjust the pressure stat without removing the cover to the espresso maker.

Magnetic tank water level sensor.
Unlike micro switches the magnetic water level sensor means quieter operation and no adjustments.

High limit heating element protection with reset
Just press down to reset

Commercial steam and hot water valves.
Longer lasting design

Built-in heat exchanger
(brew coffee and steam milk simultaneously)

Thermo siphon circulation
(maintains consistent brewing temperature)

Available direct-connect kit
This kit includes everything you need to plumb your machine.

Lever-action Semiautomatic
The lever activates the pump for brewing for ease of use. (Not to be confused with a manual lever machine)

Cup warmer
The top surface acts as a cup warmer. The hot water spout makes proper pre heating of heavy ceramic cups a snap.

Specifications:

Boiler: 1.6 liter capacity, insulated vertical
Water reservoir: 3 liter capacity
Drip tray capacity: 46 ounce
Water level control: Automatic
Heating element: 1,400 watts
Width: 11 1/2"
Depth: 17 1/2"
Height top of rail: 15 3/4"
Height Rail Removed: 14 1/2"
Voltage: 110 volt
Amperage: 15 amp
Net Weight: 46 lbs

Included:

Two complete 58 mm portafilters – one for brewing single shots and one for double. The single shot portafilter has one spout and a single shot filter, the double has two spouts and a double shot filter.
Blank for backflushing