La Sorrentina
Domestic coffee machine makers
Bezzera | ECM | Vibiemme | Diadema | Bosch | Nuova Simonelli | La Spaziale | La Sorrentina | Expobar
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| Mid–twentieth–century Milan designer Giordano Robbiati achieved a spiritual union between form and function when he devised a new type of coffee maker in the late 1940’s. Loved around the world, Robbiati’s patented coffee machine is a classic design of the ‘Atomic Age’(1945–1960).Known simply as the ATOMIC it truly embodies the explosive energy and creativity of the post-war era of 20th Century Italian coffee machine design. The original design was later improved on but the high cost of hand production methods and changing markets saw the end of these historical Atomic coffee machine manufacturers in the mid 1980′s. Today’s atomic coffee machine is called “La Sorrentina”. It is the result of close collaboration between Ikon Exports in Australia and the Bellman Company in Taiwan. The goal was to produce a new coffee maker worthy of the vintage Atomics. A love of fine coffee and reverence for the beauty and functionality of the original design united these companies in this endeavor. The new La Sorrentina brand coffee machines are manufactured to the same specifications and dimensions as early Italian made Atomic’s that date from the mid 1950′s, and most parts are interchangeable.
In keeping with the original design only the best materials are used to make “La Sorrentina” coffee machines. Each machine is hand assembled and tested to ensure perfection. “La Sorrentina” replacement parts are compatible with many vintage Atomic coffee machines. Each “La Sorrentina” machine is a truly wonderful coffee maker that will last a life–time with a minimum of care. You can easily produce from 2 to 6 espresso sized ‘shots’ and quickly froth and heat milk for delicious cappuccinos, etc . Ideal for the home and travel “La Sorrentina” Coffee Machines works perfectly on Gas and Electric stoves (can be used on induction stoves with an adaptor plate). Be amongst the first to experience this modern version of the iconic Atomic design. |
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