Hamilton Beach 65117 Eclectrics All-Metal Retro Drink Mixer, Licorice
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Hamilton BeachBrand: Hamilton Beach
Model: 65117
Color: Licorice
Product features:
- 2-speed die-cast metal drink mixer powered by precision motor
- Durable commercial-grade stainless-steel spindle with 2 agitators
- Folds air into shakes as it mixes; tilt-back head for easy removal of cup
- Includes stainless-steel dishwasher-safe mixing cup with 28-ounce capacity
- Measures approximately 5 by 7 by 16 inches; 3-year warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Hamilton Beach 65117 Eclectrics All-Metal Retro Drink Mixer, Licorice
Customer Review: Used the original for 20 years and this item is EXCELLENT
Summary: 4 Stars
When I was 11 years old (or so), Mom and Dad gave me a Hamilton Beach Drinkmaster (or as we called it, the "frappe machine"). We had frappes and cake that year for my party. Last year we had french toast and cake. How things have changed!
Through the years, that machine served up the most delicious black-and-white and mocha frappes, the best mixed pancake batter, and for the past 5 or 6 years, has made me a relatively healthy breakfast of a soy milk and protein smoothie made with lowfat sugar free ice cream (my waist has gotten bigger since I was a teenager). I was ecstatic when someone gave me a new cup for it that held 28 oz rather than a measly 16 oz.
After 23 years, this thing, my daily staple, the most used device in my kitchen, decided to mix its last frappe. When the motor stopped a profound sadness came over me. It was the first time my kitchen was silent in the morning and it seemed just so empty. I'm so grateful for this present I received so many years ago. And for the memories it has mixed since then.
Because I could not survive without this seemingly useless mixer, I decided to do some research and found the upgraded version in the Eclectrics line.
Pros:
- Mixes evenly with the double spindle
- Very quiet (comparatively)
- Looks fantastic (black and chrome)
- Heavy, solid construction
Cons:
- Spindle cannot be removed
Because the only drawback to the machine is the lack of a removable spindle, I gave the product four stars (would have been five if this design feature was incorporated). I did find a use for my old cup by filling it up with water whenever I mix a shake, and then switching out the cups to clean the spindle.
Great product, very happy with its performance.
Description of Hamilton Beach 65117 Eclectrics All-Metal Retro Drink Mixer, Licorice
All metal Stainless steel mixing spindle and cup Commercial grade spindle has 2 agitators for thorough mixing Dishwasher safe cup Tilt-back head for easy removal of cup 2 speeds powered by precision motorStand Mixers
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