When it comes to coffee, my husband and I have two very different tastes. He prefers an iced frappe all the time while my preferences change depending on my mood, the weather, or the time of day. Plain old coffee is usually reserved for the mornings, but when I want to relax and indulge, I love a frothy cappuccino or chai latte. I use to send my husband out on coffee runs, but those were only weekly indulgences because coffee house favorites can get pricey real quick.
Then I met the Keurig Rivo. The famous coffee maker company that we have all grown to love for their quick and fresh one cup coffee machines have now expanded into gourmet java varieties that will impress even the pickiest coffee drinkers. The Keurig Rivo brews espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos, all within minutes and from the comfort of your home. That coffee that once cost you about $6 now costs a fraction of that, and your tastebuds will enjoy every minute of the homemade deliciousness.
I have to admit- when I took the Keurig Rivo out of the box, I was a little intimidated. There were unrecognizable pieces. The smaller coffee pods and coffee pod drop system which hides away used pods threw me for a loop. I waited until my husband came home and handed him directions to the new member taking it’s spot on our counter top. After a quick look through the instructions, my husband had the Keurig Rivo set up and ready to go. It takes a lot to impress my husband, and the Rivo definitely has a wow factor to someone who didn’t know it was so easy to make your favorite coffee house concoctions at home.
First up- an iced espresso. My husband likes to get to the point when it comes to coffee. He wants his caffeine fix and he wants it now. No need to dress it up in froth or flavors. A simple push of a button and he has his drink in hand and ready to pack a punch.
Me, on the other hand, I want to be seduced by my coffee. It has to excite my tastebuds and be worthy of my time out. I opted for a cappuccino with a little sugar and topped with cinnamon. The Keurig Rivo went to work, first brewing my espresso and then frothing my milk until it was whipped into the most perfect bubbly goodness. A spoonful of sugar in the coffee and it was ready to marry the fluffy white bubbles in a single cup that would impress me like no other – only because I made it myself, at home, and it didn’t cost me much.
Well, if I can make a cappuccino, surely I can make a chai tea latte- one of my favorite winter drinks. My husband calls is potpourri because it smells like a fall harvest table, but he just can’t appreciate all those spicy flavors that come together to create a heavenly drink.
First I brewed plain hot water from the Rivo. No pod required. I popped in a packet of Tazo chai and went to work on the foam. Within minutes my chai tea latte was complete and again, I was left speechless. This drink that normally costs me $4.50 at a coffee house was made for under $1. And I didn’t even have to put a bra on to get it!
If you love the taste of something different when it comes to coffee, explore the Keurig Rivo. For someone who enjoys coffee house specialties, this is the brewer for you. Don’t forget- Mother’s Day and Father’s Day is coming up. Consider a Keurig Rio for that coffee lover in your life. The Keurig Rivo retails for $199.99 and can be purchased directly from Keurig, Amazon, or Bed Bath and Beyond.
I totally need one of these! I have the traditional Keurig but I really like making specialty drinks and this looks perfect for doing just that!
I love a good chai tea latte so much! I think it’s awesome that you switch your hot drinks around according to taste. This machine looks fun and versatile!
WOW–I had no idea that Keurig made this kind of coffee maker–I would love to make lattes in my kitchen-we have the old style–may have to get this new one!
No way! That is a lovely machine. 🙂 Keurig was a brilliant invention to start with and it just keeps getting better. 🙂
I have had the Platinum brewer for a few years now. Would love to have my hands on one of these new Keurigs!
This Keurig is gorgeous and I love the Keurig that I have and love making delicious coffee drinks. I would love to get one of these for my birthday!
I want one of this :)))