Soymilk Maker - SoyQuick Automatic Soy Milk Maker SDZ-4 Review

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(More customer reviews)February 17 2006
I did some research online and read people's review then decided to buy this soy milk machine. I know all the time that soy is very good to people's health especially for women so I had great expectation that this thing would work out. I ordered online from their own website and got it after 1 week. It was much bigger that I had imagined. Back in China, my mom used to use a handy soymaker. Anyway, I used it 3 times and it was good. Just that the soymilk didn't taste as fully cooked. Also washing the machine is a bit complicated since the head (where the electric parts are)is undetachable from the grinding part. So you need to hold the heavy head when washing the grinding part. You need to be very careful not to splash water onto the head. It's a bit tricky.
At the 4th usage, it only heated up without grinding at all so we pretty much harvest whole boiled beans. I called the company to fix it but they said I have to pay the mailing. Even though I found online that they have a retailer in my city but they insisted that I mail it back. Also if I still decide to return it later after fixing it, the 30 day warranty won't be extended. It still starts from the date of purchase, not from the date after you fix it. So I decided to return it for refund anyway. I paid $20+ for the mailing.
Another thing I found out about the manual is that, there is inconsitency among different language versions. One version says "push the grind button 3 times", the other versions says "push the grind button 4 times". I don't know which one to follow.
It's quite a lesson to learn. Well, I'll have to look for my soy machine again. I didn't the machine from Amazon so I wouldn't know if the experience would be different if I did.
March 21, 2006
This is a follow up of my previous review for this soymilk maker. I returned the machine and wrote the review here in February. The supervisor of the customer service called me after he saw the online review. He said according to their policy, in case the machine is broken, they should pay for the shipping. The lady who handled my case has worked there for 1+ year but was oblivious of this policy. He also offered to give me a completely new machine with 2 year warranty as a compliment. Well, I tried the new machine out and it is working good. Now I've got the refund for the previous machine as well as the $20 shipping. I guess I should give them a second chance of proving themselves.

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Make delicious fresh organic milks for just pennies per quart using the easy to operate, fully automatic SoyQuick Soymilk Maker! It makes fresh soymilk, rice milk, almond milk, oat milk, raw milks and more in just 13-15 minutes! The SoyQuick Soymilk Maker has been rated #1 over all other soymilk maker brands on the market! With a history of over 16 years in product development, the SoyQuick is well tested, and is trusted by many families. The SoyQuick Soymilk Maker is the best choice when it comes to quality and performance. When comparing the SoyQuick to similar machines, you will see great differences in craftsmanship and manufacturing quality. Kitchen's Best guarantees that SoyQuick manufacturing is a step above other machines in the market today. The SoyQuick Soymilk Maker is a milk maker that performs with excellence! Features include: boil-over protection, programming options to suit your needs, soft audio finish alert, power indicator light, a microprocessor control using Motorola CPU, a high quality seamless stainless steel jug with non-drip pour spout, large 1.6 quart capacity, and a laser perforated stainless steel filter cup. Included in your package is a deluxe cleaning kit, a long detachable cord, a recipe guide, a deluxe multi-lingual support manual with instructions in English, French, Spanish, and Chinese, and a soybean starter package. Easy to clean and easy to use-the SoyQuick Soymilk Maker provides a way for families to incorporate tasty organic milks into their diet and to bring true freshness and substantial savings into their home. Kitchen's Best feels so strongly about making sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. That's why we want to make sure that you can purchase hassle free with our 90 day unconditional guarantee! Unbeatable customer service and support is our priority. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service team at 1-888-769-5433 Monday to Friday between 8:30am to 4:30pm PST.

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NEW 2009 Soy, Almond and Rice Milk Maker - SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker 930P (6 Machines) Review

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(More customer reviews)"I LOVE my new SoyQuick Premier Milk Make 930P!! The name "SOYQUICK" says it all. This machine is quick and wow, the milk is delicious. It does not compare to the commercial milk I was buying. I am blown away and highly recommend it!! My Kids love the nut milk that I make for them for hot chocolate and I use the soymilk in their cereal for breakfast. I am really happy to be able to make so many different types of healthy milks. One of the extra pluses for me is that I have made a "Green" choice by not having to buy tetra-pak milk anymore. For our family this appliance was a perfect fit."

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SoyQuick's "Revolutionary leap in milk making technology" makes the 930P Premier Milk Maker simple to use and quicker than ever to clean up!You've never seen a more versatile, yet easy to use machine as this one.Make smooth, flavorful beverages for only pennies per gallon! SoyQuick's 930P Premier Milk Maker's revolutionary technology out performs conventional soymilk makers and delivers up to 40% more efficiency.

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NEW Soymilk Maker - SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker 930P Review

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(More customer reviews)Though I've made nut milks by hand for years, I've never had a soy milk maker before so I have no comparison with using other home milk makers. I have however been drinking commercial soy milk since before the major companies figured out the 180 degree process and got rid of the bitter flavor - so I know what soy milk tastes like when that's done wrong! Urk!
I can say for sure that the 930P does what it should - keeps the soy beans at 180 degrees F for the whole grinding and cooking process. It's easy to set up, a snap to clean (truly takes 2 minutes) and is totally simple to use. It makes soy, rice, nut and mungbean milks perfectly. The soy milk tastes clean and fresh - and like soy beans :D
So many people seem to get a soy milk maker and want the soy milk to taste like what you drink in the store. For that, you have to add what they add to commercial milk: sugar, salt, vanilla, calcium, vitamins A and D, carrageen/guar gum and various other possibilities. I like the straight soy milk, but my kids want something more familiar and I wanted soymilk that I could use as creamer in my tea, so I've been working with various recipes to get as close to their familiar Soy Dream as possible.
My closest attempt so far:
*1/2 cup soy beans, soaked over night and de-skinned (crush and rub the soybeans, the skins will collect in the water above the beans to remove)
*1/3 cup of millet (this does 2 things - gives that thicker creamier feel and a light sweet taste)
Put these in the Soy Quick and make milk according to the Soymilk setting. When done, strain through the strainer and then strain again through a permanent coffee filter (I really do recommend this second straining - the wire mesh included strainer is great, but anyone used to commercial soymilk expects absolutely no particulate. It's an extra 5 bucks and well worth it.). Now add:
*1/4 cup of brown sugar (we like brown, it may be way too strong for others though)
*1/2 tsp of salt
*1/2 tsp vanilla
*(calcium carbonate if you want it - provides calcium, but also gives that heavy creamy after-taste you are familiar with from commercial soy milk)
Stir and let cool. Refrigerate in an air-tight container.
I want to try barley malt as sweetener - I think it would give an even better flavor than brown sugar for the kids :)
I have also made mung bean milk (a nice addition to other milks at about a 1:3 ratio - it has good medicinal qualities), hazelnut milk and almond milk. They all turn out great! I particularly like hazelnut milk and think it makes great smoothies. I would love to try ice cream made from hazelnut milk!
A word to the wise - almond milk is probably the easiest transition for anyone who is used to commercial milks. You don't have to add much of anything to get it tasting like something familiar :)

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SoyQuick's "Revolutionary leap in milk making technology" makes the 930P Premier Milk Maker simple to use and quicker than ever to clean up! You've never seen a more versatile, yet easy to use machine as this one. Make smooth, flavorful beverages for only pennies per gallon! The SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker is more than just a soymilk maker, with its Grind Right TechnologyTM, the machine can make any type of milk, perfectly! Get amazing results with any type of rice; nuts, like almonds or hazelnuts; grains, like oats, millet, or wheat groats; and mung beans. You can also add dates, raisins, coconut, sesame or flax seeds, coffee or vanilla beans, and cranberries to your milks for more unique flavours. The possibilities are truly endless!The SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker's precise programming ensures maximum performance. The 930P's Grind Right TechnologyTM is programmed to achieve A Perfect Grind Every TimeTM! The SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker is up to 40% more efficient than other milk makers on the market, resulting in very little waste. The SoyQuick Refreshing Rice Milk Recipe offers a 99% yield, with no pulp waste!Designed with easy cleaning in mind, the new filter-less design of the SoyQuick Premier Milk Maker creates a superior milk making experience from start to end. Since the SQ930P does not have a filter cup, cleaning is easy and is done in 30 seconds or less! Rinse and quickly scrub the heating element and grinding cover, clean the jug, wipe the machine head with a damp cloth and you're done! That's it! It couldn't be any easier!Kitchens' Best feels so strongly about making sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. That's why we want to make sure that you can purchase hassle free with our 90 day unconditional guarantee! Unbeatable customer service and support is our priority.

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New 2010 - Samson 6 in 1 Juicer (Advanced) - GB9004 White - 15 Year Warranty Review

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(More customer reviews)This juicer is fantastic. I only have those huge juicebar types vs. the little shredder 99$ ones to compare it too, and it blows them both away. A juicebar type omega would be nice if I ... owned a juice bar. But I'm just juicing for two at the most and this little 8 hp baby does the trick. The automatic shut off is a great feature for someone who likes to burn appliances up trying to 'do frozen' because I'm impatient, but I've only managed to kill this one once, with too much frozen corn- I was making Thai fish cakes.
It does not shred to juice, it twists to squeeze out the precious fluid and the hopper lets you control how much 'pulp' aka fiber you want in your juice. I love the engine purr and the squeak of kale as it's pushed through, I just wish I had a black or red one! haha This is a good price for a well warranted product, a great design, easy to clean up (though I don't know about a minute flat or whatever), I usually just rinse the pieces as I take it apart before I even drink my juice.
I primarily use it for juicing vegetables, and while it's tough I still cut my carrots into the size I would give a kid for veggie sticks, broccoli, beets too, the harder veggies need to be sliced up a bit, but i stuff celery whole down the chute, chunks of cabbage, ginger, kale... I will be making nut butter with it, and sausage if I can cope with the skin *shudder*
I love to use the pulp in veggie burgers, extra fiber in meatloaf, carrot cake, makes awesome compost and you can even throw some nuts on top of the dry pulp (run it through twice, sure!), dates, olive oil and have a salad later. Mix it into homemade dog food! No reason just to throw it away...
I can't wait to use my Samson juicer tomorrow morning, just talking about it.
TEN STARS
Pasta, pate, sorbets, spice grinding, and I hear they have a new nozzle for making oil!! I'm getting one...
The only thing that comes close to a hassle is the juicing screen (which does not spin, it's a little stationary cone inside the plastic nozzle that you can trade out for a solid cone for pate, etc). I figured out quickly though that using the little brush (toothbrushs work well when the bristles finally wore down) on the INSIDE of the screen first, then going around the outside of the screen in circular motions is most effective, under a little running water. Everything else if you don't clean it right away (which would be silly) or are running meat through it, can be put in the dishwasher!
I have an older model that looks exactly the same, 10 yr instead of 15 warranty, and they say they've improved some of the pieces.. I can't imagine it being more perfect though!


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The Samson brand of juicers has made their mark in the juicing industry for their well known versatility as a Multi-purpose Single Auger juicer. Juicing three and half times more juice with less waste from the same amount of food compared to other juicers, the Samson 6 in 1 juicer juices hard and soft fruits and vegetables, leafy greens and even wheatgrass with ease!Samson's New Advanced 6 in 1 Juicer (GB9003, 9004, 9005 and 9006) offers all of the same benefits of the GB9001 and more! The Samson's low 80RPM preserves living juice enzymes and easily juices everything under the sun, minces, grinds, makes pasta, ice cream and even extracts oil from nuts and seeds using the optional Oil Extractor Kit. The juicers quick lock style allows for easy assembly and disassembly and easy cleaning making it both practical and hassle-free!With new FDA approved GE Ultem technology, the auger and juicing screen is now 8 times stronger than the previous design, increasing the efficiency of the juicer providing you with many years of great tasting fresh and healthy juice. Along with Samson's new technological advances, the juicer is now available in black, white, almond and chrome.Samson's Advanced 6 in 1 Juicer includes a new 15 year warranty on the motor and operational parts. Kitchen's Best feels strongly about making sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. Feel confident with your hassle-free purchase and remember our 90 day unconditional guarantee! Unbeatable customer service and support is our priority.

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Champion Juicer G5-NG853S-WHITE Household Juicer Review

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(More customer reviews)I got my Champion Juicer about 15 years ago, and LOVED it. It is a well made and versatile workhorse that does everything from grinding grain to making peanut butter. However do not be fooled by the new machines. They look the same, but the interior configuration is different. It does not work the way it is supposed to, and the company doesn't care.
Several years after I got my juicer, my mother-in-law wanted to get a better juicer than the centrifigual one she already had. Upon MY advice, she gave away her old, reliable juicer and bought a Champion. I was shocked that the motor sounded loose and rattly, and the pulp came out wet and drippy. Hardly any juice came out. It was obviously a piece of junk that was either broken, or poor quality, or both.
I called Whole Foods, where it was purchased, and they said that they did not offer any warranties on their juicers. They advised me to contact Champion directly. When I called the Champion company, the person who answered the phone was rude and defensive. She said that they had "upgraded" the unit, and that the noise simply reflected the "better" motor. She flatly denied that the machine could possibly be defective, and she said that the company policy does not allow refunds. She claimed that we must be doing something wrong - it didn't matter that I already owned one and knew how it was supposed to work. My only choice was to ship this extremely heavy machine back to California (AT MY OWN EXPENSE), or accept it as is!
So my unfortunate mother-in-law had given away her good juicer, and was stuck with one that barely worked. It languished in her cupboard for a long time, unused. Now, several years later, she is caring for a sick family member, and desperately needs fresh juice. We lugged it out, thinking that it was better than nothing, but when we plugged it in today, it wouldn't even turn on. The machine is totally dead, and she did not even get a single full glass of juice from it! Of course, the company claims that "nothing is wrong with the machine".
My suggestion is that if you want a good juicer, buy an Omega, or purchase a used Champion that is more than 15 years old.


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The Champion Household Juicer is designed for continuous heavy-duty juicing of Fruits and Vegetables. In addition the Champion can make coconut milk, baby foods, fruit sauces, nut butters, ice creams, and sherbets. This juicer is not ideal for leafy greens and wheatgrass. The floating cutter is designed to separate the juice from the pulp all in one continuous operation with little to no intermittent cleaning. Generally the Champion Household model is used when one is juicing less than 12 ounces of juice daily. Powered by a full 1/3 horsepower, heavy-duty motor, the Champion Juicer is powerful, durable, and built to last. All juicer parts are made from 100% FDA accepted nylon and stainless steel. Heavy duty front and rear ball bearing installation for smoother running, maximum R.P.M.'S. Added winding capacity increases starting torque and allows the motor to run cooler increasing the durability factor and performance under heavy use conditions.

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OMEGA 8003 WHEAT GRASS MULTIPURPOSE ELECTRIC JUICER/FOOD PROCESSOR/PASTA EXTRUDER Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this juicer at least partially out of curiosity. I've had a Champion 25+ years, an Acme for 20, and Breville, L'Equip and Omega centrifugal juicers.
The problem with these centrifugals is that they are awful for leafy greens. The Champion will do leafy greens okay, but I was interested in higher yield. Plus, I do enjoy a shot of wheatgrass and the Champion won't do it at all.
I looked at both twin-gear and single-auger types. Twin-gear juicers are still being developed, so I ended up single-auger. After watching the TriBest infomercial demonstrated by some babe who acted like she was on cocaine, I went to Omega. My Omega centrifugal works flawlessly. I purchased the 8003 over the 8005 or 8006 because I like white appliances.
The 8003 is heavier than it appears in photos. However, it is quite compact, smaller than my Champion. Assembly is quite simple; the auger housing, auger, screen and end cone fit logically and the locking wheels are able to be operated with wet hands. As stated by another reviewer, the feed tube is not large; if one wants to drop whole pieces of fruit in this isn't the juicer for you. This is by far the quietest juicer I've owned.
No, where this juicer excels is with leafy greens. It will happily chomp its way through any green one wants. Unlike the Champion, stringy greens such as celery won't accidentally get wound around the auger. The trick with this juicer is to let the slow-turning auger feed at its own speed, helped with the pusher. BTW if anyone wants to see this juicer in action, go to YouTube and there are several excellent demos. I can run several carrots at a time through the big-mouth Breville; not on this juicer. However, of course, the Breville won't do leafy greens as this one does!
The downside to a white juicer is that carrots and beets can stain. Doesn't bother me, but if that could be a problem, buy the chrome finish one with black peripherals.
I know there has been a model 8006 introduced recently with an auger that's supposed to be several times harder than the melamine one used here. For ~$125 more, I don't see the benefit. I expect the price on the 8006 will drop when the novelty wears off.
If one wants to juice carrots, apples, and other firm fruit, a centrifugal will probably be the juicer of choice. I still use mine for these. However, if one wants to increase leafy greens in one's diet, one of these will definitely fill the bill.

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Black & Decker JE2200B 400-Watt Fruit and Vegetable Juice Extractor with Custom Juice Cup Review

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(More customer reviews)The first thing you should keep in mind is that it is one of the lowest price juice extractors out there. It's true that it has a small feed chute and that does mean that you have to cut up your veggies and take your time. The negative criticisms about this machine not being good for "continuous feed" and making too much pulp are most likely the result of trying to jam too much into it at one time. It even says in the owner's manual that if you are making carrot juice, put in only one piece at a time and go slowly. I cut my pieces so that the weight of the plunger is usually enough to push them through and I get great results. You just have to take your time and realize that this is a low-cost machine made for fairly light use, and you will enjoy it. Also keep in mind that if you clean it immediately, everything pretty much rinses off except the basket, which usually requires some help from a sponge. If you are in a hurry or plan to be a heavy user, spend more money and get a heavy-duty machine, but I find it to be fine for my occasional home use.

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Skip the juice bar and get all your favorite fresh juices right from your counter. With 400 watts of power and a stainless steel cutter and strainer, you can juice all your favorite fruits and vegetables. The large, integrated pulp container takes up less counter space, while a custom juice cup mades serving easy. All this, plus slip-resistant feet and dishwasher-safe parts that made cleanup a snap.

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Waring JEX328 Pro Juice Extractor Review

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(More customer reviews)My understanding is that there are basically 3 types of juicers:
- Masticating - like a Champion Juicer
- Centrifugal - like this one
- Citrus only types
Masticating juicers are generally thought of as the best type, but they are more expensive - around $$. If money is no object, a Champion Juicer is probably the way to go.
But, since money was an object for me, I got this one. We have used it almost everyday for about 6 months with great results. The primary thing that we juice is carrots - usually about 20 large carrots each day, and it handles these carrots with no problems. I am very satisfied with this juicer, and I would buy it again.
A few other notes -
Noise. I do find it moderately noisy, but it's so fast that I'm done juicing before it bugs me or anyone in the house.
Cleaning. There are five parts to clean - the lid, the strainer, the pulp collector, the juice collector (looks like a stainless steel cup), and the pusher. The pusher, the lid, and the juice collector are a breeze to clean - about 15 seconds each. The pulp collector is fairly easy to clean (it detaches) but it does have a few small areas which the enclosed brush helps to clean - takes about 1 minute. The strainer is hard to clean without a brush. The brush that comes with is very small, maybe too small for daily use cleaning the strainer, but if you get a larger kitchen brush, the strainer cleans easily - about 1 minute. All together, around 3 minutes to clean.
Other minor notes. The juicer has rubber nobs on the bottom, so it doesn't move on the counter when it's running, which is nice. The juice collector (cup) does move a little sometimes when juicing, so you have to keep an eye on it so it doesn't slip off. The pulp collector does fill after about 10 large carrots, but it's easy enough to take the lid off, dump the pulp, and start again - takes about 10 seconds.
All in all, a great juicer for the price!

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The features that make the Waring blender so popular are shared by their juice machine: powerful, simple to operate, durable commercial quality construction, and a great warranty backing it up. The extra wide feed tube and simple canister type juice collector, in conjunction with a simple on/off power switch make this pretty goof-proof.

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