Margaritaville DM1000 Frozen Concoction Maker
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Margaritaville DM1000 Frozen Concoction Maker
Customer Review: Go with the Fiji
Summary: 3 Stars
This machine is a 3 at best. We loved this machine for the first 8 months but then it broke due to poor construction. The mechanism at the bottom of the jar used for blending is made of plastic and all the pieces were shaven off leaving the machine inoperable. I contacted the manufacturer and they will replace the unit with the same model. I asked for an upgrade at my expense and they said no and that once my warranty runs out then I should purchase the upgrade. The Fiji parts are made of metal, so they say, and so I would definitely go with that model even though it is slightly more, it will last much longer.Customer Review: Good for any Home Bar
Summary: 5 Stars
We have total enjoyed the Margaritaville Maker. We have discovered many normal drinks taste great when you mix them in this blender. If you are into the creamy (i.e. Baileys...) drinks they are lighter and more enjoyable. We are very happy we purchased this.Customer Review: Gotta Love it...
Summary: 5 Stars
We recently purchased this item a few weeks ago and in the short time we've had it, we've definitely gotten our money's worth. The machine DOES make great drinks and makes it very easy to entertain and serve cocktails to large groups. The only complaint that I have is that it is loud when blending. When you're entertaining a large group, it's fine--but if you're looking to make a margarita up for yourself, be prepared to share with everyone in the house.
And if you have it set-up in the backyard, be prepared for neighbors to hear the roar and come through the side door to join in all the fun. (no joke!).
Tip: Williams Sonoma's Mango Margarita mix has been our favorite for us and all of our guests.
Customer Review: Great At Shaved Ice; Recipe Suggestion Below
Summary: 5 Stars
PROS:
1) Succeeds fabuolously at its primary mission: making the perfect shaved ice margarita, frozen daiquiri, or smoothie. Many drinks taste so much better as a "smoothie". It's interesting how even regular juice tastes so much better and more refreshing as a shaved ice drink.
2) Upscale design: Looks very professional and cool for a party. Seems to be a heavy duty design that would last a long time.
3) Easy clean up. Though I avoid the dishwasher based on other's recommendations, it's still easy to clean up.
CONS:
1) Expensive, though this is a personal choice.
2) Big and heavy makes it not a simple kitchentop blender.
3) Each batch makes 32 oz. This is enough for most parties, but if you're trying to serve to 50+ people, this probably won't be able to make them fast enough.
4) Drinks can taste diluted if you take a standard recipe and add shaved ice. This is not a fault of the unit, of course. After experimenting a lot, I've found this party recipe to work well: 6 oz. Malibu Coconut rum + 4 oz. Pineapple Juice CONCENTRATE (the round cans in the frozen juice section of the grocery store). This is a bit concentrated by itself, but when shaved ice is added, it makes for a perfect blend without being too diluted or too strong.
Overall, though I hesitated at the price, this unit is fun for all ages, and turns any cold drink into a refreshing event. I'm very glad I bought it.
Customer Review: Great Drink Maker
Summary: 5 Stars
We use this numerous times during the week, for smoothies for the kids to the drinks for the adults on the weekend. It does a much better job than a blender.