We live in a time where smoothies and fresh soups are important parts of people’s diets. Therefore they want a reliable way to make these things. Vitamix is a company that makes one of the top blenders in the the country. Manufactured in Ohio since 1921 they claim to be the first ones to bring us the infomercial.
It is wildly used in professional kitchens and popular among some of the top chefs in our country like Chef Michael Symon. It is loved for its high performance motor and patented blade design. You make a myriad things with the Vitamix from ice cream to soups. The high speed blade action is the secret to friction cooking and is why it can whip up ice cream in a snap. On the flip side it can bring soups to a boil in 4-6 minutes.
Vitamix 5000
One of its most popular models in the past was the Vitamix 5000. A multifunctional and durable blender that can be used in both household and professional kitchens. It can whip up a myriad different healthy concoctions. The life span of the product makes it a top choice as well. The Vitamix 5000 can last anywhere from 10-15 years and it came with a 7 year warranty.
The power behind it makes it efficient and highly capable of whipping up your favorite juices. Just toss a whole apple in there, I dare ya. It can blend up whole foods in a snap giving you optimal nutrients. The Vitamix 5000 came with variable speeds from 11-240 mph. Yes the Vitamix is faster than your Fiat. It comes with a large pitcher for you to whip up anything from nut butters to baby food.
Vitamix 5200
The Vitamix 5200 is the new and improved version of the 5000. The 5200 features a whole new container (pitcher) made by Eastman and features a no drip spout. The whole look has been upgraded and adds a little bit of elegance to it. It features a new 2 peak horsepower motor. It also comes with a DVD that features a cooking class to learn some tasty recipes.
Vitamix makes an outstanding product for the average consumer. You could put their household blender up against any industrial strength one any day is why chef’s use it. The versatility of it makes it a must have in any household kitchen, bar or restaurant.