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• As a vegan I love simple and healthy smoothies with whole fruits, nuts, dates and greens. My previous vortex blender could only make these ingredients into a rough-ie! The Optimum blends them perfectly in no time. Plus it looks great, its not noisy and its incredibly easy to clean. The Optimum rocks!
  Jacqui Edgecombe (String Fever Pty Ltd Croydon, VIC)
• Hi Roy and the team at Athena Solutions, I would like to say that I have received my Optimum and the help and support from your team has been really reassuring. The vortex blender has truly performed well. It blends beautifully, makes great smoothies and even hot soup. I have had a Vita-mix from my daughter while deciding which vortex blender to purchase and the Optimum has been just as good, doing all that the Vita-mix does, so I am very happy with the result and the price is much more attractive, with the same 10 year warranty. Thanks so much
  Rosetta and Danco Ilic (Rouse Hill, NSW)
• I would like to thank you firstly for your wonderful customer service. Right from the start you were most helpful with all information and advice I had asked for. Also I appreciate how easily contactable your company is.
  Secondly I would like to say how happy I am with the Optimum. I was previously using a standard vortex blender that was brand new out of the box and after one month of using it, it had blown up. I make quite a lot of smoothies and needed something more durable. After using the Optimum for the first time I was so happy with how quick and easy it was. The smoothie's come out so smooth and creamy and taste great. It saves me time and makes it more appealing to use on a regular basis. I can whip things up in no time at all and I find myself wanting to make more. I absolutely love it and have been bragging about it since I got it.
  I'm drinking a smoothie as we speak that I whipped up this morning. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face this morning because I blended a whole bunch of stuff and it was so quick and easy which makes it so much more appealing as like everyone else, I'm so busy and time is so precious.
  My friend was also interested in purchasing a new vortex blender, after seeing my new Optimum, she purchased the same one the next day. Im sure anyone who purchases the Optimum will be extremely happy as I am.
  Thank you again.
  Kind Regards
  Venesa Jovanova (Tuggeranong, ACT)
• Dear Froothie, Thank you for organising the prompt delivery of our new Optimum vortex blenders. We were very impressed with your great customer service and would recommend Athena Solutions without hesitation. The communication from both you and Roy was outstanding, all our queries and questions were answered promptly and it was refreshing to deal with a company with such great customer service skills.
  Gary Griffith (Floreat, WA)
• Thank you for my vortex blender I love it... was intending to purchase a vitamix but looking into your site I went with your vortex blender and im very happy it does everything the vitamix would have ive made juices ,nut butters, smoothies its great we use it every day
  Amanda Ahern (Port Macquarie, NSW)
• I Love my Optimum!! I'd like to say a big thank you for the sale of such a great machine, I love my vortex blender so much it's had me eating so much healthier.
  Laura Exarhos (Yarralumla, ACT)
• Hi I just received vortex blender, It felt very light in the box and I was worried that it must be small, when I opened the box I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the base. Next I couldn't wait to try it out to see if it was any good, so I tried my favourite test banana milk shake, no fuss… broke up big pieces of banana with 200 ml of milk blended for 35 sec; well I am impressed, no sign at all of any residue, that's the best result I have ever had, and in only 35 seconds. Very impressed, can't wait to try cocktails this weekend.
  PS. Easy to clean, put some water in, turn on 10 seconds, tip out and drain on bench.
  Anthony Butler (Bendigo, VIC)
• I am thrilled to let you know that the vortex blender arrived today! It's absolutely fantastic! I really appreciate the excellent customer service I've received - I won't hesitate to recommend the Optimum or Froothie/Athena Solutions to everyone I know!
  Thanks very much for your help, Rebecca
  Rebecca and Philip Davis (Ranelagh, Tasmania)
• Dear Roy
  I received my vortex blender (delivered at work) on Thursday. My whole office knew it was coming - I couldn't contain my excitement in the build-up. On my lunch break I ran off to the markets and grabs some vegetable and fruit ingredients to blend. The anticipation was high. I blended two juices to share with my colleagues; one an incredible Popeye drink of cucumber, green apple, ginger, mint, lime and spinach, the other papaya, mango, grapes and mint. Both were delicious and amazingly smooth in texture.
  I couldn't wait to get it home and try blending with ice. Once home I did another vegetable juice, a fruit frappe and a Freddo Espresso. Now if you don't know what this is there's a picture below. Simply a shot or two of espresso, sugar or honey and ice blended smooth. Amazing!
  I'm chuffed with the Optimum and can't wait to try more recipes! So please send me the PDF as it's available.
  I'm yet to try grounding our coffee beans or making almond paste but I will and report back on how it goes. The almond paste will be a special one if I nail it. It's inspired by Amalou - a spread made from Argan nuts in Morocco - the same nuts that are pressed for cosmetic Moroccan oil. It has nuts, cinnamon and I think tahini in it.
  So thank you very much.
  Tina Loppacher (Haymarket, NSW)
• Yeah, so far it's great. I used it the very first day to make a composite nut butter of almonds, cashews and brazil nuts. And I did all that on the lowest speed. I liked the way the vortex actually moved the entire viscous mix up the sides and down the centre until it was all smooth. There are other makes that won't do that with viscous pastes as parts get stuck on the walls and corners.
  Andrew Healey (Mansfield, Queensland)
• Hi Mario,
  Yes all good. I am impressed with the vortex blender .. it's more like what I wanted compare to the previous machine.. this one is very much like the vitamix.
  nice to have some programs but good to be able to just turn it on and let it run for a long or short as I like. blending is very smooth.. thanks again for all your help
  Kurt Vogt (Caringbah, NSW)
• This vortex blender is Fantastic. A friend of my wife's has the VITAMIX 5200, and she was very impressed with the quality and the price!
  Michael Connolly-Greig (West Pymble, NSW)
• Because my partner works away from home for longish periods and we are so happy with the Optimum we are buying another one so we both have one to use every day!
  Fiona Crowe (Nedlands, WA)
• Hi Roy,
  Just letting you know I LOVE the our vortex blender. I couldn't believe how quick it was delivered! I basically make green smoothies for breakfast since being inspired by the literature that is around. I must say I am a complete convert! The smoothies are smooth and creamy and my breakfast takes less than 30 seconds to blend.
  Yours in Froothie heaven,
  Harlene Hercules (Ormond, Victoria NSW)
• Morning Mirna,
  WOW!!!!!!
  I just made my first smoothie which had 300mls sugar free Cottees cordial, one scoop of Max's Super Shred Protein Powder and 2 handfuls of Homemade Fruit Salad......SERIOUSLY AMAZING PIECE OF MACHINERY!!!!! If I say so myself, one of the best smoothies I've had in my life!!!!
  Well worth the wait!!!!!
  This machine is for home use and now I'm giving some serious thought to buying one for work as I spend so many hours there!!!!
  I would please like to tap into the discount voucher for next year!!! Thanks for offering that up, great Customer Service on your part!!!
  All the best for your business next year!!!!
  Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
  Kind regards
  Rob Jakovich (Aspendale, Victoria)
• "Used my vortex blender this morning, just to let you know, best smoothie ever. Told everyone on FB to get one!!!"
  - Melissa Kelly (Gidgegannup, WA)

• Powerful Industrial High Speed 3 Horse Power motor – The Most Powerful motor for any vortex blender
• Incredible speed able to freeze ice cream and heat soups
• Variable Dial- 9 Speed Control Settings
• Heat-Resistant BPA FREE Jug - Wet & Dry Applications
• Approved by FDA, UL and the European Commission for Food Safety
• High quality tamper tool
• State of the art Two in One Stainless Steel blade cutting assembly - Crushes ice, nuts and fruits in seconds
• Built-in sensor to detect over-usage; prolonging life of vortex blender
• Green Energy Consumption: Proprietary carbon brush motor only draws the power demanded
• Product Dimensions:19*22*46cm
• Product Weight:4.5KGS

DOMESTIC FUNCTIONS

• Fruit smoothies The Optimum is designed to make the best fruit smoothies in both domestic and commercial environments, crushing ice and fruits in seconds
• Green smoothies Kale, lettuce, celery, spinach, mints, cucumber, bananas or carrots, the Optimum will make sure your green smoothie is smooth and not fibrous
• Grinding nuts and grains The Optimum's 6-Blade assembly allows it to easily grind whole grains, beans, rice and kneading bread dough ready for the oven
• Crushes Ice The commercial-grade 3 Horse Power motor allows the Optimum to crush large quantities of ice in seconds, perfect for smoothies, slushies and ice cream
• Nut butters Chocolate Hazelnut, Peanut Butter, Almond Butter... you name it! The Optimum will make the most delicious preservative-free nut butters, using only one ingredient
• Nut milks Mix the nuts with some water, blend, filter, and serve for a natural dairy-free bowl of milk and cereal
• Ice cream from frozen fruits The Optimum turns your favourite fruits into a fat free, preservative free, beautiful guilt-free bowl of ice cream
• Hot Soups The same blender which can make frozen ice cream can also make steaming-hot soups from all natural ingredients in less than 10 minutes! This is achieved with the Optimum 's incredible speed allowing the blender to heat the contents through friction heat
• Spreads and dips Whether you prefer a silky-smooth hummus dip or a chunky tomato salsa, the Optimum is here to help, offering you a range of dips and spreads to choose from
• Fresh Fruit Juices The Optimum is able to easily blend whole fruits and vegetables, unpeeled and uncut, creating a healthy juice full of fibre. Best of all... nothing is wasted, so cleaning is quick and easy
• Cocktails Cocktails can be prepared shaken, stirred or blended with ice for a frozen treat in seconds
• Omelettes The same way the Optimum can make a steaming hot soup, the friction of the blades can also cook beautiful omelettes in minutes!

COMMERCIAL FUNCTIONS

• Crushes Ice in Seconds The Optimum is a powerful commercial vortex blender able to reach an incredible speed, crushing ice in a matter of seconds, producing smooth drinks with a great consistency and no chunks.
• Automatic Blending Options Busy juice bars and cafes can make a smoothie at a press of a button. The Optimum will operate unattended at varied speeds for a set period of time, beeping when the cycle ends.
• Easy to Repair and Maintain High-end durable components manufactured by one of the world's most renowned vortex blender manufacturers allow the Optimum to withstand the heavy-duty use of your juice bar or cafe. In the unlikely event anything does go wrong, the spare parts are affordable and easy to find, and repairing the vortex blender is simple and straightforward, unlike most other competitors. Please note repair centres are available around Australia if any urgent maintenance is required.
• Efficient and Durable Proprietary Carbon Brush Motor The Optimum's unique motor varies electricity consumption based on the power required. This allows the vortex blender to outlast most competition with no breakdowns or hassles along the way.
• Stainless Steel 6-blade assembly Equipped with Japanese-made blades, the Optimum can pulverize the thickest ingredients with no hassles and no struggle.
• Intelligent Overload Protection For extra durability, The Optimum has a built in sensor which automatically switches off the motor when excess usage is detected, prolonging the Optimum's operating life while pre-empting and avoiding breakdowns. If the vortex blender should ever trip - simply switch it back on.
• Reputation Used in juice bars, cafes and franchises around Australia and abroad, the Optimum has proven itself as a quality high-end commercial vortex blender, gaining the confidence of business owners around the world. The Optimum's manufacturer is also well-respected, with over 30 years' experience in the industry.
• Froothie Support Froothie specialises in setting up and developing juice bars and cafes around Australia and New Zealand, allowing us ample experience in the juice and smoothie industry. Being our customer and a proud owner of the Optimum, you will receive free smoothie recipes and invaluable advice on how to develop a juice bar and increase your sales.