Is PUCK Screen Necessary?

Yep, that’s it. It’s very simple in design, application, and in theory it should work They call it a “lower contact shower screen” because as it sits on top of your freshly tamped grinds and should provide a more even distribution of water. What should an espresso puck look like? The espresso shot should pour … Read more

How Do You Clean A Swan One Touch Coffee Maker?

To clean, you simply fill the water tank with 600ml of water, mixed with a de-scaling solution Cleaning mode is activated by pressing the latte and espresso buttons at the same time. After about half and hour you should fill the water tank with clean water and press the cappuccino and latte buttons. How often … Read more

How Do I Get Better At Gaggia Classic?

Most gaggia classic are set to 12 bars for the pressurised baskets – if you want to use the standard or IMS baskets , you will need to reduce the pressure. Over time your pump pressure fades but when you can adjust the pump you can restore the lost coffee crema. What pressure should I … Read more

Can You Make Steamed Milk With Nespresso?

The best way to steam milk is by using a steam wand on your coffee machine. A number of coffee machines in Nespresso’s range offer this feature, including the Creatista Plus, which has a fully automatic steam wand With the steam wand you can make the perfect cup of milk. Can I steam milk with … Read more