Thanks for your question – the steam temperature doesnt need to be controlled as tightly as the brew temperature (within a degree or so), so it uses a PID feature that turns the elements on/off at a set temperature (in the same way that a thermostat does, or should – though in reality they are … Read more
Based on what Bill Crossland said on the above video, we always do pre-infusion on gaggia classic We should call soft pre-infusion the feature you are interested into. Pre-infusion at lower pressure and/or lower flow-rate than those provided in normal use. Does Gaggia Classic have Preinfusion? Based on what Bill Crossland said on the above … Read more
Espresso – A straight shot with crema on top (literally cream, a creamy foam on the surface of the coffee). Doppio – a double shot, extracted using a double handle and basket This results in 60 ml of drink, double the amount of a single shot espresso. More commonly called a standard double. Is a … Read more
Macchiato is an espresso-based drink that has a layer of steamed milk added to the top. Unlike a flat white, macchiatos are standard shots of espresso and only use a few teaspoons of milk. They are much stronger and smaller than flat whites and are perfect for a quick pick-me-up. Is a flat white or … Read more