With a heat exchange or dual boiler machine you can brew and steam at the same time. Not only does that save you time but it makes a better milk-based drink as your espresso or milk froth doesn’t fall apart while waiting for that temperature change Are Dual Boiler espresso machines worth it? So who … Read more
Why is there no crema on my espresso? The most common reason that your espresso drink has no crema is that you’re using the wrong coffee grind size to pack your espresso filter The perfect coffee grind size for espresso is much finer than drip coffee or the pre-ground coffee you’d buy for a standard … Read more
A good espresso machine for home use, will set you back between $400 and $700 , and they work very well at brewing great espresso without fuss. That said, there are the so-called espresso brewers that usually don’t cost more than $50. How much is an espresso coffee machine? The most popular espresso machines cost … Read more
A heat exchanger is a good espresso machine for someone that drinks primarily milk-based drinks and for someone that tends to use the same beans repeatedly (limiting the need to adjust brew temperature). What does a heat exchanger do in espresso machine? In an espresso machine the heat exchanger works on the same principle of … Read more
Crema is commonly understood as acting as a “lid” that quickly traps the aromatic compounds in the coffee so these can be savoured throughout the coffee consumption Do nespresso pods have cream? The crema of Original Espressos and Lungos is dense and creamy while the crema from the Vertuo is more generous. The bigger the … Read more
A good espresso machine for home use, will set you back between $400 and $700 , and they work very well at brewing great espresso without fuss. That said, there are the so-called espresso brewers that usually don’t cost more than $50. Which brand coffee machine is best for home? Breville The Oracle Touch De’Longhi … Read more
A good espresso machine for home use, will set you back between $400 and $700 , and they work very well at brewing great espresso without fuss. That said, there are the so-called espresso brewers that usually don’t cost more than $50. However, most experts and connoisseurs would agree that they don’t produce espresso. How … Read more
According to the SCA, the optimal brew temperature is 203 °F, which is just below where water boils (110 °F). Most cheaper coffee makers barely get that hot, and over time burn out. A larger brew head showers the ground coffee more evenly. This leads to better extraction which results in better flavor. What is … Read more
In a nutshell, brewing pressure should be around 9 bars for creating a great espresso. How many bars of pressure does a good espresso machine have? A fine grind is needed for espresso and the ideal pressure is nine bars. Is a 15 or 20 bar espresso machine better? There is indeed a difference in … Read more
A good espresso machine for home use, will set you back between $400 and $700 , and they work very well at brewing great espresso without fuss. That said, there are the so-called espresso brewers that usually don’t cost more than $50. Is it worth it to have an espresso machine at home? If you … Read more