The Verdict Allowing you to brew espresso, Americano, and milk-based frothy drinks, the gaggia brera is the perfect super-automatic coffee maker for any coffee lover If you have a soft spot for espresso, but also enjoy milk-based coffee drinks, we think you’ll love this machine. Is the Gaggia Brera worth it? The Verdict Allowing you … Read more
“Do I brew first or do I steam first?” The consensus with our team here is that it is better to steam/froth your milk first and then brew your espresso This especially holds true when using a single boiler espresso machine like the Gaggia Classic or Rancilio Silvia. Can I steam milk with espresso in … Read more
The steam wand is used to heat and froth milk for use in various espresso drinks. This wand is connected to the heating vessel. When the user puts the valve in the steam position, steam from the heating vessel is released out of the wand and into the milk Why do you steam coffee? First, … Read more
A steam wand is a small protruding pipe that’s present on most espresso machines , even small machines that are meant for home use. The wand is connected internally to the boiler of the espresso machine through a pipe. What is a steaming wand? A steam wand is a small protruding pipe that’s present on … Read more
It Won’t Taste good coffee makers are specifically designed to make brewed coffee by heating up water. If you replace water with milk, the consistency and taste of your coffee will suffer, and you’ll most likely end up drinking bad coffee After all, milk doesn’t taste that great when it’s heated too much. Can you … Read more
Why do espresso machines have steam? Basically, it can be considered an electric version of the beloved stovetop espresso maker, or “Moka Pot”. Water is brought to a boil in a sealed tank, creating steam pressure which forces the often boiling-hot water through a bed of finely ground coffee (usually packed within a portafilter). What … Read more