Once plugged in and turned on, this machine was ready for use in about two minutes—quite speedy compared to other machines we’ve reviewed. We also loved the simplistic design: There are only three buttons on the front of the machine and a frother lever on the side , making it is easy to work with … Read more
The gaggia classic pro and the former Gaggia Classic can make cappuccinos, like the other machines in this list. The biggest difference between the two models is the steam wand While the earlier model used a panarello-style steam wand that injected air into the steam, this unit uses a proper commercial steam wand. What is … Read more
So, what is the difference between a milk steamer and a milk frother? A milk steamer uses pressurized steam to heat the milk and in the process adds air to create foam. A milk frother, on the other hand, whisks the milk and does not always heat it up. Is latte milk steamed or frothed? … Read more
Among the most promising properties researchers saw in the skim milk powder created by high-pressure jet spraying and drying milk were marked increases in foam expansion and foam-volume stability That means the skim milk powder is a great candidate for use in lattes, Harte explained. How do you make milk powder frothy? Just heat it … Read more
Press and hold the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button. The extraction will enter low pressure pre-infusion until the button is released. When the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button is released, extraction will continue at full pressure. Press the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button again once the desired volume of espresso has been … Read more
The new frother that whisks milk to perfection. A few simple steps to prepare lots of delicious hot and cold milk-based recipes in your own home. With a single button, MilkUp creates a smooth and creamy froth with hot or cold milk, warms it and mixes it to make delicious cappuccinos and hot chocolates. Does … Read more
No, you can’t make a regular cup of coffee with an espresso machine, unless you have a dual purpose machine that makes both espresso and coffee The process of making espresso is different from that of making coffee. With espresso the hot water is forced through compacted coffee grinds at pressure. Can you make regular … 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
How do you remove buildup from an espresso machine? deep cleaning an Espresso Machine Dissolve a small amount of espresso machine cleaner in water as directed to make a cleaning solution Use a small nylon brush or a specialized group brush to scrub the basket, portafilter and group gasket with the cleaning solution. Scrub the … Read more
The portafilter is the device that has a handle and holds the basket filled with finely ground coffee. This is locked into the group head. The pressure forces the water through the coffee and out the bottom nozzles of the portafilter, into the cup or carafe. What is the handle called on a coffee machine? … Read more