The standard for an Americano is a 1:1 ratio between the hot water and the espresso. This means that if a single shot of espresso (3 oz.) was made, the same amount of water, 3 oz., should be placed in the mug. This pattern will continue for more espresso. How much espresso do you need … Read more
All you do is use each pod twice ! After using the Nespresso pod to make your cappuccino or espresso, simply put the pod back into the machine and have it make you another cup. The second cup tasted fine; the only difference is it was a bit weaker than the first cup, but it … Read more
A Latte normally comes in at around 240 ml – whereas a flat white should only really be around 160 ml (this can change depending on what country you’re in, but works as a general rule of thumb). What size is a flat white UK? Variations in size are common, but in uk speciality coffee … Read more
A bottomless portafilter is an important piece of equipment that aids in diagnosing espresso extraction issues The spouts are removed, the basket is exposed, allowing you to watch the entire extraction process. What’s the point of a bottomless portafilter? This spout is necessary if you want to brew a double espresso into two separate mugs. … Read more
Doppio – Italian for “double,” doppio is a double shot of espresso and is the gold standard. Most coffee shops serve a doppio, or double shot, as the default order when you ask for an espresso. What is a double espresso? A double espresso is two espresso shots in one single-serve capsule It has a … Read more
Why is espresso in Italy so good? This is because italian coffee bars tend to use basic, simple-but-effective machines, and they keep them around for a long time This means the taste of hundreds, even thousands of cups of coffee is infused in each cup, rather than the taste of sterile, new machinery. How is … Read more
With essenza mini , Nespresso has delivered its most compact machine yet – without any compromise. Offering 2 programmable cup sizes, Essenza Mini machine creates perfect coffee just the way you like it. Is there a mini Nespresso? The new Essenza Mini machine combines ease-of-use, minimalist beauty and unrivaled quality to create the perfect cup … Read more
The traditional cappuccino uses equal parts of milk foam, espresso and steamed milk, and is distinctly layered It differs to a latte, which which has a lot more steamed milk and then fully blended. What is a cappuccino mix on Delonghi? Cappuccino Mix. A shot of espresso first and hot milk afterwards, creating a full … Read more
A double espresso is two espresso shots in one single-serve capsule It has a stronger aroma and more intense taste and will satisfy a coffee craving of any size. If you enjoy an intense and robust italian-style espresso, the double espresso or double shot could be the drink for you. Can you make a double … Read more
What is dosing and tamping? Dosing in coffee terms means pretty much the same as it does for medicine, it’s about making sure you have the precise amount of ground coffee for a perfect espresso This is of huge importance, as getting it wrong you could give you a very weak, poor tasting coffee. What … Read more