The Grind. If you’re grinding your own beans, a medium-fine grind is what you should be aiming for, but our pre-ground coffee also works well in a pour over Can you use regular ground coffee for Pour over? GRIND YOUR COFFEE But if you want to get the most out of your coffee, use freshly … Read more
This can happen for a couple of reasons: coffee oils and debris can easily build up in the burrs if they have been left to collect over time And the burr chamber can become jammed if the burrs are set too fine for the grinder to force the beans through the machine. Why is my … Read more
Just like with anything that’s pressurized, a dramatic change in pressure can cause some wild reactions with the device. Sometimes the pressure is just too much for the container, so it explodes open violently once it can’t handle it anymore Can espresso makers explode? An espresso machine can explode If the pressure builds too high … Read more
While it might be tempting to just pour the water through the filter basket, this could cause some problems. So please… just fill it up where it’s meant to go. Some machines will start brewing the coffee as soon as you turn it on, while others might need you to press a button to get … Read more
How do you use espresso shots? Turn on and preheat your espresso maker. Measure and grind your beans. Tamp your grounds so the bed is flat and even. Pull Your First Shot. Dial In The Shot. Steam Your Milk. Does McCafe use espresso? Cool off with a tasty McCafé® Iced Coffee or iced espresso drink … Read more
How do you make moccona coffee at home? INGREDIENTS. 125ml. Hot water. 2 tsp. Moccona Barista Reserve Rich Espresso. 125ml. Milk of choice, very cold. Coffee Ice Cubes to serve. COFFEE ICE CUBES. 250ml. Hot water. 2 tsp. Moccona Barista Reserve Rich Espresso. How do you make espresso shots with instant coffee? For the small … Read more
A mocha, also known as a cafe mocha or caffè mocha, is a coffee drink made with chocolate, espresso, and milk The exact proportions of those ingredients and even the type of chocolate—such as chocolate syrup, cocoa powder, or hot chocolate mix—varies widely. What do coffee shops use for mocha? A mocha, also known as … Read more
I use a bottomless portafilter most of the time to check on the evenness of the extraction and because it eliminates the need to rinse the portafilter. I use a double basket and pull into one demitasse (usually around 1.5 to 1.75 ounces) If you’re pulling 2.5 ounces, you’ll need a demitasse used for macchiatos. … Read more
You can substitute regular instant coffee, preferably a dark roast. When cooking or baking, instant coffee will yield the same results, but it may lack the rich, roasted flavor of espresso. In a real pinch, you can substitute very finely ground coffee or espresso, but use less since these grounds haven’t been brewed Can I … Read more
The most essential barista tools include a high-quality tamper, knockbox, steaming pitcher, thermometer, scale, shot glasses, and cleaning materials such as a brush or cloth What barista means? A barista is an espresso machine “coffee artist” who has extensive knowledge about coffee and prepares, decorates and serves drinks to the customer barista (m/f) is the … Read more