Descaling your espresso machine with citric acid or vinegar takes a little more time but could be a safer option. Simply fill your machine with a mixture of 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice per 5 cups of water. What can I use if I don’t have descaling solution? citric acid. One of … Read more
With a latte you’re looking for microfoam, steamed milk with a wet-paint like texture that’s almost impossible to get without an espresso machine. A cappuccino can easily be made with frothed milk using various tools: even a whisk! Do you need a machine to make a cappuccino? You can use any brewer you like, but … Read more
The average lifespan of a good coffee maker is about 5 years If you take good care of the machine by cleaning and descaling regularly, the machine can last up to 10 years. However, while some coffee machines can last up to 10 years, you may want to say goodbye to your coffee maker a … Read more
Product Description. A shot glass is an essential measuring tool to use to get uniformity from your espresso machine An espresso shot should be 1 ounce, and a double-shot should be 2 ounces. The way to calibrate this is to put TWO shotglasses under the double-spout of your portafilter – one under each spout. How … Read more
The difference between espresso and coffee is all to do with the way it’s prepared—not the beans themselves In general, espresso requires a dark roast, fine grind, and high pressure to create an ounce or two (aka a “shot”) of concentrated coffee. Is espresso stronger than regular coffee? Espresso has 63 mg of caffeine in … Read more
Does Keurig K Cafe make espresso. Keurig K Cafe is advertised as a cappuccino and latte maker, and since it also has the shot option you get an impression that it’s an espresso machine. However, it’s not Keurig K Cafe brews regular coffee just like any other Keurig model, and it can’t do espresso shots. … Read more
pid controllers are used in a wide range of industrial applications, in our case, it controls the temperature in your espresso machine ! A traditional thermostat has a tendency to hit a desired temp, then turn off the heating element as the temp rises above its target. Do you really need PID for espresso machine? … Read more
Bodum claims that the grinder can grind fine enough for espresso, but obviously it’s not ideal for this brewing method Yes, you can probably use it with a pressurized portafilter but that’s it. Can you use any grinder for espresso? Espresso grind needs to be a fine grain and blenders won’t do the trick. Mincing … Read more
Can you make a latte with regular coffee? Yes, but it will need to be a strongly brewed batch To change the strength of the brew, you’ll need to adjust your coffee-to-water ratio. You can use a 1-to-15 coffee-to-water ratio or lower to strengthen a batch of drip coffee or pour-over. Can you make lattes … Read more
Conclusion. If you are a coffee enthusiast who has been looking for a way to keep your coffee station less messy, then the knock box is a suitable gadget for you. It keeps your coffee puck in one place, making your brewing process faster and your coffee disposal easier Do you need a knock box … Read more