nespresso machines are convenient and easy to use. Unfortunately, you can’t throw your used pods in with your regular recycling —they’re too small for most recycling machines and they’re made out of a unique plastic and aluminum that most recycling plants can’t process. Can I put Nespresso pods in recycling bin? Nespresso machines are convenient … Read more
Crema is one of the most prized components of a well-made espresso Caramel-colored and creamy in texture, the foamy puff is created when hot water emulsifies coffee bean oils and floats atop the espresso with smooth little bubbles. Why is crema important in coffee? The strong presence of crema in an espresso shot indicates a … Read more
The ideal tamper should be slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the portafilter basket so that the tamper does not bind while compressing grounds – essentially there should be a little extra space between tamper and basket. How heavy should tamper be? Weight Of The Tamper To apply the right amount of pressure your … Read more
Essentially, percolators aren’t made to brew espresso , but they can make a pretty powerful cup of coffee. If you don’t mind a beverage that isn’t quite espresso, you can use that coffee in some espresso-like recipes if you choose. What is the difference between a percolator and an espresso maker? moka pots make small … Read more
You cannot make them wider or smaller 58mm in diameter is the emerging standard for commercial espresso machines. Chances are, the cheaper the home machine, the smaller the portafilter diameter—though that’s not the case 100% of the time. Will any 58mm portafilter fit? Yes and no , since there’s not much of a range with … Read more
That’s the portafilter (also sometimes referred to as a “group handle”). This spoon-looking device harbors a basket which is actually what holds the coffee grounds during the pulling or extracting of the espresso shot What is portafilter in espresso machine? Also called a portaholder, it is a device that merely a handle and a filter … Read more
How does a cortado taste like? One of the key reasons the Cortado tastes the way it does, is because of the way the milk’s prepared. Cortado milk’s prepared the same as a flat white, with less foam, allowing for a denser milk. With roughly a 1:2 ratio of espresso to milk in the Cortado, … Read more
Characteristics. light roasts are light brown or chestnut brown in color with a dry surface and toasted grain taste, and with no trace of a dark (burnt or smoky) roast. What should light roast espresso taste like? Characteristics. Light roasts are light brown or chestnut brown in color with a dry surface and toasted grain … Read more
People love an espresso shot made from arabica beans. However, the ideal coffee beans for cappuccino should have a balanced blend between Arabica and Robusta What kind of coffee is good for cappuccino? People love an espresso shot made from Arabica beans. However, the ideal coffee beans for cappuccino should have a balanced blend between … Read more
Lungo, which means “long” in Italian , is a different way to pull an espresso shot that gives it a slightly milder flavor. The beverage is also made with an espresso machine, but it takes longer to pull the shot. A lungo can take up to a minute to pull. What is the difference between … Read more