What Makes A Good Crema?

good crema is when there is a thin layer of it (about ¼ of the drink) and it lasts for a couple of minutes Bad crema is when it’s too thin or too thick (more than ½ of the drink), too light in color, disappears within a few seconds, and has a lot of big … Read more

How Does The Breville Grind Control Work?

What is the best grind size for espresso breville? Set the grind size to 5 , this is the number Breville recommends. You probably won’t need to change this number. Why is my Breville not grinding beans? Unplug the coffee maker. Clean out around the upper burr and remove it. Using the small grinder cleaning … Read more

Which Pods Are Compatible With Verismo?

All K-fee ® pods are compatible with the Starbucks ® Verismo ® * system and can be used to brew your next cup of coffee or espresso. Can you use nespresso pods in verismo? Yes, Verismo pods were officially discontinued as of December 31, 2020 Starbucks now only makes the pods for nespresso machines, including … Read more

Is The Bialetti Brikka Worth It?

In fact, with the less expensive valve design, the price of the Brikka has come down. At this point, a bialetti brikka 2-cup is almost the same price as a 3-cup Moka Express. So if you want extra froth in your coffee or want to make milky drinks, there is no reason the price should … Read more

Is Peet’s Major Dickinson Good For Espresso?

Is peets good for espresso? 8. Peet’s Coffee Espresso Forte. Peet’s Coffee is one of the original names in the craft coffee movement, and many of its coffees make excellent brews. However, the Espresso Forte has been specially blended to hold up to the demanding methods of espresso preparation. Does Peet’s coffee make espresso? Hand-pulled … Read more

What Colour Should Crema Be?

A brown colour is usually the correct colour for crema The colour does depend on the coffee you are using however as some coffees will result in a lighter or darker crema. A light yellow and thin crema usually means that your coffee is not so fresh. What color should espresso crema be? The finished … Read more