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Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Super Automatic Capresso Espresso Machines: The Premium Choice

If you are considering a Jura-Capresso espresso machine, here are a few important facts for you to know:

• Capresso super automatic espresso machines pride themselves in a fresh and delicious brew that simulates the process of an actual barista in grinding, tamping, brewing, and cleaning with the touch of a button - in less than 60 seconds!
• All espresso is made right before your eyes with one touch of a button.
• The coffee is always freshly ground before brewing to guarantee a delicious flavor.
• The super automatic espresso machines work with 18 bars of pressure for a premium extraction within 30 seconds to reduce bitterness in the brew.
• These super automatic machines work with an extra-large brew chamber, which can hold 16 g of coffee grounds at once. This is more than you will find in any other espresso machine for sale!

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Monday, March 1, 2010

Tips on Brewing Espresso

When it comes to brewing the perfect shot of espresso, there are a few non-negotiables. Much of espresso brewing is an art, allowing you to use your creativity. However, still other components of brewing a shot of espresso are a science that need to be adhered to for the perfect shot. Here we go!

First of all, make sure that you are brewing within the right timeframe. A double shot of espresso should brew within 25 seconds, so if that is not the case, adjust your grind consistency.
• Next, your home espresso machine should be brewing at around 190°, and it should yield a 160° shot of espresso that is perfect for drinking.
• The ideal shot of espresso is extracted at around nine bars of pressure, though many home espresso machines have the maximum capacity of 15 to 19 bars of pressure.
• Last of all, your perfect shot of espresso will be signified by a beautiful crema on top. Until that time, practice makes perfect!

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Monday, February 1, 2010

ESE Coffee Pods: What You Need To Know

ESE coffee pods provide an easy and convenient way to brew espresso, especially if you don't have training as a barista.

Of course, operating an espresso machine is not as difficult as it seems, but if you want to save time in brewing your espresso before work, then you may want to consider the use of ESE coffee pods. These pods are prepackaged with fresh espresso grounds, and you can purchase them from a number of distributors. When purchasing, make sure that the product is clearly labeled as ESE so that you are getting quality espresso.

ESE stands for "easy serving espresso", and there are many machines on the market that are adaptable to both fresh espresso and ESE coffee pods. If you are looking for a dual purpose machine to use both pods and espresso grounds, then opt to purchase a home espresso machine that can capably brew with both.

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Thursday, January 28, 2010

A Condensed Espresso History

In late 1800s, fresh brewed coffee was called Café-espress because it was made expressly for the individual who ordered it. This means that the beans were freshly roasted, freshly ground, and freshly brewed directly before drinking.

As time passed, people began to have less time to wait for their coffee to brew, similar to our society today. This caused the need for an espresso machine that would brew quickly and accurately. The first attempt was made in 1896 at the World's Fair, and it used steam to brew up to 3,000 cups per hour. Unfortunately, direct contact with steam cause the coffee to taste poor and bitter.

The solution came in 1901 when the first espresso machine was invented by Luigi Bezzara, and then manufactured in 1905 by Pavoni, the founder of the famous La Pavoni machines today. Now you know who to thank!

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Monday, January 25, 2010

All About Pod Espresso Machines

These days, many lovers of espresso are opting for convenience in using the pod method of brewing. First of all, many premium espresso machines are ESE pod compatible, which means that they can brew espresso and also be used to brew with pods.

You can also purchase a complete pod brewer, like the BUNN MCA My Cafe Automatic Coffee Maker, which will allow you to quickly and conveniently brew a cup of coffee in moments. There are also a number of other machines designed to quickly brew shots of espresso with the use of pods, which come as prepackaged espresso grounds.

If you're looking for a convenient option for your home or office, then this is the way to go because you will not have to invest in espresso grounds, accessories, or even a more expensive machine for brewing!

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Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Are Super Automatic Espresso Machines a Good Choice?

If you are considering what type of espresso machine to purchase for home use, super automatic espresso machines are more popular than ever!

Choosing a machine for home use provides you with the option of manual, semi-automatic, or super automatic. Super automatic machines are often more expensive because they work with a one touch system, so the machine will grind, dose, tamp, and brew for you within moments. This is something preferred by people who do not have experienced barista skills and who also want to save time in brewing.

If you have a question about the durability of these types of machines, they are actually made of premium materials, like stainless steel, and they often use two different heating systems so that there is no downtime between brewing and steaming to create your beverage. Super automatic espresso machines are built to last!

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Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Checklist For Purchasing an Espresso Machine

If you are on the market for a home espresso machine, all of the choices out there may seem overwhelming! Here are a few things to consider when purchasing a home espresso machine:

• What espresso beverages do you like? If you like a single shot of espresso, you may want a manual or semi-automatic machine to provide more control. If you like cappuccinos and lattes, you may want a super automatic machine that will brew everything with one touch of a button.
• What features on a machine are you looking for? If you are purchasing your espresso machine for an office setting, you may want to look for a machine that can hook up to a direct waterline for continuous brewing, as an example.
• What is your budget? Espresso machines significantly range in price, so you can set your budget and choose the features you want to find the best option for you.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Who Invented The Espresso Machine?

What a great question! If you are an espresso lover, you may be interested to know a little bit more about the history of the espresso machine.

The espresso machine was actually invented in 1901 by Lugia Bezzer because he wanted a faster option in coffee brewing to speed up the coffee breaks of his employees. This was a device that was supposed to save time by using pressure to brew a concentrated shot of coffee. It was originally called the "Fast Coffee Machine". The patent for this machine was sold in 1905 to Desidero Pavoni (sound familiar?), and he used a piston pump to push water through a tube for an even finer espresso product.

Obviously, La Pavoni espresso machines, from one of the original espresso machine creators, are still going strong and can be found on my website today!

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Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Differences Between Steam and Pump Espresso Machines

If you are scratching your head when it comes to purchasing a home espresso machine, here are some easy differences between the steam and pump choices in espresso machines.

Steam Espresso Machines:
• The water heats through a steam process to extract the espresso.
• These machines are very simple to operate.
• The steam process may become too hot and cause the espresso to taste bitter.
• These machines are much cheaper, but sometimes lesser quality.

Pump Espresso Machines:
• These are more expensive espresso machines.
• These machines work with a pump to push hot water through the espresso grounds to extract the espresso.
• These are larger machines, but many are still compact and heavy duty.
• These machines may be more difficult to operate.

Whatever your choice may be, with a quality home espresso machine, you can't go wrong! And just think of how much money you will be saving by not buying $5 cappuccinos at Starbucks on a daily basis...

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Wednesday, September 30, 2009

How Do Espresso Machines Work?

This is a very important question to answer, especially if you want to invest in a home espresso machine so that you can brew delightful espresso drinks to your liking!

Most espresso machines will work with a pump, which will push water into the heating chamber from the water reservoir. The heating chamber is often made of stainless steel, and this will heat the water at a high pressure. You will brew your espresso in a portafilter, which is a removable filter within the espresso machine that you will pack fine espresso grounds into. It is important that you choose the right grind consistency for your espresso brewing because if it is too fine or too coarse, then the espresso will not brew correctly.

Many espresso machines also contain an automatic steaming feature or a steam wand that will allow you to steam your milk for a cappuccino or latte. Most people do prefer the use of automatic espresso machines, which will enable you to brew espresso and customized drinks at the touch of a button. Either way, understanding the components of your espresso machine is the best way to enjoy your brew!

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Thursday, June 11, 2009

Coffee Pod Compatible Espresso Machines

I have to admit that there is nothing more convenient than being able to use an espresso machine that is compatible to coffee pods. If you are wondering exactly what a pod is, then know that it is a prepackaged filter surrounding ground coffee that you can brew exactly the same way as espresso, but without the mess involved. Of course, if you want the very best espresso flavors, then I encourage you to freshly grind your beans and brew them right away for a deep and complex taste, but if you happen to be short on time, then you will be thanking your lucky stars that your espresso machine is coffee pod compatible. A great choice is the Espressione Grace Pump Espresso Machine because it comes in a variety of colors, has a rust inhibitor, is adaptable to coffee pods, and is only $349.99.

Regardless of which espresso machine in you buy for home use, just keep in mind that being coffee pod compatible is a great feature to have. Let's hear it for convenience!

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Monday, April 27, 2009

Your Espresso Machine is Worth the Investment!


Today, class, we will be doing a math lesson. If you are drinking a $3 latte every day, and so is your significant other, then we are looking at a $6 a day coffee habit, on the modest side. Multiply that for your whole year, and that is over two grand, which can buy you two or three very snazzy espresso machines. Hmm… are we letting coffee houses get the best of us? It may seem like a little chunk of change to buy your first pro espresso machine, but from there, you are set in the coffee savings plan. Not to mention all of the popularity you are gaining with your new latté art designs. Am I right? Class dismissed.

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