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Monday, November 23, 2009

Helpful Coffee Brewing Tips

No matter what your preferred coffee brew method may be, here are some helpful tips for you!

Always remember to use the coarsest grind of coffee available for your French Press. If the grounds are too fine, it will be difficult to press down your plunger to extract the French Press brew.
• You can also heat milk in your microwave or on the stove, and then place it in your French Press. When you press down the plunger back and forth for several minutes, it will froth the milk for an easy addition to your daily coffee.
• If you like drip brewed coffee, you may want to consider using a permanent mesh filter, which comes in many home coffee makers, to leave more essential oils in the brew for a better taste.
• If you are a fan of the Moka pot or stovetop espresso maker, then make sure not to pack your grounds too tightly, or it will cause problems in your brew.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Easy Brew Tips For Stovetop Espresso

Stovetop espresso makers are more popular than ever because they provide an easy alternative to a larger home espresso machine. They are also a cheaper option, and they will allow you to brew espresso directly on your stove in moments. Here are some easy tips to help you on your way:

Start out by adding fresh water to the bottom chamber of the pot. Do not fill above the safety valve.
• Use a fine espresso grind, and pack the filter basket loosely. If you pack too tight, the espresso will not extract properly.
• Place the filter basket into the bottom chamber, and screw the top chamber on. Make sure that the device is sealed well.
• Place the stovetop espresso maker on your stove on medium heat until you hear the espresso beginning to brew. Lower the heat at this time for a few moments, and then turn off the heat completely.

And there you have it - delicious stovetop espresso in moments!

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Tuesday, August 4, 2009

How Do You Brew Stovetop Espresso?

If you are confused about the best way to use your stovetop espresso pot, then read on for some great information!

First of all, this was first called the Moka Pot by the manufacturers, the Bialetti Company, enabling it to then became a popular household name. One thing to keep in mind is that it is still so important to finely grind your espresso beans to place into the center filter compartment. However, you do not need to pack them as tightly as you would with a regular espresso machine because this could cause leaking or a minor explosion during the brew process.

From that point, fill the bottom chamber of your stove top espresso pot with water, and then secure the filter on top of that. Top with the upper chamber, and make sure the entire pot is sealed well. Allow it to brew slowly at a low heat for the best flavor and extraction. One great idea is to pour a little of the espresso out into a cup as it brews to mix with a teaspoonful of sugar so it dissolves fully. By the time the rest of your espresso brews, you can pour it into your cup with the sugar mixture for a delicious and convenient taste! Don't you feel better?

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

How To Use a Moka Pot


If you have not yet stumbled across the fun brewing option of a Moka Pot, then I am about to rock your coffee loving world. The Moka Pot is a truly simple contraption that involves upper and lower chambers that are separated by a coffee filter basket. You will fill the lower chamber with water, and then attach the filter basket, which you will then fill with fine espresso grounds. You can place the Moka Pot directly on your stove over a low to medium heat, and you will hear it begin to bubble as the water is forced up through the grounds into the top chamber. You will know it is done when the bubbling sound begins to cease, and your top chamber is filled with your coffee product. Your final resulting brew will range from the taste of espresso to Turkish coffee, and all you have to do is sip your Java and enjoy. Mmm...

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