Espresso
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What is the reason why espresso extraction is fast or slow? What is the difference between pressing and not pressing? What are the consequences of overheating the cutter head?
One time it is fast, the next time it is slow, the next time it is delicious, and the next time it is not delicious. That's right, Qianjie is talking about the occasional unstable state of espresso coffee when it is continuously served. Not only is the extraction time fast and slow, but even the taste of the coffee produced is changeable. This is a problem that many friends will find troubling. Clearly using
What is the reason why the espresso machine's steam is getting weaker and weaker? What should I do if the steam is blocked? How to clean the coffee machine?
As we all know, the steam from coffee machines is mainly used to heat milk and stir up milk bubbles. The strength of the steam will determine the length of time it takes to kill the milk foam. The stronger the steam, the faster the milk will heat up, and the killing time will be greatly shortened, and vice versa. But recently, many friends have discovered that the steam intensity of the coffee maker at home is similar to that of the day
What is the difference between a bottomless espresso maker and a diverter handle? What handles should I use for single and double powder bowls? Which handle is suitable for extraction and concentration?
In the past two days, major well-known coffee bloggers have talked about the handle of coffee machines, believing that the bottomless handle will be more suitable for the extraction of espresso than the diverter handle. The so-called coffee machine handle is a tool used to support the powder bowl for extraction. Whether it's the single noodle bowl that Qianjie talked about yesterday, or today we
What is the difference between a single flour bowl and a double flour bowl? What does a shot add? What does shot mean? How much is a single espresso?
"Plus shot" is a coffee enrichment option provided by coffee shops to guests. When we think the coffee is not strong enough or want to consume more caffeine, we can add a shot to the coffee we have ordered. The 1shot in coffee refers to a single serving of espresso, while "Shot"
What is Aiyue Pressure? What are the characteristics of the Aiyue pressed coffee pot? Explain how to use it in detail! What should I pay attention to when making espresso?
In 2005, Alan Adler, who was nearly 70 years old, invented Aero Press because he was dissatisfied with traditional coffee making methods. As the picture shows, this syringe-shaped tool is a coffee extraction appliance called "Aiyue Press". (About the former of Aiyue Pressure
What is the right degree of grind for espresso? What should I do if the pressure value of the coffee machine cannot go up?
Surprise questions! What is the biggest difference between the extraction method of an espresso machine and the extraction method of a group of people making, brewing and brewing coffee? That's right, it's the difference between pressure! The former is pressurized extraction, while the latter is atmospheric pressure. Because of the pressure, espresso coffee can be extracted in a very short time! and condense the top layer
Is American coffee fancy? What is the definition of fancy coffee? What is the general term for espresso coffee?
"Fancy coffee" is a term that often appears in major articles. Precisely because the name has the word fancy, some friends who have just started often interpret it in its literal meaning, for example: "fancy is coffee with a pull flower pattern on the surface", or: "fancy is the ability to make pull flower."
Why does espresso go with ice water? Why can ice water clean the mouth? How to improve the flavor perception of coffee?
In the past two days, guests stationed in Qianjie Store have discovered an interesting phenomenon! Some customers clearly ordered a cup of hot coffee, but also asked Qianjie for a cup of ice water. Then before drinking coffee, you have to take a sip of ice water before drinking coffee. So this puzzled him. What good would it do? Alternate hot and cold, difficult
What are the requirements for espresso cloth powder? What should I pay attention to when filling coffee powder cakes? What is the channel effect of extraction and concentration?
Because pressurized extraction is more special, in order to make a good cup of espresso, we need to make some additional preparations in addition to finding the usual extraction parameters such as grinding, time, ratio, and water temperature. These extra preparations are nothing more than just the handle before being snapped on the coffee maker.
How to make espresso Cambaran? What is the ratio of cream to coffee? What is Con panna?
Compared with other fancy coffees, the probability of Cambaolan appearing on the menu of coffee shops is too low. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is an "unpopular product" in the coffee industry. Because of this, Kang Baolan's unique drinking method has not been popularized. When many friends first met Kang Baolan, they followed Afjado's shape
What is the "scam" caused by espresso grease? Is the richer the oil, the better? Is Crema a bubble?
As we all know, espresso coffee has a beautiful golden oil on the surface. This layer of oil is not only the exclusive feature of pressurized extraction, but also a major contributor to the "aroma and flavor" of espresso coffee. But I believe you have often read such an entry on the Internet: "The grease of espresso is a game
What is Caffè Corretto? Why is espresso served with spirits?
'Not long ago, when Front Street was reviewing James Hoffmann's "Guide to Home Coffee Brewing", he saw a somewhat unfamiliar and familiar Italian coffee called Caffè Corretto. It sounds familiar, because Qianjie has heard of this name before, and
How to calculate the extraction time of coffee? Should the espresso extraction timing be when the coffee maker is started or when it is discharged?
Whether it's Italian style or hand punch, the problem of measuring time will always trouble some friends. For example, when making hand-brewed coffee, should the time be calculated before steaming and filling, or should it be after filling? Or, when extracting and concentrating, should the time be calculated before pressing to start extracting, or should it be after the coffee is discharged?
Can I add other ingredients to make espresso? Can espresso and osmanthus be extracted together?
Some special coffee products always need to add additional ingredients to enhance the aroma in order to gain more layers. Therefore, in order to allow the aroma of these ingredients to be integrated into the coffee more naturally, the coffee maker will add the ingredients before the extraction begins and extract them together with the coffee. (Exaggeration, don't learn!
What causes the fat in espresso coffee to clump? Be sure to pay attention to these details when extracting Espresso!
Crema (grease), the "golden armor" worn on espresso, is a wonderful product exclusive to pressurized extraction. Its existence not only provides an excellent "canvas" for coffee flowers, but also makes the taste of coffee more mellow. Of course, as often said in the street, the prerequisite is that the quality of the oil is up to standard
How to mix coffee brewing water? How are baking soda and magnesium sulfate used on coffee? Why can't the espresso maker use tap water?
In the coffee making process, colorless and odorless water plays the role of solvent! Because the act of coffee extraction requires it to bring out the flavor substances hidden in coffee. The deeper you go into the brewing of coffee, the more you will realize the importance of water. Like we can often see this on the Internet
Why does it spurt out when making espresso? How to make a standard espresso at home?
I still remember that when Qianjie used a bottomless handle for the first time, it imitated the teacher's operation and pressed the extraction button. When he saw the first drop of concentrate slowly falling into the cup, he was happy and thought that it was safe. Unexpectedly, the vertical liquid column suddenly sprayed out a small water flow with a very light color. The flow rate of coffee
What is the reason why the concentrated oil is thin? Why does Crema have so many big bubbles? What makes espresso coffee bad?
Recently, while surfing, Qianjie discovered that many friends would have this situation when extracting and concentrating: "The extracted espresso coffee fat is thin and has many obvious large bubbles! The whole cup of coffee has a faint taste and a thin taste, and the appearance of the flower pattern is affected by the presence of bubbles!
Can deep-roasted espresso beans be made by hand? What is the difference between single coffee beans and mixed beans?
Although there are many ways to make coffee, for now, all coffee can be broadly divided into two categories: one is espresso with diverse ways to play, and the other is single-piece coffee that mainly displays flavor. Therefore, there are two main types of coffee beans currently sold on the market: Italian beans specially blended for espresso, and
What caused the espresso machine to explode? Why is the handle fried and cracked out of the brewing head during the extraction process?
With the birth of affordable and compact home coffee machines, more and more friends are equipped with coffee machines at home so that they can drink freshly ground espresso at any time at home. However, it is not only the number of coffee machines that is increasing day by day, but also a series of operating problems with coffee machines. Recently, Qianjie discovered that on the Internet