How to choose Italian Coffee Machine according to its characteristics and functions

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Let's take a look at the shopping points first. After you have a certain understanding of the coffee machine, you will be able to find a machine that suits you more quickly.

Choose one of the three categories first.

Coffee machines can be divided into the following three types, and their features and functions are not the same.

The most popular "drip irrigation"

American / drip coffee machine is widely loved by many families, and its price is relatively cheap. Its structure can be divided into two layers, you only need to spread the filter paper on the upper layer and put coffee powder on it, and pour cold water into the designated position to start brewing. Its principle is that after heating the water, the hot water is injected into the coffee powder to achieve a brewing effect similar to that of a hand-made pot. At present, the drip irrigation coffee machine on the market has a lot of additional functions, and its containers also have different materials, which you can choose according to your preferences.

The drip irrigation coffee machine has the advantages of simple operation and high safety, but it takes a long time to extract coffee, and the caffeine content brewed in this way is usually high, and the coffee brewed is easy to oxidize and deteriorate if it is not finished in a short time.

Adhere to the "fully automatic" starting from grinding beans.

If you are a coffee expert who insists on brewing coffee beans from grinding, it is recommended to buy an Italian / automatic coffee machine, which is a little higher but definitely worth it. The fully automatic coffee machine is controlled by microcomputer from grinding to brewing. The coffee powder is injected into the coffee powder through the hot water heated and pressurized by the boiler, which can add more mellow aroma. If you are a reader who likes cappuccino or latte, you can also use an automatic coffee machine to make a dense foam.

Some readers may care about the sound of grinding beans, but there are also coffee lovers who think it will feel especially good to hear the sound of grinding beans. It is suggested that readers who are worried about the sound of grinding beans can choose the newer "bean / powder dual-purpose" automatic model.

One cup at a time, just right "capsule".

The one who began to lead the trend of capsule coffee should belong to the enduring brand of Nestl é. However, there are also many manufacturers to join the battle of the capsule coffee machine, so that you have a more variety of choices! As long as you put a "capsule" coffee bag in the box and put cold or hot water as instructed, you can easily brew delicious coffee with one button.

The advantage of the capsule coffee machine is that it is easy to operate, will not get the hands or the table dirty, and it is not easy to make the coffee powder damp when stored in the capsule. In addition to coffee itself has a variety of tastes to choose from, you can also buy black tea, milk tea, chocolate and other flavor capsules to enjoy. However, the disadvantage is that the price of coffee capsules is higher than that of coffee powder, and the capsule waste after use may become a hidden worry to the environment. In addition, you can only buy capsules of the same brand as the coffee machine, and the compatibility rate between different brands is low.

Pay attention to the kinds of coffee brewed

If you like American black coffee, then the drip coffee machine can adjust the color of the coffee through different amounts of water. Other types of coffee machines are brewed with a fixed proportion and less room for adjustment. If you like to enjoy the taste of foam and coffee, it is recommended to choose an automatic machine with this additional function. For coffee lovers who like to change their tastes from time to time, we recommend buying a capsule coffee maker with the most varied drinks.

Please check the product specifications before purchase

According to the differences in product specifications, there are also some differences in use and machine repair. It is recommended that you have a preliminary understanding before making a purchase.

How many cups can I make at a time? Don't forget to confirm the capacity.

The capacity specifications of each coffee machine vary greatly, and it is possible to brew from 1 cup to 12 cups at a time. Usually a larger brewing capacity of the machine is also larger, in the decoration, storage is also more troublesome. If it is for ordinary household use, we suggest buying a brewing machine with a capacity of 6 cups; if it is used in the office, you can buy a cup-brewing capsule coffee machine at a time, so that colleagues can choose the taste of the drink they want, or buy a large-capacity machine, or enjoy a large pot of coffee with colleagues.

Confirm the way of heat preservation after brewing

The common coffee heat preservation methods can be divided into "heating through the electric hot plate" and "using stainless steel cups to maintain the residual temperature of coffee". In addition to the concern about electricity charges, it is recommended not to brew too much at one time, so as not to scorch the coffee and affect the taste of the coffee due to keeping it for too long. There are no more concerns about keeping warm through stainless steel bottles, but in order to taste the best flavor of the coffee, it is recommended to finish it as soon as possible. There are also a small number of coffee machines that do not have the function of heat preservation, please pay more attention before buying.

Check filter shape and filter

The shape of the filter will directly affect the brewing time of coffee, the conditions of vapor formation and the flavor of coffee. If it is a single-hole filter, then the flavor of the brewed coffee will be quite mellow, but it will take a long time; the three-hole filter can finish the coffee faster, but bring a light aroma of shallow roasting. On the one hand, due to different personal preferences for the taste of coffee, if you are a reader who insists on the subtle flavor of coffee, be sure to confirm the filter shape of the coffee maker before buying.

In addition, some coffee machines emphasize that there is no need to use filter paper, although it saves the trouble of buying and replacing consumables, it is relatively necessary to clean the machine frequently to maintain the machine. It is recommended that you can weigh your convenience before buying.

The difficulty of confirming the water supply

Whether it is poured into cold or hot water, the water supply is a necessary condition for the operation of the coffee machine, so the convenience of adding water directly affects the user's feeling of operation. Generally speaking, there are two types of water supply tanks: detachable and non-detachable. we will recommend that the water tank be detachable, so that it is not only convenient to pour water, observe the water level scale, but also easier to clean. If the type of machine you want to buy is unable to disassemble the water tank, you can use environmentally harmless detergents such as citric acid or baking soda powder.

Confirm whether the machine is clean or not.

Like most kitchen appliances, easy cleaning is an important consideration for users. A good cleaning machine can not only save you a lot of trouble, but also avoid the flavor of different coffee powder affecting each other. Therefore, how many parts should the whole coffee machine be divided into? Is it convenient to clean? Is it easy to assemble? It becomes one of the indicators that you must measure before you buy.

My first coffee machine was LaMarzocco and my first espresso machine was BEZZERA.