Espresso machines are expensvie becasue they require sophisticated materials and robust construction to extract espresso at high pressure. The best machines use commercial-grade pumps, precision filters, and temperature control technology to create pressure and consistency. You can get a basic espresso machine for $200-400, but you’ll likely need to spend over $1000 for a high-quality … Read more
Most healthy persons can normally consume 3-6 shots of espresso without any side effects. Going beyond that can cause jitters, anxiety, and even heart palpitations. They healthy limits of caffeine for adults in 400 mg/day and a shot of Espresso has around 60-70 mg of caffeine. Listen to your body and don’t overdo it – … Read more
Generally, Espresso is less acidic than coffee as it uses dark roasts and is made by forcing hot water through coffee grounds at high pressure, for a very short period of time. This rapid extraction method minimizes acid release from the beans, yielding a concentrated yet smooth shot of coffee. Hold on! Factors like bean … Read more
The main difference between a macchiato and a cortado is the ratio of milk to espresso and how the milk is prepared. A macchiato is made with a shot of espresso and a small amount of foamed milk layered on top, while a cortado is made with an equal amount of steamed milk and espresso, … Read more
Espresso is all about pressure! The high-pressure brewing process is what gives espresso its concentrated flavor, full-bodied texture, and a thick layer of Crema on the top. The question is, How many bars of Espresso is ideal? Most Espresso machines typically work at around 9 – 10 bars of Pressure and it’s actually the sweet … Read more
Espresso powder and instant coffee, while similar in their instant nature, aren’t quite the same. The main difference is Espresso powder is typically used for baking or cooking, as it adds a rich flavor to recipes. While instant coffee is a convenient option for making a quick cup of coffee as it dissolves quickly in … Read more
To make great coffee at home, you need perfectly sized grounds. Because when it comes to coffee grounds, SIZE MATTERS! In this guide, I will teach you how to determine coffee grind sizes and why it is important. There are different preferred grind sizes for every brewing method; like French Press, Pour Over, or Espresso … Read more
The first coffee machine was invented in the 19th century. Coffee has been brewed and consumed for centuries, with its origins dating back to the 6th century. Before the invention of modern machines, coffee was brewed by manual methods like boiling the grounds in water over a fire. Coffee machines were basically invented to speed … Read more
You can’t just brew raw green coffee and expect it to taste good. It needs to be roasted first to unlock all the delicious flavors that make it so magical. Coffee beans begin as seeds inside a coffee cherry. The cherry is processed, dried, and then usually shipped before being roasted to create the coffee … Read more
You can use used coffee grounds as a fertilizer for your garden, you can use them to prepare body scrubs for your skin, also you can use them for cleaning purposes, and there are many more unusual uses. It is estimated that 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed daily. And this generates a lot of waste … Read more