espresso tips

Another tips how to make a best espresso.

 

1.  Fresh beans – contributing to a plenty of quality crema derive from the roasted beans no longer than 7 days in storage.
2.  Fresh water – for this process should be well filtered, containing 97-98 % of purity.
   
3. Adequate machine – is needed for Espresso making. The machine with ability to produce plentiful whitish foam should force at least 9 bars of water pressure during the process.
   
4. Adequate grind – is regarded as another necessary factor to obtain fine coffee particles for Espresso. The operation should last 20 seconds for each shot of Espresso.
   
5. Adequate tamp – refers to the application of proper packing of coffee in the porta-filter with density described as 30 pounds of force.
   
   
   

 Fresh beans – contributing to a plenty of quality crema derive from the roasted beans no longer than 7 days in storage.

Fresh beans

 Fresh water – for this process should be well filtered, containing 97-98 % of purity.

 Fresh water

Adequate machine – is needed for Espresso making. The machine with ability to produce plentiful whitish foam should force at least 9 bars of water pressure during the process.

Adequate machine

Adequate grind – is regarded as another necessary factor to obtain fine coffee particles for Espresso. The operation should last 20 seconds for each shot of Espresso.

Adequate grind

Adequate tamp – refers to the application of proper packing of coffee in the porta-filter with density described as 30 pounds of force.

Adequate tamp

Tips about coffee maker

I have another tips from the internet regarding Coffee maker. Here some tips to choose coffee maker, and also how to maintenance it.

 

1. Essential Features
   
   There are some features you just can't do without, though many of these have become standard features on most brands of coffee makers. These features include digital timers with auto-start capability (because you'd be surprised how much easier your morning can flow if you get back those few extra minutes that it takes to brew a pot of coffee yourself), stop-and-pour brewing (which lets you remove the pot from the coffee maker while it's brewing to pour yourself a cup without spilling coffee everywhere), and permanent coffee filters (though these metal filters can also be bought separately if your coffee maker does not come with one.) Other features such as an in-line water filter are useful, but are not essential if cost or maintenance time is a potential issue. The benefit of the in-line water filter can be replicated by other means at a reduced cost and without the extra parts a water filter has which need to be cleaned or checked regularly for optimal brewing and flavor.
   
   
2. Look and Style
   
   The coffee maker you buy should be able to brew great coffee, but it should be something you like looking at as well. Make sure that you choose one that goes well with everything else that's in your kitchen. Also, take some time to consider the functionality of some of its design points. If the coffee pot features a screw-on lid for easy transport, make sure that you'll actually need to transport it before you choose that coffee maker over one with similar features that doesn't cost quite as much.
   
   Consider the coffee maker's capacity as well. A coffee maker that brews two pots of coffee at once is not going make much sense if you only have one cup per day, and a two-cup coffee maker is going to be nothing but a hassle if it takes you three cups to really get your morning started. Try your best to match the size and capacity of the coffee maker to your estimated usage, keeping in mind any friends, relatives or co-workers who might visit regularly drink a lot of coffee.
   
   
3.  Cost
   
   In an ideal world cost would not even be a consideration. Take the time to shop around and compare the prices of not only different models but also of different stores and websites that sell coffee machines; you may be able to find a better deal elsewhere. Shop online to get an idea of the different types of coffee makers that are on the market, the sort of features that may be available, and the price of different models that have the features that you want. This can help you to have a better idea of what you'll be looking for even before you start your shopping in earnest.
   
   
4.  Other Tips
   
   Remember that you are going to need to perform some routine maintenance on your coffee maker from time to time, so make sure that you do not choose one that has a lot of extra features and will be difficult to maintain. Some coffee makers feature additional components such as built-in coffee grinders which may seem like an excellent idea at first but in the long run would work better as a separate component. Once you have selected the coffee maker that's right for you, take the time to read through the instruction manual to get an idea of how to properly use all of its features as well as to learn about any warranties or guarantees that it might have from the manufacturer. You should also be able to find information on how to order replacement parts if you need them down the line.

Coffee Myths Exposed + tips

Other Popular Coffee Myths Exposed.

1. Grind all beans before storing.
   Absolutely not. Grinding the coffee breaks up the beans and their oils, exposes the beans to air, and makes the coffee go stale a lot faster, no matter how you store it. This especially holds true for flavored coffees! For the best tasting coffee, you should buy your beans whole and store them in a sealed container in a dark place . Grind right before serving!
2. Vacuum-sealed packaging equals fresh coffee.
   Again, absolutely wrong. The coffee roasting process causes the coffee beans to release a gas by-product, specifically carbon dioxide. This gas release process continues for several days after roasting. In order to be vacuum sealed, the coffee has to first release all its CO or it will burst the bag, which means that it must sit around for several days before it can be packaged and shipped. This sitting around begins to rob the coffee of its freshness. Vacuum sealing is best for pre-ground coffee, which we already know is not going to taste as good as fresh-ground coffee.

Grind all beans before storing.
Absolutely not. Grinding the coffee breaks up the beans and their oils, exposes the beans to air, and makes the coffee go stale a lot faster, no matter how you store it. This especially holds true for flavored coffees! For the best tasting coffee, you should buy your beans whole and store them in a sealed container in a dark place . Grind right before serving!

Vacuum-sealed packaging equals fresh coffee.
Again, absolutely wrong. The coffee roasting process causes the coffee beans to release a gas by-product, specifically carbon dioxide. This gas release process continues for several days after roasting. In order to be vacuum sealed, the coffee has to first release all its CO or it will burst the bag, which means that it must sit around for several days before it can be packaged and shipped. This sitting around begins to rob the coffee of its freshness. Vacuum sealing is best for pre-ground coffee, which we already know is not going to taste as good as fresh-ground coffee.

 

The best method for packaging and shipping is in valve-sealed bags. The valve allows the carbon dioxide gasses and moisture to escape but doesn't allow oxygen or moisture in. Therefore, the fresh roasted coffee beans can be packaged and shipped immediately after roasting, ensuring the coffee's freshness and taste.

A quick review for storing your gourmet coffee

-Buy fresh roasted, whole bean coffee directly from a coffee roaster if possible.

-Look for valve-sealed bags, not vacuum-sealed. -Store your coffee beans in a sealed container in a dark place.

-Grind your beans just before brewing.