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Helpful hints for preparing a better espresso and frothier cappuccino. With many steps in preparing gourmet coffee, there is a variety of advice to best assist your needs for creating delicious coffee.
How do I know if my espresso is too hot?
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What is the difference between arabica and robusta?
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How do I know if my cappuccino is too hot?
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Why does my steam wand leak water?
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Why is my espresso machine chattering?
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How do I know if my machine is contaminated?
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What is the best source of water filtration?
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Why does my machine have poor steam pressure?
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How do I know if my espresso is too hot?
There are different characteristics to overheated espresso.
The crème will be a dark brown-orange.
The espresso has a sour and bitter taste.
The crème on top of the extracted espresso shot breaks apart after 5 seconds.
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What is the difference between arabica and robusta?
Arabica is grown in the highest mountain tops and robusta in plains.
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How do I know if my cappuccino is too hot?
The froth milk will smell burnt and be watered down with steam.
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Why does my steam wand leak water?
The steam valve is likely to have calcium build up. Calcium build up may prohibit valve to shut properly.
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Why is my espresso machine chattering?
The chattering is due to calcium build up on group head selenoids.
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How do I know if my machine is contaminated?
When opening the steam valves, the odor of rotten dairy will be present.
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What is the best source of water filtration?
The correct source of water filtration is a water softener with a filter.
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Why does my machine have poor steam pressure?
Poor steam pressure is due to calcium build up throughout the water tank.
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