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10 Misconceptions That Your Boss May Have Regarding Espresso Machines
How to Maintain Espresso Machines

Espresso drinks can be an excellent addition to establishments such as hair salons, doctors offices, and automobile dealerships. Providing these gourmet drinks can improve customers' patience as they wait for service and improve the ambience of your establishment.

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The Basics

Espresso machines can be an excellent addition to any office or home. They can be used to create various drinks, including cappuccinos and lattes. They work by pushing hot water through ground coffee under high pressure. This creates a concentrated shot that is full of flavor. It's a great source of caffeine, which is an effective stimulant.

These machines are available in a broad variety of sizes, ranging from compact models for home use to larger ones to be used for commercial purposes. These machines are available in manual and semi-automatic versions. Manual machines require the user to regulate the flow of water and pressure while semi-automatic models have an integrated pump that can do this for you. Some semi-automatic machines have grinders, whereas others do not. The type of machine you pick will depend on your personal preference and budget.

A manual espresso machine functions by letting the user use a handle to push water through grounds that have been put in a basket for filtering. This kind of machine is commonly referred to as caffettiera or macchinetta, and is the most common form of espresso maker. It features the bottom chamber, which holds the water and a top chamber that has an aluminum filter. When heated, the steam is forced through the coffee grounds before being pushed into the top of the machine, from where the espresso is ready for consumption.

Varieties

There are various types of espresso machines available depending on your preferences. They include semi-automatic, manual and fully automatic coffee machines. Each machine has its own distinctive way of producing espresso shots, as well as other beverages like cappuccinos and lattes.

The first machines were not completely automated, requiring the user to operate a lever manually that produced the pressure needed to brew a shot espresso. They are still in use however they are not as frequent due to the amount of effort required and the stress they can cause. Modern espresso machines create pressure using a variety such as screw, push and see-saw designs. This allows the user to control pre-infusion and water volume more precisely than the lever machine.

A pump-driven espresso machine is akin to the stovetop moka pot, but uses an electric pump instead of steam to press the grounds. They are equipped with a boiler that is heated to a point of boiling and a pump pushes it through a group head to the coffee. They are the most popular types of espresso machines and they're usually less expensive than other varieties.

Semi-automatic espresso machines combine the best aspects of both pump-driven and manual espresso machines. They let you grind the beans and tamp them, while a motor controls pressure for consistency. They also come with a separate compartment that is heated and froths milk and some are equipped with an integrated grinder.

Functions

Commercial espresso machines can prepare a vast variety of coffees, including espressos at the press of a button. They use pre-packaged coffee pods that are precisely dosed and packed to make a single cup of espresso or coffee. These machines are streamlined and eliminate the need for grinders, dosing, and tamping, which makes them an ideal choice for busy offices. Since they lack steam functions and a separate milk frother is required to make cappuccinos and lattes.

In the 19th century, a lot of cafes in Europe relied on steam machines to speed up brewing and boost production. These early machines were heated on an open flame, resulting in uneven pressure and temperature. Angelo Moriondo, an Italian inventor from Turin is credited with developing the first machine to brew coffee without steam.


The most commonly used model of espresso machine currently is a pump-driven machine. These machines have a porta-filter into which ground espresso beans are inserted. When the valve switches to the espresso position it extracts the espresso by water under 15 atmospheres of pressure coming from a heating vessel. After the brew process is complete, the portafilter is removed and then emptied to be cleaned.

Automated espresso machines automatize semi-automatic systems, controlling the extraction time based upon internal or volumetric timers. They also remove the barista's ability to grind or tamp coffee, which could affect the quality of the final product.

Maintenance

Espresso machines are not the most beautiful item in the coffee shop, however they're extremely important. The way you maintain the espresso machine will impact the quality and taste of your drinks.

Clean espresso machines ensure that the taste of your coffee isn't ruined and your customer's experience is great. The regularity of cleanings will prolong the life of your espresso machine.

Use machine espresso and clean the portafilters and baskets each shift to get rid of any oils or residues. During this time, backflush gasket in the portafilter (the seal between the portafilter and the group head) by inserting a nylon brush inside the gasket and dragging it around to dislodge any buildup. Rinse out the gasket and then run it again until the water is clear.

Mix espresso machine cleaner with water in a container as per the instructions of the manufacturer once a week, or as needed. Then soak the portafilters as well as the baskets in the cleaning solution for a night. If your espresso maker has a steam wand, remove the screen and wand from the group with the help of a screwdriver, and soak them separately in the cleaning solution too.