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Buying a Coffee and Espresso Maker A coffee and espresso machine is a must-have for any kitchen, whether you prefer a full-sized pot or espresso. At Target we have a wide selection of styles and features to suit your preferences. High pressure forces water into ground beans within seconds. The grounds are then tamped in order to evenly compact them and interlock. Features There are a number of things to take into consideration when purchasing an espresso maker and coffee maker. The most important is the factors that determine its functionality and its suitability to your requirements. Consider features that offer convenience, improve the quality of your beverage and allow for customization of your beverage. Espresso makers and coffee makers can be quite simple. For instance, the traditional Bialetti Moka Express is a non-electric brewer that makes use of a pot that slowly drips water over the ground beans. Certain models come with more advanced options, like a dual boiler that lets you to make espresso as well as steamed or frothed milk simultaneously. Digital displays can also notify you when your tank requires topping up or when it is time to empty or clean out the grounds bin and when other maintenance tasks are due. The majority of modern espresso makers and coffee makers utilize a similar brewing method that involves pouring hot filtered water over pre-ground or ground beans. They're often designed to automatically stop brewing at the right time, allowing you to have an iced cup every morning. Some models let you select the level of brew you prefer and some have adjustable temperatures to give you the most flavorful brew. The top model of coffee and espresso machines is the superautomatic that is specifically designed to allow you to do everything. They usually have a built-in grinder, so they can grind and brew your coffee using fresh beans. They'll usually also include an additional steam wand to make cappuccinos and lattes. You may also be able to choose from a range of drinks including hot chocolate from their menu. If you live in small kitchens, you should consider a compact model to reduce counter space. If you have multiple people in the household with their own coffee preferences look into a multi-cup machine that is able to accommodate different sizes of cups. If you're an Espresso or coffee connoisseur, then look for models that allow you to customize the brew intensity and water-to–coffee ratio so you can make the perfect cup each time. When shopping for an espresso and coffee machine, a dependable warranty and a responsive service are crucial factors to take into consideration. Warranty terms vary from one to three years dependent on the brand. Simple to Use If you're looking to create an espresso-like drink at home, you need more than a basic drip filter coffee maker. To make espresso, highly pressurized water is pushed through finely ground coffee beans at high speeds. The result is a few “shots” of caffeine that have a thick, creamy crema that is topped with. To achieve this, the majority of espresso machines that combine coffee and espresso utilize a portafilter basket and steaming arm, while others use pre-packaged pods, filters, or allow you to measure and grind beans manually. The kind of machine you select will depend on how involved you'd like to be as well as the space you have. A manual machine gives you the most control, however, it will require lots of work: You'll need grind the beans, then hand-tamp the coffee and pull your shots. Semiautomatic models take one or two steps out of the process, like grinding and tamping, but require more effort than an automated machine. Fully automated espresso makers can prepare a complete pot of drip coffee or an entire espresso cup with the click of a button. Think about whether you are making coffee for one person or an entire group of people. Certain models, like the Nespresso Vertuo Plus, can make up to three cups of coffee or espresso simultaneously. This is a convenient option for those who prefer to make their own coffee in the morning, but may not be ideal if you are preparing for large numbers. Dual boilers let you prepare coffee and steam milk simultaneously to ensure that you don't need to wait until one function cools before starting the next. This feature is especially useful when you're planning to make cappuccinos or lattes. It is less likely that a coffee or espresso machine that has an adjustable reservoir will build up mineral deposits. You'll still need to clean the reservoir regularly but you'll save some time by not having to pour out and replace a whole pot of water. Another factor that can contribute to mineral build-up is the hardness of your water. A water that is harder to soften produces more dissolved minerals, which causes your machine to need descaling more frequently. Soft or filtered water is less stressful to use and reduces the frequency of descaling. Ease of Cleaning For many home owners the coffee or espresso machine is a significant investment. It requires regular maintenance to ensure that it operates at its peak and lasts as long as possible. Whether you use drip coffee makers or an espresso machine, regular cleaning of the carafe and other parts that can be removed is a critical part of the upkeep process. Using vinegar or a specialized descaling solution at least once a month is important to help maintain your machine and certain models might feature light-up sensors that notify you when it's time to clean. While vinegar is great for sinks and counters, its acidity can cause damage to rubber seals and other components of your coffee and espresso machine, reducing its lifespan. Many brands, like Lavazza and Smeg, also advise against use vinegar to clean your coffee maker as it could invalidate the warranty. To clean your espresso maker or coffee maker, first remove the portafilter and the basket from the group. Utilizing the nylon brush or scrubby pad, clean any remaining grounds from the portafilter and the basket. Both of them should be thoroughly rinsed with hot water and then dried using a clean cloth. Next, clean your brewing group. Put an empty cleaning tablet into the blind filter. Run an automatic backflush. You can also manually backflush your machine by placing a tablet of cleaning solution inside the portafilter, turning on the brewing software after which you will have to stop for 10 seconds. Repeat this process until the water flow is steady. This means that your machine has been descaled. The mesh of the brew group must be soaked up by water as it runs through the espresso machine. When this mesh is dirty, it may get blocked by coffee residue and negatively impact the extraction process. To ensure that the mesh is always in good working order, Calatrello recommends unscrewing it once a month cleaning it with a toothbrush and soaking it overnight in hot water using a cleaning tablet dissolved in it. If you have a fully automated espresso and coffee maker, you can clean the machine by removing the water reservoir, then filling it up with fresh water, putting in a cleaning tablet and running a backflush application. It is also recommended to clean the inside of the water reservoir as well as the pot to get rid of any stains or residue. You'll need to wash and dry the carafe as well as the water reservoir prior to put the appliance back together. Easy Maintenance If you're looking to brew up a quick espresso or cup of coffee on the go, look for an automatic model that doesn't require any effort from you. These models typically have a basket that contains ground coffee beans and water that has heated to the proper temperature, then poured into the grounds and brewed as a single shot. These machines are great for those who love making coffee but don't have much time to study the skills and techniques that create the best tasting drinks. Coffeee are easy to use and clean. The results are similar to those of a drip coffee maker. To maintain your machine ensure that you remove the grounds used up from the portafilter following each use and clean the portafilter and grouphead. Additionally, you'll need to backflush your machine regularly. This is done by locking the portafilter into the grouphead and running the brew cycle a several times until the water runs clear. This is a job that coffeehouses perform at the end of every day, but which home owners can easily perform every few days or alternatively, once a week with detergent for a deeper clean. You'll also have to clean your steam wand, milk reservoir, and other parts of the machine on a regular basis. We recommend cleaning them once a week. To do this, simply clean all the parts of the machine with vinegar and warm soapy water (check the manual prior to doing so as some manufacturers advise against using vinegar). Lastly, you should change your filter on a regular basis as hard water tends to build up mineral residues more quickly than soft or filtered water. This could cause your espresso and coffee maker to not run, or have a different taste. To avoid this happening, you should purchase a coffee and espresso maker that has an instrument to measure the water hardness.