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Buying a Coffee and Espresso Maker If you are looking for a big pot of drip coffee or espresso, a coffee and espresso maker is a must for your kitchen. At Target we offer an array of designs and features to meet your needs. Espresso machines high pressure pushes water through ground beans in seconds. The grounds are then tamped to make them compact and lock them. Features When buying a coffee maker or espresso machine, there are many aspects to take into consideration. The features are what determine the machine's capabilities and suitability for your needs. Find features that are simple and enhance the quality of your drink and allow you to personalize your drink. Espresso and coffee makers aren't difficult to make. For example the classic Bialetti Moka Express is a non-electric brewer that makes use of the pot that slowly drips water over ground beans. Some models have more advanced options, like a dual boiler that lets you to make espresso as well as steamed or frothed milk simultaneously. Digital displays will also inform you when your water tank needs to be topped up or when it's time to remove or clean out the grounds bin and when other maintenance tasks are due. Most modern espresso makers and coffee makers utilize the same brewing process that involves pouring hot water over freshly ground or ground beans. They're typically designed to stop the brewing process at the appropriate time, allowing you to take each morning with a fresh cup. Certain models let you select the level of brew you prefer, and others have adjustable temperatures to give you the best flavor. The most expensive model of espresso and coffee machines is the superautomatic, which is designed for you to perform everything. They are typically equipped with a built in grinder so that they can grind and brew coffee with fresh beans. They will also usually include a separate steamer that is used to make cappuccinos and lattes. You might also select from a range of beverages, including hot chocolate from their menu. If you have a small kitchen, opt for a small model that doesn't take up a lot of counter space. Consider a multi-cup coffee maker that can handle different sizes of cups if there are many household members who have different preferences in coffee. If you're a coffee or Espresso connoisseur then look for models that let you customize the brew intensity and water-to-coffee ratio so that you can make the perfect cup every time. A good warranty and responsive customer service are other important aspects to take into consideration when buying a coffee and espresso maker. Depending on the manufacturer the warranty can vary from one to three years. Simple to Use You need more than a standard drip-filter coffee maker to make a cafe like beverage at home. For espresso, water under high pressure is pushed at a high speed through finely ground beans. The result is a few “shots” of caffeine that have a thick, creamy crema that is topped with. For this process, most espresso machines and combination coffee make use of a portafilter basket as well as a steaming arm, whereas others rely pre-packaged pods, filters, or let you measure and grind beans by hand. The type of machine you pick will depend on how involved you'd like to be as well as the space you have. Manual machines give you the most control, but they take a lot of work grinding the coffee beans, hand-tamp it and pull your shots. Semiautomatic models take an extra step or two of the process, such as grinding and tamping, but require more effort than an automated machine. Fully automatic espresso and coffee makers can make a full pot of drip coffee or an entire espresso cup with just the press of a button. It is also important to think about whether you're brewing for just one or more people. Certain models, like the Nespresso Vertuo Plus can brew three cups of espresso or coffee simultaneously. This is a great way to meet your coffee-drinking needs in the morning however it might not be the best option if you're making for a crowd. Dual boilers let you brew steaming and coffee simultaneously so that you don't need to wait until one feature cools down before starting the other. This feature is especially beneficial when you are planning to make lattes and cappuccinos. It is less likely that a coffee or espresso machine that has a removable reservoir will accumulate mineral deposits. You'll still need to clean the reservoir regularly, but you'll save yourself 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: Harder water produces more dissolved minerals, which makes your machine need descaling more frequently. Water that is soft or filtered is more gentle on your machine and can reduce the frequency of descaling. Ease of Cleaning A coffee maker or espresso maker is a significant purchase for a lot of homeowners, and requires regular maintenance to keep its performance and longevity at maximum levels. Cleaning the carafe as well as other removable parts of an espresso machine or drip coffee maker, is an essential part of maintaining. Use vinegar or a descaling solution once every week to keep your equipment. Some models have sensors that light up when it's time to clean. While Coffeee is a great option for countertops and sinks, the acidity can damage the rubber seals and other components of your coffee and espresso maker, thereby limiting its life. Many brands, including Lavazza and Smeg, also advise against use vinegar to clean your coffee maker because it could void the warranty. To clean your espresso maker or coffee maker, first you must remove the portafilter and basket from the group. Utilizing a nylon brush or scrubby pad, dislodge any grounds from the portafilter and basket. Rinse them thoroughly with hot water, and then dry them with a clean towel. Next, clean your brewing group. Place a cleaning tablet in the blind filter. Run a backflush. You can also manually backflush your machine by placing a cleaning tablet solution inside the portafilter, activating the brewing program after which you will have to stop for 10 seconds. Repeat this process until you can see an even flow of water. This indicates that the machine has been descaled. As the water flows through the espresso machine, it has to soak through the mesh that makes up the brew group. If this mesh is dirty, it could be blocked by coffee residue and negatively impact the extraction process. Calatrello recommends that you take off the mesh once every month and clean it with a toothbrush. Then, soak it overnight in hot water with a cleaning tablet. If you own a fully automatic espresso and coffee maker You can clean it by removing the reservoir of water and filling it up with clean water adding cleaning tablets, and running a backflush process. It is recommended to wipe the inside of the pot as well as the water reservoir to remove any residue and staining. You'll need to wash and dry the carafe as well as the reservoir of water prior to reassemble the appliance. Ease of Maintenance If you want to brew an espresso quickly or coffee on the go, opt for an automatic model. It doesn't need any intervention from you. They typically use baskets that contain ground coffee beans and water that has warmed to the ideal temperature before being released into the grounds and brewed as one shot. These machines are ideal for those who love the process of making coffee but don't want to spend long learning the techniques and skills required to create the finest tasting drinks. They are easy to operate and clean. The results are similar to those of a drip coffee maker. To maintain your machine make sure you dump the grounds that have been used and scrub down the portafilter and grouphead after every use. Additionally, you'll need to flush the machine back on a regular basis—this is accomplished by locking the portafilter into the grouphead and running the brew cycle for a several times until the water is clear. Coffeehouses do this at the end of every day, but home users can do it every couple of days or once per week, using detergent, for a deeper cleaning. You'll also need to clean your steam wand, milk reservoir as well as other components of the machine regularly. We recommend cleaning them once a week. You can do this by cleaning all areas of your machine using the vinegar-soapy solution (check the instructions before starting because some manufacturers don't recommend vinegar). Lastly, you should change your filter on a regular basis as hard water tends to accumulate mineral residue more quickly than soft or filtered water. This could make your espresso or coffee maker not to run or have a distinct taste. Purchase a coffee and Espresso maker that comes with a water hardness tester to prevent this.