Espresso Tutorial Chapter 5 - coffeecrew.com - victoria, b.c. canada (#)

  „In order for hot water to be pushed through the ground coffee, the pump has to be able to generate serious pressure to overcome the resistance created by the packed coffee. In the world of the coffee barista, or bartender, the term tamp is most commonly used. The coffee is tamped into the portafilter with a downward force of up to thirty pounds of pressure. This seems like a lot, doesnít it?“

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Espresso Tutorial Chapter 6 - coffeecrew.com - victoria, b.c. canada

  „I break down the espresso-cappuccino experience into 50% preparation and 50% speculation. Truth be told, you really never know what kind of espresso shot you are going to get until the liquid is streaming out of the machine into your shot glass or mug. There is something about this mysterious process, I suppose, that makes it so interesting for so many aficionados. I guess that is why I never get that excited about making a piece of toast.“

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  „You cannot make espresso or cappuccino without instructions and nothing beats the manual that comes with a good machine. Do not and I repeat DO NOT buy an espresso machine without instructions. If you do, do not come crying to me.“

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