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Espresso

Method Info Espresso is the only method that makes coffee with a pressure pump. When making coffee with an espresso machine, the water temperature is kept below the boiling level, which prevents coffee from burning. Lungo or ristretto, espresso is the king of coffee Coffee, Equipment and Recipe Coffee Fine Grind Equipment Burr Coffee GrinderPrecision scaleEspresso machineMilk pitcherCup (~170 ml) Dose 17-19 grams (or dose according to your filter basket size) Extraction Ratio 1:2 Preparation Step 1 Grind 17-19 grams of coffee in the filter basket (or dose according to your filter basket size). Step 2 Distribute the coffee equally in the filter basket and then tamp, just enough to seal the coffee in. The goal is a compact, smooth,...

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Cappuccino

Method Info An Italian invention, cappuccino can be drunk any time of the day all over the world. For many people it is the most harmonious coffee/milk ratio. Preparation (for 2 cups of cappuccino) Coffee, Equipment and Recipe Coffee Fine Grind Equipment Burr Coffee GrinderPrecision scaleEspresso machineMilk pitcherCup (~170 ml) Dose 17-19 grams (or dose according to your filter basket size) Extraction Ratio 1:2 Step 1 Froth the milk (~ 200gr for 2 beverages) in the milk pitcher to obtain an elastic texture with a smooth, glossy surface at the right temperature (62-64°C). Step 2 Grind 17-19 grams of coffee in the filter basket (or dose according to your filter basket size). Step 3 Distribute the coffee equally in the...

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Freddo Espresso

Method Info A greek novelty, first introduced in 1992 by KAFEA TERRA, as a cold summer beverage with creamy texture. It is enjoyed all year round! Coffee, Equipment and Recipe Coffee Fine Grind Equipment Burr Coffee GrinderPrecision scaleEspresso machineDrink mixerThick wall glass (300-330 ml) Dose 17-19 grams (or dose according to your filter basket size) Extraction Ratio 1:3 Preparation (for 1 drink) Step 1 Grind 17-19 grams of coffee in the filter basket. Step 2 Distribute the coffee equally in the filter basket and then tamp, just enough to seal the coffee in. The goal is a smooth, level surface. Step 3 Position the portafilter in the grouphead and start the extraction immediately. Step 4 Extraction completion ~ 30-35 sec....

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Freddo Cappuccino

Method Info Shortly after the freddo espresso was invented, the cappuccino version of it was added.The addition of ice-cold frothed milk enhances the beverge’s velvety texture. Coffee, Equipment and Recipe Coffee Fine Grind Equipment Burr Coffee GrinderPrecision scaleEspresso machineDrink mixerThick wall glass (300-330 ml) Dose 17-19 grams (or dose according to your filter basket size) Extraction Ratio 1:3 Preparation (for 1 drink) Step 1 Grind 17-19 grams of coffee in the filter basket. Step 2 Distribute the coffee equally in the filter basket and then tamp, just enough to seal the coffee in. The goal is a smooth, level surface. Step 3 Position the portafilter in the grouphead and start the extraction immediately. Step 4 Extraction completion ~ 30-35 sec....

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CHEMEX

Method Info A manual pour-over style glass coffeemaker with a design that has endured, unchanged (wood handle, leather cord, tapered glass and all), since its invention in 1941 by Peter Schlumbohm.It is included in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Coffee, Equipment and Recipe Coffee Medium to Coarse Grind Equipment ChemexChemex filtersWater boilerBurr coffee grinderPrecision scaleCup (250-300 ml)FiltersWater boilerBurr coffee grinderPrecision scaleCup (250-300 ml) Dose 36 gr for 2 cups, (60gr of coffee / 1 litre of water)600 ml of water Extraction Ratio 1:16 Preparation Step 1 Heat the water at the Right Temperature (92-96°C). Step 2 Position the paper filter in place, making sure the 3-layered side is facing the spout. This will...

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