Posted on 09 December 2009 by admin
Inspired by experts and demanding consumers with uncompromising standards of performance and quality, krups products have been built with these three key attributes in mind: passion, precision and perfection. Krups' xp1020 steam espresso machine provides professional results in a compact design. At just 11 inches tall, this espresso machine works in any kitchen space. The large capacity carafe holds up to 4 cups of espresso, and the steam wand is user friendly- thanks to an oversized dial. Removable drip tray allows simple clean up, stainless steel accents compliment any decor.
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Posted on 19 November 2009 by admin
Stainless steel, stovetop espresso maker produces 4 cups of rich, authentic Italian espresso in just 4-5 minutes.
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Posted on 19 November 2009 by admin
The AeroPress is an entirely new way to make coffee, American style or Espresso style for use in lattes, cappucinos and other espresso based drinks. AeroPress brews simply tasty coffee, 1-4 cups per pressing. Ideal water temperature and quicker brewing yields rich flavor with lower acidity and without bitterness. Other brewing processes use near boiling water and long exposure to coffee grounds. Quickly brew a variety of coffee drinks including an Americano or an espresso-style shot for use in lattes or cappuccinos. Its total-immersion system permits extraction at a moderate temperature and a small brew time. Water and grounds are mixed together for 10 seconds, then gentle air pressure pushes the mix through a micro-filter in just 20 seconds, which avoids the bitterness of long processes such as drip brewing. The air pressure also gently squeezes the last goodness from the grounds, further enriching the flavor. The total brewing time of only 30 seconds results in an exceptionally smooth brew.
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Posted on 19 November 2009 by admin
Make espresso like it's made in Europe, with this stovetop espresso maker. Stovetop espresso makers are well loved because they are simple to use, less expensive than electric espresso machines, take up small kitchen space and … they make utterly fantastic espresso. That's why stovetop espresso machines have been well loved and well used all around the world. To use simply add water to the lower part of maker, add ground coffee beans to the basket and place unit on stovetop burner. And voile! fresh and tasty espresso for lattes, mochas, cappuccinos or drinking straight. This espresso maker is made of strong and long lasting stainless steel and has a four cup capacity.
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Posted on 18 November 2009 by admin
Indulge making your specialty coffee drinks at home. You can have fun serving Espresso, Cappuccinos and Lattes to your guest while conveniently being able to also make regular black coffee. Show off with your Combination Coffeemaker and Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker machine. Coffeemaker has a removable cone filter basket, removable water reservoir and 8 cup capacity. Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker is a steam-driven unit with a variable steam control, powerful frothing aid and 4 cup capacity.
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Posted on 18 November 2009 by admin
DeLonghi's state-of-the-art EC5 Expresso Maker features steam processing, two-cup simultaneous capacity, patented safety cap, swivel jet frother, 8.5 ounce heat-resistant glass carafe, On/Off Switch with indicator light and a large removable drip tray for quick and simple cleanup.
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Posted on 17 November 2009 by admin
Whilst looking to buy a 4 cup coffee maker should be an simple task, there is some trade-off in the quality of both the coffee maker and the coffee they make when compared to more expensive, larger brewers.
A common problem many people encounter is spillage. Sometimes the design of the spout is poor, resulting in coffee spilled all over the bench when trying to pour a cup. If the spout is small, as it seems to be with the four cup coffee maker designs, the only solution here is just to pour more slowly, or pour over the sink if you’re in a rush or half asleep in the morning.
In other instances, the coffee basket retains a lot of moisture. This leads to moisture dripping on the hot plate after you remove the carafe. Whilst not a huge problem, this can be annoying, and means a small extra cleaning.
Some four cup coffee makers have a delay brew feature which you can set up to 24 hours in advance. This can be fantastic if you want to wake up to an already brewed cup in the morning. Be aware, though, that there can be problems with the timer. Some customers who have used Mr. Coffee’s 4-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker found that the timer lost a few minutes each day, although others have reported no problems.
Most 4 cup coffee makers don’t seem to hold up to heavy daily use. This could be because they are generally cheaper, in which case, simply updating your coffee maker every year shouldn’t pose too much of a problem. But if you like to use the brewer more than once a day, you may want to invest in a larger model and just use a smaller amount of water. This can also solve the problems of coffee quality that many people find is sacrificed when using a smaller model.
If you start by using about 1 tablespoon of coffee per cup of water, you can easily tailor smaller quantities of coffee to the larger models.
One thing to be aware of is that often the cup sizes specified by manufacturers is smaller than the average sup of coffee we drink. So, a 4 cup coffee maker may really only be a 2 to 2.5 cup.
Four cup coffee makers are compact, and can look stylish. They offer an advantage to students in dorms, and those with very small bench tops. But if you’re serious about the taste of your coffee, these cheaper models often taste a small metallic, or like plastic. The strength of the brew can be hard to control, and the additional features don’t always work as reliably as the manufacturers claim. Some models don’t even have a warmer, meaning you’ll have to either microwave your coffee or store in a thermos to keep it hot.
Other problems can lie in whether the portable coffee cups really don’t spill in the car. Choose what is most vital to you – size of the maker, the quality of the coffee, the price of the model, certain individual features, or the availability of things like filters. Once you know what is most vital to you, it becomes simpler to narrow down the choice and choose if the 4 cup coffee maker is for you.
