How to brew coffee in a coffee maker
Coffee preparation methods are constantly being improved. New technologies and devices are emerging to make it easy to make a delicious drink at home. There are different types of coffee makers with different features and range of functions.
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About brewing coffee
The demand for coffee makers began to grow as people began to switch to drinking a good quality natural drink. It is recommended to find out the key differences between the models to make the right choice. The following models exist:
- drip;
- geyser;
- carob type.
Regardless of the model, there are general operating rules:
- Before using the punishment, carefully study the operating instructions.
- You should run the device several times when there is only water inside. This will help eliminate the appearance of foreign, unpleasant tastes and odors. The water will remove any debris that may have entered the device during production.
- Detergents used to clean the coffee grinder should not contain abrasive particles. They may scratch the surface.
How to brew coffee in a geyser coffee maker
The first models were made of aluminum. Now on the market there are geyser coffee makers made of steel and ceramics. The key feature is the method by which the main component is affected, like a geyser.The coffee maker has two containers, which are separated by a filter.
Important! When purchasing such a model, pay attention to its production volume. Geyser machines can make up to 18 servings of coffee at a time.
To prepare a drink in such a coffee maker, you must follow these steps:
- Unscrew the top of the model and remove the filter for ground coffee.
- You need to pour water into the lower container when it does not reach the limit mark. If you exceed it, the drink will not turn out as desired.
- The filter, which looks like a strainer, is filled completely with coffee mixture. Tamp it down a little and remove excess. The most suitable product is medium grind.
- The model needs to be put back together. Place it on the fire or plug it in. Do not leave the coffee maker unattended.
- When the water starts to boil, steam will appear. Then you should immediately remove the coffee maker from the heat. Electric models turn off automatically. Before pouring the coffee, you must wait until the boiling stops. Then you can start pouring the drink into cups.
You can prepare espresso using the described method. If the drink is too strong, add a little milk or water.
There are some nuances that are important to follow in order to prepare a quality drink:
- You should grind the coffee before loading it into the filter, not beforehand. This will allow you to achieve a richer taste. For geyser models, medium and coarse powders should be used. This will help avoid thick and oversaturated mass.
- The taste of drinks is greatly affected by the quality of water. Use filtered water instead of tap water.
- It is recommended to wash the product after each use. You can even do without special detergents; warm water will do.
- Compact the coffee mixture so that it does not spill out. Assemble the product into a single whole.
- Do not open the coffee maker while it is running. This will negatively affect the quality of the drink. You can get burns this way. Therefore, it is better not to touch it while preparing the drink.
- If you notice sediment in the resulting drink, the wrong grind of the beans was chosen. Increase it.
The following recommendations will help you achieve a tasty and high-quality drink.
How to brew coffee in a drip coffee maker
Drip coffee makers are very popular among consumers. They are also called American by another name. To get the drink you will need ground coffee mass. You can buy it ready-made in the store. You can also grind the beans yourself if you have a coffee grinder. One cup requires no more than three teaspoons of ground coffee.
How strong, aromatic and rich the coffee will be depends directly on how much powder you add. If you have a drip coffee maker, it is recommended to follow these instructions:
- pour water into the container provided for this purpose;
- fill the special reservoir with ground coffee;
- then check how tightly the model is closed and turn it on;
- wait until the signal sounds, indicating that the coffee is ready.
These recommendations for making coffee apply to simple models of drip coffee makers. But now there are a variety of options with a range of additional features that may include:
- Drink strength regulator.
- Built-in coffee bean grinding function.
- Automatic heating function.With its help, you can keep the coffee at a high temperature after it has been prepared for some time. As a rule, no more than 30 minutes.
If such functions are available in the selected model, you can configure it so that the prepared drinks best suit your taste preferences.
How to brew coffee in a carob coffee maker
Carob coffee makers do not have a function that allows you to grind coffee beans. This does not apply only to hybrid models, where such an opportunity exists. For carob-type products, it is recommended to use coffee with a medium or coarse grind.
If you take small grains, then water will begin to pass further through them. You can choose the degree of roasting of beans and the type of coffee to suit your taste. This will not affect the operation of the coffee maker.
After purchasing the device and purchasing suitable beans, you can start making coffee. To do this, follow these recommendations:
- Turn on the coffee maker; it will take some time to heat up.
- Then you need to take a cone, called a holder, and pour ground coffee inside.
- This step is key. It determines how high-quality and tasty the coffee will be. At this stage, the powder is compacted. Using a special tamping device called a tamper, you need to press down on the coffee.
- Pressing can be done in several ways. With the first method, the coffee is pressed well with a horn and a tamper. Do this once, without repetition.
- The second method is to take the horn and lightly press the tamper onto the coffee. Then you can easily hit the wall of the holder. Repeat the pressing procedure using a little more force.
- After this, excess powder is carefully removed. Put the horn back in place.
- Place the cup under the spout and turn on the device.
As a result of these steps, you will receive ready-made coffee. Despite the many steps listed, preparing a drink in a carob coffee maker is quite simple. Difficulty can arise only at the pressing stage.
Each of the described types of coffee makers has its own characteristics and nuances when preparing the drink. If everything is done correctly, you will get delicious and high-quality coffee. Therefore, carefully follow the instructions when preparing the drink.