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How do Espresso Machines function
Espresso machines are purpose designed and manufactured for brewing espresso coffee. The type, size, brand and feature list are determining factors in the price of an espresso machine. There are five types of espresso machines available for purchase.
Manual Espresso Machines
The manual espresso machine requires the operator to manage each step of the espresso coffee brewing process. Manual espresso machines feature a lever that the user manually operates to apply pressure to water forcing it through the coffee grinds to produce a cup of coffee. Initially, coffee grinds are compressed into the portafilter with a tamper then the portafilter is connected to the espresso machine to begin the manual lever action. The design of the manual machine means there is no steam pump engineered into these machines to aid the brewing process. Therefore, any user of a manual machine requires some training to produce a cup of espresso coffee.
Manual espresso machines suit those users who want a more authentic espresso brewing experience. Manual espresso machines also suit those in training as professional baristas for the reasons that the trainee experiences all the stages involved in the brewing process and gains an an appreciation of of the complete espresso brewing process.
Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
Semi-automatic espresso machines are available from a number of manufacturers. These machines have automatic controls to begin and stop the espresso making process and a pump to assist the brewing stage. With a semi-automatic machine you need to supply coffee to the portafilter, tamp the grounds and when finished, clean the machine. Semi-automatic espresso machines do not contain a coffee grinder.
Automatic Espresso Machines
For users who don't want to control the brewing process, automatic espresso machines are not difficult to use, contain a pump and brew a cup of espresso without interaction from the user.
This type of espresso machine is often found in cafes and restaurants for preparing espresso drinks. The simple control features of the automatic machine is useful for professional purposes when there is volume demand for espresso drinks.
Within a cafe environment, for example, the barista simply fills the portafilter with coffee grinds, tamps the grinds and uses the auto buttons to allow the machine to perform the espresso brewing stage. An automatic machine can produce one or more cups, depending on the settings. The machines are capable of producing both regular espresso and decaffeinated brew styles. The final cup of espresso is ready to drink within a few seconds. Included with an automatic machines is a milk steamer. This is controlled by either a knob is a preset button. The barista chooses what to use depending on the amount of control required for the final espresso quality. Fully automatic machines are fast, easy to learn and productive but lose the artistic side of espresso making.
Steam Driven Espresso Machines
Steam type espresso machines produce coffee by the use of high pressure steam and boiled water. This design is a older type of process for making espresso drinks. The steam driven espresso type of machine is generally less expensive than the automatic and semi-automatic machines. Depending on the model, a pump may or may not be included to assist with forcing hot water through the coffee grounds.
Super Automatic Espresso Machines
Expensive and high-end, super automatic espresso machines contain a grinder for processing coffee grounds; automatic coffee tamping, a pump and a waste box for used coffee grinds. Super automatic espresso machines also shut off automatically and let you program how strong you want your cup of espresso.
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