Second most traded commodity in the world after oil, coffee occupies a privileged place in the daily life of the French. According to some investigations and the consumer portal, more than 90% of the population consumes it. Although the arrival of practical capsule machines has won over a large number of households, models with grain grinders have managed to make a comeback, with more performance. With the increasingly wide choice offered on the market, it is sometimes difficult to find your way around. Do not hesitate to use our comparison with reviews and tests to find the best model that will meet your expectations and avoid bad purchases.
FAQs
How to clean a bean to cup coffee machine?
A large majority of bean-to-cup coffee machines are designed with an integrated maintenance system that cleans the water ducts after each use, and performs complete descaling using a dedicated button, not to mention cleaning the grounds container.
Which grinder to choose for a bean-to-cup coffee machine?
The coffee bean machine is available today in two different types of grinders. You have the choice between steel blades and ceramic blades which are more discreet and quieter.
Why adjust the grind?
The fineness of the grind plays an essential role in the quality of the coffee. The finer it is, the slower the passage of hot water, in order to recover the taste and aroma of the coffee. A coarse grind, on the other hand, will produce a light, low-intensity coffee.
What sound level?
The coffee bean machine can be noisy, especially when grinding the beans. On average, this sound level is around 65 dB (A). This goes down to 47 dB (A) on the best devices.
How long does the extraction take?
On a bean-to-cup coffee machine, the extraction time varies depending on the fineness of the grind. It is therefore necessary to plan between 45 seconds and 1 min for the preparation of the first morning coffee.
What to do with coffee grounds?
The coffee grounds obtained after preparing your drink are very useful in gardening. So remember not to throw them directly in the trash, but to use them as fertilizer. Otherwise, it is recommended to contact a collection center which will in turn send it to a recycling company.
What pressure?
A pressure of at least 15 bars is necessary to prepare a good coffee rich in aromas from a machine with an integrated grinder. Some more sophisticated and efficient models even offer a pressure of up to 19 bars.
Carafe or milk pipe: what’s the difference?
Often insulated, especially on the most sophisticated appliances, the milk carafe is directly integrated into the coffee machine. To be immersed in the milk jug, the milk hose must instead be connected to the steam nozzles.
What water to use for a bean coffee machine?
Tap water is not recommended for making coffee from a machine with an integrated grinder. To bring out all the aromas of the grains, it would be best to use colorless, odorless and neutral water, such as spring water or filtered water.
What is the use of the steam nozzle?
The steam nozzle is a structure specially designed for the preparation of milk froth for milk drinks.
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