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Soda coffee with flavor added is 'not blending'
I'm experimenting with coffee soda. My current mix is:
Cold brew 1 cup
1:1 Sugar syrup
200 mL carbonated water (soda)
1 teaspoon of citric acid (Knorr's lime powder)
flavor of choice
ice
I noticed ...
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How to fix De'Longhi EC 685 low pressure?
My De'Longhi Dedica Style EC 685 is only 2,5 years old. Since yesterday I get only a few drips of coffee, when I start a run. I tried to clean every single part and decalcify, but without improvement.
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What's the difference between preinfusion vs pulling a slower shot of espresso?
I can do a 20s pre-infusion at 2 bars of pressure followed by pulling a 30sec shot at 9 bars of pressure.
But why not just pull a slower 50sec-shot (either at a lower pressure or by grinding finer) if ...
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Small issue when turning dial quickly on Baratza Virutoso+
This is a rather minor issue, but I'm wondering if it's actually normal.
When I turn the timer dial quickly to the left, the timer value actually jumps UP instead of decreasing as it would when I turn ...
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Recommendation for drip coffee maker (auto drip) w/out plastic
Can anyone recommend a drip coffee maker that doesn’t have plastic components? Or at least no plastic that comes in contact with the coffee or hot water? Looking for something made from primarily ...
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What are the best ground coffee beans for cold brew, considering temperature's role?
The ideal water temperature for extracting flavors from coffee grounds is between 195°F and 205°F (90°C to 96°C). This range is optimal for dissolving the right balance of flavors, oils, and acids ...
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What is the coffee to water ratio by weight for Vietnamese coffee using a Phin?
What is the bean to water ratio by weight for Vietnamese coffee using a Phin? My friend says it is often too watery, so she wants me to try. I have read in another question "Two heaped teaspoons&...
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How to clean a Nespresso Vertuo in between descalings
I own a Nespresso Vertuo. The machine is about four years old. I follow the instructions and descale the machine as needed using the Nespresso descaling solution.
I notice that as my machine gets ...
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Dismantling De'Longhi coffee machine
About 6 months ago I bought a Di'Longhi coffee machine, https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B085J8LV4F?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title, and recently descaled. As part of that I removed a screw in the ...
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Coffee pouch got hardened after air travel
I bought two coffee pouches from supermarket to be given as a gift to someone. One pouch was Starbucks 160 gm pouch and other was another brand. Before taking flight, both were packed in checked ...
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Delonghi ECP 3420 Spraying issue
I have had my Delonghi ECP3420 for almost a year now but in the last month I have had reoccurring issues with my machine, which has now led to it not working no matter what.
The main issue I have been ...
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What is the approximate ingredient cost per coffee for a local coffee shop in NYC?
I know it depends on many factors, such as the type of coffee, ingredients, and suppliers, but I'm hoping for any realistic example. This could be a calculation based on your knowledge of the industry ...
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Why is there a black foam inside the floaters used in Senseo machines?
Senseo machines have a floater in the water tank which indicates low water and stops the machine from running dry. This floater has a magnet inside, which due to humidity rusts, expands and blocks the ...
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Can I actually get only 2-3% of AeroPress water to drip through?
The official AeroPress FAQ states that "about 2-3%" of water can drip through prior to stirring and pressing. When using James Hoffmann's Ultimate AeroPress Technique, however, it seems that ...
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How to buy the best coffee in the supermarket (UK)?
I buy coffee (ground or beans) mostly in two ways: good coffee online or in specialist shops; or whatever looks best last minute in the supermarket when I've run out.
I'm always overwhelmed by choice ...
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