Coffee tools and machines
Are you looking to purchase a Nespresso espresso machine and are undecided between the Vertuo and VertuoPlus models? Both of these brewers are very convenient and share some similarities that make it hard to choose among them. However, knowing their differences in size, functionality, and other additional features will help you make the right choice. … Read more
Cuisinart coffee makers are state-of-the-art brewers with various functionalities that let you know whenever a problem occurs. One of these features is the ‘clean‘ alert, which lets you know that your coffee machine is dirty and needs to be cleaned/decalcified. To turn off the clean light, you must clean your Cuisinart brewer using the correct … Read more
Nespresso coffee machines are some of the most reliable on the market. However, they sometimes develop leakage problems due to various causes. If your Nespresso brewer is leaking water or coffee, you need to find out the cause of the leak to fix it correctly. Why is my Nespresso leaking? If your espresso machine is … Read more
t’s not uncommon to notice a blinking orange light on your Nespresso brewer. However, there are multiple orange blinking lights, each of which has a different meaning. Knowing how to differentiate these light alerts will enable you to fix the underlying issue with your Nespresso brewer correctly. Nespresso may blink thrice to show it’s in … Read more
The automatic frothing function on Delonghi espresso machines makes it easier to brew cappuccinos, lattes, and other milk-based coffee drinks. However, this component can, at times, develop defects, thus preventing the formation of milk froth/foam. To fix milk frothing failure on your Delonghi brewer, you need to know the various causes that may lead to … Read more
The wide range of pod options for Nespresso coffee lovers can sometimes be confusing. There’s much to choose from single/double espresso pods to Lungo/Gran Lungo pods. Before trying out the Nespresso Gran Lungo, you should consider its size, caffeine content, flavor profile, and amount of crema it produces. What does Nespresso Lungo or Gran Lungo … Read more
Different airports have different rules on permitting coffee grounds aboard flights. In the USA, you may or may not be allowed to bring coffee grounds on a plane, depending on different situations. The amount of coffee you’re carrying or how you’ve packaged it also determines whether you’ll be allowed to bring it along your flight … Read more
Nespresso brewers feature different kinds of alerts compared to Keurig, one of which is the half-red, half-yellow alert. To eliminate built-up limescale, you must descale your brewer whenever this indicator light comes on. Proper descaling of Nespresso machines entails using a commercial descaling solution. What does half-red half-yellow mean on Nespresso? The half-red, half-yellow light … Read more
Keurig coffee made using stale water that has been in the brewer for too long tastes awful. What’s more, such water can leak out and cause damage during transport. That’s why it’s important to know how to drain your Keurig brewer for storage and transportation. Can you drain all the water out of a Keurig? … Read more
Keurig is great for removing calcium buildup from appliances such as Keurig coffee makers. However, it usually leaves behind a residue that can cause a lingering vinegar taste in your next brew. This is why you may want to consider alternative ways to clean and descale your Keurig without having to use vinegar. Can you … Read more
