What is a manual espresso machine?
The manual coffee machine, as the name suggests, is a machine where the process of making coffee is controlled by the user. The portafilter is filled with ground coffee, tamped firmly, clamped into the group head, and brewed with pressure around 9 bar. The espresso brewing method allows the full aroma of the coffee beans to be extracted and golden crema to develop on the espresso.
Is a manual coffee maker better than a fully automatic coffee maker?
Is a manual coffee maker better than a fully automatic coffee maker?
Both machines can produce delicious coffee, but the difference lies in the user's personal preference for preparation. With a manual machine, the preparation is done by the user, replicating the professional barista experience. With fully automatic machines, the final drink is brewed automatically at the touch of a button.
Which manual coffee maker is suitable for beginners?
Which manual coffee maker is suitable for beginners?
Beginners can begin coffee-making with a manual coffee machine with simpler features. In this respect, the Dedica range is a good proposition. If you have more experience in making espresso, you can opt for a machine with a more advanced portafilter, precise settings, and more adjustable functions, such as one of the "La Specialista" range.
