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Keep Your Coffee Equipment Clean

by Ryan Jacobs

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Espresso Machine

As I mentioned earlier, to fully clean an espresso machine, you will need a special cleaner like Puro Caff. I need to mention that you really do need to heed the warnings on the package about using very small quantities of this cleaner. It is incredibly strong and a little will go a long way. If you use your machine on a regular basis, you should perform this cleaning task at least once a week to keep it brewing quality shots.

I will not even mention descaling your espresso machine, because I am a firm believer that you should use only distilled water in your espresso machine. By using only distilled water, you will keep your machine running longer.

  1. Remove the handle from the espresso machine if you haven't already. If there is still an espresso cake left in it, dump it and give the handle a good rinse with warm water.
  2. Pour 1 tsp. of Puro Caff into the filter basket. With your espresso machine ready to brew, put the handle in the espresso machine just like you were going to brew some shots.
  3. Put a bowl under the brewing group. Begin pulling the 'shots'. You will want to brew for about five seconds, stop brewing for fifteen seconds and then back on again for five seconds. Repeat this on again, of again process at least five times.
  4. Next, remove the handle from the machine and rinse with water. Turn your machine on with out the handle in it and turn it on to fully rinse the group.
  5. Next, using the brush for your espresso machine, work your way around the groove in the brewing group. Once you have successfully cleaned this, turn it on to give give the shower head another rinse. You are now finished!

Before After

Hopefully, you will be on your way to cleaner and more enjoyable coffee. Remember, no one likes to clean, but doing it properly will keep the quality of your favorite beverage consistent and high.

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