- The most popular principle of
- Drip coffee maker - the principle of operation
- Choosing a coffee maker
- Extra bonuses
- Pros and cons of
- How to use it?
A cup of strong coffee in the morning - a thing, of course, is good, only to cook this wonderful drink in a Turk usually there is no time. The coffee maker will help out, but what exactly is the big question. Many coffee lovers prefer drip models. Now we will discuss, a drop coffee maker - what is it and how to use it.
to content ↑The most popular principle of
Among geyser, capsule and other coffee machines, as well as coffee machines, the drip model is the real sales leader. This can be found in the palace and in the hut. It is not difficult to master it, the coffee turns out to be quite high quality, but this device is usually inexpensive - if necessary, you can find even a very cheap model that will cost no more than a teapot. True, buying equipment at a very low price is a risky business, so it's better to find a reasonable combination of price and quality.
to the contents ↑Drip coffee maker - the principle of operation
The name speaks for itself. A drip coffee machine is the one with which coffee drips into a cup by drop. But what is the principle of the coffee machine? Also nothing complicated.
Important! Drip devices are also called filtering, that is, water passes through a filter filled with ground coffee.
How it works:
- You fill the tank with water.
- Turn the device on.
- Water passes through the circuit, heating to a minimum of 86 ° C, maximum to 97 ° C.
- Water passes through the filter and flows down to the flask.
Important! In order to make coffee, this temperature is enough - water in any case should not boil.
to the contents ↑Choosing the coffee maker
Having understood how the drip-type coffee maker works, you can start choosing. What should I look for first?- The parameters for choosing a drip coffee machine are not that many:
- power;
- bulb;
- filters;
- anti-drip system;
- design.
Power
Power is extremely important, but not in the sense that it's customary to think. It is usually believed that the more powerful the device, the better. In this case, everything is exactly the opposite.
Powerful coffee maker cooks quickly, but coffee turns out not very tasty, and besides loses its unique flavor.
Important! The optimal power option is 700-800 watts.
If the device has more power - it will brew coffee instantly, but not so qualitatively. So in this case it is better to choose a slower, but more reliable way.
Flask
What are the flasks of drip coffee makers made of?- Of several materials:
- heat-resistant glass;
- food plastic.
What is the preference for and does this factor affect how the drip coffee maker works?- In this respect, it is possible to note such nuances:
- Glass, certainly, is preferable. In addition, firms that produce drip devices with glass flasks, rarely replace this material with something cheaper.
- But the manufacturers of devices with plastic flasks say different things. If the plastic quality, the coffee maker will serve for a long time. But among cheap models there are those that are designed for one or two times.
As for the size of the bulb, it can be different. The smallest holds 4 cups of coffee, large - 16-18.
Important! The flask is in contact with boiling water, so it should be strong and reliable, and when heated, do not emit any toxic substances.
Filters
Filters for drip coffee grinders can be:
- disposable;
- reusable.
Disposable filters are made of paper. They really justify their name - using this filter once, it is thrown out. But reusable filters are also divided into two types:
- simple nylon;
- "gold", that is, with metal spraying.
Important! Nylon filters usually have a guarantee of 60 brews. In fact, they serve much longer. There have been cases when such a filter worked as much as the coffee maker itself.
The "golden" filter is also made of nylon, only coated with titanium nitride. It serves a long time, but it also costs more. And if it is installed in the coffee maker by the manufacturer, it can significantly increase its sales value. But it has a considerable advantage - it is very easy to wash.
Anti-drip system
In the drip coffee machine such a system is necessary. It is a valve that prevents the flow of cooked coffee, while the owner pours on the already prepared cups. Coffee should not drip onto the stand. You can, of course, substitute an additional capacity, but still the anti-drip system is much more convenient.
Design by
The coffee maker should not only boil the coffee well, but also make the eyes happy. It raises the mood, and the drink seems even more delicious. Modern manufacturers offer their customers drip coffee makers of all kinds, sometimes very exotic. But if you choose between the appearance and the quality of the device, then the second criterion will be the priority, because it depends on how the drip coffee maker works and how long you can enjoy the taste of the fragrant drink.
to the contents ↑Additional bonuses
The cheapest drip coffee maker usually has the simplest design. However on sale it is possible to meet coffee makers which have additional functions, capable to make preparation of coffee as much as possible comfortable process. For example:
- transfusion protection;
- stand with heating;
- automatic dosage device;
- the ability to brew coffee of a certain strength;
- temperature indicator;
- cup quantity switch;
- timer;
- conformity scale.
Why all this is necessary and in general is it worth buying a more expensive device because of the additional option?- Solve yourself, proceeding from such features:
- If the coffee maker has a function of transfusion protection, it will turn itself off as soon as the coffee pot is full.
- The heated stand serves as a thermos, that is, it allows the drink not to cool for quite some time.
- If the coffee maker has the functions of automatic dosage and choice of a fortress, you can cook this kind of drink that you love without any effort.
- For the same purpose, and a scale of conformity - it will help to calculate how many spoons of ground coffee should be put in order to get coffee of the desired strength.
In a word, additional features will make your coffee life more carefree.
to content ↑Pros and cons of
The advantages of a drip coffee machine are many:
- simplicity;
- cheapness;
- possibility to cook not only coffee, but also other drinks;
- security;
- speed.
Important! As for the minuses, he is only one. If you like coffee with foam, then such a coffee machine you definitely will not do. In addition, it is impossible to cook espresso.
to the contents ↑How to use it?
We already talked about how to make coffee in such a coffee machine. But if you just bought it, you need to prepare it for work. Do this as follows:
- Pour a little water into the tank, but do not put coffee.
- Turn on the coffee machine for brewing.
- The device should work for 5-10 minutes.
- Repeat the procedure 2-3 times.
Important! To make a drink, use ground coffee, bought in the store - or prepare the powder yourself.
We hope that now you have a better idea of what it is - a drip coffee maker, what are its features and whether it is worth buying it for the house. Use high-quality household appliances, and then surely your everyday life will become much easier, and the time for rest will increase.