The Origin of The Espresso Machine

The original concept of espresso was a beverage that could be prepared quickly.

Did you know that espresso is regulated by the Italian government because it is considered an essential part of their daily life? In other words, it's a national treasure! But this type of coffee is also the world’s favorite. Its brewing method uses high pressure to force nearly boiling water through ground coffee.

It happens in seconds, and as a result, you will also enjoy a thick crema on top. The flavor is intense because you need at least 50 coffee beans to make a good cup of espresso. The process is only possible thanks to a machine specially designed to prepare coffee faster. That is why it was called “espresso”, an Italian word that means "fast".

Its invention was known at the moment as “new steam machinery for the economic and instantaneous confection of coffee beverage,” just as it was described in the patent documents in 1884. Coffee was becoming a huge business in Europe. Soon enough cafés were flourishing across the continent. And then, it became a culture itself. Now we are part of it!

We are more than pleased to take you through the espresso machine history, so keep reading!

The invention of the espresso machine

The first espresso machine prototype was created in 1884 by Angelo Moriondo in Turin, Italy. He designed a large boiler, that once heated, pushed water through a bed of coffee grounds. Afterwards, a second boiler would produce steam to flash the bed of ground coffee so it could brew coffee. His invention was shown in the Turin General Exposition, but no photographs of his work were taken, and sadly we do not know anything about what happened next.

The Industrial Revolution in Europe motivated more than one inventor to establish an improvement for the Moriondo prototype in the early 1900s. Luigi Bezzera wanted to create a method for brewing coffee directly into the cup quickly. For this to come true, Bazera invented a portafilter, some multiple brewheads, and many innovations still associated with espresso machines today. His device also needed a large boiler but with chambers filled with water. The hit pushed water and steam through a tamped puck of ground coffee. He then added a heat radiator that lowered the temperature of the water before serving the cup.

Bazera did not have the money to improve his invention as much he wanted to optimize the process. The coffee did not have the perfect consistency to please everyone’s taste, so he was not able to expand his business. That was why he sold his patent to Desiderio Pavoni in 1903, who produce the first commercial espresso machine and called it “The Ideale”.

Pavoni invented the pressure release valve because Bazera’s machine needed an open flame to heat, making it difficult to control pressure and temperature. He also created the steam wand to access and free the steam collected inside the machine’s boiler.

This pair of Italian connoisseurs went to the 1906 Milan Fair, and introduced together the “cafeé espresso”, with the slogan “made on the spur of the moment.” History was made!

Espresso machines today

Around the 1960’s many more innovations were introduced to the espresso machine. Instead of relying on the manual force of the barista, pumps were created so they could control the pressure needed when brewing. For this to happen, the spiral copper pipe was implemented and replaced the boiler, along with a heat exchanger. All these new parts were smaller, more versatile and made of stainless steel. The machine name was Faema E61, invented by Ernesto Valente.

Today, Valente’s motorized invention has electrical components, computerized measurements, and portable pneumatics. And like these, there will be more changes that will improve the way we drink coffee. But no matter how its evolution will be from now on, Italians always say that a good espresso must have the four Ms on point:

• Macchina: an espresso machine in perfect conditions.

• Macinazione: the use of the proper grinding techniques.

• Miscela: how the coffee is blend and roasted.

• Mano: barista’ ideal skills.

We bet you didn’t know those last inherent requirements! And probably you read them with an Italian accent! At Coffland Corp, we know which machines are the ideal ones for your coffee business. Contact us to know about our services as coffee product providers and keep visiting our blog to learn more about the coffee culture we all love.

The first time coffee had been prepared expressly for the customer.

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Discover New Ways to Drink Your Espresso

Make your coffee cup in your image and likeness!

Usually, an espresso is accompanied with conventional ingredients like sugar, cream or milk. This beverage is a quick option to boost your energy or to enjoy your break from work, but it can also be a cuisine’s artwork if you prepare it the right way.

You don't have to be a barista to put some creativity into your drink. If you mix the right ingredients, you can level up the tastiness and essence of your cup! Do you want to know how to potentiate your morning espresso easily? Keep reading this post!

Ristretto

This espresso is very common in the menus of coffee shops because it's a combination of the most delicious ingredients in the world: chocolate and coffee. The difference between a ristretto and a mocha is the chocolate composition.

To make a ristretto, you need bitter black chocolate, a variation which contains more cocoa than sugar. The result will be a slightly sour drink that melts in your palate.

Espresso Leggero

For those who want a sweeter option, this is the perfect recipe! Espresso Leggero means that the coffee flavor is less intense because it’s compensated with caramel and chocolate. The mix of these ingredients is a good way to enjoy coffee while having a dessert.

Espresso Forte

The Forte version of your favorite drink contains a shot of espresso mixed with red fruits that penetrate the sweet smell of coffee while is roasting. After you serve it in your cup, it can be combined with red wine if you want a more adult drink.  

Lungo Leggero

Coffee is a very versatile drink. You can take advantage of it by using unusual ingredients that can be found in your garden. For a very smelly coffee cup, add some jasmine or bergamot while you're roasting coffee beans.

A fruity coffee? Yes, it's possible!

Fruits can function well as a spice if you mix them with other ingredients. For example, you can add orange syrup to your espresso to make an acid beverage.

Also, the glucose contained in fruits is a healthy alternative to sweeten your coffee. Mixing apple liqueur, banana juice or strawberry essence can be excellent complements to the coffee flavor. This simple trick will change your espresso completely!

There is more than one recipe for a perfect espresso. Here at Coffland Corp, we are coffee professionals who love to experiment new ways of drinking coffee, only to offer you the best results! Try one of them at least, and let us know what espresso mix you enjoy the most.

Combine the best ingredients to make a new coffee drink.

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Get the Espresso Machine of your Dreams

Once you get the right machine, it will all work out perfectly!

An espresso is not just a kind of processed coffee by a machine. This drink has a very delicate preparation that has been perfected over the years. Since the early XIX century, the espresso machine has had several changes that influenced the arrangement of the most famous hot beverage around the world.  But how does this impact your business? Well, espresso machines make an incredible difference!

Having a good espresso machine can be decisive for your coffee, and of course, when you live by serving this beverage, you need to pick the best options on the market. The shape and size of the machines determine their final product, like how smooth, dense and hot is the espresso when you serve it in a cup.

That's why Coffland Corp brings you these practical recommendations to find a perfect espresso machine for you. Don't be afraid to experiment with new engineering. Technology can be a great friend if you know exactly how to take advantage of it!

The first step to determine what kind of espresso machine you need is evaluating how many coffees' cup you produce every day, how often you serve it and the capacity of your work space or your staff.

Always remember that, if you're in an office, you don't need an espresso machine that is used in a more professional coffee context. There are lots of options. Each one adapted to all sorts of circumstances.

Next, when you're on the market, think about all the featuring that an espresso machine needs to work out:

• The boiler must be big enough to produce the hot water and the steam you need in one round.
• Also, the machine you want has to be silent and not too hot if you're working in a reduced space and you don't want to burn your staff.
• Your espresso machine needs to be consistently working with the low and the high pressure because if it's turning on/off constantly, the heat in the water will cause a cold espresso and an inefficient hot milk cream.
• The filter must be auto-cleaning, or at least very easy to remove so anyone can refresh it. Besides, you have to evaluate if it’s a high-quality filter by testing the thickness of the espresso.
• Is the espresso machine aesthetically right for you? You don't want a bigger machine that looks like it came out of a horror movie. Find a machine that combines with your work space (in volume and aesthetic).

Choosing the best espresso machine is not as simple as it looks. You have to be very fussy and measured not to let yourself go with instinct or bad publicity.

Here in Coffland Corp we know what’s best for you, that's why we always recommend you our best options. Next time you have to buy a new espresso machine, take the advantage thanks to these tips!

Learn to pick wisely your espresso machine. It does make a difference!

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The Truth about Coffee Tamping

For most coffee brewers, the tamping process is a vital step. 

Baristas are professionals for a reason: they know the techniques to make each cup taste like heaven. They are prepared to take simple beans and transform them into unique brews, according to the choice of the customer. And when their customers look for the espresso preparation, there’s a whole new set of challenges. One of the least known parts of this process is the tamping: the pressure applied to the ground beans into the reservoir of the espresso machine before locking it in and allowing pressurized water to go through it. What’s the real reason for this? Why do baristas and coffee lovers do it?

The tamping process is not taken lightly: it’s necessary to ensure the best cup possible. Once the coffee beans are ground to the measure of the filter of the coffee machine, in the right amount per basket, you’ll have to consider the process of tamping a vital step. Tamping is applying pressure to the basket full of ground beans to allow the coffee to compact. This removes air bubbles and creates a uniform surface for the pressurized water to flow through, creating an even extraction.

While some say that this step does not change the flavor, it's easy to see how this process actually affects how the coffee tastes. The tamping process ensures that the flavor is correctly extracted out of the ground beans. When done, you can be sure that all flavor characteristics of the coffee beans will be fully extracted. The extraction of flavor comes out of the contact of hot water with the exposed surface of the ground beans, and when they are evened out in the container, this flow is steady. This ensures that every part of the basket contents in the portafilter is touched by water, allowing uniformity in the profile flavor that will come out into your cup.

The tamping process requires skill to ensure that every part of the basket has the correct amount of coffee, resulting the best flavor possible. While tutorials to tamper are easy to come by, you’ll have to try it for yourself, and practice it several times, to have the necessary skill to do them. If done with body pressure, you need to take care of how you put pressure into the tamper to avoid a lesion by a repetitive action, or that you don’t tamper correctly allowing air pockets. Practice is the key to have the grip on tamping.

If you want to have a great cup of coffee, you need to know what lies behind the counter of your preferred coffee shop. Coffland Corp can inform you, and help you find the right choice of roasted beans for your business. Besides, if you want unique flavors, they can help you prepare private brands that will be done just for you! Check their social media and contact them to start to create unique products for your coffee business!

It ensures the effective production of the flavor per preparation.

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The Most Common Brewing Methods

Each method enhances different parts of the coffee flavor.

Coffee brewing has been a key part of the human rituals for quite some time. Discoveries have shown that ever since it’s neuro-stimulant and medicinal properties were found, it became part of the traditions of many cultures. Whether served as a cure or simply as a social ritual, coffee has been an integral part of the history of humankind. Along the way, many cultures and specialists have selected methods, creating an ever expanding list of methods to create unique cups. But some of them are the most frequent, and today you’ll learn about the ones that you might have seen on your touring for different coffee shops.

Espresso Machines

This is the most recognized method for coffee brewing around the world. Who doesn’t remember looking at these machines behind the worktops of coffee shops and stands? The method that these machines use is simple: they pass water at high pressure through the coffee grind, then through a specially attuned filter. Each machine model has unique qualities, and they are paired with professionally designed burr grinders.

They take between 20 to 30 seconds to make a cup of coffee, for the pressure and the grind of the coffee beans. The resulting product is strong in flavor, and often requires a specialized skill set as the process is science. The downside? It's almost completely restricted to 2 cups per serving.

Chemex

The chemex is one of the first steps into the connoisseur realm of coffee making methods. While simple and effective, there’s a complex thing about Chemex method: it requires care in the elements that make each cup. The coarseness of the grind, and the quality and temperature of the water as well as the time and method of pouring it, play a vital role in the coffee brewing process.

It takes 3 to 4 minutes to brew up to 5 cups of excellent coffee. As with the espresso, practice makes the master: it’s not simple to make coffee in a Chemex without certain technique, but once you master it, prepare yourself to be amazed!

Moka Pot

One of the most frequent home brewing methods. This is simple and quick to make strong flavored cups. As it’s inexpensive and produces perfect liquid every time, it’s the to-go option for many amateurs in the coffee world, and it’s usually the first step of a connoisseur knowledge of coffee brewing methods.  

It takes up to 5 minutes to produce each batch. Depending on the size, it can yield up to 5 cups of coffee, but the brew will be soft compared to an espresso shot. The best thing about it is that’s portable, and can ensure a close-to flavor to the other potent flavors of coffee brew methods.

French Press

This is one of the most basic home methods to brew. Just pour hot water, the right grind of coffee beans and you’ll get a uniquely flavored coffee. While it looks quite complicated, French presses are easy to use, and are almost inexpensive. It generates little sediments, so beware of that.

It takes up to 10 minutes to make, but it’s worth the try for a good home-made coffee. You’ll need to follow the basic instructions to a T, but for a low price and with little to none previous skill set needed, this is a great option to start in the coffee world.

What are you waiting to try the most common coffee brewing methods? Each one of these produce a special flavor in the coffee cups, and while most of them require skill set, these can be acquired through practice. But the one thing all these methods have in common is the use of quality coffee such as the one offered by Coffland Corp. Check out their social media to know more about what they can offer to your business.

The different brews yield different results to appeal to the connoisseur's palates.

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