Monthly Archives: August 2009

Presso Goes Sweet

Anyone for dessert? Coffee? How about having them at the same time, in the same bowl? Yes, it’s true, Presso can kill two after-dinner birds with one stone. Meet, the affogato, quite possibly the sweetest Presso creation yet. An Italian invention (affogato means “drowned” in Italian), this dessert is so simple and so tasty it [...]

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Espresso

To ensure you have the most fulfilling rich golden halo on your espresso (crema): Fill your porta filler to the desired level (dose) with freshly ground beans (grind for espresso machines). Press down firmly using the back of the PRESSO scoop (tamping). Be sure to have the porta filler on a firm surface to ensure [...]

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The Coffee

For the best results use freshly roasted beans from your local roaster, ask them to grind them for an espresso machine. Store your freshly ground beans in a vacuum for no more than a week. Try roasting your own green beans in a popcorn popper, a small amount at a time until you hear the [...]

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Presso and the Chickens

The presso seems right at home out on the green grass surrounded by chickens. I guess one could say it’s only natural as the Presso is one of the lightest and transportable espresso maker in the world. If you love the taste of a fresh espresso and a cafe is not close by you might [...]

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Grind It Right

We Presso folk tend to be pretty simple, but there are certain things that we think are really important in making a great cup of coffee. Ask any coffee lover and they will tell you, the fresher the grind the better the coffee. If you really want to take your coffee making seriously you must [...]

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