COFFEE MAKER
A few things to consider:
Before you invest in a coffee maker think twice about what sort of coffee you like; filter, espresso or cappuccino; how much of it you want to make and how often you plan to use yourmachine. Prices vary enormously depending on the type of coffee and ease of use.
Type
Choose from our six types:
CAFETIERES - A glass container incorporating a wire filter attached to a plunger. Ideal if you just want to make a few cups. Great value and looks good on the dining table.
PERCOLATORS - Uses ground coffee. Steam is forced through a filter and brewed coffee settles in the bottom of the jug. There’s glass dome at the top so you can see how dark the coffee is.
ESPRESSO AND CAPPUCCINO - Steam driven machines that produce very strong coffee. Espresso coffee is much richer and more concentrated than filter coffee. Ideal for a cappuccino or latte.
PRESSURE MACHINES - Steam forces water through the coffee. The steam can be used for frothing. Not ideal for espresso making.
PUMP MACHINE - More expensive than pressure machines. Thermostatically controlled boiler heats up water to between 85-92˚C, the optimum temperature for making coffee.