1. THE BLEND
The choice is determined by the style of a café or bar, it must correspond to the taste and culture of the clientele and these need to be understood and interpreted by the person that prepares the coffee. At home the choice depends on personal taste. In any case the manufacturer must offer a diversified selection.
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2. THE GRINDING
This is fundamental to obtain the most from an espresso and for a correct extraction of the coffee. The grind can vary from one blend to another. The espresso requires a finer grind.
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3. THE ESPRESSO MACHINE
The quality and power of the machine are certainly of influence on the quality of the espresso.
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4. THE HAND OF AN EXPERT
Each person has a personal way of pressing the coffee, warming the cup, adjusting the settings of the machine etc.: all of this is reflected in the final quality of the espresso.
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5. MAINTENANCE
A machine that is kept clean and efficient is a guarantee of an espresso of constant quality.
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