Drip coffee maker - what is it?
A cup of strong coffee in the morning is certainly a good thing, but there is usually no time to brew this wonderful drink in a Turk. The coffee maker will help out, but which one is the big question. Many coffee lovers prefer drip models. Now we are going to discuss a drip coffee maker - what it is and how to use it.
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Among geyser, capsular and other coffee makers, as well as coffee machines, the drip model is a real sales leader. This can be found in the palace and in the hut. It’s easy to get along with it, the coffee is quite high-quality, but this device is usually inexpensive - if necessary, you can even find a very cheap model that will cost no more than a teapot. True, buying equipment at a very bargain price is a rather risky business, so it is better to find a reasonable combination of price and quality.
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The name speaks for itself. A drip coffee maker is one that has coffee dripping dropwise into a cup. But what is the principle of the coffee machine? Nothing too complicated.
Important! Drip devices are also called filtration, that is, water passes through a filter filled with ground coffee.
How it works:
- You fill the tank with water.
- Connect the device to the network.
- Water passes through the circuit, heating to a minimum of 86 ° C, a maximum of 97 ° C.
- Water passes through the filter and flows dropwise into a flask.
Important! In order for the coffee to brew, the indicated temperature is enough - in any case, the water should not boil.
Choose a coffee maker
Having understood how the drip coffee machine works, you can start to choose. What should I pay attention to first of all? - There are not so many parameters for choosing a drip coffee maker:
- power;
- flask;
- Filters
- anti-drip system;
- design.
Power
Power is extremely important, but not at all in the way it is customary to think. It is generally believed that the more powerful the device, the better. In this case, everything is exactly the opposite.
A powerful coffee machine brews quickly, but the coffee is not very tasty, and besides, it loses its unique aroma.
Important! The optimal power option is 700-800 watts.
If the device has more power - it will brew coffee instantly, but not so high quality. So in this case it is better to choose a slower, but more reliable way. Note also that the taste of the drink depends on the quality of the selected beans. Our selection will help you. review of the best varieties of coffee.
Flask
What are flasks of drip coffee makers made of? - From several materials:
- heat resistant glass;
- food plastic.
What should be preferred and does this factor influence how a drip coffee maker works? - In this regard, we can note the following nuances:
- Glass is certainly preferable. In addition, companies that produce drip devices with glass flasks rarely replace this material with something cheaper.
- But the manufacturers of appliances with plastic flasks say different things. If the plastic is of high quality, the coffee maker will last a long time. But among cheap models there are those that are designed for one to two times.
As for the size of the flask, it can be different.The smallest holds 4 cups of coffee, the largest - 16-18.
Important! The flask is in contact with boiling water, therefore it must be strong and reliable, and when heated, do not emit any toxic substances.
Filters
Filters for drip coffee grinders are:
- disposable;
- reusable.
Disposable filters are made of paper. They really justify their name - using such a filter once, they throw it away. But reusable filters are also divided into two types:
- simple nylon;
- “Gold”, that is, with a metal coating.
Important! Nylon filters usually have a guarantee of 60 tea leaves. In fact, they serve much longer. There were times when such a filter worked as much as the coffee machine itself.
The “golden” filter is also made of nylon, only coated with titanium nitride. It serves for a long time, but also costs more. And if it is installed in the coffee maker by the manufacturer, it is able to significantly increase its sale value. But it has a considerable advantage - it is very easy to wash.
Drip system
In a drip coffee maker, such a system is necessary. It is a valve that prevents the flow of prepared coffee, while the owner pours the cups already prepared. Coffee should not drip onto the stand. You can, of course, substitute additional capacity, but still the anti-drip system is much more convenient.
Design
The coffee maker should not only brew coffee well, but also please the eye. It cheers you up and the drink seems even tastier. Modern manufacturers offer their customers drip coffee makers of a very different kind, sometimes very exotic. But if you choose between the appearance and quality of the device, then the second criterion will be a priority, because it depends on how a drip coffee maker works and how long you can enjoy the taste of a fragrant drink.
Important! When choosing such a technique, be sure to think in advance about its location in the kitchen, because its use should be safe and convenient. Perhaps you need information for connecting correctly how to make sockets on an apron in the kitchen.
Extra bonuses
The cheapest drip coffee maker usually has the simplest design. However, on sale you can find coffee makers that have additional functions that can make making coffee as comfortable as possible. For example:
- transfusion protection;
- heated stand;
- automatic dosing device;
- the ability to brew coffee of a certain strength;
- temperature indicator;
- cup number switch;
- timer;
- compliance scale.
Why is all this necessary and is it generally worth buying a more expensive device due to an additional option? - Decide for yourself, based on such features:
- If the coffee machine has a transfusion protection function, 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 dosing and choosing a fortress, you will make just the kind of drink you like without any effort.
- The conformity scale is also intended for this - it will help to calculate how many tablespoons of ground coffee you need to put in order to get coffee of the desired strength.
In a word, additional features will make your coffee life more carefree.
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Advantages and disadvantages
The drip coffee maker has many advantages:
- simplicity;
- cheapness;
- the ability to brew not only coffee, but also other drinks;
- security;
- rapidity.
Important! As for the minuses, then he is only one. If you like coffee with foam, then such a coffee maker will definitely not suit you. In addition, it is impossible to brew espresso.
How to use it?
We have already talked about how to brew coffee in such a coffee maker. But if you just bought it, you need to prepare it for work. It is done like this:
- Pour some water into the tank, but do not put coffee.
- Turn on the brewing machine.
- The device should work for 5-10 minutes.
- Repeat procedure 2-3 times.
to contents ↑Important! To make a drink, use ground coffee bought in a store, or prepare the powder yourself. In the second case, you just need to:
- choose a good coffee grinder;
- deal with grinding settings.
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We hope you now have a better idea of what a drip coffee maker is, what are its features and whether it is worth buying for a home. Use high-quality household appliances, and then for sure your life will become much easier, and time for relaxation will increase.
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