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Krups XP3440 Espresso-Automat Calvi – Test

Thanks to the high-gloss black surfaces paired with the silver control panel, the Krups XP3440 coffee machine has a very noble look and the compact dimensions also do not require much space. The on / off switch of this pretty device is illuminated and easily accessible.

In addition, the coffee machine with its approx. 4.4 kilograms is almost a light weight, but the water tank of the Kurps XP 3340 with 1.1 liters is somewhat too small, but this can be traced back to its compact dimensions.

The coffee cup filling amounts can be controlled by the user himself, by turning the control element back to the 0 position when the desired filling quantity is reached. The Krups XP3440 can be used with coffee powder as well as coffee pods.

Of course you can with the Krups 3440 also milk foams and the even so well that one also latte kind milk foam with the coffee machine hinbekommt, the barista heart is so much more.

Our Conclusion:

The Krups XP3440 is not a professional sieve-carrying machine, but of course it is for beginners wanting to drink good coffee and for the first time come into contact with an Espresso sieve carrier, the Krups XP3440 is a recommended coffee machine. However, the small weaknesses of the coffee machine can be seen at a price of less than € 200.

Dimensions:

28.6 x 14.3 x 30.8

Delivery content:

1x Kurps 3440

1x filter holder

1x Singel Screen

1x Double screen

1x water tank

operating manual

Pro

Price-performance ratio
good taste
Solid créma
intuitive operation
Easy care
Low cost per cup
Two-cup function
Automatic shutdown
Small product dressings

Contra

Volume of the water tank (1.1 liters)
Position of the water tank (at the rear of the unit)
Plastic housing

Veröffentlicht am 23. März 201725. Mai 2017 von Alexander — Schreib einen Kommentar

Prepare the perfect cappuccino

One of the most popular coffees is the cappuccino and the almost all over the world. But many ask the question how do I prepare the perfect cappuccino zuhaus. The prerequisites to make a Cappuccino is that one possesses an Espresso-Maschinemit steam jet.

The Cappuccino Recipe

Fill a metal can to a third with cold milk.
Briefly open the hot water nozzle to drain the condensed water.
Dip the hot water nozzle into the milk. As soon as the first milk-foam forms and the Volume, let the jug drop a little so that the nozzle remains below the milk surface. In addition, keep the jug a little at an angle to produce a fluid effect in the milk.
Continue to supply steam until the milk has doubled its volume (maximum 65 ° C)
To remove bubbles in the milk, briefly bump the bottom of the jug on a flat surface.
Make a espresso in a cup.
Sprinkle the milk from the center directly into the cup.

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Does cold coffee taste?

Does cold coffee taste?

Cold Brew around the world. But does it taste cold coffee?

The optimal temperature for coffee is optimal white between 90 ° and 95 ° C. While chilled filter coffee is excited by many horrors, a fresh, cold-brewed coffee can actually be a real pleasure. This trend has long been widespread in American coffee shops. But why should one prepare cold coffee?

The story of the Cold Brew

In the 17th century, many travelers have prepared on their way through Asia their coffee cold. The advantage was that it does not require hot water as you go, this indeed could not feed but cold drinking water had been always there. Cold Brew had the great advantage that it was much easier cooked and easily, even in large quantities, could be transported.

The question arises, however why is cold coffee in the 21st century experienced at one time a small but not insignificant hype? In the preparation at room temperature ie less bitter substances are released than in the conventional method. A Cold Brew Coffee contains less acid than hot coffee, yet still not really less flavorings. It has been compared to the hot coffee a milder and more tolerable coffee.

Cold Brew Preparation

You a vessel in which the coffee powder can be mixed with water. On 1 liter of water comes about 200 grams of coffee. The stirred mixture is then covered and allowed to stand for 8-12 hours at room temperature. Then you can run the mixture simply through a normal coffee filter and Voila your Cold Brew coffee is ready