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I just got a new espresso machine and it only can make espresso from pods. I’m used to grinding, tamping and pulling my own shots. But my question is can I pull more than 1 shot with 1 espresso pod? I usually pull 3 shots of espresso for my drinks (combined with milk). I guess I just want to know if I should pull 3 shots from 3 pods or can I pull multiple shots from 1 pod? Thanks, take care.

What to putr in my coffee or tea to increase the caffeine? Are there pods of espresso to get? Do they work?

I’m new to the world of coffee/espresso/cappuccino, and I know very little. I actually hate regular coffee but I love some espressos and cappuccinos. I got a maker that can be used with pods or from scratch. Can anyone give me a crash course in using this machine? Any recommendations for pod brands? Finally, my favorite espresso is the White Chocolate Mocha, how do I make this & is this available in pods?

Thanks

It was for a monthly service for the Pods and you got the espresso machine for free. The web site satrted with a B and ended with .tv. I wrote it down, but tossed the paper. Need to find it.

I’d like to be able to use both pods and ground coffee – I’d be making max two cups at a time, and likely to be drinking espresso and capaccino/ lattes.

I quite like the look of retro ones – but it’s not essential

I am a college student, and I work as a barista to help pay for school. I’m entertaining the idea of buying my own small espresso machine, but I don’t really know what kind to get. I’ve only ever used restaurant-grade machines before, and I don’t know what to look for in a small machine. I want it to have a wand, and I want to be able to use ground coffee (no pods).

I see stuff about steam powered vs. pump-powered machines, and shamefully, even though I work in 2 coffeeshops, I don’t know what that means. It sounds to me like pump machines are more powerful than steam-powered ones, but I don’t know if that’s correct.

Also, I need the machine to be cheap…because minimum wage really doesn’t go all that far. So far I like the look of the DeLonghi EC155, which looks like it usually goes for around . Here it is:

http://www.consumersearch.com/espresso-machines/delonghi-ec155

Anyway, I’d love to hear everyone’s thoughts, since I don’t really know what I’m doing.

Thanks a lot!

Ok, so here’s the deal.

I have an espresso machine, it used to be my mom’s and she gave it to me just recently. It’s several years old and hasn’t been used in a while, which I don’t think really matters as long as it’s clean. I ran some water through it to clean it out… but now I don’t honestly know HOW to use it. lol.

I would put my coffee in it but I’m worried if I do it wrong I’ll just waste coffee. PLUS I see people making a big deal out of the pods, which is actually what I THINK I have. They’re espresso roast "individually packaged ground coffee" packets with a little (I’m guessing) pod from Starbucks that my aunt and mom bought me and my roommate as a house warming gift for our apartment. I want to make some espresso with them… but I have no clue what I do with the machine. Which I know makes me sound kiiiinda stupid buuuut I would rather get some advice about how to work it before I go wasting all of our packets of espresso.

It’s a Swift espresso, coffee, cappuccino machine which I’m sure isn’t the most top of the line machine but I’m fairly positive it’ll get the job done as long as I know how to do it right!! The only knob it has is on the side and it goes one way to work the foamer and the other way to make the coffee/espresso.

I would just like some help, or a walkthrough, of the process it takes to make a good espresso shot. I hope I don’t sound TOO ignorant for you coffee connoisseurs. If someone could just tell me exactly what to do to get the best cup of coffee/espresso that would be GREAT!!!
There aren’t any instructions and I’ve looked online for a users manual and can’t find one.

Plus I came upon a comment someone made to someone else saying it’s a crappy machine altogether.

THAT being said…. I still want to know how to make some espresso so I can at least have some BURNT espresso!!
Although thanks Diana, so far you have the best answer!! I think I’ll try it.

I know it sounds stupid, but I just needed that simple walkthrough to make sure what I was thinking was the right thing to do. Especially the amount of water to use.

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betterguideforyou.com — Top Choices Of Espresso Machines Excellent value for the price About a year ago I wanted an espresso machine that was easy to use, however I was unwilling to pay 1k or more for a fully automatic machine. The Capresso turned out to be an excellent value, providing ease of use with semi-automatic ground disposal and a reasonably sized water container. In fact, we have experienced only two problems with the Capresso since we bought it: a torn o-ring and clogging. The o-ring tore because I did not clean the rotation mechanism for several months. The accumulated grounds eventually tore into the o-ring, breaking the pressure seal. However, when I called the Capresso help line to discuss our broken o-ring, the help desk agent immediately sent us two replacements in the mail with no questions asked. Total down time for the machine was a mere two days. The clogging was fixed with a complete cleaning, and if truth be told, it did say in the instruction booklet not to use very finely ground coffee. Our last espresso machine, besides breaking after two years, was so difficult to use and clean we only made espresso on special occasions. The Capresso is convenient enough that we use it all the time. In fact, we have used our Mr. Coffee only twice (note the broken o-ring comment above) since we bought the Capresso. After a year of use, I can still strongly recommend this product. To get more about espresso machine, please visit : betterguideforyou.com

betterguideforyou.com — Getting The Best Coffee Machine Absolutely the best!!! Has anyone ever gone to a diner, coffee shop or convienence store and drank the coffee and wondered how you can make this excellent tasting coffee at home? Well I have and I have to say that after going through 6 or more coffee devices, percolators, drip and yes even was desperate by drinking instant, I’ve finally found the one machine that duplicates the rich and wonderful taste that you find in the diner, coffee shop etc. I’m in heaven! It’s very easy to use if you READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. Yes, the reservoir is always on keeping water hot, unless you don’t plan on using it for a few days. But it makes sense since it seems this is the best way to maintain that critical temperture you need to make that rich flavored cup. I’m sure there are other machines that can do this as well, but I’ve been through enough of them and almost gave up because of the disappointed flavor I was getting. I’ve had Farberware percolators which came the closest to what I was looking for but sometimes I left it on… gooey mess at the bottom of the machine and a major clean up. The last machine was a Cusinart, that stainless steel machine that basically was just to look nice on the counter. The coffee was horrible and never hot enough. I gave up at that point and went to Folgers instant, which tasted better than that Cusinart machine. I decided to give it one more try and I’m ecstatic that I did. I even used some old …

I used to work in a coffee shop and get free lattes, but I’ve been in the hospital for a while and unfortunately I can’t work and as a result, I’m suffering from latte withdrawal.

Quality is most important to me, but it’d be great if it wasn’t so expensive that I would blow my life savings just by purchasing it. If there is a great one that is between 0-0 (perhaps even less), I’d love to hear about it. But if you know of one that is more expensive but works fantastically, I’ll certainly be open to that one too.

I also want to grind my own beans and not use pods, so I’d also like to hear either about machines that come with grinders or decent grinders that are sold separately.

I’m sorry if what I’m asking for is a little demanding, but I’d certainly appreciate any and all input! Thanks!

I can’t remember the name but I think it starts with a B…It is on late night tv.
It’s not Gevalia….this is a new ESPRESSO machine that uses PODS of coffee in it ..not beans….

The little pods, if I make 1 small cup of "espresso" (I don’t know how authentic this machine is), how many oz. should I drink? & do I dispose of the pod after? Is is single use?

Also, if I drink 6oz (like a small coffee cup am is that an overdose of caffeine or is it just similar to regular strong coffee).
thx

My husband and I just received the Westbend 3 in 1 coffee/espresso/cappuccino machine for our wedding, and we both love cappuccino, but there are so many different things out there for different machines, we aren’t sure which to get to use with our machine. We read the instructions, and that doesn’t say anything- we’ve checked out the pods, and regular espresso beans ground up, but doesn’t seem to work. Please help! We don’t want to keep buying different things if they don’t work!

My fiancee loves espresso and he and I had discussed getting an espresso machine before. He has since moved to VA (Navy) and no longer has the luxury of stopping at the Dunkin Donuts drive thru for his morning caffeine fix. So for Christmas this year I wanted to buy him:
- An espresso maker (with possibly a coffee maker built in)
- A coffee/espresso bean grinder
- two espresso cups, saucers
- a simple recipe book on how to make different coffee/espresso drinks
- some good espresso beans or maybe a sampler of beans

However, I am so unbelievable confused by all the variables involved with espresso. Pump versus steam? Ground beans versus pods? I have no idea what "tamping" is! Is there someone out there who is an espresso/coffee connoisseur that can help guide me?? I really need help as I want to give him quality items that also won’t totally break my budget. I don’t want to get the cheapy espresso makers from Walmart that will break in the first week. Let me know and perhaps we can talk via email in depth about all things espresso.

Thank you!
Thank you so far. He actually prefers to either drink the espresso straight or to add espresso shots to regular coffee. I don’t think he would like the coffee maker idea. I don’t have a problem spending more money on something that is good, I’m just not going to drop 00 on an Italian machine. Any recommended brands for pump espresso makers or burr grinders?

I just purchased a espresso Italia espresso machine for a present.I know nothing about them.Can I use any type of pod?Please give me a web site or a place to get the pods.

I’m getting an espresso machine off of Target.com and I’m not sure what kind of coffee to buy.. is it better to grind your own, buy the pods, or just use regular ground coffee?? Thanks!