Gaggia Milano ESPRESSO EVOLUTION EG2115, User Manual, Page: 33 / 50

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Introduction
A perfect espresso with the distinctive crema on top depends on many factors
including:
• the type of coffee used. There are different qualities of coffee available on the
market, but the best beans for a good espresso are the darker roasts which
release a richer aroma and a more intense flavour.
• the coarseness of the pre-ground coffee. Make sure you purchase the desired
blend with a grind setting that is suitable for use with espresso machines.
You can also freshly grind right before you brew using a Gaggia brand coffee
grinder.
• the amount. Using just the right dose of pre-ground coffee is key to avoiding
watery coffee ( not enough coffee) or one that is too bitter with a burnt taste
(
too much coffee).
• the pressure applied to compress the coffee grounds. Be sure to tamp the
coffee evenly and smoothly. Keep the surface parallel to the filter holder rim so
as to avoid gaps where the water can seep through without evenly wetting the
whole pod, thus only partially extracting the coffee aromas.
• pre-brewing. The machine uses factory set pre-brewing that favours the best
possible extraction of coffee aromas. Hot water soaks the puck for a few
seconds before brewing.
• temperature. Which is kept constant to ensure the best extraction every time.
Filters supplied
2-Cup Crema Perfetta filter
The Two Cup Crema Perfetta filter is already fitted to the filter holder and allows
even beginners to prepare an excellent espresso with crema.
1-Cup Crema Perfetta filter and single-dose pod +
“Pod System”
This filter can be used to brew 1 cup of espresso with pre-ground coffee or by
using a single-dose pod with our exclusive “Pod system”
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