How to make good coffee with the coffee maker?

We all have our own definition of morning perfect, but there remains a sensation, a simple little note of happiness, which unites everyone: the delicious coffee aroma that fills the air.

The sky is clear, the house is calm and perfume captivating, rich and intense, it immediately awakens your senses. But today Cafés Méo takes you to the origins of the first emotions of coffee, the prepared one percolator !

A true classic for coffee lovers, this unique device combines traditionauthenticity e flavours incomparable.

So how to make a coffee worthy of the best bartenders with a coffee maker? Discover all the secrets, suggestions and the steps to prepare a coffee that is as vintage and typical as it is delicious, without any sense of gluttony.

What is a coffee maker?

THE percolator it is a piece of history, a tool that has been indispensable and easy to use for some time, even before seeing how it works coffee preparationevolve and modernize.

The coffee maker appeared in the 19th century and its invention will be attributed to Jean-Baptiste de Belloy in 1806, with this new revolutionary systemalso called “dubelloire” or “débelloire” in reference to its inventor.

THE operation it is as simple as it is ingenious. Waterfall the heat circulates through the grind of coffee to extract all the aromas.

According to purists and lovers of coffee makers, otherwise coffee makers modern, offers a richer coffee flavoursau gout intense. Still so popular today, it symbolizes the friendliness and embodies simplicity. No accessories or technology, just coffee, water… and a little know-how. Perfect for large tables family or intermediate gourmet breaks amis.

Types of percolators: domestic and professional

There are three types percolators and each model offers a unique experience, tailored to you desiresthere is a coffee maker for every need.

• Manuals: perfect for purists. They allow you to master every step, from dosage during extraction, for a customized result.

• Electric: easy to use, they are suitable for coffee lovers who want a coffee fast et effective on a daily basis.

• Professionals: robust and powerful, the so-called professional coffee makers are designed to prepare large quantities of coffee and ensure consistent quality. An ideal choice for coffees, restaurants or evening events.

The steps to prepare coffee with the coffee maker

Prepare coffee with a percolator it’s an experience in itself. A piece of cake following our stepsbut essential to highlight yours coffee and get the most out of your machine.

Step 1: Clean the coffee maker thoroughly

A good coffee always starts with a coffee machine clean and maintained. Coffee residue or limestone will quickly modify the flavours of your drink.

Get into the habit of rinsing your coffee maker after each use waterfall heat. For a cleaning thoroughly, use a mixture of white vinegar and water once a week. You will eliminate effectively and delicately deposits minerals for a coffee with an always pure flavour.

Step 2: Choose the right coffee and grind it

The choice of coffee is essential for a successful experience.

Coffee beans OR coffee Earth ? Freshly ground beans allow for more precise extraction and preserve the aromas. Choose your ground coffeeit must be qualityyou won’t be surprised by the freshness of the grind. Arabica it is ideal thanks to its rich taste.
The size of grind ideal for a coffee maker, it must be slightly rude (coarse-medium). It must allow the water to circulate correctly and slowly through the coffee, without obstruction In sous extractionremember that it doesn’t exist filters in a coffee maker.

Step 3: the perfect dosage of water/coffee

Good coffee is above allbalance between water and coffee.

For a coffee maker, count 1 tablespoon of coffee per 150 ml of water. Adjust according to your own preferences for a coffee more or less corset.

Use above all and always a water fresh, filtered OR mineral to avoid parasitic flavors (limescale, etc.).

Step 4: Let the water do its job

All the magic of the coffee maker lies in its process of extraction.

When the water reaches a temperature ideal, between 90 and 96°C, it slowly passes through the coffee and captures it aromas the thinnest.

The result? A taxes with a rich, powerful and balanced taste.

• Deposit preparation time ideal and know when the coffee is ready: the good indicator is when the percolator stops producing bubbles or steam.

Mistakes to avoid for a delicious coffee

Perfect coffee from the coffee maker it doesn’t just depend on the quality of your coffee machine or the beans used. Sometimes just a few are enough errors compromising the balance of flavors and ruining your preparation. Here are the main mistakes to avoid:

• A lot of work too fine or too coarse: if it is too fine it can slow down the flow of water and give a coffee that is too bitter or, on the contrary, with a grind that is too coarse, a tasteless cup.

• Neglecting maintenance Regular: In addition to the impact on taste caused by mineral residues, a poorly maintained percolator can have poor extraction performance and a shortened lifespan.

Underdosed or overdosed coffee: dosing is almost a science in itself. Suggestion: Respect the golden rulea spoonful of coffee (approximately 7 g) for 150 ml of water. Adjust slightly to taste, but stay within these proportions for a balanced extraction.

Cafés Méo’s tips for preparing an espresso with the coffee maker like a barista

Get quality coffee bartender It’s possible at home, especially with a coffee maker! Here are the tips and advice from the Cafés Méo experts:

• Experiment with different types of coffee! Each variety of coffee has its own particularities. Arabica offers subtle and balanced flavors, Robusta brings more body and a touch of bitterness. Also try blends to find the perfect match. Alternate light and dark roasts for variety.

• Play with temperature and brew time: Experiment and refine until you find your ideal setting.

• Customize your coffee! Don’t hesitate to change the dosage for a personal touch, a pinch of cinnamon, a pinch of milk or whipped cream. These details can make the difference!

The pleasure of coffee immersed in nature?

The coffee maker is not just for you Kitchen. It’s also a perfect tool for outdoor escapes, especially if you want to camping or picnic in the forest.

Manual coffee makers, compact and lightweight, are perfect for this. Easy to take awayfind yours drink warm and comforting wherever you are. Imagine enjoying a steaming coffee in front of a sunrise in the middle of nature: a pure moment of happiness!

However, remember to provide a heat source, such as a gas stove or campfire, for warmth waterfallmeasure yours quantity of coffee before leaving to avoid guesswork on the spot.

For a expressed worthy of a bartender or to share a unique moment in the open air, with a percolatorEverything is fine taxes it becomes an invitation to travel, whether to the top of a mountain or to the shore of a quiet lake.

Provided you did the coffee you need…