Mobile app for manual Dolce Gusto coffee machines

Dolce Gusto coffee machines rank among the finest coffee pods makers on the market, whether in manual or automatic versions. The only distinction between these versions is that in the manual models, it’s the user’s responsibility to stop the coffee preparation, whereas in the automatic ones, the machine itself halts the process at the predetermined …

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How to calibrate a bean-to-cup coffee maker

Calibration of super-automatic coffee machines.

Calibrating the coffee in your bean-to-cup coffee maker (super-automatic) is crucial for achieving a delicious and consistent beverage. Regardless of the brand or model of coffee machine you own, the process will be virtually the same. In this article, I will provide the steps and essential tips for calibrating a super-automatic coffee machine quickly and …

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How does a coffee maker heat water?

Thermoblock and boiler

Electric coffee makers use boilers or thermoblocks to heat the water, while manual coffee makers such as the Moka, French press, or Aeropress require an external heat source. In the latter, the water is previously heated in a stove or kettle and then poured into the coffee maker for use. In the case of coffee …

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Worms in the coffee maker: Separating fact from fiction

Dead maggots inside a Nespresso Citiz&Milk

I’m sure you’ve heard about the appearance of small worms inside coffee makers, inside packages of coffee beans, and even inside coffee pods. It may seem unbelievable, but worms can end up in our coffee makers one way or another. However, it is important to separate fact from fiction in this matter. In this article, …

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How to obtain a better coffee with the Moka Pot

Moka pot on the stove

The Moka pot is one of the most classic methods to prepare coffee and is found in almost every coffee lover’s home. However, it is a coffee maker that is loved and hated since it is a percolation method that produces a very intense coffee. With the Moka pot, it is necessary to consider some …

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What are the symbols of Dolce Gusto pods?

Coffee pod makers enjoy great popularity today thanks to their efficiency, the high quality of the coffee they prepare, and the simplicity with which they work. In many cases, as with Dolce Gusto coffee makers, we have piping hot coffee in seconds with the push of a single button. And although Dolce Gusto coffee makers …

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How much energy does a Dolce Gusto coffee machine consume?

With the price of energy skyrocketing worldwide, it is normal to worry about how much electricity each appliance in our home consumes. However, Dolce Gusto coffee makers have been designed to have a minimum expenditure, which we will hardly notice in the electricity bill. No appliance manufacturer indicates their products’ energy consumption, but they provide …

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