Capresso 119 Instructions Manual page 5

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1-cup sieve assembled and Removable frothing sleeve
Thumb guard to secure
2-cup sieve in foreground
sieve during cleaning
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Capresso Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino
Machine. For Warranty information, please see the end of this booklet. For
accessories and parts please contact Customer Service or order on our
website: www.capresso.com
Experts consider brewing coffee under high pressure to be the ideal process
to extract maximum flavor and aroma. The difference between espresso and
conventional coffee is that espresso requires a shorter brewing time. This is
also the reason that espresso contains approximately 30% less caffeine than
conventional filter coffee. If possible, use thick-sided, pre-heated espresso/
cappuccino cups which stay hot longer. Add the sugar before pouring espresso
into the cup or simply shake some sugar briefly into the cup, stirring just once
or twice, otherwise too much flavor escapes. The Capresso Stainless Steel
Espresso & Cappuccino Machine produces perfect espresso – coffee with a
thick, foamy layer on top called "crema." The "crema" traps the fine aromatics
and the light gaseous flavors that register on the palate.
The "crema" keeps flavor locked in that would otherwise escape. The high
pressure and short brewing time prevent the extraction of bitter oils and release
less caffeine than other brewing methods. Whether you are brewing a small 1 oz.
shot of espresso or a larger cup of pressure brewed coffee, your Capresso
Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine will produce the absolute
freshest and most aromatic cup of "crema" coffee possible. Not only will your
machine make perfect espresso, but in seconds the easy to use frothing system
can add frothed milk to your espresso and turn it into a delicious
cappuccino.
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