A review of the De’Longhi EC155 15 BAR Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker
Before I begin talking specifically about the De’Longhi EC155 15 BAR Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker in this review, I think a few words about the difference between espresso and coffee might be a good idea. Not everyone understands these differences and how they are made. Many people just think of espresso as a strong coffee.
Just What Is Espresso Exactly?
While both are made by passing water through ground coffee, the similarities end there. To make coffee water is passed through a layer of ground coffee beans by gravity. Espresso on the other hand is made by forcing pressurized hot water through a layer of much more finely ground and compacted coffee beans. The result is a drink which is thicker than coffee and has a reddish brown layer on top which is called crema. One thing that often surprises people, is learning that there is actually less caffeine in an espresso than in a cup of coffee. The espresso can either be drunk alone or processed further to make drinks like cappuccino or latte.
Cappuccino and Latte
Both cappuccino and latte are derivatives of espresso. In a cappuccino, a small amount of steamed milk is added in a top layer to a cup of espresso. A latte involves a larger percentage of milk to espresso. A typical ratio of steamed milk to espresso would be 1 to 1, in a latte.
The De’Longhi Espresso and Cappuccino Maker
Now that we have an understanding of why this espresso and cappuccino maker is so much more than just a coffee brewing system, we can talk about some of the features that make it such a good choice.
Features of the Delonghi EC 155
- Patented Dual Function Filter Holder
- Swivel Jet Frother
- Self Priming Operation
- Separate Thermostats Water and Steam Pressure
The patented dual function filter holder enables you to choose between using the new, popular espresso pods and traditional ground coffee beans. It can brew delicious espresso from both.
A handy built-in swivel jet frother makes it simple work to have steamed milk to your espresso to make yourself cappuccino or latte.
Unlike many similar machines, the De’Longhi espresso and cappuccino maker requires no effort on your part the prime it. It has a self priming operation.
Water temperature and steam pressure are regulated by separate thermostats, allowing ultimate control over both.
The De’Longhi EC155 15 BAR Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Maker with its one-year warranty on parts and labor is the perfect machine to brew delicious espresso or cappuccino with which to start your day.
