Coffee Machine Flashcards

What you need to know to train on the coffee machine

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Q

What does stretching the milk mean?

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It is when the steam wand is aerating or pushing air into the milk.

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What is steaming/texturing the milk?

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It is when the milk creates a vortex. this allows for the milk to reach temperature and reach correct smoothness.

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How long should a shot run for?

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How much should coffee grinds weight before tamping?

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What is tamping?

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Tamping is when the coffee grinds are pressed down to remove air pockets and create a tight seal around the edges of the portafilter. it creates a flat, even bed of coffee for the water to run through.

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