Sunbeam EM3500S Espresso Maker User Manual


 
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With a Sunbeam pump espresso machine
and a little experience, you can create
café-quality coffee at home. Here are a few
helpful suggestions:
The origin of the bean and roasting will
affect the taste of the espresso, so test
different brands and blends of coffee to
find the one you like best.
The grind of the coffee is critical. Vary the
degree of grinding to find the right fineness
for the coffee beans being used.
A regular shot of espresso, the base of all
cafe coffees is approximately 30mls. The
shot of espresso is a concentrate, vary the
quantity of milk and additional hot water to
determine the strength and volume of the
coffee. If you are using a large cup or mug
you may require a double shot of espresso,
rather than just a single shot depending on
your taste.
Ensure your coffee grinds are ‘tamped’
evenly. ‘Tamping’ refers to the amount
of pressure with which coffee grinds are
packed into the filter.
If your espresso pours too slowly, tamp the
coffee grind more lightly, or try a coarser
grind.
If your espresso is thin and watery, tamp
the coffee grinds harder, or try a finer
grind.
Always use cold milk and a clean stainless
steel jug when texturing milk.
Always use the freshest beans or ground
coffee available and store in an airtight
container in a cool, dry, dark place.
Whole coffee beans stay fresh longer than
pre-ground coffee.
When grinding your own coffee, never grind
more than you will use for immediate use.
Once ground, the coffee will begin to loose
it’s goodness.
Pre-warm cups prior to making an
espresso, either by filling with hot water or
placing on the warming plate.
Once prepared, serve coffee immediately.
Keep your espresso machine clean and
thoroughly rinsed. Run water through
the brewing head and flush the steaming
nozzle in fresh water after each use.
Secrets to the perfect cup