Is it good for use in an espresso machine? Is it bland or flavorful? Please describe the flavor and acidity and strength of aftertaste.
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I dont about the espresso machine asfor the aftertaste i fined it pleasing strong but not to strong the acidity is med to miled hopr this answers your question
1359051
The Tim Hortons is a light roast so not as rich as other roasts. I think it has a very good flavor, but if you want a richer flavor you may need to use more coffee per cup. I don't know anything about expresso machines. If you want a richer, darker roast, try the Bali Blue Moon, which I also like.
1359052
I find it excellent for espresso. A bonus is that a lighter roast contains (slightly) more caffeine than the typical dark roast espresso blends.
85295
It is VERY good. I find Starbucks tasts burnt. The decaf is similar to the regular, but may be a tad more mild.I was using it in my cuisinart espresso machine and it was fantastic. It is not ground fine enough for my rancilio silvia machine... And I am upset because I do like it a lot!
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Hi Frank:If, cost and value and taste are your concerns, you will get far more for your dollar with the Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker. With this machine you control the flavor and number of shots. I've had many brands and they typically fail after a short time. Hands down this is the best machine yet and I use it everyday. One tip, grind beans yourself as preground is too fine and will likely block filter.Hope my feedback help! Happy brewing.
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I have found that 1 shot of espresso with the Rivo System is equivalent to a shot from "Starbucks". I found that I could if in a pinch, to use the same pod twice. But it sounds like you r like me & perfer "full flavor".... 3 shots, 3 pods.
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The finest settings works just fine for an espresso. Ground espresso I buy are a tad finer but this one also produce a very good espresso. I'd rather use this than a blade grinder.As for the comment about coffee outside of the container, I did not experience anything like that. I do not fill it up though.
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Yes your on the right track, I think espresso is a little to fine and the coffee comes out bitter, I have my coffee ground at a coffee shop and they grind it a notch above espresso ground, this Hario Drip makes a great cup of coffee if you have the time and patience to go thru the procedure to do it. Hope this helps.
1503633
My wife got this as a Christmas present for me. I love espresso and lattes but for me, the flavor has a strange aftertaste. The instructions say to only use their products, which kind of stinks because I want to experience the world of espresso, not just Keurig's espresso.
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Hi, the other two answers are correct. But are you making coffee or espresso? If you are making coffee you can also adjust the strength by adjusting the amount made, which will make it stronger. Personally, I use espresso beans for the strongest flavor and always make espresso. If I want coffee or less strong espresso I just add hot water from my instant hot water device at my sink. Also, since the espresso uses less water from the machine I don't have to refill the water compartment as often.
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I've used the components of the cappucino and hot chocolate together and it's pretty good (although it ain't no Starbucks, ya know?). But I must say, I'm debating returning the thing, as well. The temperature of the beverage is lukewarm, and the coffee tastes watery and burnt, although there was a post in here about a suggested remedy. I also agree with the recent post about feeling remiss diiscarding those discs that will decompose around the year 20,000. Does anyone know if there's a calorie/fat mesurement on the creamer that's used for the cappucino?
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The other two responses you got are correct in the iced coffee, just like iced tea, pour it over Ice. As far as the temp of the coffee, its quite hot out of my machine, others have to cool it off before they drink it. The taste of the coffee if you like a strong coffee flavor, use the Italian Espresso's on 12OZ serving. Perfect cup of coffee. Just follow the strength dots on the box. The box colors for the best coffee, Red, Orange, Yellow. Personal preference of course. Good Luck
91010
Couldn't tell you...I use it for alternative health purposes...extremely acidic...you've probably read of some geniuses trying to brush their teeth with it and ending up in the hospital...I dilute two drops into an 8oz cup of coffee or chai tea latte and can't taste it at all.
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I'm not an espresso drinker, so I really don't know. The jar says "Espresso Powder is a secret of professional bakers. Espresso lends deep, rich coffee flavor to everything from cookies, cakes, frosting, ice cream, brownies and as a decadent garnish for tiramisu. A premium blend of finely ground fresh espresso roasted Arabica beans. Designed to blend for easy mixing. The essential ingredient for creating rich coffee flavor or enhancing your favorite chocolate desserts." It's a pretty intense smelling fine powder. No where on the jar does it mention using it for brewing espresso, but if you don't use espresso powder, what do you use?I know this doesn't answer your question, but maybe provides some info. I'm not an espresso drinker, so I really don't know. The jar says "Espresso Powder is a secret of professional bakers. Espresso lends deep, rich coffee flavor to everything from cookies, cakes, frosting, ice cream, brownies and as a decadent garnish for tiramisu. A premium blend of finely ground fresh espresso roasted Arabica beans. Designed to blend for easy mixing. The essential ingredient for creating rich coffee flavor or enhancing your favorite chocolate desserts." It's a pretty intense smelling fine powder. No where on the jar does it mention using it for brewing espresso,... » Read More I'm not an espresso drinker, so I really don't know. The jar says "Espresso Powder is a secret of professional bakers. Espresso lends deep, rich coffee flavor to everything from cookies, cakes, frosting, ice cream, brownies and as a decadent garnish for tiramisu. A premium blend of finely ground fresh espresso roasted Arabica beans. Designed to blend for easy mixing. The essential ingredient for creating rich coffee flavor or enhancing your favorite chocolate desserts." It's a pretty intense smelling fine powder. No where on the jar does it mention using it for brewing espresso, but if you don't use espresso powder, what do you use?I know this doesn't answer your question, but maybe provides some info. « Show Less
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We bought ours as a replacement to a Starbucks Saeco machine (which we used heavily for 9 years), and were very disappointed in it. It lasted about two years with using it 2 to 3 timese a day. The steamer is what went bad - making the milk taste burnt. If you are just using it for the espresso, my guess is that it will hold up fine.
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Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of espresso, though, go for it. Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of... » Read More Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of espresso, though, go for it. « Show Less
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I personally dont notice any aftertaste. I use it in smoothies and I also mix it with bottled water and put it in a squeeze bottle to easily sweeten coffee.
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It can be a bit of a jolt to learn that espresso machines are about half the cost of great espresso. I use this Gaggia Classic. My Rancillio grinder cost more. Think it through, there are many bean types and freshness varies. Both effect grind. If you buy truely fresh roasted beans they should be ground slightly coarser, still quite fine, for first 4 or 5 days. Then less fresh they dry out a little and need slightly finer grind to control 22sec brew time. Store whole beans in really air tight containers, non refrigerated. The "art" of great espresso is how you grind it. That takes long experience. If you get a truely fresh roast and grind just right you cup will fill with 50% golden foam and it will taste a little sweeter. I still need a little sugar but never milk or foam. Starbucks has an advantage with their always fresh roasts. By the time you can "pull" a good single shot 2oz espresso you might agree with me, LOL. They still give me trouble........... Happy Trails
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I too have been waiting to see recent reviews. Seem to be trending positive lately - and I note that one review commented: "... new FDA guidelines, they can't put whole stevia in this anymore, so it's just an "extract" which is much more bitter". While I cannot confirm that, it makes sense. I used to put 3 drops in a cup of coffee, and now am putting in 10, and to flavor yogurt, have had to similarly double/triple. I have not noticed the bad taste/bitter taste others noted.