I have been searching for coffee machines for ages. And eventually I thought I would try this one, because it was a good price, looked good and was quite compact.
It’s taken a few goes but I am now making some great flat whites.
I bought some cafe nero ground coffee to use, however, is it the same as cafe nero? No, but it’s a very good version.
Remember you pay £3.70 ish for a flat white in a coffee shop for a reason. They are trained baristas using machines that cost thousands.
But for a home one the taste and price is pretty amazing.
My next step is to buy a coffee grinder, apparently this is a game changer in the flavour of the coffee.
Little tips when using the machine:
- use espresso cups to collect the coffee, that way you’re measuring the right amount out.
- put machine on steam first, that way water is nice and hot for coffee. At first I found the coffee wasn’t hot enough, but doing this ensures it is.
- if you want more creamy milk rather than frothy, eg flat white, then don’t put steam valve on full, it creates less air, then keep on going until the jug is really hot to touch. It’s normally about 20-30 seconds.
I’ve only had it a month, but so far it’s a really good coffee machine.
| Merk | De'longhi |
|---|---|
| Modelnummer | Ec260.bk |
| Kleur | Zwart. |
| Productafmetingen | 34.3 x 20.5 x 28.5 cm; 4.3 kg |
| Capaciteit | 2 Koppen |
| Volume | 1 Liter |
| Vermogen/wattage | 1100 watt |
| Voltage | 220 |
| Materiaal | Kunststof |
| Noise Level | 44 dB |
| Speciale functies | Melkopschuimer |
| Itemgewicht | 4.3 kg |
| Spare part availability duration | Spare part information not available or provided |