How to choose and use a Panarello attachment

When preparing coffee, the Panarello attachment is used to prepare milk froth. This attachment is also sometimes called a mechanical cappuccino maker. But you will definitely be right if you call this device manual, because when working, this device does not resemble mechanics, but only uses the principle of hydrodynamics.

In the modern world, it is difficult to imagine a person who would be indifferent to coffee. Yes, maybe someone likes only one coffee drink, while another can drink absolutely everything that has to do with caffeine.

Today, everyone in their city can go to a cafe and buy their favorite coffee, but sometimes it happens that there is simply no way to go out into the city, but you really want to drink your favorite drink. In this case, you can make coffee at home, but for this you need special equipment. It is not necessary to buy a coffee machine; you can simply purchase a certain attachment that will become your assistant.

Who is it suitable for?

A drip coffee maker prepares one type of coffee – filtered, which can also be called a real “Americano”.
Therefore, those who are disappointed after a purchase usually expect to get something noticeably stronger than from a French press or pouring boiling water from a kettle over ground coffee in a cup. But in fact, such equipment is simply not intended for brewing a drink of at least a geyser level of saturation.

But this is exactly the original recipe for making the “correct” Americano. It’s not for nothing that in America, both North and South, finding coffee other than filtered can be extremely difficult. That is, if you are a fan of this particular type of coffee drink, then your choice is a drip coffee maker. If you only drink Americano, then buy an espresso coffee machine or a carob pump coffee maker, then dilute the drink with hot water - shoot sparrows from a cannon. Taking into account the fact that drip coffee makers start from 1-2 thousand rubles.

Types of cappuccino maker

Coffee machines can be equipped with the following types of cappuccino maker:

• Mechanical;
• Manual;
• Steam (automatic).

Mechanical device

It is a mechanism that is produced separately from the coffee machine. The mechanical device resembles a regular kitchen mixer. As a rule, the device runs on batteries. Beating is done using a metal whisk in the shape of a spring. The nozzle is lowered into a container with a dairy product and beats, working at high speed.

Those who have watched baristas at work making cappuccino have probably noticed how the barista pours milk into the frothing container. Milk pitchers made of metal are considered the most durable and practical. Ceramic pitchers are available for sale, but they are often purchased for decorative purposes in the kitchen. Ceramics is too fragile a material, so experienced coffee drinkers prefer to use metal pitchers.

Another option for a mechanical milk frother: a container with a whisk built into the jug or bowl. The electric cappuccino maker works on the principle of a blender. The milk is poured into the bowl, the lid is closed, and after pressing the start button, churning occurs. Whipped milk is poured into the finished coffee.

Advantages of a mechanical device:

1. Even if you don’t have a coffee machine at home, you can make real milk coffee.
2. Affordable price.
3. Easy to clean and assemble.

Negative points:

1. The milk remains cold because the device is not equipped with a heater.
2. The milk foam quickly disappears.

Manual cappuccino maker

Using this device, milk is frothed using steam. Through a hot steam supply tube, called a “panarello”, steam under high pressure is released into the cup of milk product, due to which the milk is whipped into a strong foam. Most often, coffee machines with a manual cappuccino maker are not equipped with a separate container. Milk is poured into a cup, placed under the panarello, and after whipping, the foam is poured into the finished coffee.

Why choose coffee machines with Pannarello:

1. The foam is prepared quite simply.
2. You can use the required amount of milk.
3. The model is equipped with the function of whipping and heating milk.
4. Easy to care for.

Negative points:

1. Manual mode is used.
2. The process needs to be constantly monitored.

Automatic (steam) device

In an automatic cappuccino maker, the main device is a special nozzle. The built-in pump has a nozzle in the form of a tube, which is inserted into a container into which milk is first poured. Under pressure, the tube sucks in milk, which mixes with steam and turns into thick milk foam. After this, the foam is served directly into the cup of coffee.

Advantages of an automatic device:

1. There is no need to monitor the process; it happens autonomously.
2. Coffee machines that have automatic functions for frothing milk are easy to operate.
3. Milk foam is served into a cup of coffee already hot.

Negative points:

1. High price.
2. Difficult maintenance: the coffee machine is disassembled after each use, all components are washed and dried.

Types of cappuccino maker

Cappuccino makers, which come as an addition to coffee machines, come in different types.

Auto

Modern coffee brewers are equipped with a special boiler, which not only heats the water, but also promotes the formation of steam. This is what you need to brew cappuccino. The steam enters the cappuccino maker under pressure and mixes with cream or high-fat milk, resulting in the formation of thick foam. The entire process in the cappuccino machine occurs automatically. Also, the nozzle does not require special care. Most modern grain coffee machines for home with a cappuccino maker are of the automatic type.

Mechanical

The operating principle is similar to a geyser coffee maker. This cappuccino maker consists of three compartments. The lower compartment is intended for water, the valve is located in the middle, and the upper compartment has a lid with a straw for steam. To operate such a device, an open fire is required, so due to its inconvenience, it is used least often by coffee lovers.

Manual

Allows you to whip up delicious foam for your drink in the most comfortable way. According to reviews, a manual cappuccino maker has many advantages over the two previous types. Users note that such a device is small in size and consists of a whisk and a handle. To make the foam thick, you should first heat the dairy product to 70 degrees and pour it into the container by a third. This cappuccino maker is activated by pressing a button. It is recommended to whip the foam for no more than 60 seconds. This cappuccino maker runs on batteries. Therefore, you can prepare a delicious drink not only at home, but also in nature.

Which coffee machine should you choose?

If you are faced with a choice of which coffee machine to buy for a coffee shop or for home use - with a built-in cappuccino maker or with a panarello - then choose based on the number of cups you will prepare per day.

• If this is a coffee shop, then the traffic will be high, and you will need to brew a lot of coffee with a cup. Then it is better to choose a coffee machine with a built-in cappuccino maker. It will not only allow you to prepare drinks with the same amount and consistency of foam, but will also simplify the barista’s task, since he will not have to stand at the machine while the coffee is being prepared. In addition, the milk, constantly circulating through the tubes inside the cappuccino maker, will not have time to dry out due to the large flow of people. Such a car can be washed only once a day - at the end of the shift.
• If you are choosing a cappuccino maker for your home, it is best to choose a model with a panarello. Firstly, it is very practical - the milk will not dry out, even if you do not wash the device every day or do not use it very regularly. All you need to do is wipe the nozzle with a cloth after use or “foam” plain water to clean the nozzle. In addition, thanks to the panarello, you can regulate the density and amount of foam yourself, making it exactly the way you like it.

How to clean it properly

The cappuccino maker in the coffee machine must be cleaned after each use. If milk residues are not removed, it quickly becomes contaminated due to the growth of lactic acid bacteria.

If the device does not work well, the problem is a clog. To clean the cappuccino maker in a coffee machine using a special product recommended by the manufacturer, follow the instructions:

1. Pour the cleaner into a milk container and boil, passing it through the system.
2. Repeat the operation at least 5 times with a period of 10 minutes.
3. In between, turn off the machine to let it cool down.

After cleaning, rinse the cappuccino maker with running water.

Preparing one cup of cappuccino

If you intend to make one cup of cappuccino, then it is better to pour the milk into the same cup from which you will drink coffee. You will need milk with a fat content of at least 3.5%, since experiments with lower fat content give the same result: just warmed milk without foam.

We recommend 3.5% fat content from the manufacturer Parmalat, Taste Villas (this is not an advertisement), try it and you will understand the difference yourself. It is advisable that the milk comes from the refrigerator.

Fill the cup a third full with milk, maybe a little less, maybe a little more.

Before you start frothing milk, you must turn on the steam function. If you don't know how to do this, read the instruction manual for your coffee machine.

Next, place some empty container under the steam spout and open the steam tap or press the button. Water will come out first, then after some time dry steam should come out, don’t be afraid, there’s nothing terrible, although the sounds will be terrifying.

When dry steam starts, cover the steam for a while and place your glass one-third full of milk. The pannarello attachment should be partially submerged in the milk.

Now open the steam tap again and the milk will start frothing. Then it’s a matter of taste, you will clearly see when the foam reaches the required condition.

Through experimentation you will find your own version of milk readiness.

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Next, turn off the steam function, place the cup under the coffee spouts and press the treasured button that you usually press. The resulting foam is filled with brown coffee drink. The cappuccino is ready.

Conclusions:

• Panarello is a type of mechanical cappuccino maker, distinguished by the fact that it whips the foam in a separate container, and not inside the coffee machine.
• The nozzle is the best option for home use, suitable for small offices and coffee shops.
• Panarello can come complete with a coffee machine, or be sold separately, the main thing is that the device has a steam function.
• It is best to froth milk from the refrigerator, about 5 degrees, and with a fat content of at least 3%, only this will give a strong, beautiful, dense foam.
• To rinse the nozzle, simply “foam” it with regular clean water.

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Cappuccino recipes

It’s not easy to add variety to a coffee cocktail that has just 2 ingredients. Over time, various preparation options have been created to help you understand how to make cappuccino.

Recipe 1

The simplest cappuccino using a whisk requires minimal spending. Suitable for people who are far from coffee culture and would like to get to know what cappuccino is. To prepare, you will need instant coffee and full-fat milk.

Bring water to a boil, pour in 1-2 teaspoons of coffee, add sugar if you want to soften the bitterness. Heat the milk until bubbles form, quickly remove before the boiling process begins. Then beat the hot milk with a whisk until a thick, foamy consistency forms. Cover with a milk cap of coffee. The cappuccino is ready.

Recipe 2

An option on how to make a decaffeinated vegan cappuccino using a cappuccino maker.

Select decaffeinated ground or bean coffee and a richer plant drink (for example, coconut Aroy-D or NeMoloko 3.2%).

The following steps depend on the type of coffee machine: pour in the espresso base, pour in the milk analogue. Either one cappuccino program is launched, or two consecutive ones - espresso and milk foam. The prepared cappuccino is sweetened or decorated with cinnamon to taste.

Recipe 3

A one-minute recipe for those who want to achieve voluminous foam, has a mechanical cappuccino maker and is limited in time. Prepare instant coffee and sugar in equal parts, water and milk in double parts. Place everything except the last ingredient in an elongated container, dissolve, then whisk using a cappuccino maker. Add heated milk and beat again.

Recipe 4

A method for those who prefer to make cappuccino using a cappuccino maker or other frothing mechanism from ground coffee.

Cold water is filled into the Turk and 1-2 tablespoons of coffee are added. The mixture is brought to a boil, then removed from the heat, carefully poured to separate the sediment from the liquid. Separately, the milk is whipped with a whisk, mixer or mechanical cappuccino maker. Then it is added on top of the coffee.

Recipe 5

For the original recipe, you will need a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker that works with ground beans. The highlight will be adding the spices you prefer to the ground coffee. Combinations with cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, and star anise are popular.

After filling the hopper with the selected mixture, the milk is filled into the appropriate tank/the cappuccino maker tube is lowered into the bag, then, depending on the type of machine, programs for brewing the drink are used.

Ingredients and equipment

The recipe for making cappuccino in a coffee machine is simple, because the classic version of the drink includes only three components:

1. Coffee. You can buy ground or grind the grains yourself. Blends “for espresso” are ideal: they combine several varieties that are in harmony with each other. Pure 100% Arabica or mixed with Robusta (up to 15%) is used.
2. Milk. Milk with a fat content of 3.2% or higher froths best. A low-fat product does not produce high-quality foam.
3. Water. Water with a mineralization of about 150 mg/l and a pH of 7.0 is suitable.

Making the right cappuccino without special equipment - a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker - is quite difficult. Automatic and semi-automatic devices differ in control method, functions and price.

How the Panarello nozzle works

Panarello's action is determined by the flow of steam, which is supplied inside the container with milk and in just half a minute forms a fluffy and stable foam with an even distribution of air bubbles. An experienced barista achieves a similar result without a special nozzle, but if you prepare cappuccino irregularly at home or in the office, a manual cappuccino maker will be a convenient help.

Externally, the Panarello nozzle looks like a tube with holes at the end, made of plastic or stainless steel. The tip is connected to the steam supply line, which is generated in a special boiler of the coffee machine.

The steam passes through the Panarello and at the exit is divided into three jets, which eliminates splashing of milk and simplifies the production of foam of uniform consistency. The device uses the ejector principle, according to which the frothed milk is sucked through a side calibrated hole into the nozzle and circulates in a closed circuit, undergoing intense aeration. Whisk the foam in a separate container, and at the end of the process, pour it into a cup of espresso.

What is a milk frother?

Milk frothers, also called cappuccino makers, are becoming increasingly popular. These names are synonyms. Milk is poured into this machine. It functions like this: it processes milk, enriching it with oxygen. A light thick foam appears.

There are manual stainless steel devices that whip milk froth mechanically, due to the rotation of a spring. The second type is more advanced automatic cappuccino makers that work with a coffee machine, which use a spray bottle to saturate milk with heated steam.

A cappuccino machine is a milk frother for making coffee.

How to use a manual cappuccino maker in a coffee machine?

Before frothing milk, make sure there is enough liquid in the water container to heat up the steam.

A metal jug with a spout - a pitcher - is suitable as a container for whipping. If you don't have one, use any glass that can withstand high temperatures.

Turn on the coffee machine in steam mode. First, drain the water from the tube until steam comes out without any drops of water. Lower the nozzle into the milk 0.5 cm so that both milk and air enter the nozzle. Keep the pitcher at an angle of 45 degrees. Turn on steam. Hold the container of milk so that the cappuccino maker swirls the liquid into the funnel. Fix in this position for half a minute. When enough foam has been collected, lower the spout of the tube deeper into the milk to warm it up.

It is important to monitor the temperature: overheated milk will lose its sweetness and taste bland. Turn off the cappuccino maker. If large bubbles form, tap the jug on the table with sharp, confident movements.

Stir until the milk and foam combine, using a circular motion without lifting the pitcher from the surface.

Differences between Panarello and cappuccino maker

Although the principle of operation is similar, automatic and manual cappuccino makers differ significantly in design and functionality. In coffee machines with a built-in cappuccino maker, the whipping process is fully automated and performed inside the machine. To prepare a cappuccino, just pour the milk into a container (built-in or free-standing) and place a cup into which, after pressing the button, coffee and foam will be poured in succession.

When using the Panarello attachment, espresso is brewed separately and milk is frothed, and the sequence of combining the components depends on the selected drink: macchiato, cappuccino, latte. The cream is whipped in a special jug called a pitcher, which is convenient for controlling the increase in volume and degree of heating of milk.

An automatic cappuccino maker is appropriate for a coffee shop with a large number of visitors. In the office or at home, where coffee with milk is prepared from time to time, using Panarello is more convenient and cheaper.

Coffee machine with Panarello nozzle

Autonomous cappuccino makers

If your coffee maker does not have a cappuccino maker, you can purchase a stand-alone device. There are two types of stand-alone milk frothers on the market:

• hand electric beaters;
• frothers with milk container.

Manual electric beaters

A handheld electric whisk is like a miniature mixer. The device runs on batteries. The milk must be heated before frothing. To get good foam, you have to whisk the milk for at least one minute.

Advantages of manual electric whisks:

• devices are cheap;
• The electric whisk does not need to be connected to the network, so you can use it at the dacha or on a picnic.

• they quickly fail;
• devices do not heat milk;
• the foam turns out less tender and elastic than when whipped with a steamer.

Frothers with milk container

With the light hand of the Nestle company, frothers with a milk container are called aerocino: these devices are equipped with Nespresso capsule coffee machines.

The foamer resembles a regular electric kettle. Milk is poured into it and placed on a stand, which is connected to the network using a power cord.

The foamer can be used in one of 3 modes:

• frothing milk while heating it;
• whipping without heating;
• heating without whipping.

When choosing an Aerochino, you should pay attention to what kind of drive it has: mechanical or magnetic. Foamers with a magnetic drive are more reliable, quieter and easier to clean

• To use the device you do not need any special skills, just select the operating mode;
• Aerocino is convenient not only to froth milk for cappuccino, but also to prepare cocoa or milk chocolate;
• The foamer is compact and can be used at work;
• The device is easy to clean.

The only drawback of the Aerochino compared to a manual electric whisk is the price. However, for those who regularly drink milk drinks, it is more profitable to buy a frother with a container.

on-load tap-changer

This stainless steel nozzle is the easiest to work with for a novice moonshiner-distiller: it provides good separation and holds itself in the reinforcing column. The on-load tap-changer tape is rolled into 100 mm bars and inserted into our dividing column or frame. And does not require any maintenance. The maximum is to rinse with water, for example, with a shower head or hose.

There is also a copper on-load tap-changer; it has a positive effect on the taste of the drink, but its use will cause much more trouble, and it is not durable. The fact is that copper deposits sulfur compounds on itself, from which it must be regularly cleaned with acid, otherwise it loses its properties and can even be harmful. The thickness of the nozzle wire is about 0.7 mm, so even citric acid quickly corrodes the metal. Therefore, we do not recommend using a copper on-load tap-changer; this position is supported by negative reviews from our customers.

How to make the right choice

When choosing a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker, you need to pay attention not only to the method of preparing the foam, but also to the characteristics of the unit itself. These include:

These include:

1. Power: the higher it is, the faster the drink will be ready.

Please note: the higher the cappuccino preparation speed, the less strong the coffee will be.

1. The raw materials used: whether it is ready-made ground coffee, beans or capsules - the choice depends on the personal preferences and capabilities of the owner. For example, having bought a capsule coffee machine, you should prepare for the constant purchase of capsules. If you choose a coffee maker that uses ground powder, you should be prepared to purchase a separate coffee grinder if you need to use whole beans.
2. Size of machines: the less free space in the kitchen, the smaller the coffee machine should be. In some cases, it will be more profitable to purchase a small coffee maker and a manual cappuccino maker, which can be easily removed if necessary.
3. Functionality: delayed start, ability to interrupt the process, change the grinding speed and degree, and much more.

It is important to know: the more the machine can do, the more it will cost - this purchase will only be justified if the owner understands coffee and is ready to try different recipes.

The ability to warm up cups: cappuccino is prepared exclusively in a warm container, and therefore it is desirable that the machine can heat the glass on its own.

Durability of the device, materials used and working condition. It is also worth paying attention to the manufacturer

It can be either one that specializes exclusively in coffee machines) or a company that produces various types of equipment (for example, Bosch). It is important that the company has a service center in the city, and spare parts can be easily purchased if the equipment suddenly breaks down .

When choosing a cappuccino maker, it is important to pay attention to:

1. Existing coffee maker: if there is already a coffee machine in the house, but without a cappuccino maker, and the owner does not intend to change it, you should limit yourself to a manual model. The owner has decided to completely change the coffee maker; it is worth calculating whether it would be more profitable to replace the coffee grinder, coffee maker and cappuccino maker with one device.
2. The need for a cappuccino maker: if the owner prepares a latte once a year, there is no point in purchasing a specialized and expensive model of a coffee machine with a built-in cappuccino maker - it is better to limit it to a manual one.
3. Final dimensions: if the cappuccino maker has a separate container for milk, you need to leave more space on the table for it. On the other hand, such devices look more prestigious and elegant. If appearance is not very important, you can limit yourself to an automatic coffee maker with a straw or give preference to a panarello.

Since the invention of coffee drinks, people have been continuously trying to give them a special taste and aroma using various additives: milk, cream, cinnamon, etc.

Cappuccino and latte are some of the most popular coffee options that are famous all over the world. To prepare them, you need to whip milk or cream into an elastic foam, which can only be done with the help of special cappuccino makers.

You can study the working process of the cappuccino maker in more detail by watching the video:

Making coffee in a coffee machine

In a coffee machine with cappuccino maker

Today, cappuccino is one of the popular coffee drinks. It is prepared in special coffee machines that allow milk to be frothed.

This attachment is called a cappuccino maker. Not all coffee machines have the same operating principle, which is why cappuccino tastes different.

Pannarello attachment

The coffee machine can have either an automatic cappuccino maker or a manual one (it has a Pannarello tip).

When considering machines for making coffee with a manual cappuccino nozzle, it should be noted that there are many models with such a cappuccino maker. And the cappuccino device is made in the form of a pipe located on the working panel of the coffee machine. Steam is forced through this tube under high pressure.

Such a tube can be made of either metal or plastic. The nozzle on such a pipe (pannarello) can have several holes, which greatly simplifies the process of frothing milk. As they say in professional barista circles, in order to make a good cappuccino it is not necessary to have a panarello; professionals can do without it, but as a device for home use it is convenient.

Many models with a simple cappuccino system are produced under the Delonghi and Philips brands. These coffee machines are popular because of their simplicity and quick preparation of aromatic drinks for the whole family.

Method for preparing cappuccino in machines with a manual nozzle:

• let the steam escape from the tube (this both removes moisture from the future frothed milk and cleans the tube);
• pour natural fat milk into a special jug (usually made of stainless steel);
• place the container under the tube and use steam to whip the milk using rotational movements;
• if the coffee machine is equipped with a panarello nozzle, then you can work with it at an angle, tilting it slightly away from the milk jug;

Important! Do not heat the milk too much, the maximum temperature is seventy degrees. You can check the temperature of the milk simply by holding the jug in your hand.

Highly heated milk gives the cappuccino a not-so-good taste. After whipping, to remove too large bubbles, you need to hit the bottom of the jug of milk on the table several times, and then the large bubbles will settle. The resulting foam is perfect for making café macchiato (coffee with milk), latte macchiato (milk with coffee), and cappuccino.

Coffee machines equipped with an automatic cappuccino maker come in two types: devices with a waste hose and models with a hose in the form of a jug into which milk is poured. The first type allows you to prepare coffee in two phases.

The coffee itself is prepared separately, and the milk separately. Moreover, there is no need to pour the milk into a separate container, but just open the bag and place the hose inside and then turn on the milk supply after pouring the coffee. This machine is advantageous because it allows you to prepare not only cappuccino, but also latte macchiato. First the milk is frothed and then a little coffee is added and the latte macchiato is ready.

Such machines have a reasonable price, but one of the disadvantages is the inability to prepare coffee fully automatically, since you have to move the cup first for coffee, then for milk foam. In addition, it is not always possible to make the foam of a uniform consistency, and this depends on the degree of heating of the tube that produces the steam. But at the same time, models of such coffee makers are popular for many cafes and for home use.

A cappuccino machine with a jug is easy to operate. Firstly, pour milk into a container; it can be perfectly stored in the refrigerator. This container has adjustable foam density when whipping, and the shape of the jug itself is adapted for effective whipping. The required drink is prepared in two clicks. First, the espresso is set on the touch panel, and then you need to press the milk foam. The prices for such products are quite high, but the convenience of preparing an aromatic coffee drink is at a high level.

What types of milk frothers for coffee are there?

How many options are there for frothing milk until foamy? Initially, it must be said that there is cold and hot boiling, manual and automatic. How a cappuccino maker works and how to use it depends on its type. Next, we will look at the existing options so that you know the key differences between the different types before purchasing.

Mechanical

All coffee lovers need this device at home. This is a great addition to your kitchen. A mechanical cappuccino maker comes with whisk attachments. This model has attachments in the form of whisks and springs. The attachments move under the influence of steam and function like a miniature mixer.

In a coffee machine with a panarello, the functioning mechanism resembles a spray bottle. The set percentage of milk is drawn into the nozzle itself by the system, saturated with steam and then returned to the container. The foam may be denser, but the density depends on the model of the device.

Auto

This version of the milk frother is considered the most modern and functional. All it takes is one simple motion to serve your favorite mocha with a rich foam. The device independently prepares the drink. Your task is to monitor the replenishment of the compartments and, of course, wash the device after use.

Semi-automatic

This option for preparing coffee occurs in two stages. Initially, espresso is prepared, after which milk or cream is poured. The cream is heated and foamed, then added to the drink. Milk will flow through the tube into the glass. Accordingly, such a device requires careful operation.

What are the pros and cons of the nozzle?

If you hear the word “nozzle”, this does not mean that the foam will be worse than in a coffee machine. But still, you will notice certain inconveniences when you use a hand-held device:

• Additional utensils will be needed when using;
• It is necessary to control the process when the foam is whipped;
• The temperature of your favorite drink will not be so high, because the cooking process will take place in two stages.

Despite the above disadvantages, the nozzle has many advantages that cover all the disadvantages:

• The Panarello nozzle costs less than a coffee maker or automatic coffee machine;
• You can regulate the amount of foam you get. After all, each person has different preferences;
• Easy to use and also easy to clean. To do this, you will need to beat water instead of foam, and the nozzle will be clean;
• If suddenly there is some kind of breakdown, the repair will cost much less than fixing a coffee machine
• Thanks to manual preparation, you can easily learn how to draw patterns on coffee.

How to whip foam correctly with a Panarello attachment

To obtain a thick and homogeneous foam with a manual cappuccino maker, simply follow these steps step by step:

1. Attach the nozzle and drain the condensation from the steam wand.
2. Pour milk into the pitcher one-third to half full. Take the jug and milk cold to increase the frothing time. A stainless steel milk jug makes it easier to control the temperature.
3. Turn on the steam supply and insert the Panarello nozzle into the milk by 10-15 mm. Continue saturation with air for no longer than 15 seconds until the volume increases by 1.5-2 times and the temperature reaches 40ºC, when the hand no longer feels the cold of the pitcher.
4. To obtain a homogeneous state, deepen the nozzle until a funnel forms and mix the foam for 5-10 seconds up to 70ºC, until your palm feels discomfort from contact with hot metal.
5. Close the tap and dry the Panarello and tube with a tissue. Turn on the steam for 3-4 seconds to remove any remaining milk from the inside.
6. Stir the milk in a circular motion until smooth, and if there are large bubbles, lightly tap the milk jug on the countertop.
7. Pour the milk froth into the espresso cup.

Various devices can be used to froth milk. The Pannarello nozzle will help you get a fluffy foam. True, the desired result is achieved only if a number of operating rules are observed.

Useful tips and advice

Proper care of the device will ensure excellent operation of the coffee machine for a long time.

Any purchased coffee machine requires, as a rule, regular preventive operations. If you follow certain rules, the technology will not let you down. The most important thing is to clean the containers from milk residues and coffee grounds. The automatic heating plate must be kept clean and wiped off any spilled coffee.

If the model is equipped with a paper filter, it must be changed after each brewing, a nylon filter – once every two months, and a “gold” one (with titanium coating) is considered non-replaceable.

Keeping the coffee grinder dry in the coffee making machine is a necessary condition for proper care.

If you have a coffee grinder, you should keep it dry and wipe it with a napkin before adding beans.

Milk frothing equipment: cappuccino maker and pitcher

Before you begin the process of preparing a coffee drink, you need to prepare the equipment. To froth milk, the coffee machine must be equipped with a special tube that releases steam. The barista should also prepare a clean milk pitcher (jag).

Cappuccino maker

– devices for preparing milk foam used in espresso-based drinks. The device must be connected to the steam wand on the coffee machine. Today there are a large number of devices of different shapes, dimensions, methods of supplying steam and functions performed. The most common attachment is the Panarello cappuccino maker. There are two types of cappuccino makers:

• steam
  – spray principle;
• mechanical
  - the principle of torsion of the rims.

A pitcher is primarily a metal vessel for frothing milk. They can also be made of ceramics, plastic and glass. The material must have good thermal conductivity properties, since in order to froth milk, its temperature must be controlled. Also, the material must have a neutral chemical composition. A poor quality pitcher can greatly affect the taste of your coffee drink.

Rating of devices with automatic cappuccino maker

Nivona CafeRomatica 758

Price ~65,000 rub.
Minimalistic, equipped with a color display that can be controlled from a smartphone, a coffee machine with a built-in coffee grinder from the Swiss company Nivona is an ideal option for lovers of homemade cappuccino.

Characteristics:

• Max. power – 1455 W.
• The volume of the water container is 2.2 l.
• Pressure – 15 Bar.
• Case material – metal.

Pros:

• the most simple controls;
• built-in coffee grinder;
• no noise;
• color display;
• function for adjusting the height of the coffee supply unit;
• self-cleaning, water hardness control;
• heating and simultaneous preparation of two cups;
• Auto power off option.

Minus:

lack of an anti-drip system.

De'Longhi ETAM 29.660

Price ~60,000 rub.

The new model pleases gourmets with an expanded milk program “Milk Menu” and the function of preparing delicate Americano.

Characteristics:

• Max. power – 1450 W.
• The volume of the water container is 1.4 l.
• Pressure – 15 Bar.

Pros:

• the narrowest machine with an auto-cappuccino maker;
• built-in coffee grinder;
• backlit display;
• stylish design;
• function of regulating the coffee supply unit;
• self-cleaning, regulation of water hardness;
• there is a timer, auto shut-off;
• heating, cooking two servings at once.

Minuses:

reduced volume of compartments for grains and water.

Bosch TES 60321 RW

Price ~51,000 rub.

Solid, multifunctional model, suitable for the office. Quite large in size, it is aimed at preparing milk-based drinks, as well as high-quality espresso and lungo.

Characteristics:

• Max. power – 1.5 W.
• Pressure – 15 Bar.
• The volume of the water container is 1.7 l.

Pros:

• convenient control system “AromaDoubleShot”;
• auto shutdown;
• self-cleaning;
• height adjustment of the coffee supply unit;
• preparing two cups at once;
• German sophistication and quality.

Minuses:

• large size;
• little noise.

De'Longhi ECAM 22.360

Price ~39,000 rub.

This coffee machine is an example of an ideal price-quality ratio. Its main advantage is the accessibility of the water container and the ability to install it in a niche. There is also an auto-rinse function that is triggered when the device is turned off.

Characteristics:

• Power – 1450 W.
• The volume of the water container is 1.8 l.
• Pressure – 15 Bar.
• Heater – thermoblock.

Pros:

• setting the amount of milk foam;
• built-in coffee grinder;
• access to the water bowl through the front panel;
• self-cleaning, regulation of water hardness;
• timer, auto shutdown;
• 13 grind levels;
• heating, simultaneous preparation of two cups.

Minus:

lack of an anti-drip system.

Characteristics of the coffee machine

The main role in preparing a coffee drink is, first of all, played by a machine, which must meet some necessary requirements. The final result will depend not on the brand of the device used, but on its technical characteristics:

1. Type of coffee machine. There are semi-automatic and fully automatic models. Automatic machines are by far the most convenient for home use, as they can do everything for you. Semi-automatic is more suitable for professionals than for amateurs.
2. Cup warming function. One of the important nuances: the container in which cappuccino coffee is served must be heated to +40 degrees.
3. Type of cappuccino maker. There are manual and automatic models. When choosing, give preference to the second option.

Since a mandatory attribute of a cappuccino is well-whipped milk foam, it is necessary to find out how a cappuccino machine (a device for whipping foam) works.

There are two varieties of this device:

• Steam. A kind of atomizer connected to the coffee machine, it uses it to mix steam with milk, resulting in the formation of foam.
• Mechanical. It is a whisk with a container in which milk is whipped. The foam is formed thanks to the whisk rotating at high speed.

Why do you need a Panchenkov nozzle and how to work with it correctly

The Panchenkov nozzle is a mesh made of stainless steel or copper, designed to purify alcohol vapors from harmful fractions and impurities. Installed directly into the drawer (pipe between the distillation cube and the refrigerator). Designed for column-type devices (will not work with conventional distillers). Costs from 200 to 1000 rubles, depending on the material and manufacturer. For inexperienced moonshiners, we recommend that you carefully study this information, because simply putting the nozzle into the pipe is not enough. You need to know a number of subtleties that will allow you to distill effectively and safely with this device.

Drip coffee maker history of creation

This coffee maker is based on the method of brewing coffee by slowly pouring hot water, or percolation. Percolation is the phenomenon of flow or non-flow of liquids through porous materials.

Drip coffee maker

The history of the drip coffee maker is long: such a device was first proposed to be used at the beginning of the 18th century in Paris.

Since then, this device has been modernized many times, reinvented, patented, and the type of drip coffee maker familiar to our time appeared somewhere in the middle of the 20th century.

A modern drip coffee maker has its own electric heating source that heats the water, which then slowly passes through the coffee filter, extracting the flavor components from it, and flows into the reservoir.

How to brew coffee with foam without milk

Now about how to make oriental-style coffee with foam. The drink is brewed only from finely ground grains.

To prepare two servings, pour 2 tsp into a cturk. ground grains and sugar to taste. Mix the ingredients and heat on the stove. Keep the Turk suspended, do not place it on the burner.

Interesting! How to make cappuccino in Turk

After a minute, pour cold water up to the narrowest part. Place the Turk on low heat and wait until a dense foam forms. Turn off the heat and remove the container from the stove.

Do not leave the Turk on the switched off burner. Pour the drink into the cup immediately. Otherwise, it will continue to heat up and “escape.” The foam will settle and lose its integrity.

Detailed instructions and some tricks are described in the article: “How to brew coffee with foam in a Turk at home.”

Principles of milk cap formation

Foam is formed due to the fusion of bubbles that appear during boiling with the essential oils of the grains. Therefore, be sure to bring the drink to a boil and immediately remove the coffee maker from the stove.

To make lush foam, take high-quality raw materials. It will not be possible to make foam on coffee from expired or over-roasted beans.

To make Turkish coffee, use a Turk, but pour water only to the narrowest point. If you add more liquid, the brewed drink will “escape” when boiling. The foam won't work.

When frothing cappuccino at home, use fresh, warm milk. Cold is poured only when whipped with steam from the cappuccino maker.

How to choose a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker

Types of coffee machines. There are units with built-in coffee grinders, which allows you to use beans. They are preferred by connoisseurs of strong drink, because freshly ground coffee turns out to be the most aromatic and tasty, but after 10 minutes these qualities are lost

It is important to be able to control the degree of grinding to adjust the taste of the drink being prepared: the finer the grind, the more bitter. Also pay attention to the bean container, giving preference to a two-chamber one. Capsule machines are designed for portioned capsules, which are placed in a special compartment. Carob machines work on ground coffee, which the user pours into a special cone.

Pods are almost no different from carob ones, except that pods (briquettes) are used instead of ground grain.

Pods are almost no different from carob ones, except that pods (briquettes) are used instead of ground grain.

Types of cappuccino makers. The automatic one will handle the cooking in a matter of seconds. A special device attached to the steam generator has an adjustable gap in the tube through which the milk moves. This allows you to create foam of varying densities. Human participation is not required, which will significantly save time. The manual one prepares the foam using a whisk. The entire process is under the control of the user making the air foam. The mechanical one is also controlled by a person, since you need to place a cup of milk under a special steam generator tube to form a funnel. To make the foam thick, you need to move the container around the tube. Of course, it will take more time to create cappuccino using these methods, but the taste and quality, according to gourmets, will be much better than with automatic preparation. Power. The higher it is, the faster you can get the drink. True, energy consumption will also increase, which will certainly affect monthly financial expenses. There is another disadvantage - a decrease in strength. Experts consider coffee machines with a power from 1000 to 1500 W optimal. Volume of water tank. This parameter depends on the amount of coffee that will be consumed. It’s not worth overpaying for appliances with a large capacity if you plan to cook no more than 3-5 cups per day. Heater type. There are boilers and thermoblocks. Devices with a boiler are considered more reliable, since in practice it is clear that coffee machines with a thermoblock are more likely to break down and fail. Functionality. Adjusting the grind, as mentioned above, will make it possible to choose the right one for each type of drink. Adjusting the strength will allow you to brew coffee exactly to your taste, and the pre-wetting function will make your cappuccino or espresso the most rich. The option of preparing two cups at the same time is suitable for married couples, where both like to enjoy an invigorating drink and do not want to wait for their turn, preferring to spend time over a cup in each other’s company. Warming cups will be useful if you cannot drink coffee right away. The timer and automatic shutdown will allow you to set the necessary settings for each specific situation. An informative display will make it possible to select recipes from a preset menu, which will reduce cooking time. Cleaning system. Be sure to learn how to clean the milk block of the machine. If the cleaning process is not thorough enough, the machine will soon fail. Self-cleaning units will cost significantly more than those that need to be cleaned manually. Decalcification and hardness regulator

If you use hard water, it is important that scale does not accumulate on the parts of the coffee machine, as this will also sooner or later lead to breakdown of the entire device and damage to the heating element. To remove scale, devices are equipped with a decalcification mode

Why do you need a Panchenkov nozzle in a mash column?

Originally, regular copper wire packing was intended for the purification of aviation fuel in distillation columns at oil refineries. The development belonged to the Design Bureau named after. Tupolev. The use of Panchenkov's on-load tap-changer made it possible to obtain high-quality fuel without hydrogen sulfide impurities. In home devices for the production of strong alcoholic drinks, Panchenkov's on-load tap-changer serves the same function. It allows you to clean the vapors passing through the distillation column from the fusel oils and other harmful components present in them.

Advantages of the nozzle

Most premium home devices use a Panchenkov nozzle. It provides high efficiency in separating an alcohol-containing mixture into fractions. The advantages of the device include:

• ease of operation;
• low cost;
• durability;
• possibility of adjusting the packing density;
• easy maintenance (cleaning, replacement).

The use of a Panchenkov grid in a moonshine still allows you to obtain a drink of high strength and degree of purification.

This alcohol purification technology also has its drawbacks. The Panchenkov nozzle can only be used in drawers with a maximum diameter of up to 30 mm, that is, it is suitable for installations of low or medium power. When using the device, the speed of steam passage decreases, which slows down the entire process.

Which material is the best nozzle?

The main material from which filter meshes for mash columns are made is stainless steel. Nozzles made from it are much cheaper and easier to use. Accordingly, its use reduces the cost of all equipment. Steel mesh is rarely cleaned, after it gets into the frame or the mash burns. Steel on-load tap-changers can easily be replaced with ordinary washcloths, which are used when washing dishes.

Attachments made of copper wire are also available for sale, but their prices are higher than for steel on-load tap-changers. Copper has excellent thermal conductivity, which significantly increases the efficiency of the cleaning process. But nozzles made of such material require careful care, since copper quickly oxidizes. The on-load tap changer should be washed and dried after each use. But many distillers prefer nozzles made of this material, since they improve the taste of the drink.

How to install and clean the Panchenkov nozzle?

The finished Panchenkov mesh is supplied in rolls, the width of which can be 5 or 10 cm, and the length - from 40 cm to one meter. A narrow nozzle is easier to use, but the roll can always be cut into two equal parts. The density of the packing depends on the parameters of the frame, as well as the design of the column; the dimensions are usually indicated by the equipment manufacturer. Having cut a piece of the required length, it is twisted into a wad. You need to wind it tightly, so that there is no hole in the center.

There are two ways to stuff the drawer with wire mesh:

1. Fold the cut piece in half, then twist it into a wad and, turning along the vertical axis, push it into the pipe.
2. Roll the nozzle into a spiral, rolling from one edge to the other like a roll. The density will be higher.

In practice, how you install the mesh will not change much, so you can use any method. Prepared wads should be washed with dish soap to remove any remaining oil. Then the nozzle is etched with citric acid. Take 10 grams of powder per liter of water, this is a level teaspoon. A mesh is placed in the solution and boiled for several minutes, then washed with water and dried.

When inserting the nozzle into the pipe, keep in mind that packing that is too tight can prevent the free circulation of vapors, which will lead to increased pressure in the system and an explosion. When dried, the deposit that forms on the mesh becomes coked and prevents the passage of steam. To prevent this from happening, the “rolls” need to be cleaned periodically. To rinse the Panchenkov nozzle, you need to remove it by picking it up with tweezers. The same citric acid allows you to remove residual fusel oils.

How to whip foam with a nozzle

In order to get thick Panarello foam you just need to follow these steps:

1. Take the nozzle and remove condensation from the tube that supplies steam.
2. You need to pour milk into the pitcher, about less than ½. The jug and milk drink must be cold. Thanks to the milk jug, which is made of steel, which does not rust, it is easier to monitor the temperature.
3. Turn on the steam and lower the nozzle down about 10 mm. The process should last no more than 15 seconds. The volume will double and the milk will become a little warmer.
4. In order to obtain a homogeneous consistency, lower the nozzle down until a funnel appears. stir the foam for 10 seconds, your palm will feel an unpleasant feeling of contact.
5. Now turn on the steam itself for 5 seconds. It will remove the remaining milk inside.
6. Now you need to stir the milk until you get a homogeneous mixture. If you have large bubbles, then you need to tap the pan on the countertop. And the bubbles will disappear on their own in an instant.
7. Next, carefully transfer the foam into a cup of coffee.

The history of cappuccino

The invention of the Panarello nozzle for frothing milk is directly related to cappuccino, the history of which is surrounded by legends about the Capuchins. According to one legend, the monks began adding milk to black coffee to moderate the stimulating effect of the forbidden “devilish drug.” The resulting drink was reminiscent of the Capuchin robe in color, which is where it got its name.

According to another version, the recipe appeared in Vienna after the battle of the Turkish army with the combined forces of Protestants and Catholics, who were convinced to act together by a traveling preacher from the Capuchin Order, Marco D'Aviano. The Turks fleeing the battlefield threw bags of coffee beans, but the black drink turned out to be too strong for the victors, and everyone liked the drink diluted with cream and honey.

Initially, milk was simply added to coffee, which sometimes frothed spontaneously. After a while, the effect was consolidated by whipping the cream mechanically. Later, the craftsman Giuseppe came up with a method that is also used when working with Panarello. The master designed a device in which water boiled in one part, and the emanating steam whipped milk froth in the other half.

At the end of the last century, the invention was improved by Saeco engineers and protected by a patent, and the first manual cappuccino maker on a modern coffee machine appeared in 1996.

Which coffee machine is best for home

A coffee machine for home use must have a number of characteristics, in particular:

• Compact and simple. You don't need a bunch of useless features - they will only increase the cost of the equipment and make it more difficult to use.
• Low noise level. Preparing your morning coffee should not wake up other occupants of the apartment.

The best coffee machine for your home is one that has just the features you need, is quiet, and brews coffee relatively quickly.

Best coffee machine: manufacturer ratings

Almost all companies specializing in household appliances are involved in the production of coffee machines. This is the problem - for them this is not their main activity, so often the quality of their coffee machines leaves much to be desired. So that you don’t wonder which coffee machine is better and will last longer, we have compiled a rating of the most reliable and trusted manufacturers:

• Philips-Saeco. Coffee machines are the main specialization of the brand. It offers a wide range of devices with different functions and in all price categories.
• Jura. This Swiss brand is the leader in the manufacture of automatic coffee equipment in the world.
• DeLonghi. Italian brand engaged in the production of household appliances. His coffee machines have long won the love of customers.
• Krups. The company prefers to use advanced technologies in the production of coffee equipment, so its products always include a large number of additional functions.
• Vitek. This Russian company has won the love of customers due to its optimal price-quality ratio.
• Miele. The brand has established itself as a manufacturer of extremely reliable and durable coffee machines.
• Siemens. The company is a veteran in the coffee machine market. Over 150 years of operation, the manufacturer has never let its customers down.
• Bork. The company is not particularly popular on the world market, but it offers good coffee machines for home and office.

Knowing which manufacturers you can trust, you will reduce the chances of choosing a low-quality coffee machine tenfold.

How to choose a coffee machine for your home with a cappuccino maker

Everyone's favorite cappuccino consists of only one third espresso, the rest is light milk foam. Today it is not necessary to visit a coffee shop for such a delicacy; cappuccino can be prepared at home, just buy a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker. You can choose this type of equipment in the same way as a regular coffee machine, but you should keep in mind that there are 2 modifications of the device:

• Automatic cappuccino maker. It involves full automation of cappuccino preparation. The entire process takes place at the touch of a button.
• Semi-automatic cappuccino maker. In this case, you will have to move the cup manually to get airy foam.

Of course, the second option is more budget-friendly, but if you do not have the time or desire to participate in the coffee preparation process, it is better to choose a machine with an automatic cappuccino maker.

Capsule coffee machine: features of choice

The term “capsule coffee machine” sounds like something innovative. In fact, this is a common modification of a standard coffee machine, but with the following advantages:

• Simplicity and speed. You will get real aromatic coffee in a matter of seconds at the touch of a button.
• Easy care. You don't need to spend a lot of time cleaning the device.
• Compact sizes and attractive design will look aesthetically pleasing in any kitchen.
• Low noise level.

But one cannot fail to note a significant drawback of capsule coffee machines - the price issue. The cost of the equipment itself may seem low to you, but maintaining the device is a rather expensive process. You will be able to brew coffee only from special capsules of the company from which you purchased the coffee machine. If you do simple calculations, one cup of coffee from such a machine costs approximately the same as premium bean coffee.

Choosing a capsule coffee machine is extremely simple - all the world brands described above produce such machines due to the high demand for them, so you just need to go to the nearest coffee shop and make a purchase. But remember that capsules are not universal. They will only fit devices from a specific company.

Therefore, immediately pay attention to how easy it is to buy these capsules, whether they are always on sale and what their price is. All these parameters should satisfy you