Re: Classic Pressure?
Welcome to CS Jimbo. Im glad youre finally learning how to make decent coffee on the Classic. My Classic has still set the high water mark for espresso for me, even though I have since moved on. However, to get the best out of it you really do need freshly roasted beans and a good grinder. But you seem to know that already.
The pressure mod makes the greatest difference if you are making single basket shots or double basket shots with restricted flow (double ristretto). The difference is most noticeable in the thickness and quality of the crema. This also enhances the flavour of the shots. For this machine, the mod is so easy that its worth trying it to see for yourself. After I made the change, my ristretto shots came out like thickened cream and the crema lasted for a long time. The mouthfeel of these shots is smooth, thick and velvety. If you experience these qualities in your shots you wont want to go back.
The water starts exiting the OPV as soon as you start the pump, so both methods of timing are identical.
Regards,
Mark.
Welcome to CS Jimbo. Im glad youre finally learning how to make decent coffee on the Classic. My Classic has still set the high water mark for espresso for me, even though I have since moved on. However, to get the best out of it you really do need freshly roasted beans and a good grinder. But you seem to know that already.
The pressure mod makes the greatest difference if you are making single basket shots or double basket shots with restricted flow (double ristretto). The difference is most noticeable in the thickness and quality of the crema. This also enhances the flavour of the shots. For this machine, the mod is so easy that its worth trying it to see for yourself. After I made the change, my ristretto shots came out like thickened cream and the crema lasted for a long time. The mouthfeel of these shots is smooth, thick and velvety. If you experience these qualities in your shots you wont want to go back.
The water starts exiting the OPV as soon as you start the pump, so both methods of timing are identical.
Regards,
Mark.




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