Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
I am now an accomplished Bazzera 4 hole tip user
It is so easy and quick to heat and microfoam milk that it is now my prefered way/\/
Edit: Also Askthecoffeeguy (pat)
Your technique works a treat
KK
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Have found that the Coffee Parts 2 hole tip Part # 633429 fits the wand of the Domus Galatea FYI.
Cheers,
b4b.
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Ive got a 4 hole tip on my Domus and it makes great milk effortlessly
These steam wands are designed to take the guess work out of heating milk by pushing the steam from the top to the bottom of the milk jug, then expanding it along the sides, to build a whirlpool motion as it circles back up again, bursting the bubbles on the surface to produce a beautifully smooth and creamy milk with micro bubbles
I get best results from half filling the milk jug (whatever size you are using), and then plunging the steam wand just below the surface in the center of the jug, and allowing the whirlpool motion to naturally take place by relaxing my wrists completely, letting the pressure of the steam determine the (minimal) movement of the milkk jug
Depending upon what milk you are using (and its worth experimenting with a few as some make crap milk no matter what you do!), you may want to move the steamwand to the side of the milk jug towards the end of the heating process to further assists bursting any remaining milk bubbles on the surface
I try and keep both my milk jug and steam wand completely upright, and expand my milk by 30 per cent volume, switching off the steam when the jug starts to get too hot to hold (about 55C?) - bearing in mind that the milk will continue to heat in the jug even after the steam has been switched off
Also - if the steam pressure is too strong try only turning the steam on marginally, instead off all the way, for a more manageable result
Cheers,
Pat
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Well,
Thanks to those who persisted in getting me to continue with the 4 hole tip..... Ive cracked it. It does take more in the fine motor skill department, but its not as difficult as I thought. Where I was going askew, was that I was leaving it in too long, scalding the milk and at the same time creating meringue.....nice for pavlova, but useless in coffee. Man, this thing steams fast!
Again,
Thanks to all.
b4b.
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Originally posted by Identity link=1210413188/15#17 date=1210605209The Bezzera 2-hole tip is fantastic if you can get the swirl going and isnt dissimilar to the Giotto tip iirc (someone might know better).
The 4-hole tip was way too much for me starting out but now it makes milk steaming effortless! I advise sticking with it if you possibly can.
I have made 6 cups since training with my new found knowledge of the Bezzera 4 hole tip and its " how to technique" that Chris at Barazi taught me
Have to admit it works
and works very well, its effortless getting milk to foam
I am a happy with the results so far
However I may be leaving it steam a little to long because my foam is a little stiff (just past easy pour stage)
A little more practice and a little trial and error is still needed to perfect it (at least no more flat white)
KK
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
The Bezzera 2-hole tip is fantastic if you can get the swirl going and isnt dissimilar to the Giotto tip iirc (someone might know better).
The 4-hole tip was way too much for me starting out but now it makes milk steaming effortless! I advise sticking with it if you possibly can.
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Chris does the Gioto tip fit the Bezzera ?Originally posted by Talk_Coffee link=1210413188/0#14 date=1210592202I still maintain that the standard 8mm male Giotto tip is the best tip I have ever used...Its a no brainer for perfect microfoam every time 8-). The porting is the perfect 15 deg or thereabouts and 1.5mm holes. Its a perfect mix of speed and accuracy....Originally posted by Gavin1 link=1210413188/0#13 date=1210583963IMO 4 hole tips are easier to work on
A VBM tip when modified to mimic this porting produces a transformed milk texture experience.
Chris
I wouldnt mind having one to compare and if it works better keep it on
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
After purging steam wandOriginally posted by Thundergod link=1210413188/0#11 date=1210576148KK I dont understand the timing.
When do you put the wand in the milk, when do you turn steam to 3/4 and when to full?
Put the wand in the milk and turn steam knob in the visinity of between 3/4 to fully open quickly from the get go
Not enough steam just makes hot milk
Chris also said
The steam tip should be in the milk just enough to cover the steam holes and let the steam do the work
It seemed to work when I tried but I will need more practice
KK
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
I still maintain that the standard 8mm male Giotto tip is the best tip I have ever used...Its a no brainer for perfect microfoam every time 8-). The porting is the perfect 15 deg or thereabouts and 1.5mm holes. Its a perfect mix of speed and accuracy....Originally posted by Gavin1 link=1210413188/0#13 date=1210583963IMO 4 hole tips are easier to work on
A VBM tip when modified to mimic this porting produces a transformed milk texture experience.
Chris
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
IMO 4 hole tips are easier to work on. It is quite similar to a single hole tip in the sense that you are looking for a whirlpool vortex and can steam little amounts of milk easier. Only tricky bit is that the milk heats up very quick.
With a two hole tip, the tumbling requires more depth in the milk. So steaming one portion of milk by tumbling on a two hole tip will definitely require a tiny jug.
The 600ml conical-ish jug that I have is horrible when I try to tumble the milk. But when I swap to a 500ml jug which isnt as conical, the milk sits a little higher and tumbling works.
Definitely experiment with different milk. Ive had mixed results with just one brand of milk.
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Hi all,
The 4 hole tip on the domus galatea is inherently fine and is pretty easy to use.
With any new tip there is a learning curve....
General suggestions:[*]Work just below the surface. If you hear any screaming sounds, youre way too deep[*]Orient the wand to create a whirlpool. I tend to rest the back of the jug on the back of the want and angle the wand a touch to create the whirlpool[*]Complete any required stretch (e.g for capp.) asap whilst maintaining swirl. This will remove any big bubbles if you slipped whilst stretching...[*]No need to tilt the jug- orient the wand instead[*]No need to immerse the wand at the end of the event as the milk will track a little way up the wand anyway
Usually, if the sounds are good and you have a whirlpool, the outcome will be great as well. If bubbles appear in the milk post-texturing, change milk!
The Domobar Super wand is more challenging than the Galatea, but is still very good when you get used to it ;-)
Good luck
Chris
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
KK I dont understand the timing.
When do you put the wand in the milk, when do you turn steam to 3/4 and when to full?
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
B4B
Went to Barazi Brisbane today for a practice on milk frothing with 4 hole tip.
The weak link was me
This is the tecnique
Make sure all steam holes are working but release preasure about 3-5 seconds before starting (dont block any up as it alters the steam angles)
To steam milk
Turn steam knob from 3/4 to full steam strength quickly
Use small 300ml jug for 1 cup and 600ml jug for 2 cup
and steam with swirl tecnique as normal
Chris said its a commercial tip so expect quick results 5 to 8 seconds
adjust the hight of tip quicker than normal
Expect a 3 week practice period before you are any good at it
Now to practice
Koffee Kosmo
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Thanks for that.
Ill give Pedro of Coffeeparts a call tomorrow.
Thanks for that tip Java. Should be easy if the new holes are too small. I have a chockie box full of small drills in #, letter and fractional sizes.
Basically ImveryLazy, :-[ so the challenge of working with the standard 4 hole tip doesnt really appeal to me.
b4b.
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Re: Bezzera Domus Galatea 2 hole steam tip.
Yeah b4bOriginally posted by beanz4brainz link=1210413188/0#0 date=1210413188Well, Ive finally moved up here to the pointy end and I must say, the views a lot better!
I am failing to get any consistant results with the 4 hole steam tip on the BZ, so I tried blanking two holes off with toothpick ends and *bingo*, perfect smooth microfoam. So, now Im looking for a 2 hole tip as I dont want to solder/braze the existing 4 hole.
Id like to know if anybody out there knows what 2 hole tip will fit the steam arm? Im not sure what thread the tip has, as the drawings only mention that its a steam tip with a male thread, but not what thread size.
b4b.
Man this machine makes a great espresso but the grind must be spot on
However B4B I have the same milk problem with my Bezzera Domus the steam is so powerful that the milk gets hot in about 5 seconds or less
So instead of practicing on milk try practicing on water for swirl technique and strength of steam.
Hope it helps as I am still getting used to it myself with mixed results. (Anyone for flat white)
However on that note I will go to see Chris or Jack at Barazi Brisbane sometime during the week for a hand’s on demo to see what I am doing wrong
I will get back to you after my success
Koffee Kosmo
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