A large percentage of the population loves to drink both coffee and espresso. We are all aware of the fact that coffee and espresso provide a boost of energy and they also warm your body up on those cold winter days. Most, however, are not familiar with the history of the coffee and espresso machines, themselves. Without these machines, we probably wouldn't see such a large population that can easily and affordably prepare these common drinks.
Where did the coffee maker come from?
Since the days of the early Egyptians, coffee has been a staple beverage for most people. Though the Coffee bean originated in Africa, it quickly spread to neighboring countries, like Arabia and Egypt. The first method of preparation was to roast the beans on an open fire and then added to boiling water for consumption.
It is believed that coffee was probably considered a type of wine and used to barter and trade. Fermented in much the same as grapes, coffee was a source of energy and warmth for most, but some drank it because they loved the taste, too.
A man by the name of Mr. Laurens came up with the first coffee-making machine in 1818. The machine was constantly modified by coffee drinkers. The coffee machine was actually a product that had just as many patents by women as men, that was practically unheard of at that time!
Through the years, the machine has become a reliable, dependable and easy to use product. In the 1960's, the first filter machines were invented and the modifications have improved even more since then. Coffee machines began as crude looking inventions, but have evolved into many different styles, making it possible for a Governor and a Harley biker to own the same style! Found in just about every home, the coffee machine is made by many manufacturers, including: Braun, Senseo, Kitchenaid, Krups and Pod.
Where did the espresso machine come from?
Discovered by a goat herder and developed by a tired, hungry traveler, the espresso drink has provided many with the extra energy they may need. The goat herder noticed the goats acting like they had an extreme boost of energy. As he searched for his heard, he noticed they were snacking on a red berry growing from shrubs. Curious, he ate a berry and felt as if he had suddenly gained more energy as a result. At the same time, a tired, hungry traveler witnesses the occurrences and jumped at the chance to try it for himself. Having the same reactions as the herder and goats, he knew that they were on to something. He took some berries and began to add them to drinks for those in his hometown, as the drink seemed to be a good source of energy. The idea took off from there!
The first espresso maker is said to have originated in 1901, by Italian manufacturing company owner, Lugia Bezzer. He was simply looking for a way to help speed up his employee's coffee breaks. He figured out that if pressure was applied in the brewing process, the drink could be made in a lot less time. Nicknamed "The fast coffee machine", the espresso machine patent was sold in 1905. The new owner, Desidero Pavoni developed an espresso machine that used a piston pump to force water through a tube and into the coffee.
Modifications on the espresso machine were halted by the onset of WWII. Production picked up after the war and in 1946, the commercial espresso machine was invented. Since that time, the espresso maker has been produced by many name brand companies, including: Juda, Mr.Coffee, Kitchenaid and Braun. Offering various features, styles, colors and prices, the espresso machine has come a long way!
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks around, followed by soft drinks and tea. Just think about it: when you wake up in the morning, just to get you up and running, you have a cup of coffee. At lunch break, after you've had your meal, you serve another cup of coffee, not to mention the other ones you already had back at the office while working, without even realizing it. When you ask someone out, the most chances are that you ask him or her out for a coffee. But what is coffee all about? Where does it come from and how did it become so popular? And what makes it such a delight? In this article, we'll learn all about coffee and espresso as well as processing, roasting and recipes that give you the best flavor out of every coffee bean.
Where does it come from? The word ?coffee? is thought to be derived from the name of its place of origin: Kaffa, Ethiopia, in the Ethiopian highlands. There, it has been traced back to the ninth century. During the times that followed, it spread across Africa and Asia. It became popular in Europe during the 17th century, as the Dutch started to import it on a large scale. As it reached the US continent, it wasn't so popular at first, but, as time got by, the demand for coffee increased as people used it as a substitute for alcohol. Nowadays, coffee and espresso represent about 70% of the total US caffeine consumption. Next in line concerning numbers are soft drinks and tea.
What exactly is coffee? Coffee as we know it is made from roasted coffee seeds, which are in fact the ?stones? inside the coffee plant's fruits. There are mainly two species of coffee plants. The older species is Caffea Arabica. The connoisseurs believe that the Arabica coffee bean is more flavorful and tastes better when brewed. Caphea Canephora or Robusta, the younger species, contains up to 50% more caffeine and is bitter, so it provides the coffee less flavor. These beans are exposed to a steam treatment while industrially processed to improve their quality. However, they make better foam when brewed and are considered useful due to this feature.
How is it processed? After a laboring sorting process, coffee beans are usually roasted through a complicated chemical process. However, some merchants provide them raw, so that everyone can prepare them as they wish. The key of the aroma is the heat, for the raw bean contains all the acids and other compounds, but no flavor whatsoever. Heating triggers complex chemical reactions within the coffee bean that eventually develop the aromatic features.
What about preparing and serving coffee and espresso? The finest method is mixing the ground coffee directly with water. It is also known as the ?Turkish? grind. Other ways include using a drip machine and a paper filter. This provides reasonable quality and consists in passing hot steam through the coffee that has been previously set in a paper filter within the machine. The espresso requires a more complicated device. This passes very hot water through the ground coffee, unlocking stronger flavor. Next, the coffee is to be served plain, with sugar, cream or anyway you prefer. Also, there are delicacies such as roasted beans covered with chocolate that are to be served plain.
There are numerous specialized sites on the internet concerning coffee, brewage recipes, coffee and espresso machines and many others. Let's take for example talkaboutcoffee.com. Its numerous pages contain advices, reviews and all sorts of information regarding varieties of coffee. There is also guidance to growing, roasting, grinding and brewing on your own. All you need to do is log on and find out what suits you best.
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