Tag Archives: Espresso
Macap MXK
I bought Macap MXK grinder. My espresso setup made a LEAP forward. I had tons of problems with premature blonding which I attributed to alleged excess of pressure in the Rancilio Silvia (and Audrey in my case) machines. Turned out it … Continue reading
Rancilio Audrey Pre-infusion mod
Next facelift for my Rancilio Audrey will be a pre-infusion mod. There are two ways to do that. Simplest way is to add a couple of water hammer aresters (kudos to JeepinGeo @ coffeegeek.com). JeepinGeo also posted a Youtube video … Continue reading
Roasting Coffee at Home
I roast my own coffee. It is not really a choice. It is more a necessity, if you care about the drink. I tried to avoid this technically complicated endeavor. I drink coffee made in a French Press or in an … Continue reading
Fine Espresso Making (continued)
Addition of a PID controller works wanders on a Rancilio Audrey. Since Silvia is really the same machine in a different, more modern looking, body, I can expect that PID is a must on it as well. Once PID is … Continue reading
Practicing Espresso Making
I discovered fine expresso recently. I am amazed now little I knew about espresso before. I did not really have much appreciation for the drink. It was just another type of coffee. It has changed when I tried a nice … Continue reading
Rancilio Rialto/Audrey Wiring Diagram
Some people are looking for a mod that allows to use low water light on the Rancilio Rialto and Audrey espresso machine for a heating indicator. I think I found a diagram on the web that explains how to do … Continue reading