The geyser coffee maker is a high-quality modern household machine. Do you want aromatic and strong coffee? You can brew a drink in it simply and quickly. All that is required of you is to pour water and add medium-ground coffee to the appropriate compartment.
What is a geyser electric coffee maker
Do you like coffee, but are not ready to brew it in a Turk according to all the rules? Geyser electric coffee makers are designed to make life easier. The principle of preparation is quite simple, and everyone can master it: you just need to pour water, add ground coffee and wait a few minutes.
The design of such a household appliance is simple. It consists of three main parts:
- liquid container located below;
- a filter, which is a strainer for ground coffee;
- container for the prepared beverage, located at the top.
Operating principle
There are two types of this household appliance: electrically driven and conventional, used on a stove. The principle of operation of a geyser electric coffee maker (like the one that heats up on the stove) is reduced to the extruding function of steam. The procedure is as follows:
- Water is poured into the appropriate compartment.
- Ground coffee is loaded.
- The coffee maker turns on.
- Boiling water is converted to steam. The rest of the water squeezed out by steam and passing through the coffee goes through the tube into the container for the finished drink.
Just a few minutes - and your favorite coffee is ready.
The metal filter in the geyser coffee maker is called "Indian." Substances that are harmful to humans accumulate on its surface, and it may get into coffee. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the careful maintenance of the metal filter.
By the way, the drink is stronger and tastier if medium-ground coffee is used.
Geyser coffee makers can brew tea with the same success. The cooking technology will not be different.
Advantages and disadvantages
The geyser type coffee maker is straightforward and easy to use. Turning off her automatic is an absolute plus of the device. This allows a person not to be present at the moment when coffee is being prepared. Its design is easy to use, and the cost is low.
This device is an indispensable representative of kitchen appliances for desperate coffee lovers. An electric coffee maker works without dirt. In this machine you will be able to cook from one to eighteen servings. The cooking timer, maintaining a certain temperature of the brewed drink for a long time and thermostat knob are the advantages of geyser electric coffee makers, which made them so popular.
The main disadvantages of such a coffee maker are associated with filters - they have to be washed very often. Washing the coffee machine after each use is mandatory, although not very pleasant. Please note: the use of chemical cleaners is absolutely unacceptable. This is due to the fact that if the surface layer is damaged, the coffee will acquire a metallic aftertaste. Do not block the filters and safety valve. This will negatively affect the quality and taste of the drink.
Just look after
If you want the geyser coffee maker to last a long time, replace the rubber gasket on time and also clean the filter. When the safety valve clogs, simply rinse it with warm water. Attention! When using, follow the recommendations:
- pour water in a certain amount (there is a mark inside the coffee maker);
- do not tamp the coffee in the filter (just squeeze it lightly with a teaspoon);
- clean the filter after each use.
Devices are made, as a rule, of steel. You can use the dishwasher to wash the individual parts of the geyser type stainless steel electric coffee maker. Ceramic models are also available. They are distinguished by a variety of colors and original design. Do not buy aluminum appliances - coffee can have an unpleasant aftertaste.
Classic - Bialetti Geyser Electric Coffee Maker
An excellent choice is the model of the Italian company Bialetti. It is a world leader in the manufacture of geyser coffee makers since 1933. Under this brand, geyser-type electric coffee makers of a wide variety of configurations are produced. These famous household appliances can be in the form of a cylinder or have faces.
How many servings of coffee - one or ten? The quantity determines the selected model. The design of electric coffee makers is stylish and diverse, so that you can choose your option for any interior. Bialetti are distinguished, as a rule, by their own easily recognizable design and high-quality materials from which the details of the geyser electric coffee maker are made.
Rating of models by popularity:
- Elettrica is a creative novelty of the brand with the possibility of use in the car. This geyser device is good for home and travel.
- Bialetti Moka Elettrika - classic design, chrome, small volume. Its height is 18 cm, and coffee is enough for 2 servings of 50 ml.
- Moka Express is a classic model for home-made strong coffee. Aluminum alloy with high thermal conductivity is used by manufacturers to manufacture this model. This choice of material reduces cooking time and saves electricity.
- Brikka - allows you to prepare coffee with foam in volume for two or four servings.
- Moka Crem - a model that has a press for a beautiful and fragrant foam. A transparent cover allows you to see how thick it is.
- Moka Melody Italia is an extravagant model with the logo of the Italian Football Federation. She plays the Italian anthem when the coffee is ready.
Which model to stop on depends entirely on the preferences of the lover of this invigorating drink.
Right choice
Modern electric coffee makers have many functions. A good choice depends on the personal preferences of the one who will use it. If you want to keep the temperature of the brewed drink, give preference to the model that keeps coffee hot for a sufficiently long time. Some geyser-type electric coffee makers made of ceramic or steel can adjust the strength of the coffee. Just keep in mind that the larger the size of the device, the greater its power.
Prices for geyser electric coffee makers start at 2,000 rubles. and depend on the manufacturer, model, capacity, volume and material.