Milk requires less pressure, so the pods for milk-based concoctions are designed accordingly to ensure the appropriate performance from the machine. Choose the appropriate water level (the amount of water is specified on each adapted beverage capsule). The quality of the final beverage is not impacted and can be consumed. Before preparing the next cup, clean and dry the capsule holder, particularly the beverage outlet opening. Once I finish beverage preparation and stop the machine, there is still continuous dripping of product into the cup. If the machine is not descaled on a regular basis and consumers use hard water (highly charged in calcium carbonate), the machine becomes scaly and the needle is likely clogged. No, you must not pour the water tank with milk. The system works only with water. The usage of any other liquid, like milk, can be harmful for your machine. How could I make my beverage hotter?

Get your day off to the best possible start with a delicious coffee made by the De'Longhi Dolce Gusto MiniMe EDG155.BG Pod Coffee Machine.

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The extraction of the Dolce Gusto coffee is made at an optimal temperature, so that it gives a perfect coffee. It cannot be extracted any hotter, as this would cause the coffee grounds to have a burnt taste. Making milk coffees is a two-step process. First, you make an espresso by putting in an espresso pod. After the espresso is prepared, remove the spent pod and put in the milk pod. Let the heated frothy milk pour into the same cup as the espresso.

On the whole, though, we found the Mini Me to be adequate when producing espresso or lungo drinks, but wouldn’t really want to subject ourselves to anything involving the milk capsules if at all possible. Conclusion Each time the consumer touches the Hot or Cold button, it is considered as an extraction. Descaling warning is based on the number of extractions and it is triggered every 300 extractions by a orange ligthing of the ON/OFF button. Machine still works but we recommend to descale it.The capsules are designed to deliver an even distribution of water and pressure over the coffee to ensure that flavour is maximized. This system uses pressure similar to that of professional machines. The Dolce Gusto also features a volume selector that allows you to customize the length of your coffee as you see fit.

Only the capsule holder can be washed in the dishwasher. The drip tray and the water tank must be washed manually. For my manual machine, the user manual states that when you descale the machine you only use the Hot button. Then rinse with both Hot and Cold. Don't we also need to descale the cold water pipe? Select the cold channel, lift and put down the water tank several times and then fix it, flow should start. If not, the needle is probably clogged. In fact, an expresso can be distinguished by its rich aroma and the creamy foam on the surface of the cup.As you can see from the photos, the Dolce Gusto Mini Me is a pretty funky looking machine. In fact, the whole Dolce Gusto range of machines have that same organic, rounded style to them, which will undoubtedly add a bit of cool to your kitchen. It is necessary to purge the machine before its first use. To do this, select on the head the maximum amount of water from the machine, drop an empty container under the head of the machine and press the Cold Water position (blue button) and wait for the end of the stream. Repeat the process on the hot water position (red button). Your machine is then ready for use. Follow the instructions in your personal instruction manual for descaling your machine as techniques vary according to the model you own.