Why no crema?

by **musicman138** on Tue Apr 17, 2007 4:25 pm

My espresso maker doesn't really make any crema. Does anyone know what may be the problem?

by HB on Tue Apr 17, 2007 4:36 pm

We'll need more detail. The short answer: Fresh coffee + good grinder and espresso machine + some barista skill = lots of crema.

by **musicman138** on Tue Apr 17, 2007 4:48 pm

I think it might be my grinder. It's an oval shaped one so the grind isn't very consistent. My beans are fresh though.

by HB on Tue Apr 17, 2007 9:13 pm

Based on your equipment description, it sounds like a blade grinder and possibly a steam-driven espresso machine (?). If so, that combo cannot produce espresso, though Chris (Psyd) offered some suggestions on how to produce a tasty drink here. You also should check out the site's recommended reading for terms and the basic to intermediate principles / techniques of making espresso at home.

by **RonTheMan** on Wed Apr 18, 2007 1:19 am

musicman138 wrote:I think it might be my grinder. It's an oval shaped one so the grind isn't very consistent. My beans are fresh though.

Do you roast your own beans? How old are the beans?


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