An espresso machine consists of several essential components that work together to brew espresso.
Components
- Water Reservoir: The water reservoir stores water for brewing.
- Pump: The pump forces water through ground coffee at high pressure.
- Boiler: The boiler heats water to the optimal brewing temperature.
- Group Head: The group head dispenses hot water through the coffee puck.
- Portafilter: The portafilter holds coffee grounds and attaches to the group head.
- Steam Wand: The steam wand steams and froths milk.
- Drip Tray: The drip tray catches spills and overflow.
- Pressure Gauge: The pressure gauge displays brewing pressure.
- Controls & Interface: The controls and interface operates the machine and adjusts settings.
- Tamper: The tamper compresses coffee grounds in the portafilter.