An espresso machine is a reason why an itching idea of a dark, rich, creamy shot espresso makes you and my head to our favorite coffee shops. Unlike traditional coffee brewer, an espresso machine uses finely ground coffee beans and takes less time to make a shot. Note that there is coffee and there is espresso. When you want to understand how to choose camping espresso maker, follow the below factors:

Types/classification of makers

There are two primary classifications; the pump and steam drove. The critical difference between the two is the matter of taste, the pump driven gives a perfectly fine cup and produces crema, it is expensive and considered as high-end. Additionally, the pump type produces full-flavored espresso because water is heated to the right temperature and forced using an internal pump through the grinds; thus the results is better testing and high quality.

Varieties of espresso makers

Steam driven on the other hand works by boiling water into steam pressure then forcing it through the espresso grinds, it solely relies on the steam pressure thus the result is not excellent. When I was going through the products offered by online retailers, I realized the pump driven is further classified as a semi, full or super automatic.

Semi-automatic requires manual control of the length and volume of the espresso thus one uses a dial or lever to start or stop brewing. Full automatic is specialized because they grind, measure, tamp, brew and dispose of the residue by touching a button. The supertype is fully automated plus they have additional features such as large reservoirs, separate heating chambers and automatic controls and indicators.

Which is convenient for camping?

With all this information you can gaze I was already confused for I needed one type specifically for my camping. All I needed is something portable, something I could carry in my luggage that does not take much space and not heavy for my back. Then, I came across to the right products I needed. One thing with camping espresso they are the manual type.

The reason why I grouped most of them as manual is that at least half of the process is manually controlled example; with most of the makers you will require ground coffee and hot water. Additionally, they have pump handle to enable pumping of the shot. Most of the camping espresso makers are not high- end, therefore, the quality is not standard, but they are portable and affordable.

On the other hand, there are those that are small-sized automakers, which use low voltage in your car, camper boat or track and make the exact definition of a good espresso shot.

A few examples of products to use during camping include:

• Minipresso
  It is a self-contained unit, that requires hot water, ground coffee and has a small pump handle to enable the making of shots, the package includes a cup.
• Handpresso
  It uses bike like-pump style handle which produces 16 bars of pressure, it accepts both grounds and pods and makes a nice shot.
• Staresso
  It is a fully furnished maker that uses a hand pump system and creates 15 bar pressure, the brewed espresso is dispensed on the small glass which is at the bottom of the maker. It is affordable and above all can froth milk thus able to make cappuccinos and lattes.
• Handpresso auto
  This does not have a hand pump, preferably, it has a 12-volt cord which I can plug into the cigarette lighter in my car or camper boat, then it will provide 16 bars of pressure by a touch of a button. Just add hot water and coffee pods or ESE, plug-in and brew.

Other factors to consider when making choices are:

Ease of use: the most significant difference between different models is ease of use and convenience; you can choose between those that are hand-pumped to automatic button pressing. There are also better models that allow making of complicated espresso like cappuccinos.

Ease of cleaning: ensure you know what involves cleaning your machine such that you will take less time and does not include complicated processes of separating and joining elements.

My drink preferences: if you are new to taking this drink you will worry less about the taste, but, if you care about quality and flavor you need to know what features you will require a machine to have an example, whether it uses steam or pump pressure. The pump pressure is recommended for high-quality shots.

Customer service: check out the reviews of the previous clients to ensure that while you are on camping, you will not need to call the manufacturer for repair parts, you do not want to find yourself with something unusable when you need it.

Price: high-end models are expensive but are more durable and quality.

Durability: look for high-end espresso model which come with warranties, also those made with metals last longer and maintain heat more efficiently.

Size: look for small and portable scales.

Conclusion

Camping espresso machines vary widely, whatever that you choose will determine the taste, quality and convenience. If you can get a good machine, at a favorable price that uses push of a button, you will get a good shot.

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