Delonghi EC 702 Manual Espresso Machine Review | Pouring Shots & Vanilla Latte
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- Looking for a full review and how to for the Delonghi EC 702 15 bar pump Manual Espresso Machine? Look no further! I discuss the machines features, how to pour the perfect shot of espresso (which takes some practice and knowledge), pre ground brands of espresso that work well with this machine (Illy and Lavazza), and close with a quick how to on making a hot vanilla latte. This video will turn you into a star barista when working with your Delonghi espresso machine!
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Thank you so much for this video! My husband bought me this espresso machine two years ago and it has always intimidated me. Pulled it out this morning, used your tips and made the best vanilla latte I have had in a while! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! I found this machine difficult to use at first and posted the video to show people how to easily use it. And it makes a very tasty latte =)
Thank you for this video. I was a barista for about a year in the mid 90s. Worked in a mom-and-pop owned coffee shop in northern California. I got really good at making yummy espresso-based beverages; it's been a long time and I sort of forgot how to do it. I found this machine at a thrift store for $29 (it looks brand new), but I wasn't sure how to use it, so I watched your video. Brought back a lot of memories of those coffee making days. Also made me feel pretty good about the Goodwill purchase. Great informative video, thanks!
I too just picked up this model at a goodwill for $34.99 in barely used condition. No manual. This video was so helpful! Will try with Illy next. Finding good espresso beans is difficult. That’s why I love when people share tips!
Hi, new espresso machine owner. It was time to level up. Thanks for uploading this, I feel so much better now about my initial efforts. I mostly knew what I was doing, but I appreciate the honesty of your tutorial. I can’t wait for a better cup tomorrow!
Glad it was helpful! Ha this machine was so frustrating for 2 months so I thought I'd make a video for other buyers. Also, it helps to run hot water though (pour a shot without any coffee) before making a shot. I started doing that and now I can use more coffee. I'll probably be posting an update video soon. Best of luck!
Thanks for posting this!! I just bought this for myself and bought the mr. coffee automatic dual shot espresso for my parents! I watched this tutorial and then randomly watched a tutorial for the other espresso machine and just now noticed you created both!! Lol! So thanks for both videos!! Super helpful since I have no idea what I’m doing 😊
Haha that is awesome! I’ve only made two espresso machine reviews so what are the chances that they are both for the machines you bought 😁 enjoy!
Best review for this product! Thank you! I won a free machine and it was between this one and a few others, and your review made the decision to choose this machine so easy.
Thank you for walking through how this model works. I bought the EC702 a few days ago and it's great to prepared for my first double shot 🥃🙂
Excellent! I hope it went well =) It also helps to run hot water through the portafilter before pouring the shot.
Thank you so much for these easy to follow instructions just got this machine for my birthday 🥳 my first Expresso machine your video is so helpful.
You are so welcome! This is a nice machine to start with and happy belated birthday!!! =D The EC 702 is a little above beginner level, so don't worry if it takes a few times to get the espresso shot just right. The steaming wand however is pretty easy to use for making nice foamy steamed milk. Enjoy!
Loved your demo - thank you so so much for making this!
Thanks for this video! It really helps me to understand how to use this machine my family recently got.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent demonstration! Thanks for your knowledge
Glad it was helpful!
With my semi automatic machines at work we start the timer as soon as we start the shot, so I believe that your 17-18sec shots are really a few seconds longer
Same where I work. the machine starts the timer right when I press the button to pull the shot and for us, a perfect shot is between 18-20, but 16-22 is fine too.
Thank you u have been trying to get a perfect shot. I live the machine. I will be able to do it now.
Great video! Feeling much more confident in the used machine I just bought.
Great video, very helpful for a rookie like me.
I love your excitement. I have learned a lot from your video thank You.
Thanks for posting, I bought this machine quite a few years back and decided to dig it out for another try. Hard finding specific information on this particular machine. I bought coffee pre-ground from local roaster and also bought that red brick from market. Can't seem to get crema. But now I have some things to try. I want to try the illy and do the pods taste as good? Love the ease of use
A finer grind could help a lot with crème. The pods are ok taste wise and very easy to use.I definitely prefer the espresso grind. It also helps to run just hot water through before adding coffee. Helps make a better shot.
I e just bought the same machine. This is a great tutorial. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Are you able to froth the milk and extract coffee at the same time or you have to do one or another?
Very helpful video. Thank you!
Thank you Kathy! I made this video mainly because I had so much trouble getting a good pour and wanted to help others.
I have this machine and using coffee grinder for rhe freshest taste. And evetybody I serve it, enjoyes the foam and tasty treat :)
Very nice! I bet your friends love coming over for a delicious cup of coffee.
Question which shot do you prefer, the pod, illy or the other brand you used?
У меня такая кофеварка, только с таймером подогрева, EC730, 2006 год выпуска, отличная кофемашина!!!
Sooo helpful thank you!
I just got this machine and have a bodun grinder, what setting do you recommend for the beans for best results?
The problem I had with my last espresso machine that I sent back was the espresso "puck" coming out of the basket. If the water stays in the basket and is muddy, it's a PAIN to get the coffee out of the basket!
How well does the puck come out with a knock on the side of the trash can?
Yes, this machine has that issue. I shake it over the trash can and then wash the portafilter in the sink. The puck come out ok if you knock the side of the trashcan but it still needs a rinse. However, if you leave the machine on and remove the puck later it solidifies more than immediately after the shot is poured.
Also super helpful thank you
Great video! I’m looking to buy this one. It’s on sale on Amazing for $203
Awesome! It’s a great machine. I’ve really enjoyed mine 👍
Do you like this machine or the mr Coffee machine better? Thanks for the video
I like this one a lot better. Steaming is great with a dual boiler and it doesn't she excess water into the drip tray which is a pain.
Fantastic utube
great review, have you tried changing the portafilter to a non-pressurized one?
No I haven’t but I read that may help. I didn’t see any other portafilters available for this model on Delonghi’s website.
I actually just got a regular basket and made my first attempt today... got a ways to go
Regarding the Illy, if you’re having to reduce the dose to get it within that 20-30 second sweet spot, you should also adjust your yield down.
By reducing dose, but not reducing yield (2 fl ounce standard double shot @ 60grams) you are getting a weaker extraction.
I think it would be better to reduce the yield by the same ratio as the dosage. In the case of your demonstration, you reduced the recommended dose of 2 tbsp ( or roughly 14-16 grams depending on grind size) to 1 & 2/3rds tbsp or 16.7% less. So you would
Also want to reduce the final yield by 16.7% in order for this method to not diminish extraction.
Try it. Stop the double shot at 50 ml rather than 60. This should keep it from thinning out in body.
Dose and yield should be considered proportionate variables, but you always want time to stay within the same window.
If you can’t get the adjustment on the machine (or grind size) needed to get to the yield and time you desire, reduce or increase the yield that gets you to the time you want.
Thank you
Thank you very helpful.
Glad you liked it!
I need to know how to descale this machine. Thanks in advance!
Hi Joy, Delonghi has a descaler with instructions that I use. Looks like this is also available on amazon.
www.delonghi.com/en-us/descaler-universal-eco-friendly-descaling-solution-for-coffee-%26-espresso-machines-16-90-oz-5-uses-ecodecalk/p/DLSC500
How do you clean the inside of this machine to avoid buildup in future shots and milk?
There is a descaler delonghi sells that you run through every 200 shots or so. It's also a good idea to remove the metal filter on the machine and disassemble the porta filter to wash. For milk, I run water through the wand and then steam after steaming the milk. Then I detach the wand and wash that. It keeps it pretty clean. Delonghi has a guide that talks about maintenance to keep it running tip top.
www.delonghi.com/en-us/manuals/manual-espresso-machine-ec702/p/EC-702
This would have been far more entertaining if he wore a sock puppet.
I have a friend who makes really good sock puppets. You never know what could come in the future lol!
Robo espresso or this one better?
I haven't tried Robo espresso yet. I do like this machine a bunch. Much better than the Mr. Coffee version.
I tried grinding my beans really fine, but the water isn’t permeating it at all now. The water started spewing out the top. Should it be like a powder, or a little more coarse than that? I tried adding heaping scoops and tamping it down, but it seems to make it worse. It pours great with coarser grounds, but it doesn’t look like espresso is supposed to look. Any advice?
This machine can be a little tricky. Try letting it warm up with the portafilter attached. Run some hot water through it (just a few seconds), and then remove the portafilter and add the grounds. Sometimes warming it up before brewing does the trick. Espresso grind is supposed to be powdery but water shouldn’t be spewing out the top.
With a pressurized portafilter you cannot go too fine because the machine is fighting the coffee and the filter and it won't work out with most pressurized filters. You will have to start somewhat course and then work you way finer to see what the machine can handle. Once you get the correct grind for that specific bean, most will be around the same setting.
I'm using this machine with the same lavazza espresso, just a single shot. My shots poor much lighter in color and in flavor than im use to. Do you know why this might be? I tried packing in more coffee like you suggested but it still happens.
The single shots can pour lighter and they run quicker. I haven't really liked the single shots because of this and I pack in the grinds on those. Running hot water through the portafilter before pouring a shot can also help.
Do you know how to decalcify a coffee maker?
Yes, their is a solution typically recommended by the manufacturer and the machine manuals will have a process for it. Google the model name and user manual and they can be easily found.
Where did you find the glass measuring cup
That was from target. I really struggled to find a replacement, so here's another great one I found on amazon and use today.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09B1K4BRJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thanks for this video! I have a question how fine or coarse does the coffee need to be for this machine, if I’m using a coffee grinder?
Typically it needs to be very fine for espresso. You may need to adjust a little but do an espresso setting and if it comes out too slow go a little coarser. It also helps to run hot water through the porta filter before adding the espresso.
Do you alway have to stop the machine or you let it work all the way
Stop it manually.
How much is this machine?
This one is about $200
What makes the steam turn on? I notice there is a black flap on the wand. Mine won’t turn at all. Is it broken or is that just to direct it where you want?
I think the back flap is so you don’t put the nozzle at the bottom of the steam cup. It doesn’t work correctly then. So just put it aboht halfway if it’s broken off.
Can you replace the pressurized filter for a non pressurized?
Good question. I looked on Delonghi's website and couldn't find one that matched. They do sell one for their other machines, but I didn't want to buy one just to find out it didn't fit the EC 702. It's possible that might fit though.
They say to tamp with 30 lbs. of pressure, even if the espresso is fine ground. Is that not true?
Not with this machine. Other machines may not be as sensitive. The espresso machine I had before this could be tamped with 30 lbs and there wouldn’t be a problem.
Thanks ...but....it is stop automatic??? Or you have touch any botton???
You have to touch a button to stop the espresso from pouring. It won't stop on its own.
Hi, is this machine still worth to buy now? Someone's offering me a used one for around $100.
Hello, I think it’s a good machine. Especially for $100. I bought mine for about $180. Check other used prices to see if they’re giving you a good deal. I found one on eBay for $75 with two cups so it might be worth asking if they’ll drop the price.
I got mine for 30 dollars from goodwill :-)
Hi can you make regular coffee or it’s just for cappuccino and espresso?
This just makes espresso and drinks with espresso (cappuccino, latte, etc.). You can make an Americano (hot water and espresso) which is kinda like regular coffee but it won't make drip coffee.
Ok I just asked about a delonghi on your other video..NM lol. I have a smaller cheaper delonghi so..maybe that's the problem. But I already am a few seconds in hear you saying you liked the mr coffee better so that's what I'm gonna try next.
Mr. Coffee is good as it is pretty consistent. I also think the Mr. Coffee provides a lot of value for what you pay. I have a review on a Mr. Coffee espresso Machine if you're interested?
ruclips.net/video/cmeI8GyS18M/видео.html
I do like my Delonghi a lot and wouldn't go back as it pours a real nice shot. It's just more complicated to work. The size of the machine will play a role as well. Just sent you a comment on how to help with frothing.
Is descale easy to do on this
It's not too bad. More complicated than a regular coffee machine but it won't take long.
Do u ever have to add water
You do have to add water to the machine when the reservoir runs low.
Where do you add water on machine
What if mine doesn't come out with a good nice crema like yours? what could be the issue?
Probably need a finer grind or more pressure on the tamp. A quality burr grinder is a good investment for great coffee
Hi. Thanks for the tutorial. I got this machine from my daughter. She only used it a few times.
Following your directions but when the light was green and I turned it on to make the espresso nothing came out.
:(
Checked the water, the underside, everything. I took the coffee away too-still no water came through. I don’t want to take it apart. Any insight? Thanks.
Can you hear the pump humming?
If no water is coming out when the espresso button is pushed, there is most likely a blockage in the pipes/porta filter or the pump is not working. Try running the machine without the porta filter attached to see if water comes out. If water does come out, the issue is with the porta filter.
Also there are two buttons for the machine outside of the power button, one button is for steam and the other button is for espresso. Are you pressing the espresso button?
@@savorwithdmurph1113 Ok, I will check and let you know how it goes. Thank you!
@@savorwithdmurph1113 No, I did not hear the humming.
Green light start green light out stop.
Do you add sugar and milk to the first two shots
I have a demo on how to make a drink around 10 minutes into the video (sugar, milk etc.)
Why is this wand made of plastic and not stainless steel?
Not sure, Delonghi makes a few that have plastic.
I feel like theres no foam at all in my espresso/looks more watery. Not sure if its my grinded beans or what
Hey! i can help you out! make sure you are using the right one it should be the one with the black plastic. not the deep one with the flat bottom. Common mistake hope this helps.
@@whimsical2223 thank you! I figured it out. My grinder doesnt work well and I ended up buying the same illy espresso he has and it worked amazing! So i think i just need to grind my beans with a different grinder.
Yup the grind makes a big difference in how the shot pours. My Cuisinart grinder couldn't get it fine enough for this machine either.
You use great expresso illy lavazza.
Thank you! Illy is my all time favorite. So good.
It has bad reviews on amazon
That's probably because it can be difficult to pour a good espresso shot. I have used espresso machines before and this one took me about 2 months to learn. I address this issue in the video so people can learn quickly.