2023-06-25 06:03:03
We don’t want to spoil your fun but let’s be honest: the inside of your coffee machine is probably gross! Germs, limescale and bacteria have certainly taken up residence here and have no plans of leaving anytime soon. Have no fear, we suggest you try our super trick, totally natural and without chemicals, so that you can fully enjoy your good dose of caffeine!
Why does the coffee machine accumulate scale?
When water heats up and expands, it releases minerals. They then cling to surfaces and build up slowly over time forming tartar (which is essentially calcium carbonate). Scale can affect both the taste of your coffee and the performance of your machine.
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Coffee machine. Source: spm
According to microbiologist Jason Tetro, author of “The Germ Code”, if you do not clean your coffee machine regularly and carefully, it is likely to contain dirt and limescale residue. So there is no doubt that it gets dirty and harbors bacteria and germs. A study by the NSF (organization whose mission is to provide risk management solutions for public health and safety) has also shown that coffee canisters are among the ten most contaminated places in the home. Unfortunately, a simple hot water rinse is not enough to clean them thoroughly. So, how to proceed without using chemicals? We have a solution for you!
Senseo, Dolce Gusto, Tassimo or Nespresso machine: How to descale your coffee maker with white vinegar?
Germs and limescale can clog your machine and cause serious damage. Not to mention that they can alter the taste of your caffeinated drink. Whatever the quality of your water (and even if you use mineral water), it is advisable to descale your coffee machine regularly. No need to spend a fortune buying a descaler specially designed for electric coffee makers, filters or kettles. White vinegar will do the trick. In addition to being an extremely effective descaler, it is also a natural, non-toxic, non-polluting and very affordable product.
Descale your coffee maker with white vinegar. Source: spm
Here are the steps to clean your coffee maker:
Pour white vinegar into the water tank of your coffee machine. Turn on the coffee maker and let the vinegar flow into a container, as if you were brewing coffee. Repeat this step until the tank is completely empty. Now all you have to do is fill the tank with clean water and run your machine over and over to rinse effectively. If a vinegar smell persists, don’t worry, it will soon disappear.
There you go, your Senseo, Tassimo, Bosch, Krups or Nespresso machine is now perfectly descaled. Now you can enjoy your delicious morning coffee again.
How much white vinegar to descale your coffee maker?
Coffee machine and white vinegar. Source: spm
Want to deep clean your coffee maker and wondering how much white vinegar to use? Well, you just need to mix 1/3 of white vinegar with 2/3 of water to obtain an amount equivalent to the volume of the reservoir of your coffee machine. Then all you have to do is turn on your device and let the water and vinegar do their job. Although the smell may be strong, don’t worry, it’s completely normal. At the end of the operation, your coffee maker will be like new!
How often should you descale your coffee machine?
As you will have understood, descaling the coffee machine is essential, but how often should it be thoroughly cleaned? It depends on the hardness of the water in your area and how often you use your device. In other words, if you use your machine daily, we recommend descaling it once a month. This will preserve the quality and aroma of your coffee and keep your machine running smoothly. To determine if your machine needs a good descaling, here are some signs to look out for:
The cleaning light comes on (this concerns espresso machines such as the ESE pod coffee machine, Delonghi bean machine, Espresso Point, Lavazza Blue or Illy) If you have less and less coffee in your cup. Your coffee comes out slowly. Unusual noises are heard during the brew cycle. White residue appears on visible parts of the coffee maker. The taste and flavor of the coffee are altered.
Finally, we suggest you watch this video which shows the procedure to follow to descale a NESPRESSO KRUPS coffee maker with white vinegar:
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Now, if you notice your coffee isn’t as good as it used to be or your machine is gurgling, you’ll know it’s time for a full descaling. The solution: take your bottle of white vinegar and do what is necessary!
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