A great cup of coffee is more than just the beans – it’s about the perfect balance of brewing techniques, flavours, and textures. Whether you love a bold, full-bodied espresso or a silky smooth latte, the right settings transform an ordinary cup into something exceptional.
Pelican Rouge machines provide a range of customisable options, allowing you to fine-tune every aspect to suit your preference. From grind size to water temperature, minor adjustments can make a big difference to your ideal brew. Mastering these settings guarantees that each cup is exactly how you want it, whether you are enjoying your coffee in the office or at home.
Coffee Bean Selection
The type of beans you choose influences everything from flavour and aroma to crema and strength. Light roast beans typically have brighter, fruitier notes, while medium roasts provide a balanced sweetness. Dark roasts deliver a bold, smoky flavour, ideal for people who enjoy a strong coffee. Adjusting your machine settings according to the type of bean guarantees the best possible extraction.
Grind Size Matters
A grind that’s too fine can make your coffee taste bitter, while a grind that’s too coarse may result in a weak and watery brew. That said, we’ve found that a fine grind is best for espresso, whereas coarser grinds are perfect for filter coffee or long blacks. Many of our coffee machines feature built-in grinders with adjustable grind settings, enabling you to control how finely or coarsely your beans are ground.
Adjusting Coffee Quantity
The strength of your coffee relies on the quantity of ground coffee used in each shot. Many Pelican Rouge coffee machines allow you to adjust the dose, adding more coffee for a stronger brew or decreasing it for a milder cup. For instance, increasing the amount of coffee guarantees a bold and rich flavour, while reducing the coffee dose results in a smoother, more balanced drink.
Extraction Time and Flavour
The time it takes for water to pass through the coffee grounds impacts the taste and strength of your coffee. Most of our coffee machines have preset extraction times, but some offer manual adjustments to fine-tune the flavour. A shorter extraction time creates a livelier, more acidic coffee, while a longer extraction can produce a stronger, more intense flavour.
The Importance of Water Temperature
The ideal brewing temperature is between 90 and 96°C, ensuring optimal flavour extraction without burning the coffee. Many of our coffee machines let you adjust the temperature, helping to enhance different flavour notes. For light roast beans, slightly higher temperatures bring out delicate floral or fruity notes, while dark roasts benefit from slightly lower temperatures to prevent excessive bitterness.
Perfecting Milk Selection and Temperature
For people who enjoy lattes, cappuccinos, or flat whites, the type and temperature of milk are just as important as the coffee itself. Many of our advanced coffee machines come with milk frothing settings, allowing you to adjust the temperature and texture of your milk. Full cream milk creates a rich, velvety foam, while plant-based options like almond, oat, or soy milk require specific steaming techniques for the best texture.
Crafting the Perfect Cup Every Time
Personalising your coffee is about finding the right balance of settings to match your taste preferences. Whether it’s adjusting the grind size, tweaking the extraction time, or perfecting the milk texture, small changes can have a big impact on the final cup.
