How to Make a Long Espresso with a JURA Machine

A long espresso, sometimes called a long black in Australia and New Zealand, is created by adding two shots of espresso to an equal quantity of water. This retains the crema (or foam) on the top of the espresso with a strength similar to drip coffee. For those who hate wrestling with high-pressure espresso machines, the JURA company, headquartered in Neiderbruchsiten, Switzerland, produces automated espresso machines that make it simple to make a great long espresso at the touch of a button.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• JURA machine
• Coffee beans
• Water
• Cup
• Spoon
• Sugar (optional)

1. Make sure the machine is set up properly, plugged in and turned on. Refer to your manual for setup on your specific model. There should be coffee beans in the bean tank and fresh, cold water in the water tank.

2. Put a cup (big enough to hold 120 ml of liquid) under the hot water nozzle, and push the hot water button to add 60 ml of hot water.

3. Move the cup to under the coffee spout.

4. Some JURA machines can be programed to make a double espresso by pushing the espresso button twice and changing the amount from 1 fluid oz. (25 to 30 ml) to twice that (2 oz. or 60 ml). If your machine doesn't permit this, push the espresso button to produce one shot of espresso, then push it again for the second.

5. Mix. If you like sugar in your coffee, now is the time to add it. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy your long espresso.

Tips & Warnings

• Many settings can be custom-programed on your JURA machine, making it easier to make long espressos in the future. To make a Café Americano, add the espresso first, then add the water.
• Follow all instructions in the manual to avoid mishaps and injury.

Resources

• JURA's homepage

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