Quick answerRinse your carafe, basket and filter holder after each use, wash them with warm soapy water weekly, and descale the machine about once a month (more often with hard water) by running a 1:1 white vinegar and water solution or a commercial descaler, followed by 2-3 cycles of fresh water.
Descaling steps
- Fill the reservoir with equal parts vinegar and water.
- Run half a cycle, pause 30 minutes, finish.
- Run 2-3 cycles of clean water.
Other brewers
- French press: disassemble the plunger weekly.
- Moka pot: rinse with water only, no soap on aluminum.
- Grinder: brush daily; use grinder cleaning tablets monthly.
Frequently asked questions
Why does dirty equipment matter?
Old coffee oils taste rancid and bitter.
Can I use lemon juice?
Citric acid descalers work well.
How often for espresso machines?
Backflush weekly, descale per manufacturer.
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