With the world-changing, the Coronavirus pandemic isn’t going away soon sadly, more and more of our tabletop and barista Coffee machines clients are working from home and adapting to the era of social distancing sales team and selling. Supporting our Coffee machines sales and distribution clients and partners, So Pure Beverage Technology have developed an online quoting system offering effective quoting for our Tabletop coffee machines collections.
So Pure’s understands it’s not always easy to specify requirements with so many coffee machines on the market and the ever-changing coffee machine terminology. Our tabletop coffee machine quoting system will offer a simple stage by stage approach to obtaining tabletop coffee machine quotes whether your working from home, on the road, or just with a client.
“Tangible bite size quoting stages offers clarity, that nothing missed, while not confusing and overwelling.”
With the primary launch of the quoting system at the end of May 2020, this system will allow not only the ability to specify requirements from So Pure’s Tabletop Coffee Machine collections but also the options of drinking destinations and our Drinks Centres and Base Units allowing you to craft and define quotes to suit your drinking locations when required.
Suky Matharu “There’s nothing worst than having to wait and chase for prices, wondering if they received the email or even forget something due to being offsite. So Pure’s always believed in provided amazing coffee machines, but that’s nothing if there’s not the attention to support in sales advice service and aftercare which is why we adapting and developing new tools to support our amazing coffee machines collections and clients for the future While we still 100% believe in our hands-on approach we need to adapt to the coffee industry marketplace. This is only stage one of various supporting systems our clients with these challenging times”
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Coffee culture and the coffee shop is now a prominent feature in today’s society. So much so, that research has suggested that the average Brit spends around £2,210 a year in the nation’s coffee shops. This social ritual isn’t just limited to meeting friends or grabbing a beverage on the go either. Businesses and freelancers are also increasingly using coffee shops to host meetings and interviews outside of typical office environments.
With these staggering figures, it could be time to consider alternative options. That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a delicious coffee before your morning briefing. However, onsite options for your office and business premises could save money, and boost your staff productivity in the long-term.
Take a look at how much a coffee trip could be costing your business, and why installing So Pure beverage technology could benefit your company.
Costs Saving Per Cup.
Most people can’t go without their morning coffee, and just a few pounds here and there in a coffee shop soon start to mount up. You might be surprised just how much coffee breaks cost per week. To give you an idea, check out this coffee costs calculator for an eye-opening insight.
So made it’s time you ditched that coffee shop dash and opted for a So Pure coffee machine in your office, workspace breakout spots and function rooms provides both business savings and employee perks.
A recently highlighted the average cost per trip to a coffee shop is around £13.85, which factors in purchasing a beverage plus transport and parking charges.
Incorporating a high-quality coffee machine that fits your brand image not only eliminates the need to go off-site for meetings. It could also save employees an average of £8.54* per trip giving your staff more money in their pocket.
Boosting Employee Coffee Benefits.
Instead of popping out for coffee, your employees can benefit from a quality beverage while they work. Studies conducted by researchers at John Hopkins University showed that caffeine enhances memory consolidation for up to 24 hours. Plus Norwegian scientists also concluded that drinking coffee can help ease pain associated with desk work.
In our blog ‘Employees Work Harder With Good Coffee’, this focuses on the importance of coffee in workplace environments. It explains that coffee is not only a vital social lubricant; it also proved critical for making employees feel valued in the office. Coffee breaks have also been highlighted as essential for a healthy and social work environment to enhance wellbeing for employees.
The Costs To The Environment.
It’s not only the cost to your bottom-line that should be considered but also, your responsibility to a sustainable society. Coffee culture has often had links to issues with environmental, social and economic sustainability in communities. However, opting for an upgrade in your office environment could help reduce these effects. Removing single-use cups and choosing coffee from ethical and sustainable sources gives you not only great tasting beverages, but also promotes an eco-conscious and responsible image to your clientele and employees.
TO DISCOVER MORE ABOUT SAVING MONEY AND CREATE THAT PERFECT COFFEE IN THE OFFICE WITH ONE OF SO PURE COFFEE MACHINES, FROM BEAN TO CUP, INSTANT OR COMMERCIAL BARISTA MACHINE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SHOWROOM VISIT AND SEE FOR YOURSELF THE REASONS WHY SO MANY CUSTOMERS CHOOSE SO PURE COFFEE MACHINES
The art of brewing a great Coffee largely depends on the perfect balance of quality beans, expert baristas and that perfect grind. For years So Pure have been defining, perfecting and refining that balance from Swiss brewer technology with our Bean to Cup Coffee machines to the 100% Stainless steel Barista Coffee machines.
However, with all these elements in place, there is one factor that is often overlooked. Water!
With so many new clients visiting the So Pure showroom and investing or updating there Beverage and Coffee points with So Pure drinking solutions, from Office Coffee machinesto national HORECA hotel chains Coffee solutions, we finding more and more the lack of guidance and advice clients where previous provide when it comes to direct water mains and “We thought it would be fine”
With Coffee machines using standard tap water offering ease and solutions, this can create a varied sensory experience from one day to the next. The reason for this is due to the hardness or softness of the water across the country. Water quality can also be affected by seasonal fluctuations and mineral deposits which change the flavour and intensity of the Coffee, Which is why for years we believed and offered the best in water filtration and technology and always use and suggest BRITA
As highlighted by BRITA, the hot beverages sector is rapidly changing. Interest in Coffee has increased significantly, and over half of consumers say the taste of Coffee would make them choose to visit one café over another. Consumers have not just taken an interest in Coffee over the past few years; they are also more educated on the quality and expectation of the perfect brew. With these consumer changes flowing down into workplace and office Coffee the effect for that perfect Coffee break matters.
So as the UK high-street has seen a 48% rise in the number of cafes, it’s ever-more important to stand out in this competitive Coffee market. With a simple change to the water used in your So Pure office bean to cup, instant Coffee machine to that barista Coffee machine, you will ensure delivery of a delicious cup of’ Joe every time and create an even more creamy smooth hot chocolate moment.
To understand the ways water can affect Coffee taste, take a look at some of the main factors below:
Tap Vs Filtered Water
It will come as no surprise that water from the tap tastes different from filtered water. As mentioned above, tap water has a number of minerals, which affect the flavour. Seasonal and regional factors are the main causes of the difference, and depending on the compounds found locally, you might experience different tastes from the same batch of beans. Alternatively, filtered water removes these impurities and offers a clean taste to every cup. Which is one reason we choose 100% stainless steel Barista Coffee machines the Evolution and Eva offer clean water diffusion and zero migration before a filtered system applied.
Understanding Hard And Soft Water Areas
Water makes up 98% of Coffee so it’s vital to determine how the hardness of the water in your area may affect your consumer’s experience. This UK Water Map by BRITA displays the type of minerals in different locations that will change the taste. Mineral compounds vary greatly across the country. For example, Edinburgh has minimal chalk content in the soil, so the water is very soft. Whereas Dover has a hard water rating due to the local underground chalk and gravel aquifers. So Pure understands when installing Coffee machines within UK and our on-site technical team are always keen on offering support making sure every drink created is amazing.
UK Hard And Soft Water Areas Map
Source: BRITA
The carbonate hardness (dKH) scale is a way of measuring the levels of bicarbonates.The higher your dKH, the harder the water.
Soft water 1
Hard water 17
As the regional variance can have a significant impact on the quality of Coffee and hot beverages, testing the water is an essential step to optimising your products. The test is simple and not only enables your company to produce great tasting Coffee; it’ll also help prevent mineral build-up in your Coffee machine.
Ideal Coffee Brewing Temperature
The best way to prepare Coffee includes heating the water to the perfect temperature. If the water is not hot enough, it won’t extract the flavour fully. However, if it’s boiled too high, it’ll burn the Coffee producing a bitter, metallic taste. The optimum level sits around 91 to 96 degrees Celsius. By choosing a So Pure Coffee machine, the in-cup temperature is always achieved to ensure a delicious and smooth flavour.
Reducing Damage To Your Coffee Machine
Using tap water in a hard water area will start to cause a build-up of scale in your Coffee machine. This not only affects the taste of each cup, but it could also create costly maintenance, repair charges or potential downtime. While buying a cheaper Coffee machine might seem a cost-effective route, but the build-up of scale, limescale deposits and hard water are the doom of any low quality internal plastic parts or Thermoblocks with Coffee machines
Which is why So Pure only uses stainless steel inserts within our Thermoblocks, creating healthy, cleaner water and long-lasting components.
When it comes to water and water technology opting for filtered water protects the machine from limescale deposits and improves the aroma and taste of the Coffee.
Innovative Barista Technology To Create The Perfect Cup
The quality of your Coffee machine is critical for producing a unique consumer experience. To deliver consistently good Coffee choosing a So Pure barista machine that complements your brand ethos is vital in the competitive landscape.
From bean to brew, So Pure has crafted a selection of innovative machine options that suit a range of workspaces. Alongside precision equipment, So Pure’s commitment to quality is accompanied by always advising on using a BRITAwater filter system. This partnership ensures the best experience for barista and consumer and So Pures Coffee machines. Plus supports the development and innovation of new products for your hospitality business.
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Crema is a flavorful, aromatic, reddish-brown froth that rests on top of a shot of espresso. It is formed when air bubbles combine with fine-ground coffee’s soluble oils. Some people refer to this as the “Guinness effect” because it mimics the head on a pour of the popular Irish stout.
The strong presence of crema in an espresso shot indicates a quality, well-ground coffee and a skilled barista (professional coffee maker). Crema helps give espresso a fuller flavour and longer aftertaste than drip coffee.
What Is The Perfect Crema?
Baristas and coffee makers around the world have different opinions about what they consider to be the perfect crema. The goal is to pull a shot of espresso with a crema that is not too thick, nor too thin, and one that lingers for about two minutes.
Troubleshooting crema can become complicated, but here are a few things to keep in mind.
Over-extraction, under-extraction and the coarseness of your grind will affect crema.
If your crema “drops” (goes away) after less than one minute, then the extraction was too fast or the coffee roast too light.
An extraction from a quality espresso machine should take between 15 and 30 seconds, though this may vary from one machine to another.
Remember to allow your machine to warm up before pulling a shot and clean the machine regularly to ensure it continues to work properly, also a dirty coffee machine will also contribute a bitterness to your espresso.
At So Pure whether you’re using one of our Tabletop beverage machines which uses the latest in Swiss brewing coffee technology or lover of the So Pure Barista coffee machines our coffee technicians will define and perfect that grind giving you the best extraction every time.
Factors That Affect Crema
You may not be in complete control over your espresso’s crema. Beyond perfecting the technique of pulling a shot, crema can be affected by the following factors.
How Freshly Roasted Are Your Beans?
Fresh roasted beans form more crema on espresso. This is because the coffee bean oils are still out-gassing from the roasting process. At So Pure our Essenza roasted bean, sun-dried and roasted three ways to perfection creating a sweet fruity flavour and roasted in our factory in traditional Probat drums allowing the full flavours to increase. Unique to So Pure, the Essenza roasted bean is a blend of Central America, Brazil and Robusta from Indonesia, crafted to create that crema and taste.
How Dark Are Your Beans?
In general, the darker the bean, the less crema you will have. This is due to the oils rubbing off while handling, packaging and grinding. Then again, a very light roast is not known to produce an ideal crema, either. Many coffee companies offer an espresso roast, which should have the perfect amount of oils or a defining one type of roasted bean which is a blend of various offering you an ideal crema and textures combined.
How Were The Beans Processed?
Naturally-processed beans will often produce the best crema because more of those oils are left intact. Which is why our Essenza roasted bean are picked perfectly ripe and then laid to rest in the sun to dry creating a sweet fruity flavour.
How Does Your Espresso Machines Pull A Shot?
Many espresso machines sold use automatic controls. While this is convenient, the process can limit the formation of crema compared to a manually pulled shot. Some automatic machines try to make up for this by creating an imitation crema but really 9 bar pressure is truly needed to create crema.
Is Crema Really That Important?
While it can seem that a good crema is the definition of a perfect cup of espresso, it is not as critical as some make it out to be. It does add to an espresso’s flavour and is desired. Yet, its absolutely possible to have a great tasting cup of espresso without the perfect crema.
After all, espresso is about the taste, right? If you enjoy your cup, that’s really all that matters. Don’t get the crema blues or think that you somehow failed at your attempts to pull a good shot.
Remember, the roasted coffee beans and coffee machine play a big role, at So Pure we’re here to help you create that perfect cup of espresso from a Noir Espresso machine to Barista Capsula making that right choice every time.
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