Overview of the Brewing to Steaming Workflow on the Rancilio Silvia.
The Rancilio Silvia has been a classic and reliable home espresso machine since the 90’s, made with commercial grade components and known for it's compact design.
The Silvia Classic is a single boiler espresso machine. In order to accommodate the high temperature needed for steam as well as the lower temperature needed for pulling espresso the unit has a steam and hot water setting, as well as a coffee setting.
In this video and blog, we’ll provide an overview of the Silvia Classic’s workflow including how to steam, how to brew, how to switch between these two modes, and our tips and tricks when brewing multiple drinks.
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So now that we have covered how to brew and how to steam, you might be thinking about what to do with the wait time between modes. So, what is a good way to switch between steaming and brewing modes so that you can make your morning latte at home as efficiently as possible? You can simply brew your espresso, then wait a few minutes for the steam setting to heat.
But if you're looking for something a little quicker, we recommend the following workflow...
Give that process a try. At the end of the day, the best workflow is the one that you feel comfortable with.
What if you need to brew multiple milk-based drinks? There are multiple strategies you can do.
If you don't mind the wait time, you can prepare the drinks one at a time using the above workflow.
If you're looking for something a little more efficient, you can use a bigger pitcher to steam milk for two drinks at once. Then, pull two shots of espresso back-to-back and create your drinks.
Next time you make a latte or cappuccino give that workflow idea a try. The most important thing is to find a workflow that works great for you!
