INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE OUR PRODUCTS

In this section you can learn more about how to use mycoffeestar products with your coffee machine. You can also find further video material on this page. If you have further questions on how to use our products feel free to get in touch with us via support@mycoffeestar.com

USING THE MYCOFFEESTAR V-MULTIDISC FOR VERTUO & VERTUOLINE

1. Preparation – Upcycling
  • Rinse the four discs and the filling spoon with warm water before first use.
  • First select the desired type from your original Vertuo® or VertuoLine® capsules: Espresso, Double Espresso, Gran Lungo, Mug or Alto. The size of the capsule and the barcode on the edge of the lid determine the amount of water, pressure and temperature, as well as the required speed for the brewing process. If you want to increase the intensity of your espresso/coffee, simply end the machine’s brewing process prematurely by pressing the start/stop button. This works for each of the five capsule types.
  • Use the small cutter to cut out the protective film along the inside edge of the capsule. It is best to place the cutter at a 45° angle to ensure a clean cut.
  • This aluminum body is now part of your refillable capsule. You can use it at least 500 times and do not have to dispose of it after just one use.
  • Small dents that occur during washing and drying can simply be smoothed out on the inside of the capsule with your finger.

 

MYCOFFEESTAR V-MULTIDISC

UPCYCLING

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2. The right grind size for the respective capsule type
  • You get the best brewing result with freshly ground coffee or espresso beans. Grind the coffee beans yourself directly before filling the capsule or have your favorite bean ground to the right level by your coffee roaster. High-quality coffee grinders are also available in some supermarkets. If you buy pre-ground coffee or espresso, bear in mind that the degree of grinding varies between “coarse”, “medium” and “fine” for the different varieties.
  • For both the “Espresso” and “Double Espresso” capsules, the espresso beans should be ground “very finely”. The espresso flows very slowly from the machine and – depending on the roast of the bean – has an intense flavor.
  • If you prefer a slightly lighter coffee taste, fill the “Gran Lungo” or “Mug” capsule types with coffee or espresso beans that are “finely” ground. The coffee also flows faster into the (large) cup with these capsule types.
  • If you would like to enjoy a larger cup of light coffee, use “medium” ground coffee to refill the “Alto” capsule.

 

3. Fefilling the capsule – with the coffee of your choice
  • Fill the capsule – regardless of the capsule size – right up to the edge with the coffee of your choice.
  • The coffee powder is evenly distributed by tapping the filled capsule lightly on the worktop. Two or three taps are enough without compacting the coffee powder too much.
  • Place the disc with the flat side up on the ground coffee. Now, with your thumb on the perforation in the center, press the disc onto the capsule body.
  • If you have opted for the “Espresso” capsule (40 ml), you will need to press the disc a little harder the first time you fill it so that the shape of the capsule body adapts better to the disc.
  • Turn the filled capsule over and tap off the remaining coffee powder with your index finger. Continue to close the hole in the center of the disc with your thumb.
  • Now place the capsule in the machine and start the brewing process.
  • To achieve a more intense taste, the brewing process can also be stopped manually at any time by pressing the start/stop button while the coffee is flowing into the cup. This works for every capsule size
4. Cleaning the capsule & disc
  • After use, remove the capsule from the machine’s collection container. Lift the disc off the capsule body and tap the coffee grounds into the organic waste.
  • If this causes small dents in the capsule body, simply smooth these dents on the inside of the capsule with your finger.
  • Clean the body of the capsule and the disc with warm water. Do not use washing-up liquid, as this protects the environment and does not leave a bad taste the next time you use it.
  • Before the next use, we recommend drying the capsule and disc thoroughly. This will prevent coffee powder from sticking to the edge of the capsule or the disc.
  • Small dents in the capsule body can simply be smoothed out with a finger on the inside of the capsule.