Month: January 2018

f you see water leaking out the showerhead, it is probably caused by coffee particles holding open the pressure valve. The pressure valve prevents water from flowing through the showerhead under normal atmospheric pressure. This enables filling of the waterbowl with water even if it isn’t on top of the handle. However, if any of …

The most common question we are asked is, “Why won’t my TWIST pressurize?”. The most common answer is, “Have you checked to see if the small o-ring on the handle is still in place?”. This o-ring sits on top of the handle, right at the front, where it ensures the flow of gas from the …

N2O (nitrous oxide) is often used to whip cream, so one of the most common questions we are asked is, does it also contribute to the crema? One can see the confusion: crema and cream can seem quite similar in consistency (and their spelling), even through they are made from very different substances. Also, it …

The mypressi TWIST uses 8gm N2O (nitrous oxide) cartridges to provide the pressure for an extraction. Each cartridge will make approximately 4 double shots or 8 single shots. While 8gm CO2 (carbon dioxide) cartridges will fit in the TWIST, they may leak quite quickly and even immediately. There is also a significant variation in size …

One of the questions we often see asked online is, “does the cooling effect of the gas expansion also cool down the espresso?”. It’s a good question, and a clever one, and it is also easily answered. The short answer is no. The long answer is why this is so. First, the gas passes through …

The mypressi TWIST is a pressurized system. All parts have been extensively tested during manufacture, however improper use can put you and others at risk. The TWIST is intended for household use only. NEVER use the TWIST in any manner contrary to these directions. NOT FOR USE by children. NEVER consume liquid directly from the TWIST as contents …

originally posted by Stephen O’Brien on December 02, 2012 We published this article, because a lot of people are still using this amazing gadget and need some help. We receive a lot of questions regarding the best pre-heating procedure for the TWIST. The answer is actually quite easy. Feel free to skip to the end …