Milk Alternatives For Fresh Milk Coffee Machines

With the launch of the latest fresh Milk tabletop coffee machine The So Pure Ivory , which offers a unique fresh milk tabletop barista experience using the latest milk foam temperature control technology, that truly creates those velvety smooth barista microfoam milk moments and all within a tabletop coffee machine, cup after cup. So Pure has been testing the world of fresh milk alternatives.

 

There’s many reasons to choose non-dairy milk and the supermarkets are full of options and types to choose from and it shouldn’t be pot luck when your choosing for a  So Pure coffee machine. But which milk alternative plant-based milk truly works best to create that barista microform?  Is it really possible plant-based milk to create a vegan latte? With over 16 milk microfoam settings possible, the So Pure Ivory fresh milk coffee machine allows you to heat your milk to the perfect temperature making the most of your milk from plant to dairy milk.

The choices are vast with non-dairy and plant-based milk alternatives from soy, almond, or oat milk?. Some non-dairy options have overpowering flavors and others can be difficult to foam to create that perfect barista microform. So below are our choices and discoveries of milk alternatives for the So Pure Ivory Fresh Milk Coffee Machine and your coffee moment.

 

One.
Oak Milk

Oat milk consists of steel-cut oats or whole groats which are soaked in water, blended, and strained through cheesecloth or a special nut milk bag, the leftover oat pulp has the bulk of the fiber and protein, when blended well enough, most passes through creating a  creamier texture than nut milk without added ingredients.

Used during the World Barista Championships  Serif Basaran, roaster and World Barista Championship judge used Oak Milk with amazing results

So Pure CHOICE
Oatly Oat Drink Whole

 

Two.
Soy Milk

Probably the world’s best-known milk alternative for generations and not for those avoiding dairy but also nut allergies (always check labels) and easy to a source within supermarkets. Created from dried soybeans soaked, and ground or pressed down with water to create Soy milk, but remember that it tends to curdle with acidic ingredients so craft your coffee bean choice well,  South American origins work well but African coffee bean might not the malty, light sweetness flavors of Soy milk.

Advice.

Letting the coffee cool a bit before adding soy milk and avoiding more acidic coffee beans helps.

SO PURE CHOICE
Alpro Soy Milk 

 

Three.
Almond Milk

Almond milk, a plant milk from almonds with a creamy texture and nutty flavor is a great alternative to dairy milk, loads of flavors sweetened and unsweetened varieties to choose from but beware almond milk can curdle in coffee for the same reasons as soy milk: temperature and acidity. So to stop curdling, avoid pouring cold almond milk into very hot coffee. and the So Pure Ivory fresh milk coffee machine can cater for this with its unique independent temperature controlled drink settings. Almond milk doesn’t contain cholesterol, saturated fat or lactose, so those who are lactose-intolerant and others, such as vegans who avoid dairy products its perfect.

Advice.

Letting the coffee cool a bit before adding Almond milk and avoiding more acidic coffee beans helps.

SO PURE CHOICE
Rude Health Almond Drink

 

TO DISCOVER MORE ABOUT SO PURE NEW FRESH MILK COFFEE MACHINE AND MILK ALTERNATIVES THAT CREATE PERFECT COFFEE IN THE OFFICE, HOTEL, RECEPTIONS, AND DRINKING LOCATIONS WITH ONE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SHOWROOM VISIT AND SEE FOR YOURSELF THE REASONS WHY SO MANY CUSTOMERS CHOOSE SO PURE COFFEE MACHINES

 

Coffee Shop Visit Habit Costing You

What’s a Coffee Shop Visit Habit Costing You?

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

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How Water Affects Coffee Taste & Quality

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 machines to 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

Uk Water map for the best So Pure coffee machine use BRITA
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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 BRITA water 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.

TO DISCOVER MORE ABOUT CREATING THAT PERFECT COFFEE 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

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Employees work harder with good coffee

Office coffee machines and employees coffee, SO Pure office coffee machines

The latest new research reveals that 89% of UK office workers credit high-quality coffee for making them more engaged at work.

If you rely on a strong cup of coffee on the morning to get you going in the office, you are not alone. Up to nine in ten (89%) workers credit high quality coffee for making them more engaged at work, new research has found. The study, conducted by Nespresso and ComRes in the UK and Ireland also found that 75% of office workers agree that good quality coffee in the office suggests their employer cares about their wellbeing.

Coffee has actually proved itself vital in helping employees feel valued. In fact, the research shows that 75% of workers across the UK and Ireland feel high quality coffee in the office shows their wellbeing matters to their employer, and almost three quarters (71%) of employees would recommend their office as a good place to work because of access to high quality coffee.

findings suggest “With 88% of employees in the UK and Ireland saying soft perks are crucial in retaining good staff”

Coffee also appears to be a vital social lubricant in an office environment, and office breaks can improve collaboration within and between teams, helping employees work smarter. Of those surveyed, 81% said that coffee breaks help them to build stronger relationships with their colleagues, and 72% with their managers. Surprisingly, despite the stimulant effect of caused by the caffeine in good coffee, over than four in five (84%) employees in companies with over 20 employees report that coffee breaks help to relieve stress, with this number highest among the financial and creative industries.

Anecdotally, it has always been clear that employees valued the complimentary coffee and tea often offered in the workplace; but the findings highlight how cheap instant coffee might not cut it in modern workplaces anymore. More than three quarters (77%) of employees across sectors think good quality coffee in the office is important for clients and visitors as well as staff, with over a third of employees (36%) in senior management positions assessing the quality of a company by its coffee.

Francisco Nogueira, Managing Director for Nespresso in the UK and Ireland said: “With 88% of employees in the UK and Ireland saying soft perks are crucial in retaining good staff, we know those little extras can make a significant impact on the way employees feel and act at work. The reason soft perks matter is simple: because our employees matter. It is the responsibility of employers to ensure these modest demands are met.”

To Discover more about creating that perfect workspace environment and making that perfect employees cup of office coffee with one of So Pure coffee machines contact us to arrange a showroom visit and see for yourself the reasons why so many customers choose So Pure coffee machines

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