Thanks for this. I am deciding between the creatista plus or the pro and was strongly considering the Pro purely because of the long black feature but now you've proven that you don't need the Pro to make this drink and it can be made on the Plus too by using the same method i.e. lungo shot of water and then 2 espresso shots. Thanks for showing this to us and its really swayed me towards the Plus and saving some money!

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Dan. Yeah you can make it with any of the original machines that way. The plus is a great machine for the money. The coffee comes out hotter than on the pro but worth mentioning it is a lot louder than the pro in case that comes into things for you.

Another fabulous video! Long black “typically” is a 1 to 4 coffee to water ratio and tends to be a little less sweet. Americano as you mentioned lacks Crema making it sweeter and less bitter more like a filter coffee. Podcast was great, maybe you could do the odd pod review in there, but it was great to hear you both talking about something you are obviously passionate about. 👍🏻🤠

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the extra info Patrick. Glad you liked the podcast, another episode on the way this weekend 👍

Nice video. But i think it will be better use a kettle for hot water to be cleaner. There will always be some residue from the coffee machine unless there is a separate nozzle.

@A2BProductions

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I know what you mean and the kettle will be hotter. The Creatista Pro is good for that though as it does have a separate nozzle for the hot water.

Very interesting to see the same drink on the two ends of the coffee machine spectrum price range 😄I really enjoyed the podcast and looking forward to the next one, it’s nice to hear your wife’s comments. Thanks very much.

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah you don't have to have an expensive machine to still enjoy the coffee do you. They have their perks but you can still achieve a lot with the cheapest machine. Glad you liked it, will pass that on to my wife 👍

Tried this on my Creatista Pro and the coffee was just too weak. Not sure how to do a long black with this machine that tastes good but I will keep experimenting

@A2BProductions

12 күн бұрын

I remember experimenting in the same way a couple of years ago (as struggled like you to find a good ratio) but can’t remember what the results were 🤦🏼‍♂️ Might have to give it another go. Seem to remember that the single origin pods with 2 shots tasted better than others (or even 3 shots 😬) but I’d really have to try it again.

The last one looks like a good Guiness :)

Thanks for great video mate. I think I go for creatista plus an save some money. Looking forward to nex podcast.

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the idea and glad it helped mate! Yeah another instalment of the podcast on the way 👍

Thanks for another great video mate. Now we just need KZread to create an aroma feature for your followers 😉 Cheers

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and a taste feature 😂 Thanks, glad you liked it.

I think my next Nespresso machine will be a Creatista or Lattissima. I do like the milk frother built in. Currently I have the VertuoPlus and KitchenAid OL.

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s great having the steam wand on the Creatista too. We actually did a comparison video between those two machines not too long back and reviewed them in case those videos might be of interest.

Another interesting one! I didn't know the difference - although I'm a bit tight and feel like i'm getting more out of the pod by doing the first water pour with a pod in. I do pod in, lungo + espresso then new pod espresso. You miss a bit of the creme - but you get a bit stronger coffee and i feel better value out of the first pod - because I'm tight :D

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting idea, will give that a go 👍🏼

I love my Creatista Pro.

Recently bought the Essenza Plus. So far, having fun trying the different coffees. Lattes and Cappuccinos are popular as it came with the Aeroccino3. Who needs Starbucks?!

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Just found the essenza plus on the European website but not sure I can get it in the UK yet. Are you liking it? I’ll have a look at the specs and see how it compares to the mini. Cheers.

@Daldidal1

3 жыл бұрын

A2B Productions Like it so far. Has 3 presets: Espresso, Lungo and Americano XL (Lungo and water). I like the Lungo pods as it’s balanced. I get the Peet’s Coffee pods rather than Starbucks - just taste better. I’m going to try the Single Origin pods as you suggested

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah if those Zimbabwe ones come up again next year I’ll likely pick some up just for long black. Not really been my drink of choice over the years but enjoyed both Columbia and Zimbabwe. Let us know if there’s one you find works well 👍🏼 Hope that machine finds its way here, would like to compare it to the mini in a video.

Hi does anyone know where the podcast is? as can’t get enough of this channel

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, glad you're liking the channel! We host it on anchor.fm/a2bproductions and you can find links to it on Spotify, Apple, Google and more from there. Hope this helps.

I absolutely love Americanos! Or Long Blacks? Question. Should I return my newly purchased Plus in exchange for the Pro!? Can I make the same quality Long Black/Americano with the Plus?

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

It can definitely be done with the Plus - and in all honesty I found the plus made a hotter coffee too - but I suppose having that dedicated setting on the pro just makes the process a little simpler. The fact that the pro also has a dedicated hot water button (can't remember if the plus has that off the top of my head) also makes it easier to top up with the exact amount of water you want, rather than having to reset any cup sizes. Think I'll have to leave that decision to you 😅 We do have a video where we compare the plus and the pro in more detail in case that helps though.

@blinanada7263

3 жыл бұрын

@@A2BProductions ahhhh!!! Thank you! Yes I saw that one as well! Okay, as a lover of Americanos, in your opinion what would you do!? Plus or Pro!

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

I'd say Plus as think it'll be hotter and cheaper 😅 But my guess is you'll go with the Pro for that fancy touch screen and dedicated setting 😂 Wouldn't blame you either as I love that screen! Do let us know what you decide 👍

How do you make a long black coffee on a regular creatista? The one with a rotary encoder near the screen? I only have a lungo option and with the maximum amount of water it still is not long enough

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, if you mean you're adding a lungo sized shot of water to your espresso and it's still not enough water, then you could try pouring an extra ristretto or espresso shot of water after to top it up. Or you could even consider resetting the lungo cup size if you don't use it for a regular lungo coffee.

Really like the comparison between the two. Did you notice any difference in the temperature ? I have the creatista pro but found the long black shot to be kinda warm almost lukewarm after adding normal milk. It’s not as hot as the flat white or the cappuccino drinks.

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah you're right, it wasn't the hottest after adding milk. Do you tend to heat the cup first using the hot water button on the machine? I've not really had to yet with the other drinks but probably would for this one going forward.

My mini doesn't run anywhere near that long with the espresso button, are you not pressing lungo?

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yes that was the lungo button mate. Meant I ran a shot of espresso water through before I began, just to clear out any bits of coffee from the last use. Sorry if that wasn't clear.

Hi This is very helpful. I am choosing between Creatista Plus and Creatista Pro. Could you advise if Creatista Plus can make Long Black as well?

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that. It can but it doesn't have a setting on it, so you have to do it yourself like with the essenza mini.

I bought the creatista plus today as I drink a lot of large cup Americano’s but was told I should get the vurtuo instead for big cups of coffee. Any ideas or advice please ?

@A2BProductions

2 жыл бұрын

Tough question as I prefer the taste of the original coffee and you can make an Americano with the OriginalLine machines (we have a vid on that) but Vertuo does seem to have been designed more with the big cup market in mind, so in theory it would be a better choice for drip style coffee.

@anthonylefodi5928

2 жыл бұрын

@@A2BProductions thanks for your reply! I think my only worry was that apparently with the original machines you’d have to use around 2 capsules for a normal Americano due to the coffee being too diluted. I’ll check out your other vid:)

I just want an Nespresso machine that makes espresso and Americanos. I will never use milk. Which model would you recommend? Dont worry about price

@simonnyberg5578

3 жыл бұрын

They're all really pretty much the same in brewing coffee, the big differences are the sizes of the machines, water tank capacity, heat up time and the amount of used capsules the machines hold. If money is no problem but you don't need milk get either one of the vertuos (only Nespresso-made capsules, so that's a problem if our don't want to order them and don't have a nesspresso store close to you) och something like the citiz (which is one of the original machines, that do work with capsules you can get in your regular store). Otherwise something like the pixie or essenza mini would be totally fine, just smaller. I've heard however that the heat of the coffee can be a bit irregular on the cheaper ones, that's not something I've noticed drinking from my friends cheap machines though.

@simonnyberg5578

3 жыл бұрын

Also I should add that if brew size cups is what you're looking for then the vertuo machines make that (without you having to make Americanos instead). I personally don't see that as a problem, I just keep a French press for whenever I need a large cup.

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

For espresso to be honest I find the crema / foam from the VertuoLine machines a little unnatural and there are so many more espresso pods available in the original range (plus compatibles), that think original would be the way to go for you. As for the original machines we did find (at least on the machines we've owned) that the espresso was a little more watery on the smaller machines like the essenza mini than the bigger ones like the Citiz, so Citiz may be a good option. Also while the Creatista machines are more designed for milk (and thats what you pay for in a way) the Creatsita Plus did make a nice hot espresso and the Pro does have the dedicated long black button and separate hot water feed, so you can pour hot water that doesn't have any coffee residue in it. While the video showed you can make americano and long black fairly easily without those features, some people might view it as something they want regardless of price, so thought I should mention it. Hope this helps

@KyleH_03

3 жыл бұрын

@@simonnyberg5578 Thanks so much! This is very helpful!

@KyleH_03

3 жыл бұрын

@@A2BProductions thank you! I just found out I have a Nespresso store that just opened by me. I will head that way. Cheers

I bought the Essenza mini recently, but I find that the coffee isn’t really hot. More like warm, do you know how I can maybe fix this or is this normal?

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, yeah some machines are hotter than others. Planning a video where we test all the machines we have to see which is hottest but a couple of tips would be to run a shot of water (maybe even a lungo shot if you want it really hot) through the machine without a pod into the cup you plan to use first, empty the cup/glass and then pour your coffee. This will heat up the mechanism inside the machine and less heat will be absorbed by the cup too. Hope this makes a difference.

@Daldidal1

3 жыл бұрын

A2B Productions Yes, it works great!

Great channel Great video

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike 👍🏼

What do you guys recommend as a next machine? I’ve got basic entry machine (£50 from currys) but have really enjoyed the coffee and want to upgrade for a better tasting quality. Keep up the good work and look forward to the top 5 pod video 😎🤓

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, yeah that video will come soon. Still on with tasting some pods I’ve not had for a while. Do you drink a lot of milk based drinks or is it mainly espresso?

@LAknightYEH

3 жыл бұрын

A2B Productions 99% I have milk. Have you seen the new pod they’ve released? 😎

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

The aged Sumatra one? Mentioned that in the podcast this week and should hopefully have arrived today! I honestly would go straight for the Creatistas if you like milk based drinks as love the froth from the steam wand. Know they’re pricey though. Would like to get hold of the Creatista Uno to review as it’s a bit cheaper and love both the other machines.

@LAknightYEH

3 жыл бұрын

A2B Productions thanks buddy. Yes, aged Sumatra. Had a look at the creatista and your review of the pro seemed very positive. Is the coffee much better do you find ?

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah the aged Sumatra has arrived today so am looking forward to trying it. When it comes to taste I have found the essenza mini to be a little more watery than the other machines but don’t want to lead you into spending a lot on the Creatistas if you just don’t like the Nespresso coffee if you know what I mean. Might be worth trying a couple of compatible pods first before making that leap. Do you tend to like more intense coffee? And what Nespresso pods have you liked/not liked so far? Hoping I can help but not sure 😅

Napoli is the best, I think - Intensity 13!

Seems essenza mini has crema than the pro

Echo-o-o-o-o

long black looks horrible and i bet its taste is same watery?

@A2BProductions

2 жыл бұрын

I have to put at least three shots in to get them to have the kind of strength I like, so don't tend to make many. Might be nice if I could find a pod that works well though.

My lattisma broke

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

Gutted. What went wrong with it? Guessing yours is under warranty?

@billshelby1942

3 жыл бұрын

@@A2BProductions Yeah, no idea it stuck on descaling, and the borrow machine came all messy stuck up with dry coffee!

@A2BProductions

3 жыл бұрын

That’s not great is it. Hope they get yours back to you ASAP.