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Professional descalers are often more concentrated and suitable for intensive use in catering environments. Household descaling products are designed for home use and are safer to handle without specialist knowledge. For home use, a household descaler is all your coffee machine needs.

A descaler that is suitable for Dolce Gusto machines will do the job. Choose a product specifically developed for high-pressure espresso machines. Do not use products that are not intended for this type of machine.

With daily use, descaling every 6 to 8 weeks is recommended. If you use the machine less often, every 2 to 3 months is sufficient. Some machines automatically notify you when descaling is needed.

A descaler for a coffee machine is specially formulated to be safe for the materials in coffee makers, such as rubber seals and metal heating elements. General descalers may contain harsher substances that can cause damage.

Vinegar is not recommended for descaling a coffee machine. It can damage internal components and the vinegar smell can linger in the machine, which negatively affects the taste of your coffee. Choose a dedicated descaling product.

Descaling it yourself is straightforward. Buy a suitable descaler, follow the steps in your machine's manual, then rinse thoroughly. No technical knowledge required.

Use a descaler that suits your type of machine. Follow the instructions in your coffee machine's manual and on the packaging of the descaling product. Always rinse thoroughly with clean water afterwards.

Start with a coffee scale, the right coffee filters for your machine and a water filter. These three accessories have a direct impact on the taste of your coffee. If you have an espresso machine, add a tamper to your starter kit.

Clean your machine daily with warm water and use a coffee cleaner or descaler monthly. Replace the water filter regularly. This keeps your machine working well and your coffee tasting fresh.

The most-used home barista accessories are a coffee scale with timer, a tamper, a distributor and a knock box. For pour-over coffee, a gooseneck kettle is essential. With these tools you have a solid foundation at home.

It depends on the brand and machine type: moka pot accessories are specific to the moka pot, and standard paper filters fit most filter coffee machines. For espresso machines, portafilter size is key, so check whether you need a 51 mm, 54 mm or 58 mm portafilter. If you are unsure, check the product description or contact Café du Jour customer service.

Yes, coffee accessories make a practical gift for coffee lovers. A coffee scale, a HARIO V60 set or a cleaning kit are good options. They are versatile and suit different brewing methods and experience levels.

You can order iced coffee from our online shop. You'll find ready-made iced coffee as well as accessories for making it yourself. Ordering online is convenient if you want a wider range than supermarkets offer.

We do not make any claims about that. What we can tell you is the difference between the versions: an iced coffee you make at home without sugar and without whole milk contains very few calories, while ready-made versions in a bottle or a can often contain added sugars. Making it yourself gives you full control over what goes in: choose an unsweetened coffee, decide on any sweetener yourself and use a plant-based milk alternative if you like. For the taste, start from an espresso or a well-concentrated filter coffee and cool it quickly, so it does not turn watery when you add ice. Coffee can be part of a varied diet; for health questions, speak to your doctor.

The caffeine content varies by type. Ready-made canned iced coffee usually contains less, while cold brew usually has more, depending on concentration. Always check the packaging for exact nutritional values.