How to Keep Your Espresso Machine Clean
For the average person, an espresso machine is not just an appliance but an investment. The comforting cup of coffee it produces each morning is often considered priceless. However, like every other item in your kitchen, your espresso machine requires regular cleaning and maintenance if you want it to continue serving you fresh cups of coffee. This 787 Coffee blog post aims to provide a comprehensive guide on how to keep your espresso machine clean and well-maintained at home.
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How to Keep Your Espresso Machine Clean at Home
Clean the porta-filter and basket -
Portafilters and baskets are an easy spot for dirt and grounds to accumulate. It is best practice to remove the filter and basket, rinse it under hot water before and after use and wipe both down with a clean dry towel. The porter filter also needs to be scrubbed weekly with a cleaning agent dipped in warm water, rinsed properly and dried with a clean towel. Your espresso machine is designed to handle the high pressure required to make the perfect shot of espresso, but it cannot handle dirt and coffee buildup.
Descale your machine -
The water used to make coffee can have dissolved minerals that can build up inside your espresso machine over time leaving mineral deposits behind. These deposits can create blockages or interfere with the heating elements and reduce brewing quality. You need to descale your machine periodically. Using a descaling solution ensures the removal of mineral buildup from your machine. You can run the descaling cleaner through your machine as per instructed on the packaging that accompanies it and flush with clean water before using it again.
Shine the exterior -
Our focus is not only on what comes out of the machine but also on its outlook. To give your machine the shine it deserves, use a polishing cloth to clean the exterior of the machine after each use. The cloth may be dampened with water or a cleaning agent depending on what is specified in the machine’s manual. Use only cleaning agents recommended for use on the machine and avoid abrasive materials to keep your machine looking sleek.
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Checking the Gaskets -
Checking the gasket, a rubber ring around the porta-filter, and group head, is essential to keeping your machine running smoothly. Over time, these gaskets will wear out call for a replacement. Check the manual that comes with the machine to learn how to remove and replace the gasket. Cracked gaskets should be replaced promptly to avoid leaks and poor coffee quality.
Wipe the drip trays -
Finally, wipe down the drip tray in your machine. Residue from brewing coffee, and water in the drip tray could cause your machine to smell. Empty and wipe your drip tray daily and then clean it with warm soapy water every week or two, depending on how frequently you use the machine.
On a final note, suggested by Nathan, Coffee Technician at 787 Coffee, - When it comes to your home espresso machine we recommend backflushing it once a week.
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A good espresso machine can be your reliable source for caffeine, but it requires serious cleaning and maintenance efforts from you. With the above maintenance tips, cleaning and maintaining your espresso machine at home will become a more comfortable and efficient routine. By keeping your machine clean and free of buildup, you’ll enjoy a more consistent and fresher tasting espresso every time. So brew a cup of fresh 787 Coffee espresso and trust that your machine is well-kept.
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5 lb Single Origin Coffee Beans — Puerto Rico Supremo, Mexico, or Colombia
The Big Bag is 5 lb of single origin specialty coffee from one place, never blended, roasted to order and shipped free. Choose Puerto Rico Supremo grown on our own farm, or single origin Mexico or Colombia, in whole bean or ground. It's the same coffee we serve in our 34 cafés across New York, New Jersey, Texas, Puerto Rico, Mexico City, and Miami, in a bag built for people who make a lot of coffee.
Why buy a 5 lb bag of coffee
A 5 lb bag makes about 150 to 200 cups. That's a month or more for most households and two to three weeks for an office of ten. Buying coffee in bulk means a better price per pound than 12 oz bags, fewer boxes at your door, and no more running out on a Wednesday morning. Every Big Bag ships free and comes in a resealable zipper bag with a one-way valve, so the beans stay fresh from the first cup to the last.
If you brew for an office, a restaurant, a church, a studio, a fire station, or a house full of coffee drinkers, this is the bag.
Three single origins. You pick.
Single origin means every bean in the bag comes from one farm or one growing region, with full traceability. No blending, no mystery beans. Choose your origin at checkout:
Puerto Rico Supremo — Our flagship. Grown at 3,000 feet on Hacienda Iluminada, our own farm in Maricao, Puerto Rico, and honey-processed for natural sweetness. Smooth medium roast with notes of dark chocolate, buttery caramel, citrus, and honey. Naturally low in acidity, the way Puerto Rican coffee is known for. $38 per pound.
Mexico — Single origin Mexican coffee we source directly from [region] and roast in small batches. [Roast level] with notes of [tasting notes]. A smooth, balanced daily cup that works in any brewer. $__ per pound.
Colombia — Single origin Colombian coffee from [region]. [Roast level] with notes of [tasting notes]. Full-bodied and dependable, the classic choice for offices and drip brewers. $__ per pound.
Why 787 Coffee is different
Less than 1% of coffee shops in the world own a farm. We do. Our Puerto Rican coffee is not imported. We grow it, harvest it, process it, roast it, and serve it ourselves, which is what farm-to-cup means at 787 Coffee. That's the quality that earned us #3 Best Coffee Shop in New York City and #32 in North America on the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026.
Roasted to order. Every bag is roasted in small batches after you order and ships within days. You get a roast date, not a best-by date, and you'll never receive coffee that sat in a warehouse.
Specialty grade. Our coffee is specialty-grade Arabica, the top tier of coffee sold anywhere in the world.
Sustainably sourced. Every bag supports coffee-growing communities in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Colombia.
When you buy this bag, you plant a coffee tree. Every 5 lb bag funds one new tree at Hacienda Iluminada in Maricao, so your morning coffee is growing the next harvest.
Whole bean or ground
Whole bean stays freshest if you have a grinder. If you don't, we grind to order for your brewer:
Drip — medium grind for automatic drip coffee makers, airpots, and commercial brewers
Espresso — fine grind for espresso machines
French press — coarse grind for French press and cold brew
Not sure? Choose whole bean. It keeps longer, and any grinder will do.
Made for offices, cafés, and big households
The Big Bag is our most popular size for workplaces. Set up a subscription and it arrives on your schedule at 7% off every delivery, with no contract, and you can pause or cancel anytime. Cafés and restaurants ordering regularly can apply for wholesale pricing on our wholesale page.
It also makes a serious gift for the coffee drinker who has everything.
How to store 5 lb of coffee
Keep it in the resealable bag with the zipper closed, away from heat, light, and moisture. Don't refrigerate or freeze it. Coffee is at its best within a month of the roast date, which is why we roast to order instead of stocking shelves.
Specifications
Size: 5 lb (80 oz / 2.27 kg)
Type: 100% single origin specialty-grade Arabica
Origins: Puerto Rico (Hacienda Iluminada, Maricao), Mexico, Colombia
Roast: Medium (Puerto Rico Supremo); [Mexico]; [Colombia]
Process: Honey-processed (Puerto Rico Supremo)
Grind: Whole bean, drip, espresso, or French press
Packaging: Resealable zipper bag with one-way valve
Shipping: Free, roasted to order
Subscription: Save 7% on every delivery
Frequently asked questions
How many cups of coffee does a 5 lb bag make?
About 150 to 200 cups, depending on how strong you brew. At 2 tablespoons per cup, most households get 4 to 6 weeks. An office of 10 goes through it in 2 to 3 weeks.
Is this a blend?
No. Every Big Bag is 100% single origin. You choose one origin and that's the only coffee in the bag.
What is the best coffee to buy online in bulk?
Coffee that's roasted to order by the people who grow it. The Big Bag is grown on our own farm in Puerto Rico, roasted after you order, and shipped within days, which is what makes fresh coffee taste fresh.
What does Puerto Rican coffee taste like?
Smooth, full-bodied, and low in acidity, with notes of dark chocolate, caramel, honey, and subtle citrus. Puerto Rico Supremo is honey-processed, meaning the sweet fruit mucilage stays on the bean while it dries in the sun, so the sugars go into the coffee.
Which origin should I choose?
Puerto Rico Supremo for our signature farm-grown coffee. Mexico and Colombia are smooth, dependable daily drinkers that work well for offices and larger groups.
Is 787 Coffee specialty coffee?
Yes. Our coffee is specialty-grade Arabica, and 787 Coffee is ranked #3 in New York City on the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026.
How much is it per pound?
Puerto Rico Supremo is $38 per pound. Mexico is $__ and Colombia is $__. Every 5 lb bag ships free.
Is a 5 lb bag good for an office?
Yes. It's our most popular size for offices, cafés, and restaurants. Subscribe and it arrives on a schedule at 7% off.
Whole bean or ground?
Whole bean if you have a grinder. Otherwise choose the grind for your brewer: drip, espresso, or French press.
Do you ship fresh?
Yes. Every bag is roasted to order and ships within days of roasting.
Can I subscribe?
Yes. Subscriptions save 7% on every delivery, and you can pause or cancel anytime.
What happens when I buy this bag?
You plant a tree. Every 5 lb bag funds one new coffee tree at Hacienda Iluminada, our farm in Maricao, Puerto Rico.
Do you offer wholesale?
Yes. Cafés and restaurants can apply on our wholesale page.
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