{"title":"Barista cloths","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes a barista cloth special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a home barista, you understand how crucial it is to keep your espresso machine clean after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur barista cloths are created to clean all parts of your espresso machine, from the portafilter to the milk frother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide three distinctive color cloths, each dedicated to a particular cleaning task, mirroring professional setups for hygienic operation. The cloths come in pairs, ensuring there's always one fresh and ready to go while the other is in the laundry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cloth is made of high quality microfiber, a material\u0026nbsp;known for its\u0026nbsp;high absorbency without damaging your machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEvery colour barista towel has a purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour-coded system aids in maintaining a hygienic workflow and keeping your machine spotless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlack for the countertop \u003c\/em\u003eThe black cloth is perfect for maintaining a clean coffee corner including your espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLight gray for milk \u003c\/em\u003eThe light gray cloth is specifically for milk residues, the milk steamer, and milk pitchers, with its light color minimizing the visibility of stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrown for your portafilter \u003c\/em\u003eYour portafilter inevitably collects a significant amount of coffee residues. With the brown cloth, these coffee stains blend in, becoming less noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider our barista cloth set for a better deal, where you receive two cloths of each colour!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you really need a barista cloth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCould you simply use an ordinary cleaning cloth? While you could, it won't be as effective or hygienic as the barista cloths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a single cloth for multiple parts might lead to cross-contamination - the last thing you want is milk residues in your portafilter or coffee stains spread over your machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoreover, using a kitchen-wide cloth that also contacts your coffee gear can pose contamination risks. Common kitchen cloths can rapidly become a breeding ground for bacteria, a dishcloth can contain over 4 billion bacteria within 24 hours!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's far more reassuring to have dedicated barista cloths for your coffee station, where you make your daily fresh espresso. With two cloths of each color provided, a clean one is always within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"barista-doekjes-set-6-stuks","title":"Barista cloth set (6 pieces)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e3 cloths, 1 mission\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean espresso machine makes better-tasting coffee. Leftover espresso and milk residue can negatively affect the flavour of your espresso or cappuccino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why this set includes \u003cstrong\u003ethree different barista cloths\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can clean all essential parts of your machine right after use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrey cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse this to clean your \u003cem\u003esteam wand\u003c\/em\u003e after frothing milk. (Tip: slightly wet the cloth before use.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrown cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for wiping your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/portafilters\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eportafilter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e after knocking out your used coffee puck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA handy \u003cem\u003eall-round cloth\u003c\/em\u003e for cleaning your machine and the surrounding coffee area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe best tools for home baristas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Barista Essentials, we combine in-depth product knowledge with more than 10 years of barista experience. That’s how we make sure our tools truly make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what makes our barista cloths stand out:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium microfiber\u003c\/strong\u003e that easily absorbs dirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge size (30 × 30 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you don’t need to wash them as often\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree colours\u003c\/strong\u003e for hygienic cleaning of different machine parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-drying\u003c\/strong\u003e, preventing unpleasant smells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e (80% polyester, 20% polyamide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging loop\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy drying and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep your cloths in top condition, wash them at a maximum of \u003cstrong\u003e40\u0026nbsp;°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003edo not tumble dry\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides daily cleaning, a proper maintenance routine is essential. We recommend \u003cstrong\u003ebackflushing weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e and giving your machine a \u003cstrong\u003ethorough internal clean every three months\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll find everything you need for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cleaning-products\"\u003eespresso machine maintenance\u003c\/a\u003e at Barista Essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGot a question about this product or about maintaining your machine? Just \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\"\u003esend us a message\u003c\/a\u003e. Jasper \u0026amp; Hugo are always happy to help! 👋\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barista Essentials NL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55679491244415,"sku":"8720682220030","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8548\/5951\/files\/Packshot_doekjes_set_label-1.webp?v=1760015990"},{"product_id":"barista-doekje","title":"Barista cloth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA barista cloth for every job\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the café where I (Hugo) used to work, it was completely normal to use a different cleaning cloth for every part of the espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd honestly? That’s just as important at home. You don’t want milk bacteria in your portafilter — or coffee residue on your steam wand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why we designed our barista cloths in \u003cstrong\u003e3 clearly defined colours\u003c\/strong\u003e, each with its own purpose:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🩶 \u003cstrong\u003eGrey\u003c\/strong\u003e – for your steam wand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🤎 \u003cstrong\u003eBrown\u003c\/strong\u003e – for your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/double-spout-portafilter\"\u003eportafilter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🖤 \u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e – for your machine and countertop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade by home baristas, for home baristas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe designed these cloths ourselves after an extensive research phase. This fabric stood out because it’s highly durable and dries incredibly fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s what sets our cloths apart from standard microfiber cloths:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra durable\u003c\/strong\u003e – 20% polyamide, 80% polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge size\u003c\/strong\u003e (30 × 30 cm) with minimal shrinkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-drying\u003c\/strong\u003e – helps prevent unpleasant odours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging loop\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 colours\u003c\/strong\u003e – no mix-ups, ever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEverything for a clean machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash at a maximum of \u003cstrong\u003e40 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eavoid the dryer\u003c\/strong\u003e to keep them looking and performing their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to take espresso machine care seriously? Explore all our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cleaning-products\"\u003ecleaning tools\u003c\/a\u003e — from brushes and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/blind-filter\"\u003eblind filter baskets\u003c\/a\u003e to cleaning powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGot questions about this product or keeping your espresso machine clean? Send us \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\"\u003ea message\u003c\/a\u003e — Jasper \u0026amp; Hugo are always happy to help! 👋\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barista Essentials NL","offers":[{"title":"30*30*30 \/ Black (2 pcs)","offer_id":55679491375487,"sku":"8720682221945","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30*30*30 \/ Brown (2 pcs)","offer_id":55679491309951,"sku":"8720682221938","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30*30*30 \/ Light gray (2 pcs)","offer_id":55679491342719,"sku":"8720682221952","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8548\/5951\/files\/Packshot_doekjes_set_label-1_ec188bf1-d9af-4fef-b68b-42fe9bec49f8.webp?v=1760015758"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/8548\/5951\/collections\/Doekjes_2.webp?v=1759920375","url":"https:\/\/barista-essentials.dk\/en\/collections\/barista-cloths.oembed","provider":"Barista-Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}