Brewing Espresso
Before you start (4)
- PrepTurn the machine on and let it heat fullyMost home machines need 20-30 minutes for the group head to stabilise
- PrepFlush the group head for 2-3 seconds and wipe the basket dry
- PrepGrind 18 g into the basket, break up clumps, and level the bedA WDT needle tool helps a lot with clumpy grinders
- PrepTamp level and firm, then lock the portafilter inStart the shot right away so the puck doesn't sit on the hot group
0:00
Start the pump and the timer at the same time
Next at 0:06 (in 0:06): First drops should appear around here
18 g coffee · 36 g water · 90-96 °C