Follow these basic steps to make an espresso just as it should be; luxuriously creamy, with a kiss of foamy crema and a lingering aftertaste of coffee

Note: Whenever you adjust your grinder, adjust it one click at a time.

Step 1. Choose your coffee bean

Choose a good coffee bean that is aligned to your taste palette, consider its roast date for freshness and roast level (light to extra dark). Store in an air-tight container and once opened use them within 2 weeks.

Step 2. Use great tasting water

Water makes up the majority of an espresso, so make sure it’s fresh by replacing it every day. We recommend using a water filter to absorb bad odours and other contaminants for an authentic cup of coffee.
 

Step 3. Observe the flow of coffee

The coffee thread that arrives in the cup is known by baristas as a “rats tail” or “espresso rain”, you want this to be a continuous thread.

Is it dripping?
Turn grinder one click towards “7” when it is on


Flowing too fast?
Turn grinder one click towards “1” when it is on

Step 4. Check the crema

A crema should be a nutty, caramel-coloured and creamy on top of the coffee, it gives the espresso a fuller flavour and longer aftertaste. Results will differ depending on the roast and freshness of the bean.

Step 5. Have a look at the puck

Look at the puck in the grounds container, and touch them to see how they feel.

Wet to the touch?
Turn grinder one click towards “1” when it is on

Dry and crumbly?
Turn grinder one click towards “7” when it is on

Step 6. Clean the brewing unit

If you’re finding your coffee tastes bitter or “not quite right”, it could be because there’s built up oils in the brewing unit. Rinse the brewing unit under hot water. Do not use detergent or any type of solvent.

You should do this monthly.