Brewed using finely ground coffee under high pressure, espresso is the heart of the café experience.
What you'll need
Espresso machine
Espresso-specific grinder
18-gram portafilter basket
Tamper
Timer
Shot glasses
Gram scale
Clean towels
Freshly roasted coffee
Recommended Grind - Fine
STEP 1
Remove the portafilter and wipe it dry. Rinse / purge the group head for 1-2 seconds. Grind roughly 18 grams of coffee to a consistency that is slightly coarser than powdered sugar.
STEP 2
Level the grounds bed by tapping gently on the side of the basket.
STEP 3
Tamp once, straight down, until the coffee stops compressing. Wipe and clear the rim of the portafilter basket of any loose coffee grounds.
STEP 4
Rinse/purge the group head for one to two seconds. Insert the portafilter and brew immediately into prewarmed shot glasses, aiming for a yield of 35–45ml.
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