Espresso

Espresso is a commonly brewed in cafes using machines. Brewing espresso is more complex and costly compared to other brew methods, but developing the brew technique is a rewarding experience well-worth the investment.

Here is a curated collection of informative videos for espresso brewing. It can help you get started on your espresso journey. You will need practice, further research and a journey of self-discovery!

Espresso guide for beginners

7.5 minutes: A great video to quickly kickstart your learning of espresso brewing.
Credit: Joshua Weismann

Espresso recipes & techniques

6.5 minutes: A great summarised guide for starters that highlights the key points.
Credit: Seven Miles Coffee Roasters

Tips to better your espresso brew

8 minutes: Quick pointers that could make a big difference. High chance to pick up something and instantly improve.
Credit: European Coffee trip

Puck Prep, tools & techniques

21.5 minutes: Puck prep is super important for making incredible espresso. This video shows you exactly that, along with other useful knowledge about tools and techniques.
Credit: James Hoffman

How to dial in espresso

22.5 minutes: Learn the process of adjusting brewing parameters to achieve the ideal balance and extraction… so that the coffee is delicious. “Dial in” is foundational for espresso brewing. Learn it well, and it stays for life.
Credit: ARAMSE

Steaming milk: a lot you need to know!

20 minutes: Might feel long, but learning this is essential to make great white coffee.. Learn good techniques together with the necessary understanding.
Credit: James Hoffman

What you need for Espresso:

1) Coffee Beans

2) Grinder (For convenience, you may choose ground coffee at “Add to Cart”. However, whole beans preserves freshness and flavour much better and lasts longer. Our recommendation for home brewing: invest in a quality hand grinder.)

3) Espresso Machine (smaller cheaper alternative: portable espresso maker like Outin)

4) Tamper

5) Coffee Scoop

6) Timer (espresso machine could have an inbuilt one, and the timer on coffee scale could stand in as well)

7) Coffee Scale (essential item to measure coffee weight)

8) Milk Frothing Pitcher (for white coffee)

9) Dosing funnel (nice to have)

10) WDT tool (nice to have)

11) Distributor / Leveler (nice to have)

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