Usage Guide
How to Use an Espresso Machine
Master your espresso machine with our step-by-step guide to pulling perfect shots and steaming milk.
Master your espresso machine with our step-by-step guide to pulling perfect shots and steaming milk.
Turn on machine 15-30 minutes before use. Run water through group head.
Grind fresh beans immediately before brewing. Use fine espresso grind.
Add 18-20g of grounds to portafilter. Level with finger or distribution tool.
Apply 30lbs of pressure evenly. Keep tamper level.
Lock portafilter, start extraction. Target 25-30 seconds for 36-40ml.
Purge steam wand, create microfoam for milk drinks.
Old coffee
Use beans within 2-4 weeks of roast date
Wrong grind
Adjust finer if too fast, coarser if too slow
Uneven tamp
Keep wrist straight, apply even pressure
Cold machine
Preheat for 15-30 minutes minimum
Dirty machine
Clean daily, descale monthly