What Grind Is Best For An Espresso Machine?

This grind is necessary for espresso makers. It also works in an AeroPress with a short one to two-minute brew time. What is the best grind size for espresso? The best ground beans size for espresso is 0.88 mm or 1.32 of an inch ; this is a fine grind. While the precise size can … Read more

What Beans Do I Use On Breville?

Breville recommends using quality 100% arabica beans with their espresso machines. Arabica beans are known for their superior flavor and aroma with significantly less bitterness when compared to Robusta. Can you use coffee beans in Breville? Try to find beans that have a “roasted on” date within a week. Always use whole beans, never pre-ground … Read more

Is Pre-Ground Coffee Fine Enough For Espresso?

If coffee has already been ground, many of the aromas that make espresso so flavorful have already been lost This is why we recommend grinding coffee within a few minutes of brewing it and espresso within 1 minute of pulling a shot. Is pre-ground coffee OK for espresso? If for example you tried to steep … Read more

Is The Fellow Ode Grinder Worth It?

Ultimately, the Ode is an excellent first grinder from Fellow, and in our opinion, the best grinder in its price range It can’t grind super fine and it struggles with static, but the grind quality and quality of life makes these compromises worth it to us. This earns an Able recommendation! Is the fellow coffee … Read more

Why Is My Espresso Pressure Too Low?

If your brew pressure looks low, your shots are likely flowing too quickly (this will lead to a variety of off flavors). So break your eyes away from the brew pressure gauge and get out your stop watch (many espresso machines have shot timers built in or available to install) and scale. How do I … Read more