Espresso

TOOLS

• Espresso machine
• Coffee
• Windmill
• Scale
• Double basket or filter holder
• Tamper
• Minute
• Small cup

INSTRUCTIONS

• Remove the portafilter from the group head of the espresso machine and place it on a tared scale.
• Purge the group head with water to make sure it is completely clean and clear.
• Grind 18-22 gr of coffee in the basket.
• Adjust your grind to fine powder.
• Run your finger across the coffee to distribute it evenly, from left to right, then front to back.
• Handle the coffee by handling the portafilter on a clean, flat surface. Not too hard, just enough to seal the coffee evenly. Then turn the tamper to smooth the floors. This aids in extraction.
• Place the portafilter at the head of the group and start firing the shot. It will start with a slow trickle that will turn into a smooth stream. At approximately 30 seconds, the extraction will begin to come to an end and the transmission will turn "blonde" or turn yellow. Stop the shot at this point.