Espresso Brew Guide

Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder with portafilter
 
 

There are so many variables between machines and grinders that this could take an entire page, however, we recommend that you try starting with a 1:2 brew ratio, in 28-32 seconds of brewing time. In a cafe setting, this recipe was typically 18g coffee to 36g espresso.

For home machines, there are many different manufacturers and form factors. Your portafilter basket may have a size recommendation for maximum dose (eg 16g, 18g, etc.) That is a good starting point, but you can typically add slightly more coffee than the max.

Ultimately, brewing great espresso requires learning some technique and skills. A great educational resource is this video series by former world barista champion James Hoffman.