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Hello mates, just want to hear some opinions here.
So the espresso machine that I use at work is Mastrena 2. Sometimes I like to tilt the cup/shot glass when I'm pulling espresso shots so the shots don't have bubbles in them. One of my supervisors said I shouldn't do that and...
Hey all
I've been enjoying some shots recently with Stumptown's Hairbender. It's been weird though that the most complex shots have been fast. My NS Oscar 2 has an opv set to 8 bar. Shots are 17.5g in a HQ 14g basket, 32 to 34g out in 20 seconds. When I grind finer, or even up...
In the recent Hedrick/Gagne video, Gagne made some comments about making the flow from the shower screen more even should make extraction more even. He didn't have data to back it up, but I agree it makes a lot of sense.
I've always thought the flow from my Alex Duetto was...
We're in the midst of kitchen remodeling that will take months but have a covered outdoor cooking space that I'd like to temporary house my espresso machines and grinders as we still need espresso and coffee daily. We live in California that's dry with little rain and the...
I'm not aware of a thread that showcases member setups so thought I would start one. Here is my baby (mazzer mini, autotamp, vibiemme domobar super + e61 thermometer):
Now I just need to add skills and might be getting somewhere. Newest editions are the E61 thermometer...
This hack should work with any espresso machine that has a manual flick-up-and-down or spring loaded power switch.
I have a Rancilio Pro X. Although it has a built-in timer to turn on the device it is not flexible enough for my needs. For about 10 dollars you can buy a wifi...
Just installed the ACE DotShot on my La Marzocco Linea Mini. Just wanted everyone to know it's awesome! I enjoy having another usable way to measure my shots! A little scary drilling a hole in front of this thing but if you go slow and use a step bit, you're golden.
So I've had this machine for about a year and never had any issues but it stopped pressurizing and now the espresso doesnt come out on the first click, only after I do it again I get a watered down espresso shot. Has anyone else had this issue and any tips on fixing it?
Thank you
I am new to this group. I received the Solis Barista for Christmas and have been working to improve my espresso shots with this machine. I have noticed that the machine produces 2 divots (like when a golf ball lands on a moist green) in my pucks.
