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Typically 7 grams of coffee should be dispensed for a single shot and 14 grams for a double shot. Most portafilter baskets will have a fill line indicating the proper amount of coffee needed after compaction. It will be necessary to fill the portafilter with ground coffee higher than the level of the fill line.
Achieving the perfect shot of espresso requires attention to detail, from selecting quality, fresh beans to fine-tuning the grind. This post explores the key factors—grind consistency, water temperature, and extraction time—that impact flavor. Learn how to avoid common mistakes like over-extraction and ensure your shot has the ideal balance of crema and flavor.
The correct type of grinder is needed to achieve the proper espresso grind. Commercial type burr grinders where the coffee is ground between two textured plates is the type of grinder most preferred by espresso bars.
What are the differences between espresso machine types? When you’re looking to run a coffee house, cafe or even a mobile espresso business, one of the first things you need to figure out is which espresso machine works best for you. This task may seem daunting, but we’re here to break it down for you. Modern commercial espresso machines fall into four primary categories: lever (manual), semi-automatic, automatic, and super-automatic.
Comparing a propane gas powered espresso machine to one with a 220v 4000w electric heating element is like comparing a scooter to an automobile, respectively. They both will get you to your destination, but the scooter will take longer and the volume of people you can transport (number of drinks made at one time) is limited.
Learn How to Program The Most Popular Astoria Automatic Commercial Espresso Machines
The daily cleaning of your espresso machine should be done at least at the last shift or at the end of the night. We show you how.
Learn how to clean and replace the group head gasket, screen and distribution block on your commercial espresso machine.
