The Perfect Espresso: Tips for Home Brewing

A perfect espresso is the foundation for almost all coffee drinks. Here are tips on how to make a great espresso at home.

The Grind Size

The grind size is crucial:

• Too fine: The espresso becomes bitter and runs too slowly
• Too coarse: The espresso tastes watery and sour
• Ideal: Like fine sand, extraction time 25-30 seconds

The Perfect Extraction

1. Dose: 18-20g ground coffee for a double espresso
2. Tamping: Press evenly with consistent pressure
3. Temperature: 90-96°C water temperature
4. Time: 25-30 seconds for about 40ml espresso

The Result

A perfect espresso has:

• A hazelnut-brown crema
• Sweetness with slight bitterness
• Full texture
• Long, pleasant finish

Visit us at Edelweiss Café at Unterer Markt 23 in Weiden and let our baristas show you how it's done!