Brewing Espresso with the Wacaco Picopresso

[@AlternativeBrewing]

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[@tyger1147]

I’m having trouble getting crema. Still delicious but just zero crema. I have a nano presso which produces great crema. I’ll keep at it. Any tips?

[@tyger1147]

One thing I’d add: on my first wash, I used soap and water. Everything was rinsing well. When getting ready to put everything away after it was dry, I was noticed the shower head silicone/metal separated. Did so and found soap bubbles still there. So just be cautious if you use hand wash with soap to separate those two pieces. It can be a hassle as they fit so snug, but it’s better than brewing soapy espresso!!!

[@bazzen6992]

Just ordered this as the xbar I backed on kickstarter still hasn't shown up. It will be interesting to see how this pairs with my timemore nano grinder

[@il-ganna]

"Pretty close" from a €100 machine to a 5K one is an easy win for me. Espresso brewing future looking bright as ever!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Couldn't agree more!

[@EpochEmerge]

Except the fact that it takes around 10 mins in my case to prepare that dmn 36ml shot 😅

[@il-ganna]

@@EpochEmerge By all means this is a machine with a particular use-case. At the same time, if you don't have 10mins to spare then maybe speciality coffee might not be for you? Even prepping a regular (speciality) espresso takes time...a super-auto might be what you're looking for if speed is what you're after.

[@PetesWorkshop]

I somehow lost my ‘travel coffee kit’ which consisted of a Nanopresso and Porlex mini. I have just purchased the Picopresso and Porlex Mini2. 18.5g of beans, pre-heat (pumped through), re-fill, 8 pumps, 5 sec pre infusion, pulled the double shot and WOW. Very impressive! Not a cheap kit but the quality of the coffee easily justifies. I couldn’t be happier.

[@dimaodd]

@@EpochEmerge it would take my regular big espresso machine even more to heat up 😅

[@asmith2886]

My Picopresso arrived yesterday and I made my first espresso this morning. Wow! I am blown away by how good the espresso tasted! Seriously put my Profitec Pro 700 to shame. I have the nanopresso and thought it produced ok espresso 'in the field', but never enough and was very fiddly to use, particularly filling and tamping the tiny basket. The Picopresso is simple to use and proscribed method to fill the basket and tamp leaves a flat bed of coffee grounds. Whatsmore, it comes with a case and everything packs away into the unit. Wacaco you have done it. Wherever I go this is coming with me. [I ground my coffee with the Timemore Slim plus (E&B burrs)].

[@AlternativeBrewing]

right on!

[@ashleyedmonds9909]

What's your grind setting for expresso on the slim?

[@fromtheflightdeck252]

You don't know what proscribed means do you?

[@letsgoletsgoletsgoletsgoletsgo]

i just got the pico, and realised your video left out 2 steps ...... you gotta pre heat the unit but also pump the water through a few times . there is also a notch inside the reservoir to mark out the optimal water level :D

[@kc-me6wl]

Which notch is it? Is it the obe with the two lines and the small gap in between?

[@ryantilley-general.shenanigans]

He did pre heat it.

[@drucey1210]

How many clicks on the comandante c40 would you recommend as a good starting point for a medium roast? Awesome video has been very helpful, thank you.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I'd say use 14 clicks 👌 18g

[@tobytheone8596]

Excellent review. The step by step process is really helpful. 👍

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@5argon]

Thanks for including the cleaning step! Looks even easier than Moka Pot, picking the basket out of the bottom part was always slightly annoying.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

You are so welcome! I know ! This honestly seems to pop out no fuss every time - I just had to include it. Something about the tapered basket probably

[@sneakersfreak]

Moka pot can't adjust the water temperature

[@NeverTakeNoCut-offs]

I have had this for quite a while. It makes espresso as good as my $5000 machine. You have to get the grind just right, and preheat everything…

[@georgebender7519]

But no sugar!

[@mechanicalmonk2020]

@@georgebender7519 nO sUgAr

[@smboelaars]

Got one of these after seeing this video, and owning the Nanopresso. I am blow away. This coffee rivals the coffeeshops, and those are pretty good in my Wellington & Melbourne stomping grounds.

[@marisok18]

hello. thanks for the quality review. Can you please tell me if the water tank is made of plastic? and water flows through the plastic too? I will be very grateful for the answer

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes it does

[@ToucanSamich]

Looks pretty awesome. Much more premium than their last offerings. I'll be waiting until they bring out the pressure gauge, but definitely interested in picking this up and if I can make it work at work for me

[@C0in.13]

It's out!

[@anthonyryman6644]

I purchased this, opened it up this morning for a play. I’m used to the wacaco stuff so was pretty sure what to expect, sadly 7 cups in and zero crema, not a peep. Loads of different grinds, tamps etc… nothing. Feels like the unit won’t build up enough pressure. I’ve had this before in one of my units (NS version). I’ll keep playing but I’m thinking it’s DOA. Will report back.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

thanks Anthony! one thing I did notice, is getting hold of some fresh roasted beans made all the difference to the crema. So within 14 days or being roasted - and a finer grind than expected

[@ianmayhugh5731]

Did you end up figuring out your picopresso? I'm on day one, cup three with mine acting the way you described

[@yoddeb]

Cool product, but what is the use? You will need freshly grinded good coffee, i.e proximity to a grinder. So not suitable for traveling. So what is it for?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hi Lars, welcome back ! There are portable hand grinders out there that will comfortably grind for espresso - some even compete with High end commercial grinders for quality output. These grinders are great for travel.. some weighing over 500g , there's others that are lighter.. so I would suggest so long as you can get to some boiling water ... than carrying ~1kg of coffee brewing equipment around for a great espresso could be more convenient than other options

[@SandroTasso]

@AlternativeBrewing Great video! how many clicks on the Comandante C40? Thanks

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Start around 12 clicks on the C40 Mk3, and 5 clicks on the C40 Mk4 👌

[@SandroTasso]

@@AlternativeBrewing 🙏

[@joshuahan871]

Hi. What do you think are the big advantages compared to Nanopresso? And would you recommend anyone who has a Nanopresso upgrade to Picopresso?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hey Joshua - that all depends on whether you're satisfied with the Nanopresso or not I suppose. The advantages are very similar in terms of each brews benefits - lightweight, compact brewing of concentrated coffee - the Picopresso is certainly way ahead of the Nanopresso in terms of it being an 'espresso brewer' though.. larger dose, larger basket and better overall extraction leading to more crema and a stringer shot. You also need to consider the ability to grind to an espresso grind prior to purchasing the Picopresso... The nanopresso gets away with being a pressurised portafilter - so grind size, whilst important - is not critical.. with the Picopresso - you wont see any improvements in the coffee by using the same grind as the Nanopresso.. You need to be able to grind finer to brew on the Picopresso - if you can - than yes I would say you will be more satisfied with the quality of the coffee produced with the Picopresso.

[@kodoklengket]

@@AlternativeBrewing thanks for the explanation, I’m a first time buyer thinking of getting the nano or the pico.

[@mnimdp]

@@kodoklengket i have had the nanopresso for a while now, I want to say maybe about a year. I travel a lot for work, and use it for when I'm away. Honestly, after seeing this review I'm regretting having bought the nanopresso and wish this one was available at the time. I always make double shots, so I had to buy the barista kit. When you consider the price of the nano plus the barista kit, you're almost at the same price as the picopresso. I haven't seen the picopresso in person, but the fact that the basket is so much wider and metal is very appealing. The double baskets in the nanopresso are smaller, not only in capacity (16g vs 20g) but they have a narrow opening and are taller than wider. It's annoying to fill them with the coffee grounds, and while I appreciate that you can use a lid on them so you can carry them already filled with coffee, the one in the picopresso looks like it will give you better results (if you can grind your own coffee to how fine it needs to be). The fact that more parts are metal instead of plastic, should also help with heat retention. Although I haven't used it, the picopresso looks far superior. Tbh, I haven't been able to dial in my coffee to something that I'm truly satisfied with in the nanopresso. It's okay, but considering that I usually like to have my espresso with some milk, I have found that the flavor profile I get is not really the best for that. So, if you're deciding between the two, I'd definitely go for the picopresso. I'm debating if it's worth the upgrade, considering I already have the nano, or if I should just mess with it a bit more and try to dial in my coffee to something I'm more satisfied with.

[@markbergendahl2651]

Great instructional video ! I just got mine in the mail the other day and can't wait to use it. I already have 5 nanopressos, including the dulce gusto attachment and make lattes every morning. In your video you clearly show how well the picopresso is designed while making a very appetizing espresso. Well done 👏!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

thanks so much! Enjoy 😀

[@georgechrisanthopoulos3529]

Hello I’m looking to buy it cause of the price and the quality of espresso it has make. I’m wondering if I could replace it’s filter basket with ims or vst filter basket for a better result?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Not at this stage - hopefully soon 🤞

[@Corkboard753]

On a 20g double shot how much hot water in your opinion makes the best americano?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I go with about 90-110ml of 85ºc hot water. This gets that balance of rich flavour, not too weak.

[@itadakimeh]

Is the quality of espresso produced at par with the Flair/Robot? Or more of a Cafflano Kompreso?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

much much closer to the Flair and Robot than the Kompresso. If you consider a Flair or Robot with no pressure gauge, than I'd say it's on par with the espresso yes.

[@chrisstoffable]

I bought, but I'm afraid my one is broken. There is absolutely no crema in espresso :( i did several tests. Im not sure but looks like pressure is to low. Can it be a reason?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

possibly - but in my experience the two factor to getting no crema - are 1) and the biggest reason - using coffee that is not freshly roasted. Must be within 14 days of being roasted for ideal conditions to create crema. 2) Grind size - which will actually create the pressure. Without a fine enough grind - there is no resistance to hold back the water - and it will flow through fast - so you require a fine grind to get a good espresso with crema. Hope this helps 👌

[@chrisstoffable]

@@AlternativeBrewing Grind size - it was a reason - thanks a lot! im so happy now :) really

[@ilahens]

How hard is this to press? I’m concerned it’ll be too much work to be enjoyable..compared to the cafelat robot, the Rok, and the flair, which of these is easiest to press? I’m looking to enjoy occasional espresso but not at the cost of aching joints…

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Great question! This would be the easiest. You're not having to use you're body weight to press down on a hard shot. But two hands comfortably pumping will do the trick 👌

[@chopzmasta07]

What's the main body constructed from?

[@kraffles]

Great review, very thorough. Thank you.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Thanks for watching!

[@casperchung1159]

You need a good grinder to use non pressurised basket, which takes away the portability factor of the picopresso imo. Although non pressurised basket makes better coffee, I would rather have a pressurised basket which enable it to use pre-gounded so I can make coffee in the woods. Is there option for a pressurised basket?

[@casperchung1159]

@Marco Mathies Thanks! Now that it accepts proper dosage, no more weak coffee!

[@itadakimeh]

JX Pro is a very good manual grinder with 40 increments which can grind and makes it easier to dial in for spro. Affordable, too.

[@johnniekeymer]

Which would you recommend between this and the Outin with the new basket plus attachment?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

this 🔥

[@ddavid6972]

Is equal quality espresso possible between 15g and 20g of grounds if less than 20g is our preference? Or must 20g be used for it to work optimally and the excess separated on the extraction - for example is an extraction using 16g compromised with let's say a 32 ml output?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Great question! Adn in my experience using it - I would say no not at all - to a limit - just like using any espresso basket where there a min and max capacity - You will want to adjust your grind if using a lower or higher dose than 18g, as I had to do for 20g - having to grind a fraction coarser - but almost unnoticeable.

[@geraldinedudman8197]

Love the whole machine super when camping 100%

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I agree. Unbeatable

[@PreoteeAfsanaHoq]

Pre-ordered already.. can't wait to grab mine in hand and test its performance!

[@f87115]

Comes with a free pair of skinny jeans

[@Adam-vx6to]

I mean it can't make espresso

[@stefanwolter7496]

Which setting i should take with a Kinu Classic? Thx for Answer.😃

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hi there - I'd be looking at a 2.2.0 - 2.5.0 for the Picopresso - than see if it starts coming out around 9-13 pumps than you have the grind setting right - too soon, fine it up -- too many pumps, coarsen it up 😀

[@stefanwolter7496]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks, that will help me. Greetings from Germany.

[@CrazyCalabrese78]

Looks good. My 10 year old single boiler machine is on the way out and I wanted to give myself a nice upgrade but don’t have the bench space for a bigger unit at the moment. My moka pot gives me good coffee with a fresh grind but something like the Rok press, this or a Flair has piqued my interest for that real espresso mouthfeel and complexity. Do you think the greater control over pressure from a Rok or Flair are big improvements over this or marginal?

[@SajtosNokedli]

Never brewed an espresso, but I think if you can't control water temperature and extraction time properly, you will never get a consistent coffee. This is for travelers or weekend warriors.

[@pruthvireddy5007]

Which ground coffee brand is fine enough for Picopresso? I am getting a grinder in a few weeks for now please help with a off-the-ehelf ground that's fine enough for a good extraction :) thank you.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

hmmm sorry. - I'm not too familiar with pre-ground coffee. I'd say anything espresso ground - and you might need to adjust the amount of coffee you use to get the right extraction and pressure

[@trypeak]

Late to the video, but thanks. How many click would you recommant on a c40?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I'd recommend 10-13 clicks 👌

[@trypeak]

@@AlternativeBrewing thank you. Do you perhaps have an explanation or tip why my espresso has little to no crema?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

the most likly reason is that the coffee being used is either not ideal for espresso - or has past it's ideal window for great cream. See crema is not a definitive things when brewing espresso - and is only present during brewing so long as a few things conditions are met. Such as high temperatures and pressures - along with a good amount of trapped gas in the beans during brewing. The gas is formed during roasting - and dissipates overtime. Usually within 10-20 days post roast. And if pre-ground that shortnes it to 2-3 days. Outside this window of two-three weeks, the coffee is less and less likely to create crema. @@trypeak

[@trypeak]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks for your answer. I learned something new again.

[@amelialee9996]

Nice advice of pausing once the water has pierced through the tamped coffee puck. Gotta try and se how that simple step effects my Nanopresso.

[@shaunb813]

Does it create a somewhat lasting crema? In the video there was a nice crema though by the time you tried it, it seemed to have dissipated

[@AlternativeBrewing]

No it does create a crema that lingers - I may have waited too long between takes 😂 plus I prefer to be drinking it a little cooler whilst on camera

[@shaunb813]

@@AlternativeBrewing thanks for your response 😊

[@vmcampos]

Thanks for the review! Mine has been ordered and I can't wait to get it. Cheers! ☕

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@deedeexYT]

Hi! How do you like it? 2 years later! I’m planning to buy one soon

[@Ma_Ba]

Heard they will come out with a pressure gage.

[@sesshou2]

Where?

[@rvdt4ever]

Brodie Vissers mentions it in his video, on YT and company website. It will be an accessory apparently

[@sesshou2]

@@rvdt4ever Yes just checked it :)

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I could see that being a very popular mod!

[@Ma_Ba]

@@AlternativeBrewing I am curious about how much hand strength it requires to grip it, press it, control keeping it in position over dispensing glass or cup.

[@daphnebugeja]

Hey! Mine arrived yesterday and did some test however the coffee is coming out without cream - is the grind too fine ?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Without crema? Is the espresso start coming out at around the 10-12 pumps? - if not - than yes -you'd need to adjust your grind. If it is coming out around that number of pumps - and you're maintaining a steady pump cycle - then perhaps it may be the freshness of the coffee that you are using. The coffee, in order to produce quality crema under these conditions using the Picopresso - ideally is brewed within 14-20 days of being roasted.

[@daphnebugeja]

@@AlternativeBrewing yes-the coffee does come out after 10-12 pumps but colour stays dark and does not create a gradient that usually you get in a normal espresso shot with the cream on top. I think it has to do with the roasting of the beams as it is difficult to have freshly roasted beams locally. But I was grinding them as I opened the beams!

[@kleberrivera2697]

Hello friend, excuse me, if you use the Commander grinder, how many clicks should I use for the espresso grind? Thank you so much.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

hi there! I would use an Espresso setting of around 11 - 15 - that is what worked best with my coffee.

[@yigitkaanyapici4618]

Hello, I bought the picopresso model, but I cannot get the cream out of it. I use an urban tools coffee grinder. I tested with 3, 4, and 5, but I could not get the result I wanted with any calibration. A delicious coffee emerges. However, I cannot reach the cream that flows like a swan's neck, which is the inspiration behind the work... I would be very happy if you have any suggestions for me. Thank you from now.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Oh no! Ok it might be the coffee beans that you are using - you want to be specifically using beans that have been roasted fresh and then use them within 7 to 20 days. after this, a lot of stalling will have occurred , and the beans will no longer omit a lot of CO2 during the extraction, which is the catalyst for creating Crema 🫶

[@yigitkaanyapici4618]

@@AlternativeBrewing I ground it a little finer this morning. It was almost as good as Turkish coffee. but I finally made it. I gave him a wonderful cream, and when I pumped more frequently and in a controlled manner, I was able to achieve a really strong cream. thanks

[@AlternativeBrewing]

haha! Awesome 🫶 enjoy ! @@yigitkaanyapici4618

[@darylfortney8081]

Got my Picopress before a week long trip skiingand by the end of the trip it is now squirting pressurized coffee out from underneath the thin rubber lid seal. Apparently some internal pump seal failure? It happens no matter how tightly you screw the lid on and more espresso comes out the lid seal than the portafilter.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I'm so sorry! I haven't heard this happening to the Picopresso before! Wacaco are very good at helping in a situation like this though .. (past experiences with Nanopresso,) get in contact with your supplier and they can arrange a replacement asap

[@AlexSiu]

it looks like it brew better looking espresso compare to nanopresso. but the main selling point for me back in the days for me to purchase a nanopresso is i can use Nespresso compatible capsules, the convenience is the king, and nanopresso have a cup build-in as well

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Great point!

[@jierahmad5874]

Looks more compact but has significant improvement, especially on easy to clean, great

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Totally agree!

[@anteroceschin6649]

This looks great! I have one on order, I'd recon pre heating the screen & basket also would help.

[@illusioniser]

Many people have asked about the flair, but I want to know how it compares with the non pressurised joepresso. I'm assuming it's better, but is it an upgrade you suggest?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

They are all very close in retrospect of tasting the coffee. I would say the pressure from the Picopresso is far higher than what you can achieve using the Aeropress. But the workflow on the aeropress is easier and faster in general. And the Picopresso will essentially only do espresso - and does it very well... whilst the Aeropress has many ways you can brew with it..

[@erielserrano8985]

are you using a COmmandante C40 as a handgrinder? if you do at what click do you recommend the grind size?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I would use a setting of around 10-13 😀

[@erielserrano8985]

@@AlternativeBrewing thanks for answering! is the 10-13 standard clicks or the red clicks? :) what roast of beans do you recommend?

[@TC_Prof]

Winner Josh! Cant wait to get mine mate! 💪☕️👌🏻✌️

[@daniellonetree6131]

How does the brew compare to something like the flair and bellman? Can you do a vid on side-by-side comparison between them?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

On par with the Flair when you get all the parameters on points - this will include the steady consistent pressure. Flair have this advantage of the pressure gauge - and whilst the Picopresso is still a guess what pressure your brewing at - you get feedback in the pump and you can watch the flow of the espresso - Wacaco will bring out the Pressure gauge for the Picopresso in the next few months - and this will really heat up the competition between these two portable espresso maker ... although the Picopresso imho already wins on portability ... I think it can be slightly better with that pressure gauge

[@daniellonetree6131]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks for the answer. I had the nanopresso and the shot that i get isnt really espresso and i am looking for a replacement and the picopresso is on the top of the list as i am a huge fan of wacaco. In terms of pressure, can it reach similar levels as the flair? i.e. ~8 bar. You need a pressure gauge as it is guesswork.....

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Correct - It's guess work at the moment. And even with the Pressure Gauge - it'll take some practice to maintain a steady pressure - as with pumping, you do get pattern of build up and release of pressure - as opposed to the Flair where it's a constant pressure down from leaning on the lever... Whenever I've pumped too hard on the Picopresso, channelling and sprites occur from the bottom of the basket... and this is consistent with high pressure espresso brewing in the Flair and all espresso machines ... over 10 bars and it's very common.. so I try not to pump the picopresso until it gets too hard to pump - but keep it on that threshold of resistance but not hard to press... So in that way I guess it's feeling and reacting to the feedback that the Picopresso is providing... much like a lever machine ha! The espresso from the Picopresso eclipses that of the Nanopresso 👍

[@daniellonetree6131]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks Alternative brewing. I am going to pre-order it. Do you have a rough ETA as to when it will become available?

[@letsgoletsgoletsgoletsgoletsgo]

I heard they will be making a pressure gauge for the pico

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes they are - will be available in a few months 👌 Can't wait to see how this will increase consistency and quality of the shot - it's already surpassed our expectations

[@sesshou2]

How is the water distribution on the upper shower? on the wacaco site, there is a gif that makes me think that the water distribution won't be good as it will push the water from the midle. Have you checked the distribution of the water without the basket? maybe a second wid answering all the questions raised before me? :)

[@cedricgobber9727]

Hi György, we can’t see properly on the GIF from the Wacaco page but in fact there are no holes in the middle of the metallic part of the showerhead. This helps to have an evenly distributed water inside the basket.

[@sesshou2]

@@cedricgobber9727 as I can see on the pictures on the wacaco web page, there are holes. Where did you see the no hole setup

[@cedricgobber9727]

@@sesshou2 indeed on the Wacaco web page you can see holes in the middle of the showerhead but don’t pay too much attention to these pictures as they were made weeks ago and they needs to be updated. On the final version of the showerhead, there are no more holes in the center.

[@sesshou2]

@@cedricgobber9727 where did you see that?

[@cedricgobber9727]

@@sesshou2 I own a Picopresso ;)

[@biribiri9457]

Hi ! Would it be possible to thow in a single dose basket in this little machine ?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I would say so yes.. so long as it is 52mm and fits in the Picopresso well.. I don't see why not.

[@biribiri9457]

So maybe a 52mm singleshot filter made for the la pavoni europiccola lever machine could work then

[@EvilBambo0]

@@biribiri9457 la pavoni is 51mm so yea may work but likely to have a gap.

[@Knight_Wolf69]

I have a query regarding Picopresso and the grind size. Currently I'm using this Timemore Slim ( normal Slim not a Plus model ) and planning to purchase a Picopresso but my doubt is that this grinder ( slim ) can do fine enough grind size for Picopresso..? Can you please help me out. Thank you.. 🙏

[@AlternativeBrewing]

The timemore with the Metal burrs will be able to grind fine enough - but it will be difficult. If you're looking for a smoother easier routine to manually grinding for espresso - look for a grinder with 48mm burrs and is a little larger. 1Zpresso, Comandante, Kinu, Lido, Option-O, Flair Royal, Brewista X

[@Knight_Wolf69]

@@AlternativeBrewing Can you please suggest me which 1Zpresso model is capable of producing such grind. I mean seen lot of your videos and others and as of i understand the JX-pro and J-max are the best for Espresso grind. But J-Max grind size and particals are more finer right so I'm also using the other Brewers like Aeropress and V60, Our Traditional South Indian filter and now planning for Picopresso or maybe Flair classic or pro. So i need a all round / multi performance grinder. So please suggest me a good grinder can last longer and use for my preferences. I'm also looking for this Comandante C40 but seen your video and realised that it only gives a 22 micron adjustment while Jx-pro's something 13+ microns i think. So im totally in confusion which one should i pick. I also have a soft spot on K-Plus. So if you don't mind guide me with this. Thank you 🙏🙏☺️

[@AlternativeBrewing]

@@Knight_Wolf69 You really wouldn't be disappointed with any of the Grinders you;ve just mentioned. They'll all perform across all those methods - don't get too caught up with micon adjustments - having too many settings can be a downside to the JMAX. But if you're leaning towards the K-Plus, than that is the one you should get 😀

[@Knight_Wolf69]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thank a lot for the reply..🙏 so right now I'll go with a JX-Pro because in my place ( country ) there is no stock of any other 1Zpresso grinders like K or J series, the only availability s JX-Pro for the other models i need to wait like Q3 so I'll go with JX.😅😅 and i hope it'll gives me what I want like a good and nice espresso shot.😅. Once again thank you for clarifying my query 🙏🙏

[@Knight_Wolf69]

@@AlternativeBrewing hey hi so finally decided to go with Jx-Pro and ordered one.😅 By going with JX-pro I'm saving like 90$ so i can invest those money in to good Beans or drippers.😅. And thank you for the reply..🙏🙏😊

[@tolgaschweppes3313]

I can’t make any cream with my picopresso. I was thinking what is wrong with me? Coffee type ? Not high enough temperature ?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Coffee type, make it pretty fresh coffee - within 14 days after roast will help. Than grind fine enough so there's good pressure building-up.

[@robwhitmore3040]

I own the Minipresso and Nanopresso which I absolutely love using (though, I don't use the Minipresso much, now that I have the Nanopresso). And I have the Pipamoka which I just never got a good coffee out of. I'm waiting on my Picopresso now (ordered from AB) and I can't wait. I was getting pretty great coffee out of my Nanopresso already, so to take that to the next level should be awesome! Hopefully I can confirm that awesomeness in the next few days!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

thanks Ray, I think you'll love the Picopresso 😀

[@DH-lc4do]

how long do you have to pump it for 40g?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

That depends on how fast you're pumping - but with a pre-infusion ... it was anywhere between 60-90 seconds.

[@beanz2566]

Hi, I’m using the time more slim plus with e&b burrs, does anyone else have that set up and any tips, I’ve got the nanofoamer v2 aswell

[@natevirtual]

As much as I love this, Wacaco should sell a stand. I don't like aiming at the cup, as this could potentially create channeling. I might as well get a V60 stand and mod it somehow.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

100% I thought so too ... would benefit from that stability like the Leverpresso.

[@natevirtual]

@@AlternativeBrewing yeah, or maybe something like a tripod, like Portaspresso sells. OR BETTER YET, maybe Wacaco can come up with a glass mug with those bamboo insulated lids with an opening to place the Picopresso on top...

[@AlternativeBrewing]

@@natevirtual Nice 👌 Big fan of portapresso! I've owned a Roscoe Mini for 10yrs and still goes strong.

[@GrainHopper]

For travel, would you take a manual grinder (if so, which one) or would you take ground coffee?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

You could take both No worries. The longer the trip away the better the coffee will be if ground fresh. Steel Burr grinders are the way to go. Check out the Timemore Chestnut C2 for minimum requirements and you can go up from there 👍

[@joshhallnz]

@@AlternativeBrewing Would you say the Timemore Chestnut C2 is good enough to grind the beans fine enough for the Picopresso? I am looking to buy one and really don't want to spend any more than I have to, but also need it to do the job!

[@pimacanyon6208]

thank you. first I've heard of this device.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hope you like it!

[@brahamyoung1951]

It's 2 yr. old and fantastic.lost a seal when clean.and wac replaced within a few days for very little cost.& I live down under..

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Thanks for sharing

[@jnattress]

This video is of a new product. Likely you have the nanopresso that was released around when you said.

[@Jadamson321]

It's not 2 years old, it's not even officially released yet

[@kevinreyes6778]

this or the leverpresso?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

THIS 100%

[@kevinreyes6778]

@@AlternativeBrewing thank you very much

[@johnluk1481]

When do you add the sugar?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

inthe cup, get the espresso to pour over it 👌

[@Armin.T9]

How many clicks on Comandante? (normal one)

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Around the 10- 14 range

[@Armin.T9]

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks. Because finer grinds could break minipresso and nanopresso ... I believe this one is different.

[@Madillusionist]

Oh wow this looks legit. I've been using the Kompresso to make expresso-like coffee for my mornings. It's good enough but not cafe barista level. Tempted to get this now

[@AlternativeBrewing]

It's so good!

[@Madillusionist]

My Picopresso arrived last week and I've been trying to dial it in but my espresso comes out acidic. Not sure if it's due to the beans or something in my steps I'm not doing right.

[@slalomie]

@@Madillusionist What grinder are you using? META Coffee has a bunch of videos testing the Picopresso with hand grinders and found the 1zpresso JX Pro is the minimum you should have to be able to finely dial in the grind size.

[@EvilBambo0]

did my first unboxing and brew today, same grind setting as my picky La Pavoni lever machine but it had little crema. Definitely needed a finer grind setting and fresh dark beans. Negative is espresso came out a little cold to my liking even with 100deg hot water preheating. Pressure-wise it's pretty hard already, can imagine it being abit of a work out for ladies. My combo consists of 1zpresso JMax, Nanofoamer, Jetboil and Acaia Nano scale

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Good stuff! thanks for the feedback! I also found fresh beans was the trick to a great crema - and having the espresso cup hot too, helped keep temp high in the espresso

[@PalEllingsen]

I do two pre-heats while hand grinding my 18g (now that’s quite a workout for espresso grind). I pour the first rest of the pre heat into my cup so it gets warm too. Getting good results on this technique. It also have a presisere release valve back into the water chamber if you ever generate more than 12 bars of pressure. I ground too fine on my first couple of attempts and the valve was activated on pumps.

[@georgethomas3722]

Why my picopresso doesn’t create cream ?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

It'll be the grind or the beans you are using. Grind nice and fine - and be using beans that are no more than 14 days old from being roasted 😀

[@chadallen8490]

I always wait 10 seconds after the first 12 pumps

[@CptVein]

LOL

[@skasztan]

This really is a nice little press, but if I had to do it over again, I would have waited and ordered through Amazon in the event there are issues with a defective unit. You won't get a response from Wacaco if you go through their site and you're responsible for shipping and a host of unreasonable expectations that basically leave you wishing you had never opened the package. There is no US contact. Everything is out of Hong Kong. For me, lesson learned. . . an expensive one at that.

[@tokyomaj2]

Look great I going to try it soon👍

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Please do!

[@tokyomaj2]

@@AlternativeBrewing I just want to give you update I have Wacaco Picopresso it is really amazing this is first time making espresso 👍

[@rawanalmuraifea1511]

It is not giving me any Crema why?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Many reasons THB> Could be the beans, the grind, the water, the dose. Try grinding a little coarser at this stage and use boiling water 👌

[@RogerGravesInc]

Thanks for the review. On the Wacaco website it says it uses a 52mm portafilter basket. Does it look like a standard part which might be possible to pick up an extra one on Amazon, or does it look like its design is proprietary?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I would say a standard part

[@uldi1s]

I don't et it, what's wrong with the original Mocha style one? ;/ It's not as if this ne was standalone, it still needs a kettle..

[@dongjack4731]

In fact, I have used this machine and it is very difficult to operate. Not recommended for the normal consumer, unless you have a decent grinder you will be disappointed. If you can't control the thickness of the powder well, either you can't press it, or you can't form the pressure to extract the coffee crema.I don't deny that he can make good coffee, but the technical requirements for the operator are very high. Have time and patience at home to try

[@nordmende73]

Thank you!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

You're welcome!

[@djredhareaus38]

Put blend 45 in a jar and harden up

[@Qoow8e1deDgikQ9m3ZG]

I can see your coffee ground made lots of channeling ....

[@henrytran1711]

Nice video! Thanks for this video, picopresso is out of stock in my country :(

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Sorry to hear that! won't be long and they'll be back in stock for us!

[@mohammadmokhtari2717]

I can not get creamy coffee with picopresso.always same as brew coffee without cream

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I can suggest, Fine grind, steady pumps - using a coffee that is roasted fresh and ground right before you brew.

[@AluminiumPanda6]

espresso grind capable, naked portafiler, double shot.... I'm in...

[@TorstenEnders]

Just put mine on ebay, including extra IMS basket. Nice machine, but I will stay 2 my aeropress setup for camping.

[@cl2870]

Is it still on there?

[@TorstenEnders]

@@cl2870 nope. it's sold already.

[@takuan650]

Tried to pre order one. They don't accept A$. Told them to get lost!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

We'll have them at AB soon enough 👌

[@if8172]

every time he says wa kay koe i die inside a little bit

[@AlternativeBrewing]

😂

[@D0ubleSwipe]

I ordered one from you guys. I’m here in the USA 🇺🇸

[@harttakada5066]

Shower screen mods ?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

that would be good to see 👍

[@sesshou2]

What kind of mod?

[@harttakada5066]

@@sesshou2 just my guess. No idea too.

[@itsm3th3b33]

Infomercial

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Except we don't have a toll free 1800- number 😂 !

[@964964limkyung]

too much works for me ,,,although very interesting video

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Thanks !

[@Amiiiinnzzz]

Take.my.money.

[@Couffee]

This is loved by our great leaders Joe Biden, Justin Trudeau and Kim Jong Un!!!! LOVELY

[@AlternativeBrewing]

🤨

[@ijuvatar]

i really dont get the 4th wave coffe meme

[@michaelorr168]

Is this a paid review?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

no it is not - we don't get requested to do reviews for any brand.

[@chefabroad]

I've tried your step by step method, and It didn't work, you forgot to mention that your supposed to take out the "wacaco "metal ring before attaching it to the espresso maker in minute 5:03 seconds, " This type of thing confuses the viewer who's making this for the first time, thinking that its supposed to be attached along with the pump, after watching the official KZbin video of the Picopresso's method, that's when I really found out the true correct method.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Great tip!

[@MrWeiro]

Nanopresso

[@f87115]

Would be in shambles if u dropped it down a mtn

[@AlternativeBrewing]

i don't reckon at all - not if it were in the case. That all depends on the elevation and sheer drop you're talking about though 😂

[@f87115]

@@AlternativeBrewing ummm yeah that is always a factor ,,, so yes I concur

[@brovchenkoalex8659]

👌👍👍👍👌

[@Christoph1888]

$200?!

[@viviennelam8628]

probably costs $5 each to produce, made in china

[@Photostoryhr]

I do not see a portability using Picopresso. First you need a boiling water, it does not have to be a tea kettle but you need some kind of pot. Then you need a grinder to grind the coffee at the correct grind, I guess you need electricity for the grinder. An option would be to grind the coffee at home and keep it in rubber sealed jar. To get the best result it will be necessary to have a scale to measure exact amount of coffee. Where is the portability? This (and similar products) is a gadget, a toy.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I understand your skepticism about the portability of brewing with it.. I believe if someone were to really want to travel and pack light than instant coffee would probably be the best option - that's always going to be the best option.. but what the next best option? And in particular, the best option for brewing a truly delicious espresso whilst outdoors or travelling away from home - with the factors of brewing your own coffee over visiting a cafe, and unable to take a POD or Espresso Machine with you? Heating water up is quite easy over a fire when camping ... and in most hotels there's a Kettle for boiling water.. Hand Grinders are becoming more and more espresso grind capable, but a bag of ground coffee for two or three days away isn't sacrilege. Scales ... no you don't need scales.. fill the basket up with coffee, fill the water up to the top and brew.. you can brew it to an exact recipe or just cowboy it and the results will still be decent espresso from something that fits in the palm of your hand and weight 350g.

[@samperras]

Great product $$$ is a little excessive

[@robertmarks2379]

Another coffeejack lol if I need to bring a kettle or hot water it's not portable and if I'm using a kettle I'd rather just use my espresso machine in the kitchen

[@YeahThatGuy619]

I agree, however, with my Nanopresso, I'd take it to work where I'd already have coffee at my desk and I'd use the hot water from someone else's Keurig machine. It's just preference and convenience I guess.

[@robertmarks2379]

@@YeahThatGuy619 this looks like my nanopresso just without the end cups lol

[@urouroniwa]

I think my problem with this review is that I would have liked to hear about the downside before the massive praise: No way to determine brew temperature. No way to determine pressure. Clearly, when you are pumping the pressure is not even -- it cycles as you press and release the button. The comment: "It's good! Like, 'espresso' good", is really not a helpful description. You mention that it's "good for what it is", but don't really go into details about what it is. All in all, this sounds like a promotion rather than a review. I've just come to this channel and haven't seen any of the other content, but this review turns me off from thinking about exploring your other content. That may be a premature decision, but I just thought I'd give you that feedback in case it is something you might want to consider in the future.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

We appreciate the feedback. It is a promotion, as much as it is an overview, not a review. I hope you learnt about the product and also took the blatant promotion of the product with a grain of salt if that's not what your into. there's lots of content out there - some like ours, some focussing more on callings out all the negatives of products .. I agree with your sentiments of the Picopresso missing elements of brewing control, but that's every brewer if you look at it through that sort of lens. We highlight what we like about a product, how it works or brews, what it is and is meant to do and occasionally add what we wish it had that it doesn't. I'm not sure I understand the question of helpful descriptions for the espresso brewed. I did briefly mention what it had in terms of cup quality for basic espresso to be espresso.. but we're not a coffee tasting channel so the beans we use, the 'tasting notes' of the brewed coffee and whether they reflect expectations from the beans are not focussed on much at all. Not "good for what it is", but don't really go into details about what it is. >> I feel like we covered enough of what the Picopresso is and is capable of.. The pumping pressure on the Picopresso, believe it or not, does have some feedback in it, much like if you were using a Flair Classic, without the pressure gauge, you can feel the pressure loosen and the flow speed up or vice versa when pumping so this, as mentioned in the video is where you get the best results from, if you just maintain a steady pumping, you'll feel the exact moment where it is through using it. The temperature aspect is a good one to mention. Although, consider any manual espresso brewer and none of them have a temperature gauge.. and if you further consider this is a travel brewer, perhaps a hotel brewer, or even better, a hiking camping brewer.. than the temperature of water becomes less of a priority, (and the fact of controlling brew water becomes less possible) over decent coffee brewed .. The Picopresso brews decent coffee.

[@vincesnetterton5868]

not very portable if you need a kettle. useless

[@gndrew]

yes, because i never boil water when camping.

[@omnithrope]

@Anthony it's obvious you've never been camping.

[@charmingorion0778]

Too much work!! Not to mention, One still needs to clean the device! NAh, I rather spend $5 for a cup of coffee at my local cafe.

[@viragaustin]

Yes but it’s mostly made for outdoor enthusiasts who would want their fix of espresso on top of a mountain or something or while camping. Hope you got the point.