Everything a barista should know about Espresso

[@donaldstjean8254]

This makes the most sense of all the videos that I’ve watched on how to extract (and sip) espresso. I used to stir but have switched over to going on the “journey” through the various flavors in the cup. Many thanks!

[@herbbradley8958]

This is the easiest explanation I've heard so far as to how to pull a perfect shot of espresso.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Great. Thanks

[@VasilyGurin]

For a while I have been noticing the taste difference between first, second and third sip. Thought that was simply due to espresso cooling down, but the extraction theory makes a lot of sense now. Thanks for a great video!

[@billweegink27]

I've watched probably a 100 espresso videos in the last few days. This was very helpful and simple thanks bud 👍😉

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Great to hear!

[@Speedster2707]

Really enjoyed this. Been a home barista for about 20 years. Seen at least a hundred videos on KZbin regarding everything espresso. This was new and interesting. You're basically describing the "salami shot" but in a much better and more visual way. I've always been a stirrer, but your method makes sense. I'm going to try tasting the 3 different parts of the shot.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you. I’d love to here what you think. 👍🏻

[@Speedster2707]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters Just tried it about an hour ago. Just as you described, only the last part was not overly bitter. It was smooth but watery and lacked any real flavor. The second shot (after the first few drops) seemed bitter, but I'm guessing that I mistook that for sour because it was early on in the shot.

[@kg-Whatthehelliseventhat]

​@@ArtistiCoffeeRoastershello, What do you think of the Jleverespresso Lever machine? Would you consider featuring it on a video? It seems amazing!

[@migitinstruments]

Everytime I watch an Espresso related video, I feel how much still I need to learn..... This is an universe in itself.... Nice video and thanks for explaining it so beautifully.

[@alansaxon]

I knew about the stages of extraction but never thought to drink separately in the same cup! I’ll definitely give it a go!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Let us know what you think 🤙🏻

[@Doobency]

Just got my first job as a barista. I'm loving it so far!

[@ThePoorStudent]

The splitting of the shot into 3-4 parts makes more sense than the "salami shots" that I've seen in other videos.

[@elyselapalme7040]

I don't get it, me its definitely not sweetness that comes out first but more like battery acid haha

[@DDSRdds]

Nice video mate👍

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@fattoamanowoodwork3638]

This is so practical and pragmatic, very informative. Thanks good man

[@Alex-yt3yi]

I'm not sure I understand how the first drops of espresso are sweet? I was told that as the shot progresses, the order was: salts, acids, sweetness, bitterness. That would mean the first drops should be salty/acidic, while brewing longer would bring out the harder-to-dissolve sugars?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

yes, just trying to break it into the 3 visual stages for easy refence.

[@sean6023]

I was expecting the first drip of extracted espresso has alot of sourness?

[@dmarkovina]

Absolutely amazing insight into what espresso should be about. Thank you!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Our Pleasure.

[@Daniel_Loveland]

Great video but the subtitles are distracting

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks, yes it’s needed for our bigger reach across all people.

[@bsodmike]

I got my GS3MP in October last year and since then I've mainly depended on using a acia scale and always time for 25s for a 2:1 ratio, or sometimes let it run to 30, 35s as long as I maintain that 2:1 ratio. However, I've found over all, that the ratio is less important that, of course, correct extraction. And 25-30s seems to be the best overall. BUT watching your video and I tried your approach and wow. It's really easy to look for the blonding point, the wobbling is also a nice indicator and now, I actually prefer to use that rather than caring too much about the final ratio. In a long time, I split and excellent shot. Oddly enough, I've been, unconsciously been enjoying espresso as you do. No stirring, just a couple draws in to get the various flavours through. Thanks for this great video; I honestly think everyone should see this when they are starting out.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks mike, glad it helped you. 👍🏻 happy brewing. Cheers luke

[@BrianBadondeBo]

It blows my mind the mellow part of the shot is where the caffeine is most concentrated

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

It’s not scientific, but what we call it . 👍🏻

[@ksalanpang]

never thought of it this way to not stir the espresso just because everyone knows coffee does stir. Good video to explain different parts of espresso.

[@mortenpietsch3313]

finally a new input. The videos of the other people feel like everybody is reading from each others script

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Glad to hear you enjoyed my take on it :)

[@dacas2628]

Why my espresso taking 45 seconds (too much, counting preinfusion time) 18 grams in, 36 ou it always look dark during extraction?

[@Bruce_Lee]

Wow awesome presentation! I have one questions.. my dose od double basket is aprox 18g of coffee, but i feel it, is too much of coffein, so shorter extraction will solve this? Is not so important od how much grams of coffee is in portafilter? Newbie here

[@harpercharlie]

This is a good video. Really helpful since I weigh my dosage going in, but can't fit my scale under my machine to weigh the output!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

True, did not think it would help that way. Cheers luke

[@saeedahmed1261]

I have Gaggia style,a basic version for espresso.it is 15 bar.help needed,I would love to see espresso getting into cup slowly,as you have demonstrated but it seems to me that this one doesn't give concentrated or dense espresso.i have tried different brands.is there any trick?

[@JoeySchaefer64]

I use the sip in parts method as a shortcut version of the salami shot to understand my extraction, but I prefer to stir my shots to try to understand them as a whole. I think both drinking methods are valid.

[@kimbridge5592]

great video thank you. i have to say after watching this i am going to try it without stirring. i am like you love the differnt flavours. i have only just started tryin espresso as i drink latte. wil never stop drinking latte i think. but i am trying to taste theese flavours everyone is talking about. and i do like the taste of the crema. so will try the non stir option sounds yummy.

[@taroman7100]

Thank you. This is crucial as well.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

You're welcome! Glad you liked it :)

[@Deerector]

Why is it refeered to as 2:1 when it’s really 1:2

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Two parts water to one coffee, or one part coffee to two parts water. 😂 tomato - tomarto 😂

[@robertnunezgalamgam508]

Im puzzeled im a coffe lover how come you say its sweetnes if its flat block im a big fun just asking ???

[@shinyrubber]

As a new coffee lover, ive got into this deep Rabbithole of "know how to". I have litteraly watched 100´s of videos. Ant then i got to this one. As i now can say, the one to rule em all. This Vid made EVERYTHING understandable. It all now come to sense. THANK YOU. U litteraly made my espressolife complete

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

So glad it has helped you. Cheers luke

[@madhawimohammed2494]

Could you please show how to make a weak coffee.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Yes, ristretto video to come soon

[@jn8819]

Brilliant video, super helpful. I’ve been searching for something like this for a little while! Watching your shots, I can see that I still have an issue with channelling as my shots tend to speed up during the 2nd half of the shot.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

They will naturally speed up if you don’t have enough dose and or channeling, spend a bit more time in the distribution of your grinds before you tamp

[@eddiesrocketlife]

Thank you for sharing this awesome video mate, just wondering any recommendation for the pre-brewing setting for the IOT mini?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks, I have to check what it is standard, we like 2 on 2 off as good place to start. Then the next change would be 2 on 1 off. 👍🏻

[@eddiesrocketlife]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters Thanks mate for the tips.

[@SebCoffeeFitness]

i feel like wehn you are saying over extracting sometimes you mean underextractiing that cofee tho,

[@Screwdriver1234]

Double ristretto? Just call it an espresso please. Or do you also refer to a lungo as a triple ristretto? Stop violating italian food culture!

[@loriosterweil982]

That’s exactly the way I usually drink my espresso.

[@Okles15]

I have been stirring until now as per James Hoffman's advise but your point definitely makes sense, will give that a try! I've just realized that I love my espressos but they lack this lasting mouthfeel that I get at most of the cafes (where I am not offered a spoon to stir, apparently :D). Thanks a lot, great video!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks for the feedback back, so interesting that you can have a whole different experience with the same coffee, to stir or not to stir?? 😂

[@jamel4552]

Is it common practice for coffee shops to use high doses with finer grinds and shorter yields? Most literature and education you read says 18-20 and Italian blends even lower. I assume this is because most customers order milk based drinks and not espresso?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Yes, and check the dates of this literature, if it’s more than 10 years old then the times have changed

[@Dani-hh3qd]

Thank you so much for this video. I just started making espresso at home with a Bugatti Diva. I'm really struggling as I get really short extractions and not really thick nor do I get a nice layer of crema. I get fresh coffee and it's ground for me at the shop I buy it because I don't have a grinder yet. Even when I got it ground finer today I still get dissapointing extractions. What can I do to improve?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Buy a grinder and grind fresh, unfortunately pre grinding beans will not let you get it correct for your machine

[@EdGodoyPlana]

I always stir my espresso. However, I will try it your way to see how is it! Interesting KZbin video! Greetings from the other side of the world, Miami, Florida, USA!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Cheers thanks, love to hear what you think

[@penultimatename6677]

I usually stir. I have the James Hoffmann small spoons. In contradiction I don't stir when making a cappuccino. You offered a way to time a shot without a scale or timer. The part that spins my head around. You want the general rule of 27 to 30 seconds out no matter if it is ristretto, normal or lungo. Am I correct? Which means the grinder needs to be adjusted. I have a decent understanding about where to set the grinder for a normal. Of course I am timing and weighing the output. If you do not originally figure this out. Then it could take a dozen shots to get to the four color stages. Or am I over complicating it?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

We are offering a way to know when you have a full extraction for Esprssso no matter the Grind amount, and not having a scale or timer, if you have these you can refine this process.

[@davidgoodman5277]

Hello. I've certainly been one to stir and enjoy. I'm looking forward to my next cuppa to explore your 3 sip approach. Thank you. DG

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks, love to hear your thoughts. 🙏🏻

[@ChrisH133878]

Thanks very much. I use 18g of coffee to a final espresso weight of 40g. I never stir.Then I add a whole milk micro foam to make a macchiato.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Nice. A good foam cam really add to a nice espresso

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

I stir Jack. You leave that espresso alone. Froth or no froth and go. That’s what I like. Ok ok ok ok , had a lot of shots ok ok ok

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Buzz buzz. 🤜🏻

[@mauroaramburu]

now I want to make espresso with crows singing in the background!

[@JimboJones99]

How do you sleep at night with drinking so much caffeine during the day ...

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

😂 you get used to it, we seem to have a higher tolerance to caffeine than others. I can have one and go straight to sleep 😴 cheers luke

[@JZ_42]

Thanks for the vid I'll give that three sips technique a go. I'm getting my Linea Mini very soon and was just wondering would you advise taking off that yellow sticker on the grouphead? Some people say you should take it off ASAP to avoid having a mess down the road yet some others say it's fine to leave it there. What's your opinion on this? Thanks a lot.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

So great your getting the mini. It’s awesome! Congratulations. Its a personal choice, take it off to look nice, if that’s what you are after

[@josh3212b]

Super helpful! Really trying to learn this hobby and it's proving quite difficult to get from the just on stage to the grest stage. I appreciate the help!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaelyip324]

What is an "OCD"? Sorry I'm a beginner

[@aussiehomecafeandcoffeeroa4475]

I usually swirl my espresso

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

👍🏻

[@rossyhead69]

These videos are great! Have watched a LOT recently and yours are really decent thanks

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks for watching, our pleasure. Cheers luke

[@keatonf3]

I always thought there was more caffeine from the earlier rather than the latter stages of the shot?

[@sumit5439]

Great in-depth video thanks for sharing “never stir rather take it up straight” is a great old school way only thing if you can do the same thing in a clear espresso tumbler or Cortado glassware, it would be more appealing & visually pleasing zzz ☕️🤗🙌👍🏻

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Esprssso = ceramic, we have to keep some traditions. 👍🏻

[@HSO-ee3tp]

bullshit.what kind of coffee? the essence.

[@krissk77]

A good hobby.... just starting. Thanks... ❤ learning

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

It's certainly a great hobby to have! Thanks for watching the video and enjoy your coffee adventure :)

[@ericbaluya361]

love the contents you are providing. It is quick and easy to understand. One of my go to channel for anything coffee.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

thanks for the support

[@antb5494]

Long time swirler here

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Nice!

[@Pembalap]

Thanks so much Luke for the explanation, definitely will try it soon

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

My pleasure. 🤙🏻 cheers luke

[@atticustay1]

22 and a half grams? Wow. We use around 17.5 in the cafe I work at

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Sure, if you have and 18g basket that’s the amount we would put in. 👍🏻

[@perplexer731]

I've seen hundreds of videos about espresso. But your video really shows the true story of what an espresso should be. I'm going to try both versions very carefully with my Slayer.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you. The slayer will allow you to play with pressure on the Esprssso, should be great to hear how you go

[@damianhbk1]

Thank you for that tip! I'm typically an Americano drinker but I may just have to try that 3 sip technique and really taste my shots! Great video! Cheers!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you.

[@ticks2012]

thanks for this video! really helped put into perspective what should be expected from an espresso instead of just timing for 2:1 within 30 secs.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you, we have used this for many years it allows barista La who don’t drink coffee to have a visual point to reference

[@Getwisdomapplicationknowledge]

Great video you just made boss Keep them videos coming.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

More to come! For sure

[@muhammadfirmansjah4606]

For me....no stir and 3 sips is the best way to enjoy a good espresso. Very good video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you, good to hear there are more 3 sippers out there! Cheers luke

[@Roodsteam]

Would be interesting to weigh that shot

[@soto.a]

Thanks for sharing your tips with us. I usually make cappuccino and if I happen to enjoy an espresso I do steer it. But I will definitely give this a try. May you share the extraction time you use for the 1:2 ratio? Cheers

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks it’s 30-32 seconds

[@riffmeisterkl]

Someone told me that domestic E61 machines don’t extract doses greater than 19g well. He said under extraction tends to happen if dosing 21g. Is this true?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Not true, the e61 is the standard of excellence for Esprssso across so many brands.

[@riffmeisterkl]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters so if we are dosing 19g, I can still stop the extraction just as it starts to blonde - and Ideally end up with 38g if 1:2 ratio. What would be the main reason for going 22.5? Just more espresso? Or is the 45g output work better with the milk volume for a latte/flat white?

[@asselinpower]

Very well explained as usual ! I personally like 20gr in 30 out , it s a good in between .and I never stir either .

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks, that’s a good ratio! 🤜🏻 on the no stir sir!

[@kevingranger]

Great video, I normally stir but will try the three sip method in the morning.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Let us know what you think. 👍🏻

[@lucashipkins]

Thanks! Now I'm off to pull a ristretto, at 6pm.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Sweet dreams! When you get to sleep at 6am 😂

[@Lucio88K89]

Great information, tried process and definitely a better experience! Thanks

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Great. Thanks for the feedback!

[@lucdelhaize4029]

That was a very insightful video which has allowed me to understand what I instinctively discovered myself and thought it was just my quirkiness in doing things with my manual espresso machine. Both the cutoff point and non stirring had become my habit but now I know the reason. I also love the crow’s vocals, sounds so comforting just like home.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Glad it helps you. Yes the Birds are everywhere here, very hard to cut them out of the Audio.

[@firenzeong317]

Do you stir the espresso with sugar before pouring milk or just swirl the cup or pour some milk and stir then finish the rest? Some says stirring the sugar with espresso will break the crème of the espresso. Is that true?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Yes it will break the creama a little, however if your adding sugar it’s best the melt it in the Esprssso so that all the sweetness is thru the hole cup, not sitting on the bottom of the cup

[@firenzeong317]

I normally do exactly what you suggested here because I noticed the sugar is melted in the espresso while streaming the milk. I just swirl the cup,a little before pouring the milk. Than you for your valuable advice. 🙏👍✔️

[@AndreaMartini83]

Most interesting, complete and smart espresso tasting video that I saw so far. Great job! 👏🏻

[@hassannasir90]

Great video. Please guide on how to activate Pre-Infusion in Linea Mini. Thank you in advance.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

If you have the new IOT model you can change this thru the app. If not, it’s will be set for a very limited time, if it was the 1st few runs when it came out I don’t think pre infusion was activated. It’s a bit of a line pressure with a delay for the pump to kick in.

[@hassannasir90]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters I bought in the Q1’21 and it doesn’t have the app system built in. The already is I think 2-3 seconds only. So the only solution is get the system then. Right?

[@dylanpetit]

Thank you once again for this video. I’ve buy few days ago a Linea Mini and would love to know what pre-brewing settings you used and how it change the extraction please? Thanks from France!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

2 on 2 off, then taste. Then try 2 on 1 off or 1 and 1. Congratulations on the mini, great choice

[@dylanpetit]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters Thank u so much guys!

[@kylechester6995]

Hey! Have you turned subtitles on permanently?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

We will check for you

[@bacca71]

Delightful video! Very clear explanation. I'm an Avowed Stirrer; I liked the mixed result for a uniform drink from the top to the bottom of the drink as I'm usually in the process of doing something else as I'm drinking it. VERY occasionally I go the route you prefer in just taking the pour and sipping the layers (approximately). That's interesting too, with the added benefit of coating your mouth with a taste that sticks for awhile (imo the big reason for the layered drink). You might do some sort of addendum of this video to explain how you derive a shot-process for your AV machines in your shop (I use a GS3-AV myself, so similar). Basically my setup (grind, dose, pour) is set to produce a pour that stops at the blonding point with my desired extraction ratio (I like mine at about 2.5:1). I find the AV (which outputs a fixed volume of water onto the top of the puck) does a great job at consistent 'Swiss watch' pours, which is what you aim for in a coffee-shop. Cheers, and congratulations on your 50K mark! You guys are great!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you. The AV is something we will go into, the set amount of water is great if you use the same beans and also buy it in a constant timeframe. If you mix your beans you have to always adjust the AV volume as the beans will hold more or less water based on the age of the beans

[@bacca71]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters Look forward to the details in your use of AV. Should be interesting for some of us. Thanks for the reply.

[@muhammadafiqabd.rahman574]

Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

[@Me3rkPL]

Hello Luke, I was wondering if you have any tips on extracting darker roasts. In my case the recipe is: 22,5 grams in 40 grams out in around 35 seconds with a 12 second pre-infusion. The coffee feels a bit overwhelming and bitter. Do you know what changes should i make to make the coffee sweeter and more balanced? Cheers

[@lauracoccia8623]

Pretty neat explaining the different roast of the bean. Thanks for the basic information. Yum!

[@dynamitedmoney]

Absolutely brilliant video thank you!

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you

[@Youtubefana]

Please advise which coffee grinder to use with Linea Mini. Is X54 good or should we prefer something else ?

[@Bo-uz9xy]

Great video. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you

[@h0ssman1]

Thanks this was a great video, I don’t stir my coffee. My challenge is always I’m limited by my knowledge. I might taste my coffee and think that it’s good but it could be better. Also a bit off topic but for recipe I know you use 22.5g in a 22g basket, I have a Breville Dual Boiler which I believe has an 18g basket and I use 18g for a 1:2 extraction to get 40g in 28sec. Would love to hear your thoughts on this. BTW been hooked on your vids since discovering this channel just recently 👍

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thanks for the message. Glad you love the content. The breville will do a good coffee, 1:2 needs to the 18g in, 36 seconds out. The 28 seconds will be fine, but look at the pale, and stop when you see this. Then measure the weight and see if it’s the 36g

[@h0ssman1]

@@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters thanks for the quick response will give it a go 👌

[@coleenstewart6522]

So, does the time of extraction start when the pre-infusion starts or when it starts coming into the cup. I have a sage duo temp but I can't get the timing right, too fast extraction. Love your videos by the way. Coleen

[@WeekendMuse]

Very helpful video. I like the journey approach and will give it a few tries. Well done.

[@nakalyangosumayiah1814]

I really appreciate the knowledge u provide

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you. We appreciate the support and feedback 👍🏻

[@sandrakaden-brunne342]

Thanks for that, I now understand why customers prefer ristretto.

[@tirta.yansen]

Beautiful content. Thanks

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Cheers 👊🏻

[@ekox6989]

very educated sir..thanks

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

👍🏻

[@andrewfreeman-u1q]

superb informative videos, do seem to be the best and clearest i have seen ,,,, many thanks

[@Ghanshyam00000]

Great video

[@CoffeeXmusic]

Thanks so much for this video. I have been trying to pull a proper shot with my flair pro 2 for the past few days.

[@sharkremus]

great content. is it only me who noticed that tamping spin at the end could cause channeling?

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Unlikely to cause channeling. It helps to ensure any fines are added to the puck so they don’t float.

[@TC_Prof]

Great info and video legend

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Cheers thank you

[@AjayKumar-jz1ip]

Superb, interesting, educational video

[@ghislaincarrier]

Thanks for this video. All the Artisti videos are very informative. I tried in the past to switch cup every 5 seconds during the extraction to taste different stages. The first 5 seconds was horrible to taste. I will try again but at change of color like you suggest. I like the "if you cut here you get a ristretto, and here a normale" I'm wondering, if you mix all 4 parts, do you get a lungo?

[@elenololo8857]

Cool!

[@Platanopowe]

eres un duro man!! gracias

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@mikedavis6033]

Hi, enjoy your tips. 2 questions, I use my leveler as a tamper at 35lbs with a triple basket at 22.5 grams and 45 grams of liquid.. Works well, any comment? I use a battery frother to foam hot whole milk. That seems good, but wonder if there's an advantage in steaming? Using a fairly new Gaggia Classic Pro.

[@ArtistiCoffeeRoasters]

Cool.’if you use the steamer the milk will be a bit sweeter as this process is adding more moisture, your process is a bit more marshmallow taste.