How to Dial In Breville Barista Pro

[@LifestyleLab_]

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[@eddylim14]

Possible to get naked portafilter for this machine?

[@LifestyleLab_]

Absolutely! kzbin.info/www/bejne/goqXc4eHhbN5jdE

[@olegchetvertnoy4801]

BORK C 806 better

[@iggymasu]

@DikoManI think that isbecuse the machines are different. This is for the Pro, the other is for the Express. The grind settings are also different between these machines.

[@Berean490]

This is... by far... the single best... coffee "dialing in" video I have ever seen. I have watched close to 150 videos and save them under a "Coffee" playlist. This is the absolute best and that chart you displayed is pure gold. I am an engineer thus I research accordingly. Point being: this is no light compliment. Major kudos Lifestyle Lab!

[@LifestyleLab_]

I think us engineers are good at explaining to fellow engineers ;) Appreciate the kudos!

[@danghita4386]

Dude, chilax .. it's still MUCH room for improvement, like how you program preinfusion?

[@LifestyleLab_]

Pre-infusion can't be programmed on this machine.

[@Berean490]

@@danghita4386 Dude, chillax? You either do not have this machine or you do not know your machine as this is not even an available function. Therefore, AS MY PREVIOUS COMMENT STATED, this is the best review. Try and dial this machine in per the available functionality. You will see I was right. Good day.

[@danghita4386]

@@LifestyleLab_ yes it can, I just did.. the answer is actually in the manual!! So when turn on the program mode pres the button (1 or 2 cups) AND KEEP IT PRESSED for as many seconds as you want the preinfusion. I tried few variants and 8-9 seconds works best for me. When releasing the button the brewing starts. You will press the button when you want the yield to stop, for me around 38-40g of coffee in a total of 30sec from when preinfusion started. Again, it’s similar with Manual mode, just that it gets memorized. Cheers

[@rokutime2627]

This is the perfect video for the coffe beginner. No jargon and clearly explained. Thanks!

[@brianp7717]

I was about to throw my machine out because my shots always came out sour. This video solved everything. It should be required viewing for everyone who buys one of these machines. Bravo and thank you for taking the time to make these instructional videos

[@chiaraippoliti]

Reading the manual that comes with the machine helps too. 😉

[@valar12]

Can you tell me what solved your sour shot? I can’t seem to get mine anything other than sour even after the manual or this video.

[@brianp7717]

@@chiaraippoliti The problem with the manual is it said to time the shots at around 25 seconds which is way too short.

[@brianp7717]

@@valar12 The sourness is a sign of under-extraction. The times given in the manual are way too short. Adjust the grind size, dose amount, and tamp pressure to increase the time of extraction. Use the manual function so you can let the extraction go as long as you want. What works for me is to measure an 18 gram dose (use a scale) for a double shot and to stop the extraction 20 - 30 seconds AFTER you see the first drip fall into the cup. I usually go for the higher end, towards the 30 second mark. Be careful, though, if you go too long, the shot will be bitter. It will really depend on your coffee. I get my beans from a local roaster and what I do seems to work fine for what I buy. I would advise against buying your beans from your local grocery store as they won’t be fresh. Try to find a local coffee shop that roasts their own beans and try different sources and roasts. Also look for one of those WDT things. They really help to break up the clumps in the grind, prevents channeling, and help to give you a more even extraction.

[@adamyourke]

So there’s hope? I was beginning to feel like I would never anything more than a little skim of cream on my either bitter or sour shot. I will keep at it! Thanks for the encouragement.

[@garbhanmyles]

That really is rhetorical gold standard for what a tutorial should be. 🙏

[@jayingale]

Just got a new breville barista pro! So I bought some beans from a local cafe chain and they let me try a shot of it, tasted too sour so I was kinda disappointed. I followed this guide for dialing in my machine and the espresso shot came out way better than at the cafe!! Thank you so much for making a very easy to follow guide! Subbed!

[@nomadsolos]

I love your methodology and workflow. I know this video was about dialing in, but I would love to see complete walk thru on this machine with making drinks.

[@alexanderrigda7002]

Thank you. There hasn’t been a single video that’s been as helpful since I purchased mine last spring. Very happy I found this! Thanks again

[@saraz5099]

Agree. Hands down the best video I have ever watched. Simple and easy to replay as needed. I purchased so many different coffee beans to try to find my perfect latte and this is the only video that explains how to dial in properly for dark/ medium/light beans. Brilliant video. I’m still dialing in my machine now but at least I know what I am doing and getting closer to my perfect shot.

[@open2viewmernda]

Excellent explanation and easy-to-follow instructions. I've spent two days trying to dial in my new Barista Pro, and now I have it pretty close. Thank you.

[@Nemesis-pe7mw]

I bought a Sage Barrista Pro today and have been working on getting a good shot. This is my first "real" espresso machine. Previously we had a phillips saeco automatic machine. So I am an absolute novice! I've been at it for 4 hours and went through about 300 grams of coffee. Which was expected of course. The Coffee I'm using is: - A freshly opend bag of L'OR ONYX - Intensity 12 (Intense & Powerfull) - I think it's to dark and oily for this machine The tools I'm using aren't ok I think: - Kitchen scale which measures to the gram (will need to buy a different one) - The standard Sage Tamper and my finger (I'll buy a palm equalizer and tamper) - The standard Sage Portafilter with the single wall dual shot filter (I'm considering buying a open bottom portafilter so i can see if there is channeling) I eventually got a fairly good shot out of it. The taste is awesome, the crema is ok! However the settings I'm using concern me a bit. - The main bur is set to 1 (which is the finest it can be as far as I know) - The grind coarseness of the grinder is set to 1 (which is the finest it can be as far as I know) - Weight: --> I started with 18 gram weighed per shot then grind --> I went down to 16 gram weighed per shot then grind --> I then configured the grinder time to 15.5 seconds which results in 16/17 grams of coffee grounds --> While grinding I wiggle the portafilter around to make the grounds fill evenly and make sure no coffee spills - I measured my presure with the Tamper on a people and I'm between 15 and 20 kg --> The pressure is exerted as evenly as possible --> Before tempering I move the coffee around so it's even, then I move the coffee that is over the edge to the middle from four sides with my finger, then tap the portafilter on a rubberpad on the counter --> The result consistently presses the Tamper into the filter, using my fingers around the Tamper brim, my fingers are on the fiter filter side when done with the Tamper. The Tamper is at a height where the champfer of the thickest part starts, as seen from the side of the filter. - For the shot: --> I set the heat 1 setting higher --> I preheat the porta filter --> I do a shot without the portafilter to make sure it's clean --> I set the portafilter and turn it in, in the beginning needing quite a bit of force. Afterwards noticing that keeping the handle on the portafilter in a different way makes it easier. --> On the machines timer the coffee starts to come out after 8 seconds and runs for 18 to 20 seconds. The resulting espresso has a full taste and is neither sour nor bitter! The crema is probably a bit thing though. My concerns: - The grind settings: --> I'm at the absolute thinest grind the machine can do, this concerns me. --> I will be getting lighter blends, which will probably need a coarser grind, but am a bit concerned about reaching the limit on the first day/calibration - The storage basket for the filters. This gets wet! Is that ok, or will that damage the other filters? - From the videos I saw this machine should run 18 to 25 seconds. Which I'm just barely getting. Is this ok am doing something wrong? Any advise/help/considerations would be greatly appreciated! I can make a video of my process and make it available to you if that helps.

[@noidle22]

The thermojet heaters are quite unstable and there is no thermal mass to the group head. No matter how well you prep, the output will always suffer due to this. The Barista Touch has the same problems. To help, always run water through the group immediately prior to pulling a shot so the system has refilled with water. Otherwise, stick with the tried and true Barista Express and you'll have a much better time. Also, you don't need to put it in programming mode so it doesn't stop the shot, just run it manually. Pressing and holding the one or two cup buttons will run the machine in preinfusion mode. Once you release the button, the machine goes to full pressure and will run until you press the button to stop it.

[@falala168]

I’m so glad I found your channel. Struggling with my espresso shots and looking forward to dialing it in with your tips.

[@tamershahin6296]

this video should be attached to the front of the barista pro.. it's perfect to learn all you need! thanks

[@Houndzee]

Quick tip, when adjusting the grind from the finest settings (below 5) and back up to more course settings, it is a good idea to rotate the knob max to min and back to the middle before making any more adjustments. The grinder isn’t very good IMO.

[@NBoosten]

Watched 10 times and still learning . Thanks!

[@amiraloves04]

Finally a good video on this!!! Absolutely perfect explanation, thank you!

[@RyanBuchmann]

This procedure worked a TREAT! I got my Barista Pro dialed in for use with a bottomless portafilter basket and the output is quite good! It cost a half a pound of coffee, but I got it done! Thanks for your video!🙂

[@cjanowsk]

Excellent video. Informative, professional, no nonsense. We need more videos like this!

[@djoddjob]

I’d been cranking out pretty okay coffees from my Barista Pro, but this guide levelled them up big time. Also comes with a serving of humble pie because my first reaction was “how much could this really improve things…”

[@The_Dominic]

OMG! Great timing! I just bought my Barista Pro as an early Christmas gift, and once I am done moving into my new place, I will following your guide to the T ! 👍😉

[@TheCjchiang]

That will so great for new house and best coffee two thumb up

[@The_Dominic]

@@TheCjchiang Thank you so much! I love it so much, and it looks really nice in the kitchen too!

[@Maturleyglam]

SAME!!! 1 year later but just got mine for Christmas from my husband and wow this helped!!!💜💖👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Billybobjoejack]

Thanks! This was very helpful dialing in our espresso shots with our Barista Pro. I have picked up most of your recommended accessories. I was having a bit of a problem getting consistent extractions. I ended up pre-heating the portafilter in my cup using water from an electric kettle. Having the portafilter the same temperature each time I pulled a shot made dialing it in much more consistent. It also pre-heats the cup which is nice. I let it sit this way while I am grinding the beans. Also I started by adjusting the internal ring inside the grinder to get it close. Then it only took a couple clicks to hit the mark.

[@anthonychang9774]

Precise, to the point, and very helpful. Thank you so much!! ❤

[@deinemuddaisdoof]

The one and only video to watch to dial in a new (Sage) Espresso machine. Awesome! Many thanks!

[@mikethecreative]

I watch a lot of KZbin. This is by far one of the best and most informative videos I have ever seen. Thank you! Now I gotta go buy more beans cause this is going to take me a while to dial in haha.

[@LifestyleLab_]

Thanks Michael! Definitely going to waste some beans, but you're already a step ahead by knowing that going in :)

[@surfnyolly]

Lol I went through 3/4 of a bag of beans, and still don’t think I have it right. The only thing that looks amazing is my puck! How’a it going with you?!

[@felipemotorhead]

Impossible not to subscribe after a masterpiece of a tutorial

[@asdcomasdcom]

Watching this video after one year of enjoying my barista pro, still very useful, or I can even say that this is the best dial in video on KZbin. Thank you for all the tweaks shared. Grateful. ❤

[@shans9496]

This is an excellent video guys, very informative and nicely done. I have a Barista Touch and struggling to dial in. What ever I do the extraction starts at 5-6 seconds mark. If it is around 7 seconds mark then the flow is very slow and the coffee is very bitter. Could you do a dial in video for Barista Touch please ? Thanks !!

[@mattypants]

Leaving my house to go pick up my Pro right now. Glad I found this video!

[@angelaalonzo-zaiontz2364]

This video is so informative and easy to follow. You're an impeccable teacher & I appreciate your information flow greatly! Will definitely share for all who have questions concerning their first time usage of their Breville!

[@LifestyleLab_]

Thanks Angela, glad it was helpful!

[@rpsota23]

my Sage Barista Pro is on the way and I see your video again and again to understand everything :-). There are many videos out there, but just this one providing me a "method" which newbie needs not to waste that much money.... thanks a lot

[@Taylor-xi2no]

Happy Holidays, this video helps immensely, thank you

[@Eltubero111]

Great video, but when to start the timer? Looked like yours started before liquid hit cup

[@LifestyleLab_]

The timer on the Barista Pro starts automatically. Always remember, you should not be aiming for a specific time for your final shot, this is a rough starting point to get your flow correct. You ALWAYS need to dial in further to taste. Your coffee might taste best at 25 seconds, or maybe 45 seconds. Maybe 45 grams out, maybe 30 grams out... take a watch through the second part of the video

[@warrenbaker4826]

One of the best expresso tutorials I have seen....thanks.

[@LifestyleLab_]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidp605]

Wow this vid is so underrated

[@TheStrandedMoose]

A warning for beginners: DO NOT USE A LIGHT ROAST FOR YOUR ESPRESSO. Anyone with espresso experience probably knows this but as a complete novice, I did not. I typically like lighter roasts for my coffee and thought I'd enjoy the same for my espresso. WORST. MISTAKE. EVER. I spent about 4 hours dialing in my espresso and only got semi-tolerable results at an internal burr of 1 and grind size of 1 and even then it tasted pretty funky. DONT DO IT. I believe you can get away with medium roast but dont even try light. Everything else about this video is perfect. Thank you so much for making it.

[@owendowney1614]

Best video on KZbin for the pro. Fantastic step by step instructions. Just one question.. when I'm weighing the extraction I find I have to stop the flow at about 32 grams to account for a time lag of the machine finishing the flow to make it to 36 grams. This can be very much hit and miss and rarely do I get the bullseye of 36. Any tips? Thanks

[@DustinKunz]

yeah, I am unclear on this part myself. Should I stop it at 36g and let the shot finish, or is 36 supposed to be the total yield?

[@LifestyleLab_]

Whatever. Tastes. Best You might stop it at 45 grams! You might stop at 30. Every coffee and every persons tastes will vary. The 36 grams in 25-30 seconds is a STARTING point only

[@PonyUWA]

@@LifestyleLab_ just a note - this point led to a 2 day argument with my partner when dialing it. She was trying to land 36g in the cup in 30-35, where as I understood it to be 2:1 in 30--36sec as an indicator of the appropriate rate (and just pushing the off button once it hit 36 sec). I've lost a kilo of coffee trying to dial this in and I'm nowhere closer to where I started - your video is good though

[@AnNguyen-k3d4n]

You are a great teacher. Explain with logic and proof is not an easy task since it requires very thorough understanding of what you are explaining. Best so far on KZbin vs so many out there on same subject. I just don't get it why less quality video can have million views while this one does not.

[@FREESTYLEJN007]

Just got the machine (Blue) and everything you recommended - I wasted so much coffee but its worth it. thank you for this step by step. I keep going back to this video just to make sure I am doing everything correct.

[@eskerinola5845]

Excellent video. I like to stick to the "Normale" stds.: 7 g IN /25 mL OUT for one cup and double those amounts (14 g/50 mL) for two cups. My question is: do you always need the percolation time to be 30-35" (preinfusion included) regardless of the mass of coffee for as long as you keep the brew ratio constant? Thank you!

[@LifestyleLab_]

No, the 30-35 seconds is a very rough guide to get people started. Once you're at the point where you're tasting and dialing in, the "standards" can go out the window while you dial in to your personal taste!

[@eskerinola5845]

@@LifestyleLab_ Understood. But you start with 30-35" no matter you prepare one shot or double shot right?

[@LifestyleLab_]

Your shot time for a single will be shorter than a double, because you want to keep a similar flow rate as well as brew ratio to your dialed in double shot. With that being said, cutting the time completely in half is often too fast a flow. I would aim for around 20 seconds for a single shot as a starting point

[@bankburana3823]

The voice pitch is flawless !

[@Garrettjohnson94]

Glad I found this video before my new Barista Pro arrives! To the people who don't spend time researching their expensive appliance, you deserve sour shots 😂

[@SuperTrane5]

Best video on how to dial in a shot! Can’t wait to get my Pro! Thanks

[@LifestyleLab_]

Happy Holidays Everyone! This is a repost of the original video to make a small correction to the flavour chart REMEMBER! 30-35 seconds is only a starting point! You need to dial in to taste based on your coffee and individual preferences as shown in the second half of the video!

[@sticky494]

Happy holidays!

[@hearthhearts238]

Many internet tutorials includes pre-infusion time into their shot and recommend 25-32s, what do you think? Of course ultimately is still about the taste.

[@LifestyleLab_]

I think that the range of times floating around the internet are due to a combination of some accounting for pre-infusion, and also just the fact that coffees vary so greatly! This video includes the pre-infusion because that's how the Barista Pro shot timer works. Your statement is bang on, in the end its all about taste.

[@dorenceng]

I just got my Barista Pro and I can understand the frustration most users faced here without a pressure gauge. My shots are sour and acidic no matter how much I tamper and time the extraction. In the end, I stick with the double-wall baskets, adjust the grind setting to 1, increase the temperature to the hottest and my shots have achieve consistency.

[@chinthiamtay9032]

hi there, this vids has been super helpful! quick question, after you have dialled in and adjusted to taste, do I need to save the setting? Do i have to weigh the beans for subsequent shots?

[@scabbyjoe21]

What was the answer?

[@toliscy]

This is the mpst quality espresso video on KZbin

[@dickens7748]

One question! Does the shot brewing time you mentioned in the video includes the pre-infusion time? Or shall I start to count the time when espresso drips? Thank you ☺️

[@LifestyleLab_]

Here's a full explanation of when to start timing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2qwmqSFf8mqhsU

[@BrettMichaels779]

@@LifestyleLab_ watched the video. Are you saying you used the time from first drip? Seemed from the video that is what you suggest, but you described both methods so I was not sure.

[@lenhumbird]

Always be consistent, and start the time from pre-infusion.

[@rockon609]

From what I gathered, his timing is just to get you started. It doesn’t necessarily matter when he started timing because your going to be adjusting from your first shot via taste anyway. And from his timing video, it sounds like you don’t need to worry about pre infusion unless you are sharing a recipe or bringing a recipe to a different machine.

[@LifestyleLab_]

Bingo

[@BANDAIist]

just bought my pro yesterday, thanks for the detailed instructions steps, really helpful for beginners like me!

[@elvispleho5777]

Why would you time your shots over 30 to 35 seconds when it's recommended to be between 27 to 30 seconds for 18 grams of coffee? Breville includes preinfusion as part of the shot time!

[@LifestyleLab_]

Any specific time is a meant to be used as a rough starting point only, not a final product. Hence why different sources will recommend different times. The goal is to get you to a point where you can start tasting, and tweaking using the concepts in the second part of the video. No one time is going to be right for every coffee, and more importantly, every person! You need to dial in to taste, not to a generic time

[@SteveE293]

This video is excellent, clear, concise instructions. I’ve just ordered this machine with accessories (wish me luck).

[@LifestyleLab_]

No luck needed, just practise! Now you know what to expect you’ve got this 👊

[@SteveE293]

@@LifestyleLab_​​⁠thanks, I was tempted by the touch impress but I’m looking forward to the challenge and flexibility barista pro

[@azayn2434]

Watched so many espresso tutorials. This is the most succinct and to the point. Thank you!

[@blossompure]

I swear u can explain rocket science to dummies thats how u r good at teaching

[@ineedmymodfixed]

Have been brewing decent coffee with my new machine for about 2 weeks now, and just dialed it in a bit better. Not a fan of black, but tasting it black between adjustments can help you dial it in. I got all the bitterness to go away and it's a significantly better end product now.

[@merbentan]

Thank you so much headless guy! Can't wait to get my Barista pro!

[@lenhumbird]

I bought a small digital scale, a dosing cup, a dosing ring, and a distribution tamper. Total about $100. I'm using a $200 Breville consumer grade grinder. The grinder output is a bit clumpy. I can work with that, but it means I have to put more thought into distribution and tamping. - The scale is absolutely required. - The dosing cup, when used with a proper technique, very handy, and it's much, much better than dosing from my grinder into the portafilter. - The dosing ring didn't seem to help because I'm not dosing into the portafilter. - The distribution tamper really helps to ensure that my coffee puck is tight and consistent. Hope that helps!

[@GiovanniStefani]

I agree with everyone else. Short, to the point and very informative. I use all the accessories he mentions in the video but also a WDT tool and a puck screen. On my Breville Barista Pro, I did have to drop my internal grind size from 6 (default) to 4. Also, I wasn’t happy with the amount of crema I was getting, so I decided to go to a local roaster who roasts every other day. Made a huge difference on the amount of crema on the shot, so bean freshness plays a role as well.

[@GravyMate]

For anyone like me who was stuck because the finest grind with the right amount of coffee wasn’t performing well. There might be an internal burr you can adjust! Look it up on KZbin. Adjusted it from 6 to 1 and making incredible coffee now

[@LifestyleLab_]

4:25 🙂

[@MichaelHeredia]

So glad I stumbled upon this! I’m getting ready to pull the trigger on the Barista Pro over the Impress, so this is super helpful.

[@iiblakieii]

This was BY FAR the easiest to understand and most useful video. Thank you SO much for posting thing. Now do you make house calls? 😂😂😂

[@LifestyleLab_]

Glad it was useful! We have plans to do some live sessions in the future actually! Stay tuned! :)

[@tomlee45]

I just picked up a BBP on sale for 170 dollars off MRSP plus so I'm moving from a flair pro to this. Thanks for some of the advice. These videos have helped to make informative decisions on coffee products

[@hessaalm2317]

You literally taught me how to do a proper espresso ☕️ Thank you 🙏🏻

[@nickpark9587]

I recommend this video to everyone... great content created by an engineer

[@Jbalx]

this man is doing gods work

[@zaijoong]

Thank you. Very well explained and yet not as long video as the others i have watched!

[@TheYahoma]

I watched many videos but someone professional like you i didn't find. Amazing explanation straight to the point with simple steps. Great job 👏👏👏👌

[@LifestyleLab_]

Thank you!

[@lohc9034]

Thank you for your explanation! I achieved the 36 grams in 30 seconds with 18 grams of coffee. I have 2 questions: Is it a good idea use pre-infusion? If it’s, how can I know when to stop it? And the time that pre-infusion took count to the goal time (30 - 35)? Cheers!

[@trinitythesecond]

Hello, i couldnt catch how you turned on the programming mode, can you please explain? Love the video!❤

[@mayceci1552]

Thanks for the video. The internal set was on number 3 and my external grind on 4 to 1 and still have problems with fast puoring. Then change the internal to 2 and seems to get worse.

[@alexandresalles87]

Oi, Luidi! Tudo bem ? Acabei de me inscrever no seu canal. Queria dizer que estou gostando muito do conteúdo! Sempre fui apaixonado por armas desde pequeno, e assistir aos seus vídeos tem sido uma ótima experiência. Tenho muita vontade de tirar o CR (Certificado de Registro) para poder praticar tiro esportivo em estandes aqui no Brasil. Seus vídeos são uma grande inspiração e ajudam muito a entender mais sobre esse mundo. Parabéns pelo trabalho e continue com esse excelente conteúdo! Grande abraço! Alexandre

[@WHMAGuy]

Your guide got me the perfect shot. I have zero experience so thank you. It took me 8 shots but I got it👍👍👍

[@LifestyleLab_]

Awesome! That's pretty quick for a first ever dial in on a machine :)

[@WHMAGuy]

@@LifestyleLab_ well the first six were horrendous 😂😂 the first one was so insanely sour😂😂 last one was luck I’m thinking but I’m good with that

[@Nemesis-pe7mw]

Being Dutch seeing you start with your gonna waste some coffee gave me the chills ;) Great video and I'm glad to see you setting the right expectations!

[@LifestyleLab_]

Gotta waste a little to enjoy a LOT ;)

[@justinf7674]

Great video. Just a comment on the targeted shot time range. For these machines the concensus seems to be a 25 second shot.

[@LifestyleLab_]

It has nothing to do with the machine, it has to do with your coffee and personal preference :) watch the second half of the video

[@blazemanchannel477]

Perfect just needed something simple for coffee beans and it works great!

[@yihuing3667]

Thank you so much for this informative video! I just purchased my Brevilles Barista pro coffee machine yesterday! Regarding the chart of increasing yield, does that mean I have to increase the grams of the coffee beans or I need to change the temperature of water and make it hotter? My shots are currently 32second, 36ml and 18g but still taste super sour. Thanks and appreciate any advice! 🙌

[@melinamellino5306]

Awesome vid thanks mate ! everything you need to know to get the black gold flowing sweetly !!!

[@DizzyMe63]

That chart was great to be able to refer to! Really good video, thank you for posting!

[@EODHammer]

Just what I needed. Just picked up this exact machine and was standing here dumbfounded. Thx!

[@bearhood2004]

so u bought a machine, not knowing wat to do

[@EODHammer]

@@bearhood2004Yeah, I needed something to make cool aid with. Did I buy the right thing?

[@bearhood2004]

@@EODHammer typical consumer who wanna buy "pro" stuff but got no clue...I guess the market is exist for this type of buyer, good for economy too!

[@EODHammer]

@@bearhood2004 Actually no. I'm a coffee nut that has been into pour over for years. I've always wanted to get into the espresso game and wanted a quality machine without going overboard. I was looking at spending even more because I didn't want a POS that wouldn't last or extract a consistent, decent shot or fall apart but I settled on this middle to lower end machine. This is hardly a "PRO" machine. I understand exactly how to do it and I'm in the process of dialing in my grind size right now. People have to start somewhere and I chose this particular machine. WTF are you doing in the AM going around criticizing people? Especially people trying to learn how to do something from youtube.

[@bearhood2004]

@@EODHammer Ted Davis why u changed? lol...your statements were full of inconsistencies from previous ones....check again.

[@OnTheMarkGetSetGo]

This is very well organized and informative. Thank you.

[@Wimbledonchannel]

Really helpful video, with clear and concise explanation of the different steps required to dial in, thanks so much!

[@qinouyang3997]

Thank you for the great video. I just bought one Breville Barista Pro, and following your procedure I got grinding setting manually as 33 seconds to reach 37g coffee for 18g beans. But when I use auto shot as same grinding setting, it took 45 seconds and I had 52g coffee. How can I do adjustment? Thank you!

[@markabbott81]

Awesome video for some reason can only ever use dual wall every time I use single wall the water just gushes through way to quickly 🤔

[@LifestyleLab_]

Because the dual wall is building pressure for you. You need to grind much finer for the single. I have a video explaining the differences between those basket types if you're interested.

[@society86]

Very helpful well thought out video. 10 years of sub500$ machines so happy i finally got a real one.

[@fishingtacklechannel]

Breville needs to make this their official dialing in video

[@JCMurray]

can you make a video on bean selection? i just go to the grocery store and buy beans there but idk what i’m looking at there are so many options

[@breiningac]

Excellent advice, but I have to admit, one of the most useful things I learned in this video was putting the sink strainer upside down from 0:12 in the video...Thanks for that 🤣

[@LifestyleLab_]

😂😂😂

[@kumaWen]

this is absolutely helpful and not to mention it is in 1 single video. Thanks!

[@K.Stroh_]

Great video: 1. You have to have a scale 2. Weigh beans per cup 3. Run hot water through your portafilter in the morning and get it hot unless you like bitter coffee (this changed the game) 4. Use a leveler before tamping 5. 18 grams coffee for 36 grams espresso between 25-30 seconds. 35 seconds is too long.

[@LifestyleLab_]

No single time is right for every coffee and every person. What if I have a super light Kenyan coffee, or what if I have a crazy dark classic itialian espresso? Those two beans need to be treated completely differently! :) Use the chart and information in part 2 to dial in to taste. Quoted times are merely a generally starting point for achieving a reasonable flow rate from which to start tasting.

[@PeteAllen1844]

This is exactly how I get a great double shot with my favorite dark roast. The initial hot water run is critical.

[@shanea9613]

Just got mine today. This is very helpful... Need to find some good beans now. The supermarket ones I have are not the best

[@LifestyleLab_]

Local and fresh is the way to go!

[@patg6867]

Best dial in video I've seen! Awesome job. Can you do a dial in video with a DeLonghi La Specialista Prestigio by chance? I'm on the stuggle bus to get a decent shot.

[@aquaman5464]

Excellent video!! I have the same machine, and I recent been playing around with the temps depending on roast of the beans.

[@CashMoneyKC1]

If I do a single shot would the time be half along with the grams of coffee and it will equate to these settings to match. Love your videos. Thanks

[@petermcnamara174]

If you're decreasing your yield, are you still looking to pour a 36g shot? So your shot would have a higher water concentration ?

[@TheKjelmo]

Just got my Barista Pro and this is a very helpful video, thanks! My first (blind) shots were terrible! My best after watching this video was 27 seconds to 36g, and it tasted OK. That said, my beans were roasted five months ago. What difference would it make to have fresher beans? How old is too old? Thank you.

[@muffinDK1]

Usually fresh roasted beans goes "bad" after 6 weeks.

[@KitichaiThanomvong]

Pretty much thanks for your instruction and what an awesome thing to explain how to brew espresso so clear and understandable.

[@rodrigonitrini7144]

Great video, but using the Breville Barista Touch I find that total extraction time usually works better between 25-30 seconds. Aiming for over 30s seems too much.

[@LifestyleLab_]

Completely depends what coffee you’re using… why would the same time be needed for every single coffee? :)

[@rodrigonitrini7144]

@@LifestyleLab_ Agreed! I meant as a general rule for over 90% of fresh coffee beans

[@aznliquid]

This video is so clear. This guy probably can explain string theory and quantum mechanics to my grandma.

[@logicalgroup4978]

Thank you so much for the amazing video And I have a question please : Why the time to prepare coffee using Pro is between 30-35 seconds But using Breville Express between 20-30 seconds Thank you

[@LifestyleLab_]

The timer on the Pro starts as soon as you press the button, so the time will include preinfusion. In the Barista Express video, we were timing from first drip

[@yislam786ify]

Also when setting custom, if you stop at 36g, I find a flow on of a gram or two occurs. I have to stop at say 34 then 36 will be the final amount

[@LifestyleLab_]

36g is a rough starting point anyways, dial in to TASTE! Not numbers

[@nocoho1]

This video made me want to cry. It’s very thorough and informative, but i am SO OVERWHELMED at how many variables there are to make a drinkable espresso. Is it hopeless for complete beginning to get all this dialed in?!?! 😭😭

[@LifestyleLab_]

Start by just getting a reasonable flow rate. Then, start to understand the general concept of extraction. Finer grind, more water, or hotter water will increase extraction. Reducing acidity, and increasing bitterness Coarser grind, less water, or cooler water will have the opposite effect

[@nocoho1]

@@LifestyleLab_ Thank you for this elementary breakdown! When I bought the machine I just didn't know what I was getting into. I should have watched videos first before making the purchase! I'm willing to practice though. Thanks for responding to my temporary lamenting!

[@adnanbangash9282]

Hi, very informative and to the point video. Thanks alot to make it easier to understand and apply. Much appreciated.