Thank you for a great review. I’ve only recently started learning about espresso and making the perfect shot. Thanks to your review I bought my espresso a week ago and have been very happy with the results. I bought the whole kit with the ns adapter and barista kit. Some pre-grounds espresso blends are a little bit too fine for the Nanopresso. I got a bag of Costa grinds and they were a little on the fine side. It’s been a while since I bought pre-ground but if I remember correctly the Lavazza espresso is ground just right. If you really want to persist with the Illy ground coffee you could either try adding 15g instead of 16g that might help. You’ll notice that the portafilter does actually tamp the coffee deeper once it’s screwed on tightly (it sort of self tamps) So by having a gram less, it may just improve the flow. You could also remove the small silicone piece from the spring in the portafilter (non-pressurized mode) this will also help. However, if you have a small kitchen or want to dip your toes into the espresso world, it could also be worth considering.

I’m struggling to describe just how impressed I was handling the Nanopresso for the first time. I don’t want this to sound like a sales pitch, but trust me when I say it’s practically flawless in its design and build quality. Using both hands – It is recommended that both hands be used during the extraction process so that less energy and strain are taken. Brew Quality

For those that need an even easier preparation method, Wacaco has released an NS Adapter. This will allow you to drop a Nespresso capsule inside the portafilter instead of using the filter basket. There’s also a Barista kit to give you a double shot of 16 grams and a larger water capacity of 120ml. My Nanopresso Barista Kit YouTube Review Alternative Brewing, and its agents/delivery partners associated with the delivery of your parcel, do not accept responsibility for any loss or damage that may result from you providing Authority to Leave for your delivery. You agree to release Alternative Brewing from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, losses, costs and expenses, including financial and other consequential losses, made, suffered or incurred by you or any other person or entity as a result of your election to choose Authority to Leave for your delivery. I used a 1Presso Mini Grinder adjusted for finer than indicated by 1Presso for espresso. Dark roast. Preheated with boiling water. Here’s the odd thing….possibly: It does NOT matter if I tamp “moderately hard”, leave room for the porta filer to finish tamping as you suggested, or tamp VERY hard…. the stream seems ideal: Steady and strong while pumping, with no dripping. Since not overextracted, the coffee does not have a bitter taste. Brew Espresso Anywhere - Completely portable so you can take your beloved espresso wherever you go.

Wacaco has a great reputation for making portable espresso machines. They are reliable, long-lasting, and produce amazing coffee each time. They can do the same work as a larger espresso machine but they save you time and money while giving you coffee on the go. I guess it’s not what am I doing wrong. It’s what am I doing right- in as much as the expected fiddling with grind, tamping, quantity, etc seems unnecessary. I’m one of those who, if I can’t go too far (to cause brewing problems), I’m afraid I haven’t gone far enough (to get the best quality). Should I be grateful, let well enough alone? Or depressurize to see what happens, try an even finer grind, or….? Approximately 9 inches in length, the Staresso is a bit longer than the Nanopresso and similar in diameter. You have to lay it down or hold it with one hand while you fill the reservoir then switch hands to put on the espresso basket and valve cover (see video below for process details). And also, could you direct me to where (if you have made one) for a video or written steps on how to make your portable little kitchen for heating water outdoors.One issue i have found when using the pods attachment is they tend to leak and i end up with coffee in my cup. Crema is the cream or hay colored foam layer on top of your espresso shot. It is a hallmark of high pressure and high-quality espresso.

There are a few simple steps to follow to clean your Nanopresso properly. By following these steps, you avoid common issues such as mineral build up, clogging from loose grounds, and more.The Nanopresso is designed to be used with well-tamped and finely-ground coffee. Because of the pumping system, it uses less force than the previous model, the first generation Minipresso. The quality of coffee is extremely good due to the pressure, but it’s very important to get the grind right. You can buy the Wacaco Nanopresso online here. What do you need to use the Wacaco Nanopresso? Pre-heating your Nanopresso helps warm the body of the brewer up so that your extraction is clean and smooth. When it’s time for the extraction, the ideal water temperature should be close to boiling, or about 195°F.