Extracting espresso coffee
The following trouble shooting guide will help you create the perfect shot of espresso. We will diagnose common extraction problems and will provide solutions designed to get you pouring a great shot of espresso. The rule of thumb is to pour a shot of espresso (25-30ml) in 25-30 seconds.
Coffee pours too fast
Does the coffee extraction take under 15 seconds? Is the coffee crema a very pale colour?
If so, possible causes are:
Incorrect Dosage
Ensure the amount of coffee being dosed into the group handle is correct.
Grind too Course
Make sure the grind is not too course. Making the grind finer will increase the pour time. A shot of espresso should take around 25 seconds to pour 25 ml.
Coffee pours too slow
Does the coffee extraction take longer than 30 seconds? Is the crema thin or extremely dark in appearance? If so, possible causes are:
Overdosed coffee
There may be too much coffee dosed into the group handle. Ensure the correct amount is being dosed.
Grind too fine
The grind may be too fine. You may need to increase the coarseness of the coffee grind. Remeber the ideal extraction time should be between 25-30 seconds for 25-30ml. Making the grind coarser will reduce the extraction time.
Coffee pours too fast
Does the coffee extraction takes under 15 seconds? Is the coffee crema a very pale colour?
If so, possible causes are:
Incorrect Dosage
Ensure the amount of coffee being dosed into the group handle is correct.
Grind too Course
Make sure the grind is not too course. Making the grind finer will increase the pour time. A shot of espresso should take around 25 seconds to pour 25 ml.
Coffee pours too slow
Does the coffee extraction takes longer than 30 seconds? Is the crema thin or extremely dark in appearance? If so, possible causes are:
Overdosed coffee
There may be too much coffee dosed into the group handle. Ensure the correct amount is being dosed.
Grind too fine
The grind may be too fine. You may need to increase the coarseness of the coffee grind. Remeber the ideal extraction time should be between 25-30 seconds for 25-30ml. Making the grind coarser will reduce the extraction time.