Crafting espresso at home offers a unique connection to your brew, unlike pod espresso or quick café visits. While pulling a perfect shot isn’t simple, our guide on using an espresso machine can help streamline the process. 

How to Make Latte

Are you ready to embark on a journey to become a skilled espresso aficionado? With the right equipment and a little know-how, you can pull the perfect shot of espresso right in the comfort of your own home. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the entire process step by step, from preheating your machine to steaming milk like a pro.

Preheat Your Espresso Maker

The first step to pulling a great shot of espresso is to ensure that your machine is properly preheated. This can take up to 25 minutes for some machines, so it’s best to get started in advance.

Measure and Grind Your Beans

Next, it’s time to measure and grind your coffee beans. Set your grinder to a fine grind size, aiming for consistency in particle size. Place your portafilter on a scale, tare it out, and fill it with around 20 grams of ground coffee

Tamp Your Grounds

Once your portafilter is filled with coffee grounds, it’s time to tamp them down to create a flat and even surface. The key to successful tamping is to apply even pressure and ensure that the coffee is evenly distributed in the portafilter