I see most of these comments are from 2 years ago...we just inherited our son's machine that he never used, and finding your video was huge. My husband pretty much refused to read the downloaded instructions from Breville, which were nowhere near as clear as you. Their video also wasn't as helpful, so thank you! It may be years later but your video is still very relevant!
Only tip I’d say is froth your milk first then pull your shot. When you let the espresso sit like that the body/heart gets darker, therefore the shot taste more bitter. The perfect double shot typically takes 25-30 seconds. If your shots are above 30 seconds grind your beans finer, if it’s below 25 seconds grind your beans more coarse. It’s better to have the milk steamed and ready so once your shot is done you can immediately pour the milk. Best thing though is to get to a point where you can do both at the same time (if the machine allows it). Exceptions to that rule would be things like a mocha, flavored lattes, or any sort of drink where the espresso can be mixed in with a syrup/sauce. The syrup/sauce when mixed will take out the bitter taste leaving a sweeter espresso shot. The other exception would be if you were just drinking a shot, or double shot. It’s always best to mix the shot as soon as it’s done. You want to taste the sweet/nutty crema, and not the bitter heart of the espresso. Also some tips on frothing milk. Aerate your milk first then texturize. Also, froth your milk at full pressure. You should always hear a loud chirping nose at first, and as your slowly sliding the wand deeper into your cup that chirping noise should slowly become quieter. The more foam your want the longer the milk should be aerated. To really get that silky smooth milk tap your cup, and swirl the milk. You should see little to no bubbles along the wall of the cup. You’ll know your milk is done when you can only tap the cup due to it being too hot. For my non-fat milk lovers; please DO NOT aerate your milk for too long, due to the milk having more protein than fat the milk isn’t going to turn out like whole milk. To my non-dairy lovers; Use oat milk if possible. Out of all non-dairy’s like she said in the video it’s best one in terms of frothing potential, taste, and texture. Your next best bet would probably be soy, then coconut, and ending off with almond. In terms of latte art it’s best to really master frothing milk first, because you can’t make good latte art with shitty milk frothing skills. You also can practice with something as simple as dish soap so you’re not wasting milk. Ps: please IMMEDIATELY wipe your wand and purge it after steaming (purge means to just let steam out of the wand) so then you’re not having milk build up; that leads to you basically steaming old and new milk together. Also please be sure to read the manual on how to properly clean the machine. If you want good grinds, nice shots, and good silky milk you NEED to maintain that by properly cleaning your machine.
I just bought this machine when my DeLonghi Magnifica died after 20 years. Watched tons of videos, but your video was the only one that made the difference! Thank you! I now have to stop myself from drinking too many lattes every day. 😊. The coffee beans do really make the difference too!😉
I just got my barista express a few hours ago. After seeing your highly informative video, I now have the confidence to unleash my powers as a budding latte art connoisseur 💁🏻♂️ Thanks for this great video !
This was a very helpful video. My barista was delivered today and within 35 to 45 minutes I had pulled my first shot. The machine works very well. The one I had previously sometimes would make really good coffee, but lately not so much and I wasn’t getting any help from customer service so I replaced it with the Breville barista and I’m very happy that I did.
My husband and I just opened ours from our wedding and these tips were SO helpful. Thank you! After two terrible first pulls, we adjusted our courseness settings (inside the burr grinder and on the outside) and our next pull was perfect! Thank you so much.
This is the absolute best! My sister use to work at Starbucks. She got this machine and you can buy the sauces and make drinks that taste exactly like Starbucks. I just purchased my own and love it.
My best friend bought this for my husband and I. I am so intimidated but this video just made me comfortable with trying again. Thank you. I will be following.
Very good video. I have had my machine for five years and never knew there was a grind adjustment inside the hopper! And I have read the manual that came with mine. I will look again.
Thank you! It was the top grinder setting for me. So the one under the beans. It is default on 6. Works way better when i have it on 1 or 2. Making really nice coffee know.
Great video! One thing that I just learned today is that the basket and portafilter are supposed to stay locked in also to warm up for 15 minutes before you add the ground espresso. I had no idea and had been using Breville Duo Temp for years and had been skipping that step.
Bought this same machine 8 months ago and now I have it down to a tee how best to pull a shot and steam milk. It’s paid for itself already and now it’s just money in my pocket. Wish I would’ve made the investment earlier. So much satisfaction and value from this espresso machine.
Yes. Exactly the position I am in once again. In 2015 I was driving 18 miles one way to the closest Starbucks for my daily coffee. I had been doing this for many years. After adding up the cost it was over 600$ a month gas/and Starbucks. So I stopped it totally and bought a new car. Now my car will be paid off in a few months and I’m at Tim Hortons daily. Now for the point of this story I just ordered the Breville. Great video 👍
Oh what a lovely video Yovana. 🙂 My nephew has this machine albeit his has black trim not stainless trim. I prefer your variant with the stainless steel trim. 🤔 The biggest problem with coffee is the beans. Trying to get premium quality beans is going to be not only difficult but also very very expensive. I read a very interesting book which has a section about coffee. ☕️ There are two types: Arabica and Robusta. Arabica beans have 1/3 of the caffeine in relation to robusta beans. Premium quality Arabica from Columbia is very sought after and very expensive. Columbia being the best environment for growing coffee beans. A decade ago the farmers were hit with a root disease which wiped out all of their coffee beans. 2/3rds of the farmers replanted with hybrid varieties which were not the same as the original beans. Which leaves 1/3 of these premium Colombian coffee beans. To make it worse the temperature has now increased and made these areas not as good to grow coffee in. Add in the massive demand for coffee and you have a situation where average coffee taste to be honest awful. It's even worse if you buy instant coffee. Apparently that stuff is made from hickory, corn maize, soy beans, sticks, twigs, and even plain old dirt.😅 The problem is everybody wants coffee. 8 billion plus people drinking coffee everyday means there just isn't enough to go around. Global shortages mean they just cannot supply enough. It's this reason that I stopped drinking coffee. For awhile anyway. Now I've started drinking it again. I'm now thinking I'll buy a machine and try to buy better coffee. Still it's going to get expensive and no guarantee it will be any good. Still nothing like a nice warm cup and the smell of ground coffee beans. ☕️ 😅
I’m pretty sure double walled means it is a pressurised basket meaning it makes it easier to pull a shot, but will never be as good as when you have dialled in the non pressurised basket. It has nothing to do with using pre ground coffee only.
About the dual wall .. I was told that is great if you dont want to deal with gridding size or amount of coffee. Its pretty much a safe way not to make mistakes or deal with it.
The grind is important-- but the tamping is also key. It should take 25-30 seconds for the 'juice' extraction flow, and the pressure needle at noon to one o'clock. Otherwise it will be sour-- or bitter (if pressure is too high). The course/fine adjustment on the grind won't help you if you don't tamp with reasonable pressure before extraction/juicing.
@@OutOfTheBoxThinker1 For these types of machines: The pressure might be too high if you grind too fine (for your machine) and place too much coffee in. So to reduce the pressure, alter how much you coffee you use or use a less fine grind. Or a different filter cup (different hole sizes different pressure) Hope this helps.
Nice video. I've had the barista express for 2 years now and use it almost every day. It will save you a TON of money and pays for itself quickly. I do use a scale and timer to help keep things a little consistent. Using the manual shot function can help, too. Anyway, take care!
This was so helpful! i am making the switch from a very basic Delonghi stilosa to a machine with a few more bells and whistles! it seems so nice to have a hot water feature! everyone i talked to recommended nespresso but i was very hesitant because of how wasteful their system is with pods you have to buy, i love the idea of getting your own espresso from anywhere! i think you sold me on this video 😊 thanks so much!!
@@vivianamicevski5022 i’m familiar with the process. producing excess plastic in the first place through pods is unnecessary. it’s good that they can be sent back, but recycling never results in “0 waste.” how difficult is it to scoop your own espresso into a portafilter and pull shots instead of relying on a machine to do every little thing for you? convenience is not everything. it’s also not nearly as fresh as grounding your own espresso and pulling your shots right then.
@@masonponton6166 Nespresso pods are aluminum (100% recyclable when sent back) not plastic, but the main reason I didn’t like the Nespresso is that it did not make quality espresso.
Thank you! I appreciate the beginner's guide you shared! I've been looking into several coffee makers to eventually replace my old one, and was a bit intimidated by this machine. Your video is very helpful!
Manual coffee machine actually gives us the feeling of fulfillment 😂💪 For us a barista we never use automatic like we said we are a barista not a coffee presser! Am proud of you🥂 was fun watching your video, btw, grind size depends on the origin of the beans how they grow and the weather they’re grown, example a coffee beans from Indonesia is very different from beans from Italy, we call it high ang low rise, because of where they grow and what kind weather they have grown …
There is a good variety of alternatives Milk-Barista Editions Brands, high in protein and fiber and have properties that reduce stress, making them the perfect base for the best creamy- froth for you coffee: 1- Sproud 100% Dairy-Free Milk - Barista Flavor 2-Oatly Original Oat mil- Barista Edition 3-WestSoy Organic original plain soy milk 4- Elmhurst Barista edition ( Cashews, Oat, almond, Hemp, Pistachio) Any of the above options will take your coffee to another level.
I'm so glad you made this video. I was going crazy trying to make a perfect shot and latte. I watched more complicated videos. You made it simple. Thanks!!!
I just got mine a week ago! Thank You for making this video on how to use it! I don’t like Reading Instructions but I’d rather watch a demo such as yours! Thank You for getting me started to enjoy my everyday morning coffee ☕️
Got mine yesterday but I had a lot of trouble with getting the grind size thing situated. The first few cups were terrible, but your video really helped me loads! I’m making really good espresso now and I can’t thank you enough!
@@timothyberlinski2299 I got mine a week ago, barista quality. I would start at grind setting 7 and make your way up. I landed on 11 and the espresso Is delicious. Worth every penny
I just bought the machine and I am so happy with it. Thanks for the tip about the storage space for the extra filters, etc, I was wondering what to do with them. Something I find useful is a milk thermometer for when I froth the milk, stops any and all wondering. Another thing you can play around with is flavouring syrups. I love a tiny bit of vanilla syrup in my coffee, a great way to rplace any sugar you might want. Cleanliness is a must! Keep your machine spotless and you will be rewarded for your efforts.
Hey I know this is from a while ago so not sure if you’ve figured it out already, but I’ve just been sorting mine. You take the grinder top off - so lid and then unlock the top so the base comes out too, then you take the metal handle underneath and turn that anticlockwise so that it unlocks and comes out of the machine (mine struggled to come out so setting the side grind to 16 made it easier). I found vacuuming the left over beans made this next part easier. Then remove the metal handle (from the ‘burr’ ?) by pulling it to one side, you then put the metal handle back into the setting you want, eg mine was at 1, I removed the handle and twisted it to 3, then put the handle back in. Then go through the same steps to put it back in. I had to vacuum again to get it to go back in. Meebs Coffee has a good video on it, hope this helps.
the dial was telling you that your shot was running waaaaaay too fast, the grind might have been adequate but I'm very very sure your tamping need much more pressure
I can almost smell those grounds! I look forward to my coffee each morning, but I wouldn't be able to afford that machine, but it sounds like it makes delicious coffee and espresso!
Excellent video! I learned so much about how to better use my new machine. You provided the right amount of useful information in a very easy to understand fashion.
I’ve had two of these machines in the past seven years. First one stopped working. Second one just went into storage. More work to care for than it’s worth. I switched to stainless mocha pot.
Thank you so much for making this video! I've always wanted to make my own espresso drinks at home but wasn't sure I'd be able to. You explained the process so well and now I 100% want to get one and start making my own drinks at home!
Nice review, thanks for that! I’m considering to buy this machine. I’d like to recommend you to add cinnamon on the coffee before adding the porta filter on the machine. Gives you other taste, makes it more strong, so if you try, add few.
I bought this for my birthday gift to myself this month!!😆 I have not used it yet. Glad I watched your video. How do you set the the inside grinder to 3. I got the other one on 8. Again thank for these helpful tips!!!
Thank you for bringing to us this video it’s really helpful for everyone who is new using this time of machine. Its seem very easy to make a coffee with the breville barista.
Yovana, I just got this machine for xmas and it seemed like I had to take a full Barista course until I found your channel! Thank you for explaining without scales and filling the hopper with exactly 18grams and seeing the flow and putting a timer etc!!! Some questions I have are: Can you just fill up the hopper with the beans and not eyeball it everyday? Another question is what exactly is the program button? What is the setting on the inside of the grinder hopper initially when you first get it? For now I have just used Trader Joes Espresso blend from Matagalpa Nicaragua in the green & brown bag! Phenomenal notes of Cacao & nuts. I do have fresh local coffee but im afraid to open it and just waste it before knowing how to grind etc. I know this is long! So sorry!!! Thank you in advance!!
I’m not an expert but from what I understand the most important thing is to use the beans shortly after grinding. Once you grind them they start oxidizing, that’s why pre grind coffees are a big no no for profesional baristas. Filling up the hopper for a few uses shouldn’t be a problem. I fill up mine for a week’s worth of coffee and I’m sure up to two weeks should be fine. I highly recommend using a local roaster, it gives you benefit of freshness without conservatives and consistency.
@@santibanez91 thx!!! I found several local coffee roaster in my area! I now have my favorite blend. Diesel Coffee. Hints of Cacao, caramel and malt!!!! Phenomenal!!!
You crack me up. Lol'd really hard at calling the tamper "this little plunger thing" and "I didn't realize it, but I was spending $5 a day on coffee." Like "Ma'am that'll be $4.67" -- "I have no idea what those numbers were that you just said, but just take my money cuz I need coffee."
Thank you for making this video, I’ve recently started working at Starbucks and really love making coffee and now I’m ending up wanted to get an espresso machine 😂 pretty sure I’ll be picking up this exact model, thank you so much for this informational video
Great review! I got my Breville last year and still trying to learn how to use it. 🥴 btw! I love your mugs! 😍Where did you get them if you don’t mind my asking.
Forgot to remind people to purge steamer after each use!! Very important! I don’t remember reading on instructions that it takes 10 min for machine to warm up.. Also would have loved to learn how to adjust coffee grinder
I recommend doing the regular cleaning with the special tablet added to the water to avoid calcium build up! I ruined my first barista because of that…
Here’s my question. If you change beans, do you need to readjust the grind size of both settings? The one on the left of the machine, and the inner one on top. FYI…I’ve gone through an entire bag of pricey, organic (as mentioned) coffee beans, and I have yet to get the pressure in the correct zone, or make any espresso worth drinking. That being said, once (if) I find the correct grind, I won’t switch beans (brands) if I have to go through another trial and error period. Any suggestions?
I have this same machine and that is generally true. If you change brands, bean type, etc. you will most likely need to adjust your grind size and/or weight. I always weigh my beans and then grind so I maintain the same shot. Good luck! It’s an experiment to your taste!
Yes you can fill the grinder prior. I keep mine filled. I have mine for 3 years now, this woman still has a lot to learn on this machine, so many mistakes and misinformation in this video. You can set the grind size and it will grind the same amount out every time. It's an automatic grinder but if you hold the portafilter in you can manually control how much beans you grind as well.
@@SuperRowdyTube interesting. I prefer just lightly smashing the beans in my pestle and mortar and boiling them in a kettle over the stove. Minimal clean up, and smooth rice taste...may take a bit longer but rushing is not good for a peaceful life!
@@hassanjamal4212 oh wow thanks. I'll give that a try, never did the pestle and mortar thing before. I have a mocha pot that I also use to brew coffee on the stove. Have you had mocha pot coffee before? Very rich crema also
Very good information, I got mine last two weeks a go I have had confused to use it thanks for sharing the best information, please I need to send to you the best coffee beans
Today i ve made my first cappuccino with new barista express. Feels so good when you buy it on %40 discount✌️😋 Tips Grind amount should be around 8-10 if you wanna make doubleshot coffee and 5-4 for single shot Grinder should be 5(recommended default setting by breville)but it depends on coffee imo And if you dont let machine heat up for 10 mins somehow it makes less espresso Never touch frother with naked hands until it gets cold(burned my fingertips) Change the water filter every 2months and always clean frother(bc it gets harder to clean) If you want to make flatwhite submerge the frother into milk like 0.5 cm max 1 cm and keep the frother at sides .This will turn the milk around and make awasome silky milk
Espresso is an art; an automatic machine is not part of this coffee culture. Automatic machines are for people who don't know the real taste of coffee. Thanks for the lovely video. Making cappuccino brings enormous fun. I know this because I used to have more than five cappuccinos in a day.
Please do more Breville reviews on the coffee machine you hv using pre ground coffee & different coffee drinks like mock tails or different coffee grounds.. I'm a newbie to breville too..☕
Some things in this video were useful but it’s clear you didn’t read the instructions, the machine says to leave the PF locked and run a single shot to heat it and the PF up, as well as to preheat the steam wand before you put it in the milk (it has an 8 second timer for you to flip the switch back to standby and then on again) which will keep your milk from getting a bunch of water in it.
Silly question I’m sure, but even though this machine has a water filter do you use bottled water or tapwater? For the price I really want my new machine to last as long as possible!
Great video. What is the clear, round plastic piece for? In the packaging there is a picture showing you what it's NOT for, but I can't figure out what is its purpose.
I see most of these comments are from 2 years ago...we just inherited our son's machine that he never used, and finding your video was huge. My husband pretty much refused to read the downloaded instructions from Breville, which were nowhere near as clear as you. Their video also wasn't as helpful, so thank you! It may be years later but your video is still very relevant!
Only tip I’d say is froth your milk first then pull your shot. When you let the espresso sit like that the body/heart gets darker, therefore the shot taste more bitter. The perfect double shot typically takes 25-30 seconds. If your shots are above 30 seconds grind your beans finer, if it’s below 25 seconds grind your beans more coarse. It’s better to have the milk steamed and ready so once your shot is done you can immediately pour the milk. Best thing though is to get to a point where you can do both at the same time (if the machine allows it). Exceptions to that rule would be things like a mocha, flavored lattes, or any sort of drink where the espresso can be mixed in with a syrup/sauce. The syrup/sauce when mixed will take out the bitter taste leaving a sweeter espresso shot. The other exception would be if you were just drinking a shot, or double shot. It’s always best to mix the shot as soon as it’s done. You want to taste the sweet/nutty crema, and not the bitter heart of the espresso. Also some tips on frothing milk. Aerate your milk first then texturize. Also, froth your milk at full pressure. You should always hear a loud chirping nose at first, and as your slowly sliding the wand deeper into your cup that chirping noise should slowly become quieter. The more foam your want the longer the milk should be aerated. To really get that silky smooth milk tap your cup, and swirl the milk. You should see little to no bubbles along the wall of the cup. You’ll know your milk is done when you can only tap the cup due to it being too hot. For my non-fat milk lovers; please DO NOT aerate your milk for too long, due to the milk having more protein than fat the milk isn’t going to turn out like whole milk. To my non-dairy lovers; Use oat milk if possible. Out of all non-dairy’s like she said in the video it’s best one in terms of frothing potential, taste, and texture. Your next best bet would probably be soy, then coconut, and ending off with almond. In terms of latte art it’s best to really master frothing milk first, because you can’t make good latte art with shitty milk frothing skills. You also can practice with something as simple as dish soap so you’re not wasting milk.
Ps: please IMMEDIATELY wipe your wand and purge it after steaming (purge means to just let steam out of the wand) so then you’re not having milk build up; that leads to you basically steaming old and new milk together.
Also please be sure to read the manual on how to properly clean the machine. If you want good grinds, nice shots, and good silky milk you NEED to maintain that by properly cleaning your machine.
Thank you for that super helpful!
you mixed up coarser and finer, coarser grounds = shorter extraction time, finer ground = longer!
as a former barista, yes! except- if below 25 seconds, grind beans finer & if above 30 secs, grind beans shorter.
if above 30 secs grind beans coarser***
Lmao the crema is the most bitter part
my boyfriend got me this for christmas! i’m still learning how to use it but i love it. even my worst latte is better than starbucks
Are your lattes still better than starbies?
Hot water is better than Starbucks
I just bought this machine when my DeLonghi Magnifica died after 20 years. Watched tons of videos, but your video was the only one that made the difference! Thank you! I now have to stop myself from drinking too many lattes every day. 😊. The coffee beans do really make the difference too!😉
@@teresaoconnor9854 don’t expect any Breville product to last even 10 years. Sorry, expensive junk
Quick tip for you, keep the portafilter fixed to the machine so that it heats up as well. You don’t want to pull a shot on a cold PF.
I just got my barista express a few hours ago. After seeing your highly informative video, I now have the confidence to unleash my powers as a budding latte art connoisseur 💁🏻♂️ Thanks for this great video !
This was a very helpful video. My barista was delivered today and within 35 to 45 minutes I had pulled my first shot. The machine works very well. The one I had previously sometimes would make really good coffee, but lately not so much and I wasn’t getting any help from customer service so I replaced it with the Breville barista and I’m very happy that I did.
My husband and I just opened ours from our wedding and these tips were SO helpful. Thank you! After two terrible first pulls, we adjusted our courseness settings (inside the burr grinder and on the outside) and our next pull was perfect! Thank you so much.
Hi, how did you set your inside burr grinder to 3? There’s no numbers on the inside.
Right I don't see anything either I'm confused on that part@@robmatthews6339
This is the absolute best! My sister use to work at Starbucks. She got this machine and you can buy the sauces and make drinks that taste exactly like Starbucks. I just purchased my own and love it.
You did a very good job making this video. So natural and calm. You helped me make the decision on which Espresso machine to purchase.Thanks
My best friend bought this for my husband and I. I am so intimidated but this video just made me comfortable with trying again. Thank you. I will be following.
🙌 this video saved our marriage! Perfect setting! Thank you!!!
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Very good video. I have had my machine for five years and never knew there was a grind adjustment inside the hopper! And I have read the manual that came with mine. I will look again.
Did you find the inside grind adjustment?
Thank you! It was the top grinder setting for me. So the one under the beans. It is default on 6. Works way better when i have it on 1 or 2. Making really nice coffee know.
I love TH-cam. Gorgeous woman educating me while I’m sitting on my couch.
Great video! One thing that I just learned today is that the basket and portafilter are supposed to stay locked in also to warm up for 15 minutes before you add the ground espresso. I had no idea and had been using Breville Duo Temp for years and had been skipping that step.
Bought this same machine 8 months ago and now I have it down to a tee how best to pull a shot and steam milk. It’s paid for itself already and now it’s just money in my pocket. Wish I would’ve made the investment earlier. So much satisfaction and value from this espresso machine.
Yes. Exactly the position I am in once again. In 2015 I was driving 18 miles one way to the closest Starbucks for my daily coffee. I had been doing this for many years. After adding up the cost it was over 600$ a month gas/and Starbucks. So I stopped it totally and bought a new car. Now my car will be paid off in a few months and I’m at Tim Hortons daily. Now for the point of this story I just ordered the Breville.
Great video 👍
Oh what a lovely video Yovana. 🙂
My nephew has this machine albeit his has black trim not stainless trim. I prefer your variant with the stainless steel trim. 🤔
The biggest problem with coffee is the beans.
Trying to get premium quality beans is going to be not only difficult but also very very expensive.
I read a very interesting book which has a section about coffee. ☕️
There are two types: Arabica and Robusta.
Arabica beans have 1/3 of the caffeine in relation to robusta beans.
Premium quality Arabica from Columbia is very sought after and very expensive.
Columbia being the best environment for growing coffee beans.
A decade ago the farmers were hit with a root disease which wiped out all of their coffee beans.
2/3rds of the farmers replanted with hybrid varieties which were not the same as the original beans.
Which leaves 1/3 of these premium Colombian coffee beans.
To make it worse the temperature has now increased and made these areas not as good to grow coffee in.
Add in the massive demand for coffee and you have a situation where average coffee taste to be honest awful.
It's even worse if you buy instant coffee.
Apparently that stuff is made from hickory, corn maize, soy beans, sticks, twigs, and even plain old dirt.😅
The problem is everybody wants coffee.
8 billion plus people drinking coffee everyday means there just isn't enough to go around.
Global shortages mean they just cannot supply enough.
It's this reason that I stopped drinking coffee.
For awhile anyway.
Now I've started drinking it again.
I'm now thinking I'll buy a machine and try to buy better coffee.
Still it's going to get expensive and no guarantee it will be any good.
Still nothing like a nice warm cup and the smell of ground coffee beans. ☕️ 😅
I’m pretty sure double walled means it is a pressurised basket meaning it makes it easier to pull a shot, but will never be as good as when you have dialled in the non pressurised basket. It has nothing to do with using pre ground coffee only.
It says "pre-ground" coffee on the box with the double walled when I opened mine today.
@@MizzVivi you are allowed to buy beans and grind it yourself. It doesn’t have to be bought pre ground.
About the dual wall .. I was told that is great if you dont want to deal with gridding size or amount of coffee. Its pretty much a safe way not to make mistakes or deal with it.
This is, by far, the most helpful video on the Barista Express. 💯
The grind is important-- but the tamping is also key. It should take 25-30 seconds for the 'juice' extraction flow, and the pressure needle at noon to one o'clock. Otherwise it will be sour-- or bitter (if pressure is too high). The course/fine adjustment on the grind won't help you if you don't tamp with reasonable pressure before extraction/juicing.
Sorry for my ignorance, but how do I adjust the pressure ?
@@OutOfTheBoxThinker1
For these types of machines:
The pressure might be too high if you grind too fine (for your machine) and place too much coffee in.
So to reduce the pressure, alter how much you coffee you use or use a less fine grind. Or a different filter cup (different hole sizes different pressure)
Hope this helps.
@@bluecollarscientist216 Thank you so much for the tip
Nice video. I've had the barista express for 2 years now and use it almost every day. It will save you a TON of money and pays for itself quickly. I do use a scale and timer to help keep things a little consistent. Using the manual shot function can help, too. Anyway, take care!
Thanks. Can you tell me how to vary the amount of coffee that comes in and what weight you suggest for a two shot pull?
This was so helpful! i am making the switch from a very basic Delonghi stilosa to a machine with a few more bells and whistles! it seems so nice to have a hot water feature! everyone i talked to recommended nespresso but i was very hesitant because of how wasteful their system is with pods you have to buy, i love the idea of getting your own espresso from anywhere! i think you sold me on this video 😊 thanks so much!!
You ship the used pods back to nespresso. They provide the shipping bag/label. It’s not wasteful.
@@vivianamicevski5022 i’m familiar with the process. producing excess plastic in the first place through pods is unnecessary. it’s good that they can be sent back, but recycling never results in “0 waste.” how difficult is it to scoop your own espresso into a portafilter and pull shots instead of relying on a machine to do every little thing for you? convenience is not everything. it’s also not nearly as fresh as grounding your own espresso and pulling your shots right then.
@@masonponton6166 Nespresso pods are aluminum (100% recyclable when sent back) not plastic, but the main reason I didn’t like the Nespresso is that it did not make quality espresso.
Awesome! Woke up late & forgot how to use machine! You’re a star! Thank you xxx
I just got my machine, and I am so lazy to read manual, thank you so much for this video 💕
Please share more detail on how to align the inner grinder and outeside dial grinder! I’m struggling with that part. Love your video!
Thank you! I appreciate the beginner's guide you shared! I've been looking into several coffee makers to eventually replace my old one, and was a bit intimidated by this machine. Your video is very helpful!
Great Video.
Excellent Teacher.
My Daughter just bought the same one and she will appreciate this video.
Thank You so much for sharing. ❤
I like the way you explain the detail ! Try Ethiopian Coffee ! You'll love it because Ethiopia is the first Country to discover Coffee .Good luck.
Manual coffee machine actually gives us the feeling of fulfillment 😂💪 For us a barista we never use automatic like we said we are a barista not a coffee presser! Am proud of you🥂 was fun watching your video, btw, grind size depends on the origin of the beans how they grow and the weather they’re grown, example a coffee beans from Indonesia is very different from beans from Italy, we call it high ang low rise, because of where they grow and what kind weather they have grown …
There is a good variety of alternatives Milk-Barista Editions Brands, high in protein and fiber and have properties that reduce stress, making them the perfect base for the best creamy- froth for you coffee:
1- Sproud 100% Dairy-Free Milk - Barista Flavor
2-Oatly Original Oat mil- Barista Edition
3-WestSoy Organic original plain soy milk
4- Elmhurst Barista edition ( Cashews, Oat, almond, Hemp, Pistachio)
Any of the above options will take your coffee to another level.
I'm so glad you made this video. I was going crazy trying to make a perfect shot and latte. I watched more complicated videos. You made it simple. Thanks!!!
I just got mine a week ago! Thank You for making this video on how to use it! I don’t like Reading Instructions but I’d rather watch a demo such as yours! Thank You for getting me started to enjoy my everyday morning coffee ☕️
Thanks for the tips on the grind size settings. I couldn’t get mine right until I watched your video. Now it’s perfect.
Had this machine for a while now. Still loving it!
Thanks… such a great help with the Grind Size and the inside grind size! Perfect shot!!!! I so love the outcome 🥰
I just got one for my birthday and I’m so excited, but overwhelmed! Thanks for the video so I can use this beautiful thing!
Watching this made me feel so much more confident thank you 😀
Really easy to follow as I was finding my Barista Express frustrating. But the settings Yovana suggests work well. Thank you
Got mine yesterday but I had a lot of trouble with getting the grind size thing situated. The first few cups were terrible, but your video really helped me loads! I’m making really good espresso now and I can’t thank you enough!
Once you got it dialed in does it work good? I am debating on this or a gaggia classic pro
@@timothyberlinski2299 I got mine a week ago, barista quality. I would start at grind setting 7 and make your way up. I landed on 11 and the espresso Is delicious. Worth every penny
I just bought the machine and I am so happy with it. Thanks for the tip about the storage space for the extra filters, etc, I was wondering what to do with them.
Something I find useful is a milk thermometer for when I froth the milk, stops any and all wondering.
Another thing you can play around with is flavouring syrups. I love a tiny bit of vanilla syrup in my coffee, a great way to rplace any sugar you might want.
Cleanliness is a must! Keep your machine spotless and you will be rewarded for your efforts.
Thank you for the information, we just got ours yesterday, will keep you updated on how it goes
This has been so helpful. I’m picking up the same machine tomorrow. Watching all the tips I can find on TH-cam. Thanks!
Fantastic, I’m so excited to make for my grand daughter who loves iced latte.
Only thing I don’t understand is how to adjust the inside of the grinder to a 3??
Hey I know this is from a while ago so not sure if you’ve figured it out already, but I’ve just been sorting mine. You take the grinder top off - so lid and then unlock the top so the base comes out too, then you take the metal handle underneath and turn that anticlockwise so that it unlocks and comes out of the machine (mine struggled to come out so setting the side grind to 16 made it easier). I found vacuuming the left over beans made this next part easier. Then remove the metal handle (from the ‘burr’ ?) by pulling it to one side, you then put the metal handle back into the setting you want, eg mine was at 1, I removed the handle and twisted it to 3, then put the handle back in. Then go through the same steps to put it back in. I had to vacuum again to get it to go back in. Meebs Coffee has a good video on it, hope this helps.
the dial was telling you that your shot was running waaaaaay too fast, the grind might have been adequate but I'm very very sure your tamping need much more pressure
I can almost smell those grounds! I look forward to my coffee each morning, but I wouldn't be able to afford that machine, but it sounds like it makes delicious coffee and espresso!
Thank you! We got this machine today and your video really helped us❣️
Excellent video! I learned so much about how to better use my new machine. You provided the right amount of useful information in a very easy to understand fashion.
I just got one and omg it’s amazing!!
I’ve had two of these machines in the past seven years. First one stopped working. Second one just went into storage. More work to care for than it’s worth. I switched to stainless mocha pot.
Thank you so much for making this video! I've always wanted to make my own espresso drinks at home but wasn't sure I'd be able to. You explained the process so well and now I 100% want to get one and start making my own drinks at home!
I can’t thank you enough for this video! I’m buying mine this weekend! Can’t wait to make some good coffee!!! 💕
Nice review, thanks for that!
I’m considering to buy this machine.
I’d like to recommend you to add cinnamon on the coffee before adding the porta filter on the machine. Gives you other taste, makes it more strong, so if you try, add few.
I just received my machine today. Your video was helpful! Can’t wait to try it out ☕️
Thanks so much! Very helpful and I enjoyed watching it to try to learn how to use mine. 🙏🙌
Thank you for your video, my "Quad Venti 3 pump white mocha" is $7.86 (2-3 a day) $$$, I'm excited to start saving!!
This is my drink too!
Fantastic information and instructions ❤❤ ! From Cowboy Texas.
Thank you!! This is the most helpful explanation!!!
I bought this for my birthday gift to myself this month!!😆 I have not used it yet. Glad I watched your video. How do you set the the inside grinder to 3. I got the other one on 8. Again thank for these helpful tips!!!
Thank you. I just brought mine today and this by far is the best review I've seen so far so thank you x
Coffee culture is a truely fascinating thing
Thank you for bringing to us this video it’s really helpful for everyone who is new using this time of machine. Its seem very easy to make a coffee with the breville barista.
Thanks for taking the time to make this review, very helpful!
Yovana, I just got this machine for xmas and it seemed like I had to take a full Barista course until I found your channel! Thank you for explaining without scales and filling the hopper with exactly 18grams and seeing the flow and putting a timer etc!!! Some questions I have are: Can you just fill up the hopper with the beans and not eyeball it everyday? Another question is what exactly is the program button? What is the setting on the inside of the grinder hopper initially when you first get it? For now I have just used Trader Joes Espresso blend from Matagalpa Nicaragua in the green & brown bag! Phenomenal notes of Cacao & nuts. I do have fresh local coffee but im afraid to open it and just waste it before knowing how to grind etc. I know this is long! So sorry!!! Thank you in advance!!
Yes, I’m wondering about the beans in the grinder as well. Can you just put beans in there and refill as needed?
I’m not an expert but from what I understand the most important thing is to use the beans shortly after grinding. Once you grind them they start oxidizing, that’s why pre grind coffees are a big no no for profesional baristas. Filling up the hopper for a few uses shouldn’t be a problem. I fill up mine for a week’s worth of coffee and I’m sure up to two weeks should be fine.
I highly recommend using a local roaster, it gives you benefit of freshness without conservatives and consistency.
@@santibanez91 thx!!! I found several local coffee roaster in my area! I now have my favorite blend. Diesel Coffee. Hints of Cacao, caramel and malt!!!! Phenomenal!!!
You crack me up. Lol'd really hard at calling the tamper "this little plunger thing" and "I didn't realize it, but I was spending $5 a day on coffee." Like "Ma'am that'll be $4.67" -- "I have no idea what those numbers were that you just said, but just take my money cuz I need coffee."
🤯 yesss this is the machine I’ve been eyeing for months! Thanks beba!
Such a helpful video, thanks heaps..purchased while watching your video
Ugh! the DREAM☕🤤🌈
Sometimes its refreshing to watch a non barista terminology and review👏👏👏
Thank you for making this video, I’ve recently started working at Starbucks and really love making coffee and now I’m ending up wanted to get an espresso machine 😂 pretty sure I’ll be picking up this exact model, thank you so much for this informational video
lol same but I work at Dutch bros >.
So. When you would add the white chocolate mocha , together with the espresso?
Great review! I got my Breville last year and still trying to learn how to use it. 🥴 btw! I love your mugs! 😍Where did you get them if you don’t mind my asking.
Forgot to remind people to purge steamer after each use!! Very important!
I don’t remember reading on instructions that it takes 10 min for machine to warm up..
Also would have loved to learn how to adjust coffee grinder
I just got one of these and this video was so helpful ! But how do I remove the little cup so change it
Thanks for sharing I bought mine today , it looks amazing on my counter top , like a show piece 👍🏻
This was very helpful
Finally the best explanation how to use still struggle with the pressure thanks a lot.
Thanks you help me I was about too return it
Hi Yovana, How is your expresso machine today? Is it easy to maintain ? Love your video.
I recommend doing the regular cleaning with the special tablet added to the water to avoid calcium build up! I ruined my first barista because of that…
Here’s my question. If you change beans, do you need to readjust the grind size of both settings? The one on the left of the machine, and the inner one on top. FYI…I’ve gone through an entire bag of pricey, organic (as mentioned) coffee beans, and I have yet to get the pressure in the correct zone, or make any espresso worth drinking. That being said, once (if) I find the correct grind, I won’t switch beans (brands) if I have to go through another trial and error period. Any suggestions?
I have this same machine and that is generally true. If you change brands, bean type, etc. you will most likely need to adjust your grind size and/or weight. I always weigh my beans and then grind so I maintain the same shot. Good luck! It’s an experiment to your taste!
Can you fill up the grinder prior, and it’ll grind the right amount for however many shots you do?
Yes you can fill the grinder prior. I keep mine filled. I have mine for 3 years now, this woman still has a lot to learn on this machine, so many mistakes and misinformation in this video. You can set the grind size and it will grind the same amount out every time. It's an automatic grinder but if you hold the portafilter in you can manually control how much beans you grind as well.
@@SuperRowdyTube how do clean it? U have to disamble it?
@@hassanjamal4212 Yes you have to but it's very simple there are videos on how to clean the grinder.
@@SuperRowdyTube interesting. I prefer just lightly smashing the beans in my pestle and mortar and boiling them in a kettle over the stove. Minimal clean up, and smooth rice taste...may take a bit longer but rushing is not good for a peaceful life!
@@hassanjamal4212 oh wow thanks. I'll give that a try, never did the pestle and mortar thing before. I have a mocha pot that I also use to brew coffee on the stove. Have you had mocha pot coffee before? Very rich crema also
Anyone else really excited to see her go through the feature and make the coffee ? lol
It looks so soothing.
Thanks for showing me how to use this thing!!
Thank you … your instructions and information helped a lot! x
Great video. My wife “forced” me to buy it lol. It’s in its way from Amazon now but I’m excited!
Very good information, I got mine last two weeks a go I have had confused to use it thanks for sharing the best information, please I need to send to you the best coffee beans
Today i ve made my first cappuccino with new barista express. Feels so good when you buy it on %40 discount✌️😋
Tips
Grind amount should be around 8-10 if you wanna make doubleshot coffee and 5-4 for single shot
Grinder should be 5(recommended default setting by breville)but it depends on coffee imo
And if you dont let machine heat up for 10 mins somehow it makes less espresso
Never touch frother with naked hands until it gets cold(burned my fingertips)
Change the water filter every 2months and always clean frother(bc it gets harder to clean)
If you want to make flatwhite submerge the frother into milk like 0.5 cm max 1 cm and keep the frother at sides .This will turn the milk around and make awasome silky milk
Thanks for your tips 😉
Great Video!!! Thank You So Much!!! You should be proud of yourself on this video! Very helpful!!!
Espresso is an art; an automatic machine is not part of this coffee culture. Automatic machines are for people who don't know the real taste of coffee. Thanks for the lovely video. Making cappuccino brings enormous fun. I know this because I used to have more than five cappuccinos in a day.
What’s a good way to make a espresso? Thanks
I spend about $220 a month on coffee… just bought this bad boy the other day, waiting for it to arrive.🎉🎉
Thank you I have been struggling for 2 days and waste countless beans. Question do you program your shot time?
Please do more Breville reviews on the coffee machine you hv using pre ground coffee & different coffee drinks like mock tails or different coffee grounds.. I'm a newbie to breville too..☕
Thank you for the video. This makes it so much easier to work through.
This was given to us as a house warming gift. We love it.
Some things in this video were useful but it’s clear you didn’t read the instructions, the machine says to leave the PF locked and run a single shot to heat it and the PF up, as well as to preheat the steam wand before you put it in the milk (it has an 8 second timer for you to flip the switch back to standby and then on again) which will keep your milk from getting a bunch of water in it.
How long do you need to froth milk to get it really hot and creamy? Also can you burn the oat milk and how long does that usually take to burn it??!
Thank you so much. Very helpful review.
Silly question I’m sure, but even though this machine has a water filter do you use bottled water or tapwater?
For the price I really want my new machine to last as long as possible!
Great video. What is the clear, round plastic piece for? In the packaging there is a picture showing you what it's NOT for, but I can't figure out what is its purpose.