Im a PT in a gym this device is great on the go for me on my busy days i get a quick break make a quick coffee the machine is great so handy fits in my gym back what a life saver
Excellent video! I own 4 namopressos, 2 barista kits, a dulce gusto adaptor , a Pipamoka, and have ordered their new Picopresso. I use these daily and have 3 nanovessels for making latte macchiatos to-go. Happy espresso making !
I like your review style, the real life use and your dog is a plus for this video. I watch many review video for many things and I can say that this is one of the best :)
Prapanya Lerkrat Thanks so much for your kind feedback! I put a little more effort in to this one because I'm such a fan of the product. I'm glad it came out well :) Have a great evening
Very cool video....have a nanopresso on way....the woods look awesome......not quite like that down here in Australia....looking forward to your other videos...
Great video! but keep in mind to move the leaves from the spot where you want to make a fire. A 1m x 1m patch is best for alcohol/gas stoves. Safety first
Very thorough! Can I ask why exactly having two double espresso baskets is useful? And what are the basket lids for? Is it so you carry around pre-ground coffee with you, and use the lid to secure the grounds in?
David Torres Thanks, I have a terrible habit of waffling, I'm trying my best to keep it to a minimum. I did think about making the trip to the woods its own video, but I decided to lump it all together. I'm glad you made it to the end and enjoyed it. Have a great evening.
Your videos helped me make the decision to get a Nanopresso! I've been using it for two days and absolutely love it. Didn't know about the Barista Kit, but I envision some hand-pumped double shots in my near future.
Seriously so psyched to get my gear after watching your videos. Do a lot of hiking with the family, usually mokka pot coffee for us but this'll be a whole new level. Best gear reviews I've seen too. Love your style.
Thank you so much for being so thorough in your videos. I almost got the Minipresso earlier this year. I'm so glad I waited and just recently ordered the Nanopresso Barista Bundle on sale at their website $99. Keep up the good work!
SolidSmud thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice comment, I'm glad my videos helped you make the right choice (which you definitely did) have a great evening .
Great video! Your original video is what convinced me to buy the Nanopresso and I'm so glad I did. I use the same Hario mini mill as you and I happened to find out the bottom of the clear plastic base works perfectly as a tamp for the grinds basket!! ! So if you ever forget your tamp try it out.
Damn, I bought Nanopresso after I watch your review in part 1 and not regret it, it's great little device. Now I definitely need Barista kit after I watch this just because single shot wasn't enough for me. btw, nice video man
Thanks! There's a third one as well and I demo the Barista Kit in the non-pressurised mode, that's how I use the Nanopresso these days. Thanks for watching :)
I use the barista ring and large cup but use the Nespresso adaptor and Lungo capsules - gives easy use and disposal when on the move for a 110ml lungo coffee.
So as you promised to tell us how to make this neat little oven... I'm curious. Would be interested where to buy the titanium mug and what else is needed. Thanks for this gread video!
Your videos made me buy a nanopresso and barista kit i only use ground espresso coffee out of connivence at work i used the lavazza expresso was extracting fine, now i wanted something a little stronger so i tried the illy espresso intense i get decent pull on single but when i use the double i get dripping not good flow lot more pressure and the puk is really saturated, i haven’t got a clue about coffee i even had to spell check how to spell it lol, if you know where im going wrong or just wrong grind i would appreciate it cheers
Hi Friend, I've used both, if memory serves me correctly, the Lavazza espresso pulled way better. I'd say the reason is that the Illy has a slightly finer grind. You'll need to reduce the amount you add to the basket and tamp lightly, this should help improve the flow rate. I try and aim for a steady flow slightly thicker than a match stick, once the flow becomes drippy its either because there's too much coffee in the basket or the grind is too fine, as it's pre-ground, your only real option is to add a little less than you would with the Lavazza. Hope that helps :)
Great review. Received the full set as a present, and invested in a manual grinder. I've found that grinding pre-ground coffee actually tastes pretty good. Thinking of using a cheap electric grinder to save some time, then doing the final grind manually.
Ok, so.. if I understand right I can buy the nanopresso, and the barista kit and keep using the smaller original water tank? that will be enough to make a good americano? 50-60g of extraction?
It's perfect, 16g of coffee for about 55g of drink. Then add additional hot water directly to the cup (around 300-350ml total) until you get the strength you like best. The reason I like using the small tank, is that I can always get a consistent amount by filling it to the top. Hope that helps :)
@@GadgetViper Thanks! that sounds great. And thanks for the videos, I've watched your videos about the nanopresso.. and now I am going to buy one :) it seems like a good thing to replace the aeropress for traveling.
Stuart Summerfield good choice ;) it's awesome. by the way, I've just got the Nespresso adapter, I'll be testing that out over the next week and I'll make a video of that too. The Nespresso adapter will be handy for lazy mode, but nothing will beat how amazing the Barista kit is. ;)
Hi Dwight, well a pour over just relies on gravity, the Nanopresso generate 18 bars of pressure. You'll probably be using a little more coffee in a pour over which means more caffeine. It also takes a longer. I like both to be honest. I think espresso's work better for making certain drinks like Latte's and Cappacinos. As for the money, I think the Nanopresso is an absolute bargain, especially when you compare it to some of the less portable options. Have a great day.
Hey GadgetViper, my girlfriend and I are looking to purchase the Nanopresso for our camping trips, and I would like to know if you recommend the extra $30 USD to get the Barista Kit or we will good with the rinse-and-reuse single shot Nano. Thanks!
duongly I highly recommend getting the Barista Kit, especially if you like making drinks other than single shot espresso. Since owning the Barista kit, I've not once used the single shot basket. The double shot is perfect for Americano, latte, flat white and cappuccino. Hope you have a great trip :)
Great Vids, I have the full bundle , for ease and portability I find the capsule adapter kit excellent, I have used a Aeropress for years and class the nanopresso a big leap forward.
I totally agree, I was still using the Aeropress until I got the Barista kit, I needed that double shot's worth. I've now got the NS adapter, I'm putting a video together of it over the next week, hopefully you'll enjoy watching it, thanks for watching and have a great day!
Michael Mason just got back from a trip to the woods with it, I'll be editing the footage over the next day or two. Despite Baxter being an absolute menace, I think I've got some good footage of it in action :)
The Nanopresso can be bought on Amazon, I got my one direct from Wacaco, they are based in Hong Kong, buy they deliver pretty quickly and for free. Have a great day :)
A must have for all outdoor baristas. Great Video and a very practical guide to get full value of your Nanopresso and great coffee on the go! We at Operators Coffee Club salute you:-)
Impressive video clip!!!! I just received Nanopresso with the barista kit. Firstly I try single shot. It good with easily extraction. I used coffee 8 g. with grind very fine. then I try to made double shot with coffee 16 g. some coffee bean and same grind level. It is hard to extract, hard to press. The water was quite release. Please advised me , what should I do? Thank you
Hi Pera, I just replied to another guy with a very similar problem, here is what I said (it should help you too) - 'Hi, I would guess that the espresso grind may be a tiny bit too fine, the ideal grind is sort of in-between an espresso and a filter grind. You may be able to get around it taking the small rubber piece out of the nozzle (there is an instruction in the Barista Kit manual, or watch the part 3 where I demo it) this will help the flow a little. If it is still hard to pump, then try putting 0.5g less grinds in the basket and do a slightly lighter tamp, this will also help. If you've got the tamp and weight right for the grind, then it shouldn't be too hard to pump. If it's leaking out of the sides when using the Barista kit, then it's likely that you're are overpumping. Also, take the large orange rubber ring off from around the portafilter and make sure there are no old grinds trapped underneath (this can happen if you have a fine espresso grind) If you've got this issue and you want a little hack to avoid having to redo the basket, try loosening in the portafilter for a second and then tightening it up again, I've found that if I've overpacked the basket or overtamped, this seems to help restore the flow. - Hope that helps'
Hi GadgetViper, How is everything, are you still using your Nanopresso? I bought myself one for Xmas2018. I really liked it and as I got better and better with it I got the Barista kit and it became my favorite way to make coffee on the weekends. I've been using it for months now but I've hit a snag; one that seems like it will forever end my use of the device. To start, I've always used pre-ground lavazza coffee. And I've developed my technique for measuring and tamping this coffee over the course of months. But now suddenly the Nanopresso has become extremely sensitive to becoming over-pressured. If I have any coffee in there, even lightly tamped, the plunger becomes stiff and no espresso comes out. I've tried and tried again to decrease the amount of coffee I use, lighten the tamp, but it's no use. I've checked the filter, it's clean. I disassembled the main body entirely to look for anything out of place, there wasn't. Did you ever run into any problems with your Nanopresso as it aged? At this point It seems like I'll either have to start pulling 4 gram shots, or give up with this device (heartbreaking as it is).
I am still using the Nanopresso (used it yesterday) and it's still going strong. I once had a problem with loss of pressure, this was due to the pump getting tiny bits of limescale in it from the kettle. I resolved it by fast pumping fresh water through after each extraction and it's been fine ever since. Regarding your problem, it sounds to my like the pump is building pressure, but for some reason, there is a block in the flow somewhere between the basket and the portafilter nozzle. Have you tried unscrewing the 3 screws on the portafilter that hold on the stainless steel perforated disc? maybe that's clogged? Also, is there any chance that the preground coffee has a slightly finer grind on this batch? The reason I ask is that I once bought some espresso ground Costa coffee, and it was just a little too fine to use in the Nanopresso. I'm no Nanopresso engineer, but I think the issue is either that the fine grinds are clogging in the portafilter, or that the portafilter has a flow restriction somewhere? - I hope you get to the bottom of it :)
Genuinely nice to hear you haven't had any problems with yours. It's seen a lot more service than mine; I imagine. It does seem like the coffee is the only failing piece of the puzzle, but I have a hard time convincing myself. I might try replacing the entire unit, either on warranty or out of my own pocket, just for my own peace of mind. Thank you very much for the fast response.
I just bought the nanopresso. It was delivered today, and I'll be trying it out tomorrow. I've got the same hand grinder as you and am curious how many clicks you are from completely closed when grinding coffee for the nanopresso.
Hi sir ! I’m a fan of you from Mexico . Do you try an espresso from nespresso vertuoline? I have one machine and I want to know which gadget make a better final result (better body, crema , temperature and flavor )from your perception, please ! Thanks a lot
Does the Barista kit’s water tank have the inner threads that let it screw tight to the nanopresso body? I read a review on Amazon that said it was lacking these and the boiling water’s steam pressure can ‘pop’ the two pieces apart in your hands causing scalds. I noticed the normal water tank does have little locking threads that do prevent separation.
Yes it does, I think the problem they are referring to, is that if you over tighten the threads, it can cause them the wear. This leads to them becoming less effective. As long as your mindful not to overtighten, you'll be fine. If you'd like an even better water tank, check out the Nanovessel (I did a video on it) have a great day
Hiya buddy, thanks very much for your great videos... but i'm having some real dramas with mine!! I'm trying to dial in my grinds and really struggling to press the pump sometimes that I feel like i need to get to the gym 💪🏼 I am using the Hario Mini Slim Pro with a ceramic conical burr grinder, i'm measuring my 16 gms of beans and tamping the grind to 4mm below the lip of the basket as per Wacaco's instructions... Could mine be faulty, because not once have i had an easy extraction with the perfect crema... i'm even getting grinds in my espresso. Please help
Glad you like the videos, I've found the perfect weight depends on the beans your using, sometimes 16grams is a struggle with certain roasts, try slightly less so that you get the same height in the basket, but with a slightly less forceful tamp. If it's still hard to press, then go a little coarser on the grind. The Nanopresso requires a slightly coarser grind than you'd typically use on a big espresso machine. Start of a few clicks coarser and see if the extraction improves, it's likely to flow too quick and be underextracted, but then you can try again one click finer and work toward the sweet spot. I find that the flow from the portafilter gets thinner but remains a constant stream, like a match stick, the moment it becomes a drippy extraction, you've gone too fine. At that point you could try slightly less in the basket. If it's still hard to press even with less weight and a coarser grind, perhaps the portafilter is a little bunged up, I think there are some screws you can undo. Anyway good luck my friend and thanks for watching :)
Martin Fustes The Barista Kit is only available directly from Wacaco at the moment I believe. I bought my one from their website. It does come with free delivery, but I did have to pay VAT/Import charges when it arrived. Delivery took a couple of weeks too. It's worth it though. I'm using the Nanopresso all the time now I can make double shots. I'd imagine it will eventually be available on Amazon.co.uk, however it might not work out much cheaper. The Nanopresso unit is about £20 more expensive on Amazon than it is to buy it from their website. Hope that helps and happy new year.
Hello! I have two questions about the barista kit: 1) can you pull a double shot using the smaller water tank? 2) would the nanopresso with the ring attachment but the smaller water tank fit in the original case? Thanks and please keep up the reviews!
Hi, 1. You can pull a double shot with the smaller water tank, the finished weight will be around 50-55g if you've got the tank full. 2. Unfortunately not, it will fit in the Minipresso case (the previous version to the Nanopresso) but not in the Nanocase. Wacaco are making a new case sometime soon though. Hope that helps :) Have a great weekend
Thank you! I just got the barista kit and you are right it doesn't fit with the smaller water tank (I had to try) BUT it fits if you remove the water cup from the small tank!
michalis9 Wow!!! I did not think to try that!! I don't use the cup anyway, I have a titanium mug I use. So that's perfect! Thank you. When I get around to doing my tips and tricks video, I'll be sure to give you the credit for that one. :)
GadgetViper no problem, glad to be of help! Thanks to your reviews I get to enjoy real espresso at work! And I popped the second double shot basket filled with coffee on the water tank so all I had to carry was just the case! I look forward to the tips and tricks video and please let me know if you make a freddo!
I got my Nanopresso NS Kit today and also found the crema valve. Also without it I get a really nice crema. But the capsule is not opened as good as with a Nespresso machine and I found some ground coffee in my cup, what also not happens with an original Nespresso machine. I would like to see your review of it and also trying without the crema valve.
Araknalam I'm looking forward to trying the Nespresso adapter, hopefully I'll make a video of it early next year. What make of Nespresso pods are you using? When I used the Staresso with Nespresso pods, I found the Starbucks ones worked really well as they have a very thin foil on the top and bottom
I use my Nanopresso in non-pressurized mode, just pump 8-9 times really quickly at the start to build the pressure, then slow it down to 1 pump every second after that.
After I use it for a year after watching your review, I just start to use it in non pressurized mode. But doesn’t really know how to get the best out of it. Thanks for the tip. Have you felt the different?
Hey! Hello! Sorry for my English, I'm from Russia. Please tell me how many clicks the regulator makes on your coffee grinder Hario MSS-1 to get the perfect grinding for NanoPresso. I choose 9 clicks for myself, at 8 in NanoPresso a lot of pressure is created and the coffee turns out bad.
Hi, yes it can, if you like a Lungo, I think some Nespresso pods are made for a larger extraction. With the Barista kit water tank on you'll be able to get about 110g of drink instead of around 55g with the small original tank. Hope that helps, have a great day
Hello and merry Christmas! I've watched the nanopresso video and bought it, after that I've watched this one , and order the barista kit 😄 you have a great charisma and great reviews! Can you make as you promise some barista video? Thanks, and happy holidays to everybody!
Hi, I bought that glass from a local store (Marks and Spenser's in the UK) I've started using a different one though, which I got on Amazon which I think I like even more - geni.us/raxkl They're called 'Judge Espresso Glasses' You can see them on my Nowpresso review. I think they are more sturdy and retain heat better.
Great videos! Lots of good tips, thanks for posting. Im trying to figure out if I should get just the Nanopresso or also add the barista kit, if anyone who has them, can help with some insight: at home I usually make a “latte” using a 3 cup moka (about 4oz/120ml) and adding some milk. I’m a flight attendant, and need something to take on my trips with me. What would give me the closest result? Should I do a double shot basket with the larger barista water tank, or maybe a double shot basket using the short water tank? Or since espresso tends to be a bit stronger than moka, will just a single shot be enough? For me the smaller/least I have to carry, the better, so trying to see if I really need all the extras from the barista kit or not.
Love your videos Really helped me in deciding to buy this product and I love it. I have purchased the whole kit. I'm having a little trouble with the double shot. Took the rubber pressure piece out. I have a fine grind like it says and I fill to the top of the filter then tamp. I get nothing sometimes because of to much pressure build. So I try a coarser grind and get a good pour. But I struggle to get 16 grams in there. Do you double tamp with a coarser grind to get the 16g in? Thanks in advance. Love your work.
Great video as always. Your last video about Nanopresso is what makes me decide to buy a Nanopresso. Thank you so much for the great review. Btw, I got the barista kit also and sometimes have a lil bit problems. After all the preparation step, when I pump, the pressure was getting harder and harder until it was too hard to pump, then it stopped coming out from the portafilter and start leaking from the sides. I'm still wondering what's wrong. Is the ring or portafilter isn't tight enough, or the coffee was tamped too hard on the basket (making it too full or too dense, or just the grind size (it's grind for the espresso size already actually by my local coffee shop, since I still dont have any grinder). Do you ever experience this before? Thank you so much
Hi, I would guess that the espresso grind may be a tiny bit too fine, the ideal grind is sort of in-between an espresso and a filter grind. You may be able to get around it taking the small rubber piece out of the nozzle (there is an instruction in the Barista Kit manual, or watch the part 3 where I demo it) this will help the flow a little. If it is still hard to pump, then try putting 0.5g less grinds in the basket and do a slightly lighter tamp, this will also help. If you've got the tamp and weight right for the grind, then it shouldn't be too hard to pump. If it's leaking out of the sides when using the Barista kit, then it's likely that you're are overpumping. Also, take the large orange rubber ring off from around the portafilter and make sure there are no old grinds trapped underneath (this can happen if you have a fine espresso grind) If you've got this issue and you want a little hack to avoid having to redo the basket, try loosening in the portafilter for a second and then tightening it up again, I've found that if I've overpacked the basket or overtamped, this seems to help restore the flow. - Hope that helps
I don't think you really need to, espresso purists would say a pressurised head is cheating, you'll get a little more crema, but it's superficial, there is no real difference to the flavour. I'd leave it in as it makes it easier to build intial pressure. If you remove it, pump quicker at the start to build the pressure otherwise it will start extracting be little before the optimal pressure is achieved. Hope that helps, tha is for watching :)
Brilliant video..nicely done. Although the middle part's kind a distracting me. I preferred to watch the Nanopresso preparation instead of "the aeropress wabble" (haha, peace!), and had a final impression that you didn't play with the Barista Kit long enough (indoor). But, since you're about to release another sequel to the Nanopresso trilogy, well scratch that. I'll best be on my front row seat then, Good Day Sir.
Great vid like all your others sir Gadget. Why you haven't been picked up yet to do a coffee TV program is beyond me. Or you should do your own and get Presso sponsors. right?
+Peter D you're too kind! Thank you! Maybe some coffee roaster will offer me a free supply of coffee beans, I'd be happy with that ;) Have a great evening
hey just saw your video, good stuff. im actually thinking of buying the bundle just to make my life easier from the start! but do you have a video if how to make that mini stove? thanks! P..S baxter is so switched on! is he mixed labrador?
Thanks, I definitely recommend getting the bundle, I haven't switched back to the single shot once since I got the barista kit. I do have a video on the stove, if you look through my more recent vids you'll see it. Bax is a pure breed but from a working line, so he's leaner and slightly smaller than most regular labs. Thanks for watching and have a happy new year :)
Yes, you can't quite get the grind as fine as an espresso machine, there is a small comprise there, but if you dial your grind down a fine as possible, tamp lightly and get the right amount of coffee in the basket it makes a very drinkable double shot espresso.
@@GadgetViper I see! Now, I am considering buying it! Thanks a lot for your info, I really needed someone that has used it for quite some time to give some of his insight.
Ok so a question from gf, in Brazil my gf adds sugar to the water while its boiling and then pours into a paper filter to make her espresso. Can the nanopresso take the sugar water or will that effect the machine over time? Thanks
Personally I would not put sugar water through the pump, I'd imagine it would leave a sticky residue throughout which will only lead to problems. I guess if she were to pump lots of clean water through afterwards before the sugar water has had a chance to dry then it might be ok, but I wouldn't risk it.
GadgetViper Well, the first time I watched the video was because I was thinking about buying this gadget, the second was to relax 😂😂 Now I need more videos of you talking like this. I'm addicted to your voice 😍 Sorry about my awful English 😅 Regards from Spain 👋👋
I realize this is an older video, but wow your videos are great. Perfect personality for this. Thank you for sharing. I just got mine and was searching for a tutorial on these and found your channel. Will be watching your other videos as well. Thank you!
Thanks for the review :) Question. Post-extraction, the filter’s content is crumbly, not as firm as in your videos. Is that ok or should I change what I am doing?
Marco Triverio try delaying the removal of the basket by a little while, that way the grinds will stay together, likewise if you wait a while before tapping out the puck it will be a solid lump. If you tap the puck out while it's warm and wet then it will crumble. Hope that helps.
i have a really problem with my nanopresso, when i using barista kit my pumping handel half of it stick in and i had to push it out. i don't know what to do to solve it!
Try holding the main body under a running tap (so the underside/ water tank side is facing up) and pump the piston really fast for a minute or so. It sounds like the pump has some sort of obstruction or partial blockage, this might help clear it. If it does, then do this when you're rinsing it off between uses, and it should help maintain a healthy pump. Hope that helps.
cory ridings The Staresso can (if you seriously pack in the coffee) can get around 13.5g in the basket, but it's not ideal, the pump is a task. The Nanopresso with the Barista kit on the other hand is designed to take 16g. The extraction is no more difficult than with it set up for a single shot. So the Nanopresso most definitely has the better yield. As for the filtration, is there a way I can do a comparison test somehow? I'd be more than happy to give it a go and report back with the results?
Great video! really enjoyed the part where you take the product outdoors. Think I'm going to get my Barista Kit as a Christmas gift for myself~ And, I'm quite curious how you manage to make such solid pucks, because I usually get a soft and wet puck in mine😂. Definitely looking forward to the Part 3~
Phoenix Zhou Glad you liked the video, I definitely would treat yourself to the Barista kit, it's awesome. If you're grind is fairly fine and you've tamped it well, then you should get a solid puck. Also try waiting for a few minutes for the puck to dry a little first, that helps too. The Barista Kit comes with really nice tamp that is a big improvement over just using the underside of the filling basket. Thanks for watching, have a great day.
I've tried using fairly fine grind (it's actually pre-ground by illy), but it took too much effort to press the piston, and the puck is still pretty wet. It produced nice extraction and crema though. Also I was wondering, is that "little piece of plastic" the orange rubber ring around the filter?
wow, thank you! I did not find this page in my user manual, i wonder if they removed it. (I bought mine off a retailer in China --where I live-- in October
If it's leaking during the extraction, it may be because your pressure is getting a little too high, this could be due to the grinds being either a little too fine, the tamp being a little too hard or that there's a little too much weight in the basket. I'd try easing back on those three and see if it still leaks. A good sign that you've prepped the basket well is the flow rate during the extraction. If it slow drips, it's probably working a little too hard, I've found that sometimes cause the coffee to leak from the ring. If it's leaking with a good flow, then maybe there's another issue. Hope that helps.
GadgetViper Thank you very much for fast and comprehensive reply, I totally appreciate it. As I found, I press too hard and also my flow is more into drip side than nice flow. I also think that my ROK grinder is pulling inconsistent grinds that may be clogging the machine and causing me to press too hard on it. Sometimes I feel I pull shots at 18 bars haha
@@djmuscleg I've had leaks around the ring occasionally when I've switched to a new coffee, if you're just on the sweet spot of grind,weight and tamp, you'll need to adjust a little each time (to get as close as you can) when it's a slow drip, just dial one of those back a touch :) have a great day
GadgetViper Hey 👋🏼! Finally, I got an answer to this ”ring leaks.” It turns out that Wacaco didn't put too much research into their seals or didn't expect people to preheat the unit without a basket. It appears that the silicone gasket getting too soft after the first preheat, causing it to leak water at the time of extraction. Long story short: there are two ways to solve this problem, first is to preheat the unit with an additional empty basket, and the second is to find a replacement, stronger seals that can withstand the high pressures created. I'll continue experimenting and let you know if I could find compatible seals, especially the one sitting in the cap.
No, I would definitely not attempt that, even on the Staresso, you'll have trouble with left over milk in the piston, you can flush it with water, but still, I'd definitely avoid it. You can get a little battery powered frother, I find they work better. Hope that helps :)
Hi, i know you use freshly boiled water, but does the nanopresso hold hot water in the tank and keep it hot if you need to take it on the move with you?
Most definitely NOT if you wanted to take hot water with you, you would definitely need a separate thermal flask. There is an espresso maker that's just coming onto the market that will heat the water, it's called the Nowpresso. I haven't tested it though so I can't say for sure how it compare to the Nanopresso.
+ROPANZ it's better, the Pressopump's portafilter design is very similar to the Minipresso, the earlier version of Wacaco's portable espresso machine. I think the Nanopresso is step up, especially once you have dialled in your method.
Great video, terrific dog, hail fellow well met. One thing, would have liked to see the "pressure piece of plastic" to be removed (mentioned several times). !
Hey Bob, Thanks for watching, here is a link to the part in the next video where I remove the piece of plastic - th-cam.com/video/GOLk1scDTcM/w-d-xo.html hope that helps, have a great day.
Do you manage to get 16 g of grounds in the double shot baskets? I get 12 g if I level it and then pack it, and up to 14 g if I REALLY pack it... Maybe it's the coffee I'm using (Lavazza, ground as fine as possible)
I've used Lavazza beans and 16g is definitely possible if the grind is right, I tamp my basket so the edge of the Barista tamp is level with the top (the grinds are about 3-4mm lower) The funny thing is, with the AMAZING beans i'm using now (Square Mile) even with a similar coarseness, it's so much further down, I've increased the weight from 16g to around 17.5. If you can't get 16 grams of lavazza beans in, I'd grind it finer until you can.
palino P Thanks! Yes Baxter is a little crazy sometimes, especially in the woods or around water. He jumped in really filthy stagnant water while I was shooting that video, he smelt really bad and made a serious mess of the back seat of my car.
Hi there, I am having trouble getting an extraction with the Barista Kit installed. I have tried 3 times with pour over sort of grind (medium-fine) and changing the tamping pressure (more to less), but it seems to blow the seal anyway and I do not get a single drop of espresso. The only time it worked was with a french press grind (coarse), which, as suspected, did not have any flavor. I see in the instructions that they recommend using it in non-pressurized mode. Have you tried this? I have seen in many videos (including this one) where they do not mention this detail. Pls help!!
Hi Martin, watch the Part 3 video to see a demo of the non pressurised mode. I'd also recommend dropping the weight from 16g down a little, maybe 15.5g some coffee beans extract better with just a little less weight. Hope that helps
Hi GadgetViper, I tried this method with a medium fine grind (8/40 on my Virtuoso, just a tad less of what I use for with my V60) and medium/hard tamp, but it released a lot of sediments to the cup, did not generate any crema and it was too watery/thin. Should I grind finer/tamp harder? If I grind finer, I suspect I will get even more sediments on my cup? Thks!
I wish I had a Virtuoso so that I could compare the grind, it's on my Chrismas list. I haven't noticed much in the way of sediment, If I go too fine the extraction takes too long but I've not noticed much in the way of sediment. If you've removed the rubber (non-pressurized mode) you may get a slightly thinner extraction at the start, I tend to pump fairly quickly for the first 7-8 pumps then slow to about 1 second a pump. I'm surprised there was no crema, that's something my unit has never had issues with. I will say that the grind does need to be medium/fine, if it's too fine (like powder) it will definitely choke it up. If you were to buy a bag or preground Lavazza Caffe Espresso Coffee, that's about the right coarseness. I do hope you find a way of dialling it in that works for you, you might need to try a different coffee, I bought some really nice Red Brick coffee from Square Mile roasters and it was like starting from scratch again to get it right. Good Luck Martin!
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Im a PT in a gym this device is great on the go for me on my busy days i get a quick break make a quick coffee the machine is great so handy fits in my gym back what a life saver
Excellent video! I own 4 namopressos, 2 barista kits, a dulce gusto adaptor , a Pipamoka, and have ordered their new Picopresso. I use these daily and have 3 nanovessels for making latte macchiatos to-go. Happy espresso making !
I like your review style, the real life use and your dog is a plus for this video. I watch many review video for many things and I can say that this is one of the best :)
Prapanya Lerkrat Thanks so much for your kind feedback! I put a little more effort in to this one because I'm such a fan of the product. I'm glad it came out well :) Have a great evening
Very cool video....have a nanopresso on way....the woods look awesome......not quite like that down here in Australia....looking forward to your other videos...
Glad you enjoyed the video :) hope you love the Nano as much as I go :)
Great video! but keep in mind to move the leaves from the spot where you want to make a fire. A 1m x 1m patch is best for alcohol/gas stoves.
Safety first
Very thorough! Can I ask why exactly having two double espresso baskets is useful? And what are the basket lids for? Is it so you carry around pre-ground coffee with you, and use the lid to secure the grounds in?
Love the product. Got mine with NS adapter. Now buying the barista kit.
Very long video, but. Very informative, and enjoyable all the way through, even down to the end with your pup having fun.
David Torres Thanks, I have a terrible habit of waffling, I'm trying my best to keep it to a minimum. I did think about making the trip to the woods its own video, but I decided to lump it all together. I'm glad you made it to the end and enjoyed it. Have a great evening.
Yes! Make it longer. Great video and good subtle comedy.
Thanks :)
Your videos helped me make the decision to get a Nanopresso! I've been using it for two days and absolutely love it. Didn't know about the Barista Kit, but I envision some hand-pumped double shots in my near future.
Joshua Amy glad you like it, the Barista kit is amazing, it's definitely worth getting one at some point. Thanks for watching :)
U r too cool ! That’s what I call : know how to enjoy life to the core.
I bought one today too :)
Seriously so psyched to get my gear after watching your videos. Do a lot of hiking with the family, usually mokka pot coffee for us but this'll be a whole new level.
Best gear reviews I've seen too. Love your style.
Thank you so much for being so thorough in your videos. I almost got the Minipresso earlier this year. I'm so glad I waited and just recently ordered the Nanopresso Barista Bundle on sale at their website $99. Keep up the good work!
SolidSmud thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice comment, I'm glad my videos helped you make the right choice (which you definitely did) have a great evening .
Great video! Your original video is what convinced me to buy the Nanopresso and I'm so glad I did. I use the same Hario mini mill as you and I happened to find out the bottom of the clear plastic base works perfectly as a tamp for the grinds basket!! ! So if you ever forget your tamp try it out.
Cool! Thanks for tip with the Hario base! that will definitely come in handy
Damn, I bought Nanopresso after I watch your review in part 1 and not regret it, it's great little device.
Now I definitely need Barista kit after I watch this just because single shot wasn't enough for me.
btw, nice video man
Thanks! There's a third one as well and I demo the Barista Kit in the non-pressurised mode, that's how I use the Nanopresso these days. Thanks for watching :)
I use the barista ring and large cup but use the Nespresso adaptor and Lungo capsules - gives easy use and disposal when on the move for a 110ml lungo coffee.
So as you promised to tell us how to make this neat little oven... I'm curious. Would be interested where to buy the titanium mug and what else is needed.
Thanks for this gread video!
Thank you.. I will ba waiting for the separate Nanopresso video.
+medicnardRN Your welcome, thank you for taking the time to watch it, have a great evening :)
A really great video. I bought the Nanopresso after your review.
Tom Thorpe Thanks friend, I appreciate the feedback, have a great day :)
Great video! I love you're demonstration of making a cup in the woods!
Machine Xp I'm glad you liked it, thanks for watching, have a great evening
Informative and entertaining. Baxter is adorable❣️
Your videos made me buy a nanopresso and barista kit i only use ground espresso coffee out of connivence at work i used the lavazza expresso was extracting fine, now i wanted something a little stronger so i tried the illy espresso intense i get decent pull on single but when i use the double i get dripping not good flow lot more pressure and the puk is really saturated, i haven’t got a clue about coffee i even had to spell check how to spell it lol, if you know where im going wrong or just wrong grind i would appreciate it cheers
Hi Friend, I've used both, if memory serves me correctly, the Lavazza espresso pulled way better. I'd say the reason is that the Illy has a slightly finer grind. You'll need to reduce the amount you add to the basket and tamp lightly, this should help improve the flow rate. I try and aim for a steady flow slightly thicker than a match stick, once the flow becomes drippy its either because there's too much coffee in the basket or the grind is too fine, as it's pre-ground, your only real option is to add a little less than you would with the Lavazza. Hope that helps :)
Holding croissant and saying "hihihi↗" lol makes me click the buy button on wacaco
hahaha, my schoolboy giggle - you're never too old to get excited over a cake ;) Thanks for watching!
Great review. Received the full set as a present, and invested in a manual grinder. I've found that grinding pre-ground coffee actually tastes pretty good. Thinking of using a cheap electric grinder to save some time, then doing the final grind manually.
I'll give you a thumbs up just for the introduction!
Great video !! Very informative. Could you make a video on how to make the alcohol stove? thanks ! :)
Here you go: th-cam.com/video/RrQaBAk0abU/w-d-xo.html have a great new year :)
Ok, so.. if I understand right I can buy the nanopresso, and the barista kit and keep using the smaller original water tank? that will be enough to make a good americano? 50-60g of extraction?
It's perfect, 16g of coffee for about 55g of drink. Then add additional hot water directly to the cup (around 300-350ml total) until you get the strength you like best. The reason I like using the small tank, is that I can always get a consistent amount by filling it to the top. Hope that helps :)
@@GadgetViper Thanks! that sounds great. And thanks for the videos, I've watched your videos about the nanopresso.. and now I am going to buy one :) it seems like a good thing to replace the aeropress for traveling.
cheers mate, I've been trying to decide whether I should get the barista kit or the ns adapter with a re-usable capsule.
barista kit it is, your video has convinced me just how useful it is
Stuart Summerfield good choice ;) it's awesome. by the way, I've just got the Nespresso adapter, I'll be testing that out over the next week and I'll make a video of that too. The Nespresso adapter will be handy for lazy mode, but nothing will beat how amazing the Barista kit is. ;)
GadgetViper looking forward to the video. Ordered the barista kit this evening
I’m tempted, but seem to get fine results with a simple pour over. Do you find that the espresso is that much better? $100 better?
Hi Dwight, well a pour over just relies on gravity, the Nanopresso generate 18 bars of pressure. You'll probably be using a little more coffee in a pour over which means more caffeine. It also takes a longer. I like both to be honest. I think espresso's work better for making certain drinks like Latte's and Cappacinos. As for the money, I think the Nanopresso is an absolute bargain, especially when you compare it to some of the less portable options. Have a great day.
Hey GadgetViper, my girlfriend and I are looking to purchase the Nanopresso for our camping trips, and I would like to know if you recommend the extra $30 USD to get the Barista Kit or we will good with the rinse-and-reuse single shot Nano. Thanks!
duongly I highly recommend getting the Barista Kit, especially if you like making drinks other than single shot espresso. Since owning the Barista kit, I've not once used the single shot basket. The double shot is perfect for Americano, latte, flat white and cappuccino. Hope you have a great trip :)
Excellent video and presentation 👍
Great Vids, I have the full bundle , for ease and portability I find the capsule adapter kit excellent, I have used a Aeropress for years and class the nanopresso a big leap forward.
I totally agree, I was still using the Aeropress until I got the Barista kit, I needed that double shot's worth. I've now got the NS adapter, I'm putting a video together of it over the next week, hopefully you'll enjoy watching it, thanks for watching and have a great day!
Looking forward to it to see your take on it.
Michael Mason just got back from a trip to the woods with it, I'll be editing the footage over the next day or two. Despite Baxter being an absolute menace, I think I've got some good footage of it in action :)
the intro was brilliant. And your review is pretty much selling me on this product. Nice work!
Just ordered the base model thanks to your videos. Plan on getting both the add ons though.
Thanks!
Hi great video. What grinder are you using or recommend
Cool videos about this practical portable coffee maker. May I ask where did you buy it (nanopresso) pls? Thanks in advance.
The Nanopresso can be bought on Amazon, I got my one direct from Wacaco, they are based in Hong Kong, buy they deliver pretty quickly and for free. Have a great day :)
Wondered what the use was in pressing out the holes in the windshield? Thanks
This video is the BUSINESS!! GO BAXTER
Very-very nice and useful review! Thank you! I've just got my Nanopresso. And now I believe I'll enjoy it.
A must have for all outdoor baristas. Great Video and a very practical guide to get full value of your Nanopresso and great coffee on the go! We at Operators Coffee Club salute you:-)
+Operators Coffee Club Thanks for your kind feedback, and I hope you all have an awesome New Year
Great video, thanks. We just ordered the nanopresso and I wanted some tips how to operate it. We have the handpresso also.
Really enjoyed this video, I'm getting mine in two weeks...
Impressive video clip!!!!
I just received Nanopresso with the barista kit.
Firstly I try single shot. It good with easily extraction.
I used coffee 8 g. with grind very fine.
then I try to made double shot with coffee 16 g.
some coffee bean and same grind level.
It is hard to extract, hard to press.
The water was quite release.
Please advised me , what should I do?
Thank you
Hi Pera, I just replied to another guy with a very similar problem, here is what I said (it should help you too) - 'Hi, I would guess that the espresso grind may be a tiny bit too fine, the ideal grind is sort of in-between an espresso and a filter grind. You may be able to get around it taking the small rubber piece out of the nozzle (there is an instruction in the Barista Kit manual, or watch the part 3 where I demo it) this will help the flow a little. If it is still hard to pump, then try putting 0.5g less grinds in the basket and do a slightly lighter tamp, this will also help. If you've got the tamp and weight right for the grind, then it shouldn't be too hard to pump. If it's leaking out of the sides when using the Barista kit, then it's likely that you're are overpumping. Also, take the large orange rubber ring off from around the portafilter and make sure there are no old grinds trapped underneath (this can happen if you have a fine espresso grind) If you've got this issue and you want a little hack to avoid having to redo the basket, try loosening in the portafilter for a second and then tightening it up again, I've found that if I've overpacked the basket or overtamped, this seems to help restore the flow. - Hope that helps'
Hi GadgetViper,
How is everything, are you still using your Nanopresso? I bought myself one for Xmas2018. I really liked it and as I got better and better with it I got the Barista kit and it became my favorite way to make coffee on the weekends. I've been using it for months now but I've hit a snag; one that seems like it will forever end my use of the device.
To start, I've always used pre-ground lavazza coffee. And I've developed my technique for measuring and tamping this coffee over the course of months. But now suddenly the Nanopresso has become extremely sensitive to becoming over-pressured. If I have any coffee in there, even lightly tamped, the plunger becomes stiff and no espresso comes out.
I've tried and tried again to decrease the amount of coffee I use, lighten the tamp, but it's no use. I've checked the filter, it's clean. I disassembled the main body entirely to look for anything out of place, there wasn't.
Did you ever run into any problems with your Nanopresso as it aged? At this point It seems like I'll either have to start pulling 4 gram shots, or give up with this device (heartbreaking as it is).
I am still using the Nanopresso (used it yesterday) and it's still going strong. I once had a problem with loss of pressure, this was due to the pump getting tiny bits of limescale in it from the kettle. I resolved it by fast pumping fresh water through after each extraction and it's been fine ever since. Regarding your problem, it sounds to my like the pump is building pressure, but for some reason, there is a block in the flow somewhere between the basket and the portafilter nozzle. Have you tried unscrewing the 3 screws on the portafilter that hold on the stainless steel perforated disc? maybe that's clogged? Also, is there any chance that the preground coffee has a slightly finer grind on this batch? The reason I ask is that I once bought some espresso ground Costa coffee, and it was just a little too fine to use in the Nanopresso. I'm no Nanopresso engineer, but I think the issue is either that the fine grinds are clogging in the portafilter, or that the portafilter has a flow restriction somewhere? - I hope you get to the bottom of it :)
Genuinely nice to hear you haven't had any problems with yours. It's seen a lot more service than mine; I imagine. It does seem like the coffee is the only failing piece of the puzzle, but I have a hard time convincing myself. I might try replacing the entire unit, either on warranty or out of my own pocket, just for my own peace of mind.
Thank you very much for the fast response.
thanks mate, I bought one on the back of this video
I just bought the nanopresso. It was delivered today, and I'll be trying it out tomorrow. I've got the same hand grinder as you and am curious how many clicks you are from completely closed when grinding coffee for the nanopresso.
Not sure if they are all the same regarding the amount of clicks, but I think mine is 4 or 5 clicks from fully tightened
Thanks. I set it on 8-10 for aeropress, so about half that sounds reasonable. I'll start with 5 👍
Hi sir ! I’m a fan of you from Mexico . Do you try an espresso from nespresso vertuoline? I have one machine and I want to know which gadget make a better final result (better body, crema , temperature and flavor )from your perception, please ! Thanks a lot
Great video mate, thanks very much
Does the Barista kit’s water tank have the inner threads that let it screw tight to the nanopresso body? I read a review on Amazon that said it was lacking these and the boiling water’s steam pressure can ‘pop’ the two pieces apart in your hands causing scalds. I noticed the normal water tank does have little locking threads that do prevent separation.
Yes it does, I think the problem they are referring to, is that if you over tighten the threads, it can cause them the wear. This leads to them becoming less effective. As long as your mindful not to overtighten, you'll be fine. If you'd like an even better water tank, check out the Nanovessel (I did a video on it) have a great day
Good review as always. :) very much looking forward to your Nanopresso NS adapter review.
Hilux Jase Thanks for watching :)
Hi! Could you do a comparison between the nanopresso vs staresso? please and thanks!
Love the Cheeky Croissant... excellent video, thanks mate :)
Hiya buddy, thanks very much for your great videos... but i'm having some real dramas with mine!! I'm trying to dial in my grinds and really struggling to press the pump sometimes that I feel like i need to get to the gym 💪🏼 I am using the Hario Mini Slim Pro with a ceramic conical burr grinder, i'm measuring my 16 gms of beans and tamping the grind to 4mm below the lip of the basket as per Wacaco's instructions... Could mine be faulty, because not once have i had an easy extraction with the perfect crema... i'm even getting grinds in my espresso. Please help
Glad you like the videos, I've found the perfect weight depends on the beans your using, sometimes 16grams is a struggle with certain roasts, try slightly less so that you get the same height in the basket, but with a slightly less forceful tamp. If it's still hard to press, then go a little coarser on the grind. The Nanopresso requires a slightly coarser grind than you'd typically use on a big espresso machine. Start of a few clicks coarser and see if the extraction improves, it's likely to flow too quick and be underextracted, but then you can try again one click finer and work toward the sweet spot. I find that the flow from the portafilter gets thinner but remains a constant stream, like a match stick, the moment it becomes a drippy extraction, you've gone too fine. At that point you could try slightly less in the basket. If it's still hard to press even with less weight and a coarser grind, perhaps the portafilter is a little bunged up, I think there are some screws you can undo. Anyway good luck my friend and thanks for watching :)
GadgetViper Thanks for replying so quickly mate. I’ll give that a little try and see how I get on 😊👍🏼☕️
I love my nanopresso. Thanks for the tips
Enjoyed your video enormously, and it convinced me to go for the barista kit too, but where did you source yours? Can’t seem to find any UK stockists.
Martin Fustes The Barista Kit is only available directly from Wacaco at the moment I believe. I bought my one from their website. It does come with free delivery, but I did have to pay VAT/Import charges when it arrived. Delivery took a couple of weeks too. It's worth it though. I'm using the Nanopresso all the time now I can make double shots. I'd imagine it will eventually be available on Amazon.co.uk, however it might not work out much cheaper. The Nanopresso unit is about £20 more expensive on Amazon than it is to buy it from their website. Hope that helps and happy new year.
Thanks for your reply - order placed! Happy New Year.
Hello! I have two questions about the barista kit:
1) can you pull a double shot using the smaller water tank?
2) would the nanopresso with the ring attachment but the smaller water tank fit in the original case?
Thanks and please keep up the reviews!
Hi, 1. You can pull a double shot with the smaller water tank, the finished weight will be around 50-55g if you've got the tank full. 2. Unfortunately not, it will fit in the Minipresso case (the previous version to the Nanopresso) but not in the Nanocase. Wacaco are making a new case sometime soon though. Hope that helps :) Have a great weekend
Thank you! I just got the barista kit and you are right it doesn't fit with the smaller water tank (I had to try) BUT it fits if you remove the water cup from the small tank!
michalis9 Wow!!! I did not think to try that!! I don't use the cup anyway, I have a titanium mug I use. So that's perfect! Thank you. When I get around to doing my tips and tricks video, I'll be sure to give you the credit for that one. :)
GadgetViper no problem, glad to be of help! Thanks to your reviews I get to enjoy real espresso at work! And I popped the second double shot basket filled with coffee on the water tank so all I had to carry was just the case! I look forward to the tips and tricks video and please let me know if you make a freddo!
Not a product for me I think but thanks for the video, I think it shows it will work well for those that must have espresso when hiking.
Yes, I'm a huge fan of the Aeropress for hiking, unless someone just HAS to have espresso, then the Aeropress would be a better option.
i am late viewer of this clip... like it a lot and got a Nanopresso with A barista kit.. good it is very good
I got my Nanopresso NS Kit today and also found the crema valve. Also without it I get a really nice crema. But the capsule is not opened as good as with a Nespresso machine and I found some ground coffee in my cup, what also not happens with an original Nespresso machine. I would like to see your review of it and also trying without the crema valve.
Just found out, that the capsules are opened very good without the crema valve. But still found some groud coffee in my cup.
Araknalam I'm looking forward to trying the Nespresso adapter, hopefully I'll make a video of it early next year. What make of Nespresso pods are you using? When I used the Staresso with Nespresso pods, I found the Starbucks ones worked really well as they have a very thin foil on the top and bottom
I am using original Nespresso capsules only, as recommended in the instructions booklet of the NS adapter. My favourite ones are Roma and Arpeggio.
Hi Baxter. Have you ever used this thing in non-pressurized mode? What do you think?
I use my Nanopresso in non-pressurized mode, just pump 8-9 times really quickly at the start to build the pressure, then slow it down to 1 pump every second after that.
After I use it for a year after watching your review, I just start to use it in non pressurized mode. But doesn’t really know how to get the best out of it. Thanks for the tip. Have you felt the different?
GadgetViper, how would comment on the non pressurized mode for nanopresso, is coffee better from this mode?
Hey! Hello! Sorry for my English, I'm from Russia. Please tell me how many clicks the regulator makes on your coffee grinder Hario MSS-1 to get the perfect grinding for NanoPresso. I choose 9 clicks for myself, at 8 in NanoPresso a lot of pressure is created and the coffee turns out bad.
Great series of videos. Can the Barista kit tank be used with the NS Adapter?
Hi, yes it can, if you like a Lungo, I think some Nespresso pods are made for a larger extraction. With the Barista kit water tank on you'll be able to get about 110g of drink instead of around 55g with the small original tank. Hope that helps, have a great day
Hello and merry Christmas! I've watched the nanopresso video and bought it, after that I've watched this one , and order the barista kit 😄 you have a great charisma and great reviews! Can you make as you promise some barista video? Thanks, and happy holidays to everybody!
Hey nice review !
I m curious about how many water you add to your double shot to get an Americano ?
Can you make a single shot with the barista double shot ring attached?
Does this work with my nanopresso lim ed winter journey????
Nice espresso glass you have there. May I know what brand is that?
Hi, I bought that glass from a local store (Marks and Spenser's in the UK) I've started using a different one though, which I got on Amazon which I think I like even more - geni.us/raxkl They're called 'Judge Espresso Glasses' You can see them on my Nowpresso review. I think they are more sturdy and retain heat better.
Great videos! Lots of good tips, thanks for posting. Im trying to figure out if I should get just the Nanopresso or also add the barista kit, if anyone who has them, can help with some insight: at home I usually make a “latte” using a 3 cup moka (about 4oz/120ml) and adding some milk. I’m a flight attendant, and need something to take on my trips with me. What would give me the closest result? Should I do a double shot basket with the larger barista water tank, or maybe a double shot basket using the short water tank? Or since espresso tends to be a bit stronger than moka, will just a single shot be enough? For me the smaller/least I have to carry, the better, so trying to see if I really need all the extras from the barista kit or not.
Love your videos
Really helped me in deciding to buy this product and I love it. I have purchased the whole kit. I'm having a little trouble with the double shot. Took the rubber pressure piece out. I have a fine grind like it says and I fill to the top of the filter then tamp. I get nothing sometimes because of to much pressure build. So I try a coarser grind and get a good pour. But I struggle to get 16 grams in there. Do you double tamp with a coarser grind to get the 16g in? Thanks in advance. Love your work.
Nice video, enjoyed the outdoor bit.
Great video as always. Your last video about Nanopresso is what makes me decide to buy a Nanopresso. Thank you so much for the great review. Btw, I got the barista kit also and sometimes have a lil bit problems. After all the preparation step, when I pump, the pressure was getting harder and harder until it was too hard to pump, then it stopped coming out from the portafilter and start leaking from the sides. I'm still wondering what's wrong. Is the ring or portafilter isn't tight enough, or the coffee was tamped too hard on the basket (making it too full or too dense, or just the grind size (it's grind for the espresso size already actually by my local coffee shop, since I still dont have any grinder). Do you ever experience this before? Thank you so much
Hi, I would guess that the espresso grind may be a tiny bit too fine, the ideal grind is sort of in-between an espresso and a filter grind. You may be able to get around it taking the small rubber piece out of the nozzle (there is an instruction in the Barista Kit manual, or watch the part 3 where I demo it) this will help the flow a little. If it is still hard to pump, then try putting 0.5g less grinds in the basket and do a slightly lighter tamp, this will also help. If you've got the tamp and weight right for the grind, then it shouldn't be too hard to pump. If it's leaking out of the sides when using the Barista kit, then it's likely that you're are overpumping. Also, take the large orange rubber ring off from around the portafilter and make sure there are no old grinds trapped underneath (this can happen if you have a fine espresso grind) If you've got this issue and you want a little hack to avoid having to redo the basket, try loosening in the portafilter for a second and then tightening it up again, I've found that if I've overpacked the basket or overtamped, this seems to help restore the flow. - Hope that helps
GadgetViper Thank you so much for the reply and the advices! I'll definitely try it! Thank you and have a good day!
did you dimount the rubber on the spring by using of the Batista kit?
I don't think you really need to, espresso purists would say a pressurised head is cheating, you'll get a little more crema, but it's superficial, there is no real difference to the flavour. I'd leave it in as it makes it easier to build intial pressure. If you remove it, pump quicker at the start to build the pressure otherwise it will start extracting be little before the optimal pressure is achieved. Hope that helps, tha is for watching :)
Brilliant video..nicely done.
Although the middle part's kind a distracting me. I preferred to watch the Nanopresso preparation instead of "the aeropress wabble" (haha, peace!), and had a final impression that you didn't play with the Barista Kit long enough (indoor).
But, since you're about to release another sequel to the Nanopresso trilogy, well scratch that. I'll best be on my front row seat then, Good Day Sir.
Great vid like all your others sir Gadget. Why you haven't been picked up yet to do a coffee TV program is beyond me. Or you should do your own and get Presso sponsors. right?
+Peter D you're too kind! Thank you! Maybe some coffee roaster will offer me a free supply of coffee beans, I'd be happy with that ;) Have a great evening
hey just saw your video, good stuff. im actually thinking of buying the bundle just to make my life easier from the start!
but do you have a video if how to make that mini stove?
thanks!
P..S baxter is so switched on! is he mixed labrador?
Thanks, I definitely recommend getting the bundle, I haven't switched back to the single shot once since I got the barista kit. I do have a video on the stove, if you look through my more recent vids you'll see it. Bax is a pure breed but from a working line, so he's leaner and slightly smaller than most regular labs. Thanks for watching and have a happy new year :)
So from your experience you would say that it makes a real espresso and not just black coffee?
Yes, you can't quite get the grind as fine as an espresso machine, there is a small comprise there, but if you dial your grind down a fine as possible, tamp lightly and get the right amount of coffee in the basket it makes a very drinkable double shot espresso.
@@GadgetViper I see! Now, I am considering buying it! Thanks a lot for your info, I really needed someone that has used it for quite some time to give some of his insight.
Ok so a question from gf, in Brazil my gf adds sugar to the water while its boiling and then pours into a paper filter to make her espresso. Can the nanopresso take the sugar water or will that effect the machine over time? Thanks
Personally I would not put sugar water through the pump, I'd imagine it would leave a sticky residue throughout which will only lead to problems. I guess if she were to pump lots of clean water through afterwards before the sugar water has had a chance to dry then it might be ok, but I wouldn't risk it.
Thumbs up! great review! ok I am coming with my empty mug! It's tempting!
Your voice and way to talk is so relaxing 😉😊
Bless you! Hopefully I don't send too many people to sleep while they're watching ;)
GadgetViper Well, the first time I watched the video was because I was thinking about buying this gadget, the second was to relax 😂😂
Now I need more videos of you talking like this. I'm addicted to your voice 😍
Sorry about my awful English 😅
Regards from Spain 👋👋
I realize this is an older video, but wow your videos are great. Perfect personality for this. Thank you for sharing. I just got mine and was searching for a tutorial on these and found your channel. Will be watching your other videos as well. Thank you!
Can you review the coffeejack?
REALLY nice video.. thanks man. So refreshing. Can you please tell me what camera you use for these vlogs? Thnx
Tim Whittaker Thanks! I use a Canon 70D with a 24mm pancake lens. Have a great day.
Thanks for the review :)
Question. Post-extraction, the filter’s content is crumbly, not as firm as in your videos.
Is that ok or should I change what I am doing?
Marco Triverio try delaying the removal of the basket by a little while, that way the grinds will stay together, likewise if you wait a while before tapping out the puck it will be a solid lump. If you tap the puck out while it's warm and wet then it will crumble. Hope that helps.
GadgetViper Makes sense! Thank you :)
Happy to help, have a great day!
For how long will the water remain hot in order to make an espresso?
Love your clips. Brilliant. Cheers! (PS - I have bought both products based largely on your recommendation, and demonstrations.
Cheers!
Like how you tease poor Baxter on a look out for squirrels
I've had to stop, he is getting too fast and too sneaky for them. I tease him with ducks now instead, they have a far better chance to escape ;)
i have a really problem with my nanopresso, when i using barista kit my pumping handel half of it stick in and i had to push it out. i don't know what to do to solve it!
Try holding the main body under a running tap (so the underside/ water tank side is facing up) and pump the piston really fast for a minute or so. It sounds like the pump has some sort of obstruction or partial blockage, this might help clear it. If it does, then do this when you're rinsing it off between uses, and it should help maintain a healthy pump. Hope that helps.
Staresso vs nanapresso
Who would you says wins?
Who has the Strongest yield and filtration?
cory ridings The Staresso can (if you seriously pack in the coffee) can get around 13.5g in the basket, but it's not ideal, the pump is a task. The Nanopresso with the Barista kit on the other hand is designed to take 16g. The extraction is no more difficult than with it set up for a single shot. So the Nanopresso most definitely has the better yield. As for the filtration, is there a way I can do a comparison test somehow? I'd be more than happy to give it a go and report back with the results?
Great video! really enjoyed the part where you take the product outdoors. Think I'm going to get my Barista Kit as a Christmas gift for myself~ And, I'm quite curious how you manage to make such solid pucks, because I usually get a soft and wet puck in mine😂. Definitely looking forward to the Part 3~
Phoenix Zhou Glad you liked the video, I definitely would treat yourself to the Barista kit, it's awesome. If you're grind is fairly fine and you've tamped it well, then you should get a solid puck. Also try waiting for a few minutes for the puck to dry a little first, that helps too. The Barista Kit comes with really nice tamp that is a big improvement over just using the underside of the filling basket. Thanks for watching, have a great day.
I've tried using fairly fine grind (it's actually pre-ground by illy), but it took too much effort to press the piston, and the puck is still pretty wet. It produced nice extraction and crema though. Also I was wondering, is that "little piece of plastic" the orange rubber ring around the filter?
No, it's in the centre part of the Portafilter near the spring, take a look at this picture - i.imgur.com/lZbi5ow.jpg
wow, thank you! I did not find this page in my user manual, i wonder if they removed it. (I bought mine off a retailer in China --where I live-- in October
oops, just checked the wacaco site and found out it's in the Barista Kit manual, sorry~
Hey! Any chance you know how to fix a leak from the adapter ring? Probably it’s coming from the basket seal...
If it's leaking during the extraction, it may be because your pressure is getting a little too high, this could be due to the grinds being either a little too fine, the tamp being a little too hard or that there's a little too much weight in the basket. I'd try easing back on those three and see if it still leaks. A good sign that you've prepped the basket well is the flow rate during the extraction. If it slow drips, it's probably working a little too hard, I've found that sometimes cause the coffee to leak from the ring. If it's leaking with a good flow, then maybe there's another issue. Hope that helps.
GadgetViper Thank you very much for fast and comprehensive reply, I totally appreciate it. As I found, I press too hard and also my flow is more into drip side than nice flow. I also think that my ROK grinder is pulling inconsistent grinds that may be clogging the machine and causing me to press too hard on it. Sometimes I feel I pull shots at 18 bars haha
@@djmuscleg I've had leaks around the ring occasionally when I've switched to a new coffee, if you're just on the sweet spot of grind,weight and tamp, you'll need to adjust a little each time (to get as close as you can) when it's a slow drip, just dial one of those back a touch :) have a great day
GadgetViper Will try. Have a great day too :)
GadgetViper Hey 👋🏼! Finally, I got an answer to this ”ring leaks.” It turns out that Wacaco didn't put too much research into their seals or didn't expect people to preheat the unit without a basket. It appears that the silicone gasket getting too soft after the first preheat, causing it to leak water at the time of extraction. Long story short: there are two ways to solve this problem, first is to preheat the unit with an additional empty basket, and the second is to find a replacement, stronger seals that can withstand the high pressures created. I'll continue experimenting and let you know if I could find compatible seals, especially the one sitting in the cap.
Can Nanopresso make frothing milk as what Staresso do?
No, I would definitely not attempt that, even on the Staresso, you'll have trouble with left over milk in the piston, you can flush it with water, but still, I'd definitely avoid it. You can get a little battery powered frother, I find they work better. Hope that helps :)
@@GadgetViper thank you for ur info. Appreciated that.
Hi, i know you use freshly boiled water, but does the nanopresso hold hot water in the tank and keep it hot if you need to take it on the move with you?
Most definitely NOT if you wanted to take hot water with you, you would definitely need a separate thermal flask. There is an espresso maker that's just coming onto the market that will heat the water, it's called the Nowpresso. I haven't tested it though so I can't say for sure how it compare to the Nanopresso.
How is the espresso quality compared to the pressopump?
+ROPANZ it's better, the Pressopump's portafilter design is very similar to the Minipresso, the earlier version of Wacaco's portable espresso machine. I think the Nanopresso is step up, especially once you have dialled in your method.
GadgetViper understood! I think I will get the nanopresso barista bundle then, thank you !
ROPANZ you won't be disappointed, It's an awesome product, let me know what you think of it once you've tried it out. Have a great evening
Can we use this also for miniespresso?
Unfortunately, I don't think the Minipresso has enough pressure for a double shot.
Great video, terrific dog, hail fellow well met. One thing, would have liked to see the "pressure piece of plastic" to be removed (mentioned several times). !
Hey Bob, Thanks for watching, here is a link to the part in the next video where I remove the piece of plastic - th-cam.com/video/GOLk1scDTcM/w-d-xo.html hope that helps, have a great day.
I have that exact grinder - how many clicks do you set it at for this grind?
Me too, what's yours?
Do you manage to get 16 g of grounds in the double shot baskets? I get 12 g if I level it and then pack it, and up to 14 g if I REALLY pack it... Maybe it's the coffee I'm using (Lavazza, ground as fine as possible)
I've used Lavazza beans and 16g is definitely possible if the grind is right, I tamp my basket so the edge of the Barista tamp is level with the top (the grinds are about 3-4mm lower) The funny thing is, with the AMAZING beans i'm using now (Square Mile) even with a similar coarseness, it's so much further down, I've increased the weight from 16g to around 17.5. If you can't get 16 grams of lavazza beans in, I'd grind it finer until you can.
Wow! I don't think I get get the grind any finer - I'm using a turkish coffee grinder... I think I'll buy some ground coffee and check.
michalis9 I have had the same issue, have you found the solution?
Nice video from outside , haha funny dog 😂
palino P Thanks! Yes Baxter is a little crazy sometimes, especially in the woods or around water. He jumped in really filthy stagnant water while I was shooting that video, he smelt really bad and made a serious mess of the back seat of my car.
Hi there, I am having trouble getting an extraction with the Barista Kit installed. I have tried 3 times with pour over sort of grind (medium-fine) and changing the tamping pressure (more to less), but it seems to blow the seal anyway and I do not get a single drop of espresso. The only time it worked was with a french press grind (coarse), which, as suspected, did not have any flavor. I see in the instructions that they recommend using it in non-pressurized mode. Have you tried this? I have seen in many videos (including this one) where they do not mention this detail. Pls help!!
Hi Martin, watch the Part 3 video to see a demo of the non pressurised mode. I'd also recommend dropping the weight from 16g down a little, maybe 15.5g some coffee beans extract better with just a little less weight. Hope that helps
Hi GadgetViper, thanks for your prompt reply. I will try both and will let you know. Thanks for reviews!!
Hi GadgetViper, I tried this method with a medium fine grind (8/40 on my Virtuoso, just a tad less of what I use for with my V60) and medium/hard tamp, but it released a lot of sediments to the cup, did not generate any crema and it was too watery/thin. Should I grind finer/tamp harder? If I grind finer, I suspect I will get even more sediments on my cup?
Thks!
I wish I had a Virtuoso so that I could compare the grind, it's on my Chrismas list. I haven't noticed much in the way of sediment, If I go too fine the extraction takes too long but I've not noticed much in the way of sediment. If you've removed the rubber (non-pressurized mode) you may get a slightly thinner extraction at the start, I tend to pump fairly quickly for the first 7-8 pumps then slow to about 1 second a pump. I'm surprised there was no crema, that's something my unit has never had issues with. I will say that the grind does need to be medium/fine, if it's too fine (like powder) it will definitely choke it up. If you were to buy a bag or preground Lavazza Caffe Espresso Coffee, that's about the right coarseness. I do hope you find a way of dialling it in that works for you, you might need to try a different coffee, I bought some really nice Red Brick coffee from Square Mile roasters and it was like starting from scratch again to get it right. Good Luck Martin!