On the other hand, if a heavier espresso maker is not an issue, the Nespresso Mini Espresso machine or Flair Espresso maker are great options. I toyed with the unit and discovered that if I loosened the portafilter after I’d pumped for a while, then tightened it back up, it would begin building pressure and extracting as it always did. The times when it seemed shocking to be asking for 2 dollars for your morning caffeine fix are long gone and now many of us can’t imagine our lives without it.

Staresso Review: An Impressive Portable Espresso Maker Staresso Review: An Impressive Portable Espresso Maker

Whether it’s a complex pour-over or a robust espresso, my insights cater to those who don’t just drink coffee, but experience it. However, that extra expense is worth it for the thoughtfully designed, capable machine that pulls authentic espresso. Over the last few days, I’ve been experimenting with the grind and I’ve taken it from one extreme to the other. Hi Bob, I think I just replied to your comment on YouTube but here is the link to the part on my video where I remove the piece from the portafilter – https://youtu. From scrutinizing particle fineness to evaluating burr shapes, I delve into the minutiae that elevate coffee from good to exceptional.BTW, re: the Nanopresso, can you clarify your reference to brewing with and without “pressure”, something about a small plastic bit that can be removed (which small plastic bit…? Whether you’re not able to entertain a blimp-sized domestic espresso machine or just on the go so much that home means more than one place, the Nanopresso is a surprisingly worthy contender. The Nomad, which grew out of a Kickstarter campaign, is made mostly of solid metal, which gives it a sturdy feel some of our other options lack.

WACACO Nanopresso Portable Espresso Maker Bundled with NS

So, to sum up our Staresso review: a great all-round handheld espresso maker that makes quality coffee. The Nomad’s built-in pressure gauge provides constant feedback so that you can extract perfectly every time. But can a portable espresso maker that fits in your hand, costing a fraction of a premium espresso machine, really be that good? If you’re not discouraged by their not-so-easy-to-pack designs, our favorites are the Handpresso Wild Hybrid and Flair Signature Espresso Maker which are not built as compactly but their coffee is exceptional. I use it with the Barista kit (double shot) as the Handpresso Auto only offers a single shot and that just doesn’t seem to be enough for me.Once you’ve got your grind right, it will make a great single shot and it has a really robust build quality. Alternatively, if the pre-ground is too course, just tamp it a little harder than you usually would and it should slow the extraction down. Since then, coffee has taken me on countless adventures: From ancient coffee ceremonies in Ethiopia to the volcanos of Sumatra. It’s lightweight and moulded perfectly to house the device without taking up hardly any additional space.