Hi all, thanks for letting me join your web site.
Once again a newbie throws in silly questions.
Ive been doing some research on coffee machines in the last couple of weeks - ever since i decided to upgrade my machine. Too embarassed to say what I had but needless to say it was cheap +++
I didnt want to spend a huge amount so i decided upon a Breville ikon BES400 ($399) with a conical burr grinder ($170). All reports are that you should have a decent grinder and freshly ground beans.
Its not that flash I know but i have to start somewhere.
I set it up today to start experimenting with grinds, tamps, etc and noticed that i am getting wet pucks - in fact sometimes it is still runny when I take the p/f out.
Advice pls
1. when i turn the pump on how long should the pour be?
2. what amount is a single shot and what is a double?
3. why am i getting a oozy puck?
4. tamp - heavy or light?
5. Any other advice i will accept.
Once again thanks for the opportunity to join in and for the welcome message.
Cheers
Once again a newbie throws in silly questions.
Ive been doing some research on coffee machines in the last couple of weeks - ever since i decided to upgrade my machine. Too embarassed to say what I had but needless to say it was cheap +++
I didnt want to spend a huge amount so i decided upon a Breville ikon BES400 ($399) with a conical burr grinder ($170). All reports are that you should have a decent grinder and freshly ground beans.
Its not that flash I know but i have to start somewhere.
I set it up today to start experimenting with grinds, tamps, etc and noticed that i am getting wet pucks - in fact sometimes it is still runny when I take the p/f out.
Advice pls
1. when i turn the pump on how long should the pour be?
2. what amount is a single shot and what is a double?
3. why am i getting a oozy puck?
4. tamp - heavy or light?
5. Any other advice i will accept.
Once again thanks for the opportunity to join in and for the welcome message.
Cheers
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