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  • #16
    Glad you are finding this discussion helpful Natalie.

    Personally I never used the coin test but it seems to be a helpful diagnostic tool as the other snobs have mentioned.

    Here's some random thoughts:
    * again i'd urge you to not worry about the gauge. it can be distracting. just look at the pour speed.
    * the key is changing one variable at a time. once you've got a set dosing procedure (how much coffee you put into the basket) then just adjust the grind to increase or decrease pour time. if you keep changing multiple things every time, hard to establish what the problem is.
    * personally i don't think tamp pressure changes things all that much. I use a pretty light tamp, just making sure it's level. there are different schools of thought on this though.
    * an important question - what grinder are your using? That might be your limiting step

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    • #17
      Originally posted by Javaphile View Post
      Did you not read all of my previous post?



      What is unclear in that?


      Java "Still twitching" phile
      Seeing as this could get involved, out of respect for the OP i've started a new thread.

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      • #18
        Originally posted by iggs View Post
        * an important question - what grinder are your using? That might be your limiting step
        ( I hope I used this quote function right &#128578 I've purchased a Sunbeam EMO 700 https://www.sunbeam.com.au/Coffee-an...n-Grinder.aspx
        the grinder is another issue all together. When I purchased the grinder ( 2 weeks before purchasing the machine) I used it with my capsule machine to fill my Sealpods ( stainless still pods for Nespresso) the poor machine could not handle such fine grind so I had to use it on setting 25 even though the instructions recommended to use setting7-15 for espresso machines. I have tried to recalibrate it. I'm unsure whether or not I was successful at settinf the grinder for a coarser grind. It looked the same (hard to tell) so I stuck to using setting25 until I purchased a sunbeam espresso machine. Apparently you cannot re-set it to "factory settings" and I'm unclear to whether I have successfully recalibrate it so I guess Ill have to leave it as is. ( ps the other reason I stupidly attempted to recalibrate is because my ancient Breville grinder had only like 6 settings with "espresso" one of them and the grind was much coarser so I assumed that was "the right one" rather then the much finer sunbeam one)
        I'm finding the" coin" method is indicating I have been overfilling my basket and now its more like 4-5 mm gap to the rim. The shot "looks" better, it's nearly the speed I would want it and I'm getting a "rusty" crema rather than yellow. I got a new bag of beans today too from the place that roasts them at the shop. I'm getting quite a bit of bitterness and no amazing "caramel", " raspberry" etc notes. With a ton of milk it's palatable but as an espresso - pretty disappointing.
        I've also been using a double shot basket eact time. Should I stick to that or try to purchase a "better shaped" single shot basket for the times when I only make one beverage?

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        • #19
          Originally posted by MrFreddofrog View Post
          Seeing as this could get involved, out of respect for the OP i've started a new thread.
          Hallelujah!

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          • #20
            Natalie, how's the coffee going lately?

            Not sure about the grinder calibration issue - hard to know without being there. What i can tell you is that investing in a better grinder (if your budget allows) is a worthwhile move! keep an eye on the second hand ones on the forum and you can get a bargain.
            When i use to use a sunbeam em450 grinder i use to get so frustrated at the inconsistent grind. seemed like it changed all the time even if i hadn't touched the settings. (This new one might be better, i'm not sure)

            in terms of single basket, most of us on the forums shun them haha. just use the double even if just doing one shot. bin the other shot , or better yet - just drink another coffee!

            Something else to consider is enrolling in a home barista course - i'm sure one of the melbourne sponsors would do one (Chris at Talk Coffee? Paul at ******?). a worthwhile one time investment to get your foundations right.

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