WACACO Picopresso Portable Espresso Maker Bundled with Protective Case, Pro-level Specialty Coffee Machine, Compatible Ultra-fine Grind, Manually Operated Travel Coffee Maker

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The Wacaco Picopresso costs more than many other portable espresso machines, including the brand’s older models. However, that extra expense is worth it for the thoughtfully designed, capable machine that pulls authentic espresso. This is mainly because the Picopresso doesn’t rely on a small pressurized basket, unlike most portable machines. Therefore, if you’re an espresso connoisseur with the expertise and experience to pull a great espresso shot, or if you’re happy to learn and don’t want to spend a lot of money on an espresso machine, it’s an excellent option. We love the Nanopresso, and Wacaco has done a ground-breaking espresso maker again with the Picopresso. The coffee this little device produces is simply beautiful, while the well-thought-out design and excellent accessories make using the machine a pleasure. The espresso machine weighs as little as 350 g and features a naked portafilter, so you can see delicious, creamy espresso flowing directly from the standard 52-mm, 18-gram stainless-steel filter basket. With this groundbreaking espresso maker, you can take charge of your cup of coffee, at home and beyond. There’s no need to sacrifice quality for portability! So next, grab that WDT tool and swirl it inside the grounds. WDT is short for Weiss distribution technique, and this works to create an even density of grounds in the portafilter and also breaks up any clumps before you tamp. This as well as other styles of distribution promote the even flow of water through the bed of coffee for a balanced extraction of the grounds.

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Overall, the delicious creamy espresso this compact machine produces compares favorably with machines that, in some cases, cost hundreds of dollars. Cleaning And Maintenance Picopresso is the most compact and pro-oriented of our portable espresso machines. This specialty coffee espresso machine features a naked portafilter so that users will see delicious creamy espresso flowing directly from a standard 52mm 18 grams stainless steel filter basket during the brewing process. With the Picopresso, there are no shortcuts. Each homebrewer must master the art of manual espresso making by dialing in the correct grind size, tamping, and perfecting pulling technique – their reward; is an authentic cafe-quality espresso that will rival any expensive high-end machine.The Picopresso provides an enjoyable quality focus process using current tools of the trade to brew a standard Double Espresso. Its clever pump design makes it both super compact and lightweight for an espresso brewer as well as durable enough that it's ready for just about any adventure. Now, you can shop the full range of Wacaco products, including the Wacaco Picopresso. But now let's jump straight in and explore the full potential of this promising brewer. Now it's at around eight to twelve pumps that I've consistently seen espresso appear on the bottom edges of the filter basket. And if it were way more than this, it would suggest that my grind was too fine. If it brewed sooner than those eight to 12 pumps, then I would consider my grind to be too coarse. Also, despite its extra size, the Flair only has the same grind capacity as the Picopresso, so it won’t make larger batches either. As we mentioned earlier, the Picopresso brew emblematic creamy shots with rich crema. For drink quality alone, this is remarkable given the price. On those terms, it represents incredible value for money. Wacaco Picopresso Vs Wacaco Nanopresso

Picopresso Brewing Espresso with the Wacaco Picopresso

The tamper has micro grooves and is made from metal, unlike the minipresso or Nanopresso which unclude plastic tampers. The Flair Neo uses a lever to pull espresso, making it quite different in appearance from the Picopresso. Meanwhile, the shape is also less conducive to traveling with. Like behind the bar of the café, I’ve been able to run a wide range of coffees through the Picopresso: different origins, roast profiles, processes, and grind sizes to get a really balanced espresso with nice texture and a complexity that I’ve honestly only tasted in some of my favourite coffee shops.”

Picopresso is the most compact and pro-oriented of our portable espresso machines. This specialty coffee espresso machine features a naked portafilter, so users will see delicious creamy espresso flowing directly from a standard 52mm 18 grams stainless steel filter basket during the brewing process. The Picopresso doesn’t require batteries to brew your espresso. Instead, it features a piston, which can be pumped by hand to create 18 bars of pressure to force the hot water through the coffee grounds. It comes with a standard 2-inch / 5.2cm double basket, similar to those found on mains-powered espresso machines. It can hold 18g of coffee, and also features a 2.7fl oz / 80ml water tank, so you can brew a double espresso no matter where you are – as long as you have access to boiling water and a cup. When I begin pumping again, the espresso begins flowing naturally from the middle of the basket and a good steady pump every second or so will continue to keep a steady stream of espresso flowing out. Now you could pump faster but it will get harder as the pressure rises in the Picopresso and then there's really no way of knowing what pressure you're brewing at. My guess is that if you do pump too fast, you're kind of getting a pressure profile that's climbing and falling. As long as you keep a steady stream of espresso going out along with the consistent pumping, then you're probably somewhere better in the ballpark of a consistent reasonable pressure.