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The Espresso Lab · United Arab Emirates · Espresso · Advanced · 0:28
Advanced
Rating: 4.7
4.7A competition-leaning espresso recipe built for sweetness and clarity on The Espresso Lab’s house blend.
Recipe Information
Coffee Beans
Espresso Lab House Blend
Roast Level
Medium
Origin
Brazil & Ethiopia blend
Process
Natural / Washed
Brew Recipe
Coffee Dose
18.5 g
Water
37 g out
Step-by-step Brewing Guide
Pour 1
Dose 18.5 gat PrepDistribute evenly, tamp level at ~15 kg pressure.
Step 1 of 3Pour 2
Pre-infusionat 0:00–0:06Low-pressure pre-infusion until first drops appear.
Step 2 of 3Pour 3
37 g beverageat 0:06–0:28Ramp to 9 bar. Stop at 37 g for a syrupy, balanced shot.
Brew Timeline
01 · Prep
Dose 18.5 g
Distribute evenly, tamp level at ~15 kg pressure.
02 · 0:00–0:06
Pre-infusion
Low-pressure pre-infusion until first drops appear.
03 · 0:06–0:28
37 g beverage
Ramp to 9 bar. Stop at 37 g for a syrupy, balanced shot.
Flavor Wheel
- Sweetness84
- Acidity58
- Body80
- Bitterness34
- Aftertaste70
ChocolateNuttyCaramelBalanced
Tasting Notes
Dark chocolate, almond brittle, red apple, and a lingering caramel finish.
Equipment
Espresso machine
Stable 9 bar
Espresso grinder
Fine adjustment
Precision basket
18–20 g
Scale
Shot timing & yield
Distributor & tamper
Even puck prep
United Arab Emirates · The Espresso Lab · Espresso Lab Signature