We are revealing the Artisti Coffee Roasters' secret brew recipe that we use in our espresso bar and train with our wholesale and café partners. This recipe ensures you’re making great coffee from the first cup of the day to the last. Let's dive in!
The Artisti Brew Recipe
Ingredients & Equipment:
- Coffee Machine: La Marzocco
- Tamper: Cinoart
- Grinder: Anfim SP2
- Coffee Beans: Champion blend, ideally 7-10 days old
- Pre-infusion: Enabled
The Recipe:
- Dose: 22.5 grams of coffee
- Yield: 45 grams in the cup
- Extraction Time: 30-32 seconds
The Process
1. Dose Consistency
Consistency is key. Use dosing pots and scales to ensure you're dosing 22.5 grams every time. This precision is crucial for maintaining the quality of your coffee throughout the day.
2. Adjusting the Grind
The grind size is the main variable you’ll adjust. Start by cleaning out one chamber of your grinder to ensure an accurate reflection of the grind setting. If your shot is too fast, the grind is too coarse; if it's too slow, the grind is too fine. Adjust accordingly and check your yield.
3. Yield Accuracy
Your target yield is 45 grams. If your shot yields significantly more or less, you’ll need to adjust your grind or consult with your roaster to recalibrate your setup.
4. Monitoring Extraction Time
Aim for a 30-32 second extraction. A shot pulled too quickly will under-extract, resulting in sour notes. Conversely, a shot that takes too long can over-extract, leading to bitterness. Adjust your grind to hit that sweet spot.
Fine-Tuning the Recipe
It's important to monitor and adjust throughout the day. Weather changes, bean freshness, and equipment wear can all affect your extraction. Regularly calibrate your setup at key times, such as 6 AM, 10 AM, and 1 PM, to ensure consistency.
Bonus Tip
We've provided a downloadable PDF to help you and your staff manage your recipes, including decaf, single origins, and blends. This tool allows for daily checks and helps maintain consistency across your team.
Conclusion
Dialing in your recipe is an ongoing process that ensures every cup of Artisti coffee meets our high standards. By following this guide and using the provided tools, you can achieve and maintain the perfect brew all day long. Happy brewing!
Hi, do you have an espresso recipe that you would be willing to share for the champion beans? Other specialty coffee I have purchased has often included a suggested recipe. I have been to the shop twice in the last two weeks, (once to buy beans and just this morning to buy an VST basket) and neither time have the people who have served me been able to assist.
thank you
Phil