what i found usefull i pre fill 18 gramm containers since we drink about 2-4 coffes a day. i singledose the grinder (thats also nicer for cleaning) and then i do tamp myself because i like to sometimes wdt or level. With 18 grams the presetting of the delonghi is quite nice.
Great suggestion! Secret: I single dose with every grinder, including Delonghi, Breville, and Baratza. I don’t talk about it here, bc most people don’t like that work, but it’s more accurate and coffee is fresher!!
Thank you very much for your kind effort. I have 3 holes steaming nozzle, I could not make the milk gets velvety snd foamy, I tried tens of times but unfortunately no use🤕 when I pour the milk after steaming to my espresso it goes down and not floating. I decided finally to change the 3 holes nozzle to one hole nozzle, hopefully it works. Best regards
Thankyou I found your video very good and easy to understand. I have struggled a little but feel more confident now! Ours does not have the Americano dial as we are in Australia 🇦🇺 how ever all the other components are the same! I will also get the extra wand for a better puk. 😊☕️🥳
I have been trying to dial in with a the bottomless portafilter you're using with my la specialista and am seeing sporadic results. Wondering if you have any ideas... Mainly using lighter to medium roasts from our local shops...tried coffee that is freshly roasted and coffee that has a little more time on it. Grind settings between 2-3 and using 15-15.5 grams. timing is 25 seconds or so...Any more weight seems to see too much channeling and spraying from portafilter. Not getting close to 1 o'clock or 8-9 bars....still in the pre extraction zone....thanks in advance
@@rickg-e9b are you using a WDT? Aka needle tool. That can break up clumps and reduce channeling. Also, lighter to medium roasts are harder to dial in. Especially a local roaster that can be using something for pour over. Try a darker roast just as a test and see if it’s easier. Could be tricky beans.
@@craftcoffeespot thank you for your response...I am using a WDT, gravity distributor, spring loaded tamper, puck screen, and scale with timer. the basket says it holds a max of 16 grams given its 51mm and has less surface area/thicker puck. i fooled around with 16-17 grams and tried a #1 grind... finally making a difference. it is getting to 12-1 o'clock in the optimal zone... however, it still seems to be running fast at 20-23 seconds. if i let it run all the way through the cycle it produces about 65-70 grams of espresso... if i stop it early at 32-34 grams of espresso it would be way to fast... maybe i should try 18 grams? any other suggestions? thanks again
@ I’d try packing the filter basket more if possible. Extra 1-2 g will make a difference. Also, is there a way to adjust the inner burr? I totally forget if you can remove the bean hopper and make another grind size adjustment. (Brevilles can do this, forget on Delonghi).
If you turn the "Dose" dial to the portafilter picture all the way to the left , the Presitgio won't grind, allowing you to tamp without more dosing, read your manual. In addition, I have a significantly different experience with my 9355. My crema, and brew time are different than yours.
can u share what’s the best ratio for ground coffee and duration for espresso extraction? also, is it normal to have wet pucks? we have the same espresso machine
Aim for a 1:2 ratio of coffee to espresso and a 25-35 second shot is best, but I would focus on ratio first and time second (adjust to taste). Don’t worry about wet pucks, adjust to taste.
we have the same espresso machine. everything works except for the temperture in the middle it doesnt move even when extracting. how do i fix this? thank you so much
"It does 60-70ml" - the reviewer seems to have missed the "x2" button which is used for toggling between double and single shot. The flow sensor seems quite accurate in my experience, it does not vary that much.
I didn’t say it doesn’t vary, it just dispenses a high ratio. I used the double basket which holds 18g and 2x shot dispenses a long shot. May have to use double basket and 1x shot - I should’ve tried that. Either way, it can be modified and remedied with a scale.
Is that after market portafilter u recommend compatible with the built in tampering system this machine has..just bought this same machine a couple weeks ago and am thinking about changing to the one u recommended
@@craftcoffeespotwhich basket do u use for these better shots u pull with the after market portafilter..it came with 3 sizes and I use the middle size but am having trouble dialing it in
@@craftcoffeespot how many grams of coffee are u adding to the basket..I’ve decided to use a puck screen and can fit about 16g of beans in there but the shot pours fast getting a 1:3 ration in about a 30 second pull
What happens if you adjust the grind setting without it grinding? For example, if it was on 5, moved to 3 and then grind. What happens? If nothing, how do you then ensure what grind setting you’re on and how to adjust it properly?
Yes, pressure gauge and time are good indicators. That third shot the pressure was too high…theDeLonghi nearly had an auto shutoff. In general, think high pressure = grind too fine, or too much coffee in the basket.
Slightly annoyed that our unit doesn't really tamp well. Just messy and the tamper is tiny compared to the portafilter. Making a wall of coffee grounds around the portafilter basket. Yours seemed fine.
I haven't had issues - the DeLonghi tamps more evenly than the Breville, IMO. I am starting to recommend the Arte model now, because it includes a dosing funnel and the tamper is really nice (using it for the Dedica). It's the same work as the Presitgio and much cheaper.
i have found after you tamp, that if you leave the tamp level pulled forward it leaves the rim of the portafilter clean and free of grounds when you remove it.
Nozzle placement is key. Put the nozzle off to one side and keep it just under the surface. It takes practice. Emilee Bryant has great tutorials on YT.
You mean the new portafilter? It is stiff initially, and I'd use the factory one to get it loose. If nothing is working, contact DeLonghi. It should be under warranty.
Dam both 2 and 3 espresso pressure is really high. So you don't consider to target the optimal pressure zone. Too much focus on the weight and nothing on pressure
Yes, I should've talked more about the pressure gauge here. But, I focused on time and taste over pressure. If it's taking >30 seconds, it's high pressure. I also should've brewed a shot with the new portafilter. Pretty dramatic how far pressure drops with a new basket. Tastes way better too.
The bigger issue is even when the second shot had the pressure gauge above the middle, it still tasted under-extracted. So I ground finer and it pushed the pressure gauge to the brink but didn't taste much different. You really need a new 51mm basket with this one and then the pressure gauge becomes so much more relevant. My fault on not making this more clear.
@@craftcoffeespot I just ordered the new portafilter. Thank you for the link! Ive been searching for one to no avail for 3 years now!! Im stoked, its coming wed. Could you do a video dialing it in with the Neouzza? Would be so helpful. Still trying tp perfect the best balanced pull i can get with this machine. Thanks!!
@@kfdizzy08 the Neouzza will help right away without much dialing in. Try grinding finer (2 or 3 grind size) and aim for the pressure gauge to be in the 1 o’clock position. That’s optimal.
Hmmm....Can you pack more coffee into the portafilter? I'd try packing it full first and tamping hard. Then, try pressurized basket. It sounds like a real problem here, and I'd contact DeLonghi - they may give you a new one.
@@craftcoffeespot have given it a bit of a clean out today as the grinder got jammed and stopped working. Dunno what else I did but it’s pouring perfectly today.
Thank You for the Tutorial, we were very lost before finding this video.
@@Gombi787 glad it helped!
Objective and helpful video! Good stuffff! Thanks bru!
@@shaneconrad-davis5603 you’re welcome! Let me know if you have more questions.
I finally got to Optimal level thanks to this video, I did the courser and hotter and it worked! thank you. will but the portafilter next.
Glad it helped! Portafilter will be a huge upgrade.
what i found usefull i pre fill 18 gramm containers since we drink about 2-4 coffes a day. i singledose the grinder (thats also nicer for cleaning) and then i do tamp myself because i like to sometimes wdt or level. With 18 grams the presetting of the delonghi is quite nice.
Great suggestion! Secret: I single dose with every grinder, including Delonghi, Breville, and Baratza. I don’t talk about it here, bc most people don’t like that work, but it’s more accurate and coffee is fresher!!
Thank you very much for your kind effort.
I have 3 holes steaming nozzle, I could not make the milk gets velvety snd foamy, I tried tens of times but unfortunately no use🤕 when I pour the milk after steaming to my espresso it goes down and not floating. I decided finally to change the 3 holes nozzle to one hole nozzle, hopefully it works.
Best regards
Thankyou I found your video very good and easy to understand. I have struggled a little but feel more confident now! Ours does not have the Americano dial as we are in Australia 🇦🇺 how ever all the other components are the same! I will also get the extra wand for a better puk.
😊☕️🥳
I have been trying to dial in with a the bottomless portafilter you're using with my la specialista and am seeing sporadic results. Wondering if you have any ideas... Mainly using lighter to medium roasts from our local shops...tried coffee that is freshly roasted and coffee that has a little more time on it. Grind settings between 2-3 and using 15-15.5 grams. timing is 25 seconds or so...Any more weight seems to see too much channeling and spraying from portafilter. Not getting close to 1 o'clock or 8-9 bars....still in the pre extraction zone....thanks in advance
@@rickg-e9b are you using a WDT? Aka needle tool. That can break up clumps and reduce channeling.
Also, lighter to medium roasts are harder to dial in. Especially a local roaster that can be using something for pour over. Try a darker roast just as a test and see if it’s easier. Could be tricky beans.
@@craftcoffeespot thank you for your response...I am using a WDT, gravity distributor, spring loaded tamper, puck screen, and scale with timer. the basket says it holds a max of 16 grams given its 51mm and has less surface area/thicker puck. i fooled around with 16-17 grams and tried a #1 grind... finally making a difference. it is getting to 12-1 o'clock in the optimal zone... however, it still seems to be running fast at 20-23 seconds. if i let it run all the way through the cycle it produces about 65-70 grams of espresso... if i stop it early at 32-34 grams of espresso it would be way to fast... maybe i should try 18 grams? any other suggestions? thanks again
@ I’d try packing the filter basket more if possible. Extra 1-2 g will make a difference.
Also, is there a way to adjust the inner burr? I totally forget if you can remove the bean hopper and make another grind size adjustment. (Brevilles can do this, forget on Delonghi).
@@craftcoffeespot thank you! there isn't but the extra weight made the difference.
@ nice! Glad it worked out.
If you turn the "Dose" dial to the portafilter picture all the way to the left , the Presitgio won't grind, allowing you to tamp without more dosing, read your manual. In addition, I have a significantly different experience with my 9355. My crema, and brew time are different than yours.
or you can just lift the tamping lever a little bit, it will only grind when the tamping lever is all the way to the back and hits a button
And then you have to try and get your dose dial back exactly where it was before, so not practical.
Great video! Thanks! Purchasing my portafilter now. Do you recommend a puck screen? im new to all this...
Not really, at least not to start. You can read about puck screens on my other video on Breville accessories (applies to DeLonghi as well).
can u share what’s the best ratio for ground coffee and duration for espresso extraction? also, is it normal to have wet pucks? we have the same espresso machine
Aim for a 1:2 ratio of coffee to espresso and a 25-35 second shot is best, but I would focus on ratio first and time second (adjust to taste). Don’t worry about wet pucks, adjust to taste.
we have the same espresso machine. everything works except for the temperture in the middle it doesnt move even when extracting. how do i fix this? thank you so much
@@AnnaMaria-q5h change the grind size to coarser. That should help it flow.
"It does 60-70ml" - the reviewer seems to have missed the "x2" button which is used for toggling between double and single shot. The flow sensor seems quite accurate in my experience, it does not vary that much.
I didn’t say it doesn’t vary, it just dispenses a high ratio. I used the double basket which holds 18g and 2x shot dispenses a long shot. May have to use double basket and 1x shot - I should’ve tried that. Either way, it can be modified and remedied with a scale.
Could you please tell me if I had to press the button ×2 before pressing the Ok button?
Is that after market portafilter u recommend compatible with the built in tampering system this machine has..just bought this same machine a couple weeks ago and am thinking about changing to the one u recommended
Yes, it's absolutely compatible. Highly highly recommend it.
@@craftcoffeespotwhich basket do u use for these better shots u pull with the after market portafilter..it came with 3 sizes and I use the middle size but am having trouble dialing it in
@@caliraisedexotics middle one for me. What grind size are you using? Probably need to go finer.
@@craftcoffeespot how many grams of coffee are u adding to the basket..I’ve decided to use a puck screen and can fit about 16g of beans in there but the shot pours fast getting a 1:3 ration in about a 30 second pull
What happens if you adjust the grind setting without it grinding? For example, if it was on 5, moved to 3 and then grind. What happens? If nothing, how do you then ensure what grind setting you’re on and how to adjust it properly?
The grind size will change whether it's active or not, so there is less risk of clogging when it's active.
Hi, I just get this new porter filter same as yours, how much coffee do you put in?
I aimed for 16-17g.
Alright thanks, I always put18grams I should make a change
I noticed on the 3rd dose the pressure gauge maxed out. Do you take much notice of the pressure?
Yes, pressure gauge and time are good indicators. That third shot the pressure was too high…theDeLonghi nearly had an auto shutoff. In general, think high pressure = grind too fine, or too much coffee in the basket.
I find pressure gauge at 1 o’clock is optimal. And the new portafilter will help.
I’m at grind 1 and heat to 3 and x2 and a fairly max dose. But I can’t get that pressure up. Any ideas
You can try to make sure you're tamping all the way down @@gavinskinner402
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My new Delonghi La Specialista machine isn’t registering any pressure at all? Not sure if it is broken or I am doing something wrong. Can anyone help?
Contact DeLonghi via their website - you should have a warranty and can reach out to them.
does the 30s extraction time include pre infusion?
Yes
Does it have dual boiler?
@@genarokrauser dual thermoblock. Not as nice as a dual boiler, but helps switch quickly from espresso to steam.
Thanks
Slightly annoyed that our unit doesn't really tamp well. Just messy and the tamper is tiny compared to the portafilter. Making a wall of coffee grounds around the portafilter basket.
Yours seemed fine.
I haven't had issues - the DeLonghi tamps more evenly than the Breville, IMO.
I am starting to recommend the Arte model now, because it includes a dosing funnel and the tamper is really nice (using it for the Dedica). It's the same work as the Presitgio and much cheaper.
i have found after you tamp, that if you leave the tamp level pulled forward it leaves the rim of the portafilter clean and free of grounds when you remove it.
Hi, I feel like my steam is weak when I submerge the nozzle under the milk, and create barely vortex
Nozzle placement is key. Put the nozzle off to one side and keep it just under the surface. It takes practice. Emilee Bryant has great tutorials on YT.
You should only change your grind size while grinding, otherwise it won't adjust. That explains your inconsistent times
It definitely adjusts if you move it without grinding.
I’m struggling to get a nice crema finish on an Americano, visually looks more like I poured it from.a cafetiere
Fresh beans are most important for crema. Also, get the new filter basket.
Link dot the portafilter?
Here it is: amzn.to/3uN73UR (affiliate link)
@@craftcoffeespot not available
@@yand9571 available in my area, must depend on location…try looking for an IMS 51mm basket. That will do the job.
How can I cancel my 2x dose back so that it just fills the smaller basket
There is the button for 2x, press it again so it’s off and on 1x mode. Also, reduce dose time.
It won’t fit in the grinder 😢
You mean the new portafilter? It is stiff initially, and I'd use the factory one to get it loose.
If nothing is working, contact DeLonghi. It should be under warranty.
Dam both 2 and 3 espresso pressure is really high. So you don't consider to target the optimal pressure zone. Too much focus on the weight and nothing on pressure
Yes, I should've talked more about the pressure gauge here. But, I focused on time and taste over pressure. If it's taking >30 seconds, it's high pressure. I also should've brewed a shot with the new portafilter. Pretty dramatic how far pressure drops with a new basket. Tastes way better too.
The bigger issue is even when the second shot had the pressure gauge above the middle, it still tasted under-extracted. So I ground finer and it pushed the pressure gauge to the brink but didn't taste much different. You really need a new 51mm basket with this one and then the pressure gauge becomes so much more relevant.
My fault on not making this more clear.
@@craftcoffeespot I just ordered the new portafilter. Thank you for the link! Ive been searching for one to no avail for 3 years now!! Im stoked, its coming wed. Could you do a video dialing it in with the Neouzza? Would be so helpful. Still trying tp perfect the best balanced pull i can get with this machine. Thanks!!
@@kfdizzy08 the Neouzza will help right away without much dialing in. Try grinding finer (2 or 3 grind size) and aim for the pressure gauge to be in the 1 o’clock position. That’s optimal.
Tried everything and still can’t get anywhere near optimal level. Some pretty poor espresso too
Little more detail, please. What is the problem: flowing too fast and no pressure? What beans are you using?
@@craftcoffeespot the pressure is very low on the gauge. But the shot pours very quickly. Even on its finest grind setting
Hmmm....Can you pack more coffee into the portafilter? I'd try packing it full first and tamping hard. Then, try pressurized basket.
It sounds like a real problem here, and I'd contact DeLonghi - they may give you a new one.
@@kieranhooper4227 P.S. for me, it would easily hit to the max pressure if I ground fine. Especially with their portafilters.
@@craftcoffeespot have given it a bit of a clean out today as the grinder got jammed and stopped working. Dunno what else I did but it’s pouring perfectly today.