Dialing In Our Espressos
Our Roasting and Quality Control teams work together to set parameters that keep our espresso blends tasting their best throughout the year. You may find that your results vary at home, but these flavor profiles are achievable. If you have questions or find yourself having trouble dialing in, please don't hesitate to contact us.
These parameters are set in our lab with the following baselines:
- Nuova Simonelli Aurelia II set at 199° Fahrenheit
- Bottomless portafilter
- 20g VST basket
Flying Monkey (Medium Roast)
Goal: Smooth milk chocolate, graham cracker, and honey with a pleasant touch of acidity. This espresso is best for long milk drinks.
Dose: 20 grams
Yield: 38-42 grams
Time: 28-33 seconds
Drop: 7-8 seconds (bottomless filter)
Rest: 7-12 days off roast
Flying Monkey is best dialed in with short milk—we recommend a capp. Dialing in by tasting it as a shot will overplay the acidity that is desirable in milk drinks.
Southpaw (Light-Medium Roast)
Goal: Jabs of fruit, sugar, and spice with a floral aroma and clean finish. Featuring notes of caramel, peach, and sugar cane, Southpaw delivers a delightful punch.
Dose: 20 grams
Yield: 32-36 grams
Time: 26-30 seconds
Drop: 6-8 seconds (bottomless filter)
Rest: 8-12 days off roast
Southpaw is best dialed in as a straight, slightly ristretto shot. Drink it as a shot or in a short milk beverage.
