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Weigh 18 grams in
Weigh 18 grams in — step 1 of 5 in Espresso at Home. Grind 18 g of beans into a dry, wiped basket. Level with a finger. If the pile looks fluffy and uneven, stir with a needle or toothpick…

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Grind 18 g of beans into a dry, wiped basket. Level with a finger. If the pile looks fluffy and uneven, stir with a needle or toothpick before you tamp.
Stale beans (months old) will never taste sweet. Date on the bag matters more than the machine brand.
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