Manual Espresso

☕ Ingredients & Equipment

• 18g Freshly Ground Coffee (fine grind)
• Flair Neo Espresso Maker
• Tamper
• Filtered Water – 60ml

Step-by-Step Guide

🔥 Preheat

• Rinse the portafilter and group head with hot water to maintain temperature stability.

🛠 Grind & Tamp

1. Grind 18g of coffee to a fine consistency (similar to table salt).
2. Tamp the coffee evenly with 8kg of pressure to ensure proper extraction.

☕ Brew Your Espresso

1. Attach the portafilter to the Flair Neo.
2. Add 60ml of hot water (up to the inner gridline).
3. Pull the lever with a steady 8kg pressure for 25-30 seconds to extract 36-40ml of espresso.

🥤 Serve & Enjoy

• Discard the used coffee puck.
• Pour and enjoy your fresh espresso!

Pro Tips for a Perfect Shot

✔ Adjust grind size – If the shot is too fast, grind finer; if too slow, grind coarser.
✔ Ensure even tamping – Inconsistent pressure can cause uneven extraction.

With the Flair Neo, you can craft a rich, balanced espresso right at home! ☕🔥