Excellent Seiko!

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Rose gold motif, ceramic case, GS derived movement, silicone strap, 1000M, Made in Japan.

I have the same machine but I don't steam that fast - I judge by the temperature of the pitcher (feel)... Would you say the pitcher gets too hot to hold by the time you stopped? For me, it takes almost twice as long as it took you - I also used a thermometer to check if my "feel" is accurate -- it usually gets to 165 degrees Fahrenheit. I'm really surprised how quick you steamed it.

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Normally I'll steam 150ml milk, enough for 1 cup. Probably the low volume is why it gets up to temp relatively quick. And by touch, it is stopped at the "warm to touch for 2 seconds" timer. Hahaha...

very cool equip!....i just started getting interested in a home (or office) setup and the Rocket Appartamento is looking like my expresso maker of choice....i was also considering a Flair 58, but having the integrated steam wand just seems more convenient than using a wand frother....double the price investment tho, so there's that....i haven't decided on the grinder yet...still researching my options...you recommend the specialita? or any other options?....i hear Eureka is coming out with a single dose grinder this fall, but I don't know much about the brand....still so new to this...

@kitpolymax968

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Do consider the Appartamento and Specialita as your initial setup and once you're keen on future upgrading, these brands are good for their resale value too. Flair 58 can be a 2nd machine, suitable for mobility like when travelling or just something extra to have in the house later on. If budge is available, Atom 75 is a good alternative.

Thanks for the video. I own the Specialita for about 8 months now. I started noticing problems with it when I opened it to clean it. First I thought it was the misalignment and I fixed it but even now, I can only get my 20-25 second extraction when the burrs are touching each other. No one talked about this on KZread and I don't know if that's normal or not. Where do you get your sweet spot? The local dealer won't look at it as long as it's still grinding and running. So that's useless.

@ficokan

2 жыл бұрын

Probably the type of beans + high pressure in the pump in the machine make it necessary for grind size to be very fine and thats the reason you have to turn the wheel on Specialita to very fine so the burrs are touching. I had the same problem so the solution is probably to try some medium to dark roast beans or to higher the dose in the portafilter. That will make possible to go corser on Specialita and burss will eventually not touch. I mean that is at least one workaround 🙂 the other one should be to lower brew pressure on the pump (if it's too high), but it can jeopardise the warranty so not sure if this is good advice 🙂

@mohannadaljishi7196

2 жыл бұрын

@@ficokan yeah but why should I go for a work around when the machine is not working properly. Unfortunately everyone is hyped about this grinder while so many people are having issues with it. I'm not sure if other grinders have issues too because I start to doubt some of the online reviews. I don't want to buy another grinder that's more expensive to end up having issues too.

@ficokan

2 жыл бұрын

@@mohannadaljishi7196 well actually I am not sure if anything is bad with Specialita. I mean, it could be, but that should be checked at the service technician. I am just pointing out that on different machine pressures combined with specific type of beans and dose used, it will sometimes come to the point that burrs are touching in order to provide grind size for proper extraction. But if espresso machine is at 9bars pressure, I definitelly agree that grinder should not come to that point that burrs are touching. At least for most usual type of beans and roasts. Cheers

hey! very nice video. I don't mind the latte art part cause the espresso extraction is 100X more important. Wanted to ask, Seems like you've used 17gr (16.9) on a naked portafilter. is that correct? Which basket is that?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Its the standard Rocket double basket. Swapped it out when buying the bottomless, because it comes originally with a triple.

@omrirechani1104

3 жыл бұрын

@@kitoespresso5738 thanks a lot for the info!

Haha realised you must be in Malaysia when I saw the milk. How do you like the Rocket and Specialita? Considering getting this exact combo myself.

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Yes am from Malaysia. However, have sold them both and upgraded to a Linea Mini & Major V. Hadn't had time to make another video on them. Hopefully soon. Rocket Appartamento and Eureka Specialita is a great combo for me, moving up from Breville BES870. Easy to use, clean and available upgrade / customisable parts. MCO had me on an upgrading itch to La Marzocco & Mazzer.

How long have you had the Rocket for? Have you had any problems with it or any need to have it serviced?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Had it for almost a year now. No issue at all, been a solid performer. Only got stuck early on when using RO water source. Changed that to filtered water and smooth sailing all the way.

Bro, problem I find with my specialita. Lets say my hopper is full (around 350-400g beans), my extraction will be around 40g in 25 seconds. But when my hopper is around 1/3 full, I will extraction of 70g in 25seconds. Means somehow the grind size becomes coarser. I have to keep topping up. Any idea?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

I'm unsure if gravity will affect significantly output volume (~50% in your scenario). Generally if age, grind settings, old beans are purged, same tamping force and common variables are not changed, its supposed to get the same extraction. Mostly I load

@karntantisevi8764

3 жыл бұрын

Same as mine😓

same grinder . My setting 2.5 8second =21g Do you know Why is so fast mount? Your setting 12.5 second =17g

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Specialita range has a 1.4-18g/second grind speed. Unsure how come yours is so much faster. Perhaps need to turn another clockwise rotation to get it finer.

Hi man, i have the same setup (appartamento and specialita) Can you tell me how your espresso tastes? I have the feeling it is too hot and therefore makes it bitter/burnt. Any tips and tricks for the specialita to make the grind better?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the great setup. So far its been a pleasant experience on Specialita grinder with Appartamento. Although, a lot of variable can affect the taste. Unfortunately am not that skilled to advise on this. Perhaps attend a local course by SCA (sca.coffee/) that guides you into Barista/Brewing/Roasting/Sensory courses. Can opt to be certified and recognised, or just sign up for learning purpose.

@Golftime123

3 жыл бұрын

Make sure to run through around 100 ml of hot water before brewing if the machine has been heating up a long time!

@gcn1982

3 жыл бұрын

I recommend adjusting the brew pressure on the Appartamento. I felt my Appartamento was always at too high of a pressure. I would get channeling here and there and always thought my grind setting was off. I adjusted the pressure adjustment screw 2 full turns and it is a world's difference. No more burnt/bitter taste anymore, and I find it easier to dial in espresso at the 25-30 second range with the correct in/out dosage. Here is the link for the adjustment. kzread.info/dash/bejne/fomVlKSYfdvVlqQ.html

What is your grind size?

Nice video, not sure if you are using a filter, but it would have been nicer if I can see the espresso's color clearly

@kitoespresso5738

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes its a filter from imovie. Still learning the kinks of a video editing software. Good point to note on espresso color.

@marcmadler454

4 жыл бұрын

Kito Espresso Is that the „blockbuster“ filter from Imovie?

@kitoespresso5738

4 жыл бұрын

@@marcmadler454 you're right. Keen eye. Not much in filter options from imovie

@marcmadler454

4 жыл бұрын

Kito Espresso Haha 😂 I use that one too!

Espresso jazz by Rocket ! Nice heat x machine ! Get a E61 Eric's thermometer and you'll know the head temp and flush times ! Steam milk while ya extract !

@kitoespresso5738

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks... Was considering adding a flow control or thermometer upgrade next

Does the scale accurately register with it sticking out like that? I have the exact set up looking for scale that works

@kitoespresso5738

4 жыл бұрын

I do move it to the counter top, its accurate. As long nothing sits on the top, the measurement isn't affected

what type of milk?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

Fresh milk from the carton; variety of local brands. Not the UHT milks

very fresh coffee but kind of disappointing to see milk at the end with all the setup to make a good espresso

Very nice video. Did you extract about 34 grams for that shot? I see you weighed out about 17g of grinded beans. Unbelievable how fast that milk steamed!

@kitoespresso5738

4 жыл бұрын

I try to aim for 1:1.5 or 1:2 for extractions. The steam is fast, am still learning to manage the right amount of feeding air & swirl part.

@Kats072307

3 жыл бұрын

@@kitoespresso5738 I' m also quite new in the home coffee area. I would propose you to aim for 34 grams with 17 grams of grinded beans in a time of 25-30 seconds. Ideally coffee should start to come out of the portafilter approximately 5 seconds after turning it on It looked like your grinded coffee is too coarse and coffee comes out abit too fast. Try again to dial in 👌 Good luck on both of us on this journey

No distribution?

@kitoespresso5738

3 жыл бұрын

That time have not learnt much about distribution. Have since improved that.