Yeah!!! Do more videos like these! Pretty fun to watch

Why are you so perfect? That latte pour at the top of the video was perfect. Your well spoken descriptions and demonstrations in all your videos are perfect. That hair lol.

@mwatts-riley2688

3 жыл бұрын

Ppl who are absolute fastidious about being perfect or unable to accept compromise are typically afraid of comparison to others, failing ir falling behind others. Starts with chaos in the home or neglect. That machine is 2100$. Whothehell can or WOULD do that in this country, when 61, 000 kids under 18y havr been hungry for 10 days or more? No. Sinful . m. IL.

Thanks - Appreciate that you are posting these during our stay at home period. Every little bit helps!

Hang in there, John.. Be safe 💖

7:13 how to turn a black pitcher into a gold one 😁

@jbsg01

4 жыл бұрын

"I call this pitcher the Midas"

@christmouw

4 жыл бұрын

Leinad Ytram I noticed this too 😂

Really liked your presentation. Thank you John. I recently got a Barista Express and playing with Lavazza Crema & Aroma. We love our morning cappuccino and have espresso and cortado during the day. Sure makes the day better.

i really like to see what you guys do at home. great video!

I can’t tell you how great this video was to watch seriously. I have the grinder and I have the Breville Espresso machine too. So It was nice to see what I can do if I just keep at it and keep trying. Cause I cant seem to get my milk right but I keep trying everyday. Just doesn’t seem to work but I will keep at it. I cant thank you enough for your video. So so helpful.

Loved the video and how will you clarified everything and specified the details. More Duo Temp videos please!

Beautiful coffee art!!

My pandemic pastime has been trying to get the perfect milk but I just can't seem to get there. This video gives me some sense of how long you steam the milk on a home setup. I'm sure that will help me out. Keep on doing these awesome videos and be safe.

Great video fun and informative, sweet coffee bar, good tips, nicely done, thank you

Great video. I have Breville Oracle so don't have to go thru so many steps but I purchased that after watching lot of Seattle Coffee Gear videos.

This should be a fun series! We had planned a trip to Seattle in June but ummm... Nope, not now 😔. I look forward to seeing what the crew does!

Ooh good to know. Just bought one of these and was wondering about the timing

Nice switcharoo with the cap pour

Thanks for sharing your morning coffee routine. It inspires me to unlearn and fine tune my routine for greater consistent cappuccino. Would like to know more on flushing or temperature surfing before the shot. Your grinder is same as mine and espresso machine(mine is infuser) are almost identical. Does purging step at 6;07 help the machine to reach “better” optimal temp than the build in auto purge feature in Duo Temp Pro or Infuser. Thank you! Would love to see more videos from you.

Hello, John, great video. I just has 2 quick questions. What portafilter is that you used and do you guys sell it? It doesnt look like the OEM one. Thank You.

You have more patience than me . Impressed you can steam that well on that machine. I have the lamarzocco GS3 at home. It’s makes things easier

Exactly the same setup as me! I feel like a pro :)

@engalvan

4 жыл бұрын

Harris Chalk kinda junk

@alex____1

4 жыл бұрын

engalvan kinda rude

@MasterPiece-rg7ed

4 жыл бұрын

The pro's would laugh at you lol. Its a bad machine!

@danielalvarez5285

3 жыл бұрын

Simply ignore the negative comments from those that have no life and want to dial in all day long and love to temperature surf for minutes and minutes. Not all of us have the time or money to spend on expensive and precise machines. That’s why we have coffee shops so that you may enjoy those exceptional coffee drinks made by pros. If you are not completely crazy about espresso shots and simply like your daily cappuccino, this setup is just fine.

Making my espresso is the one thing I can do all day where I'm NOT thinking about the pandemic, lol. Please don't take this from me. :O Thanks for the video!

@timothyari9528

2 жыл бұрын

instablaster.

The pitchers switched. Nice video.

Your workflow to prepare your cappuccino is the same as mine. Grind, tamp and leave aside. Prep milk, steam. Run water through machine to cool down and then come back to pulling a shot. I do this twice everyday on my Gaggia Classic Pro for my latte! The workflow is fine for 1 person. Problem comes when my gf wants a cup too, and because she doesn't drink regular milk, the workflow breaks apart! Guess I need to save up some cash for a double boiler or a heat exchanger in the future.

I also have a Breville Barista Express ... great machine !

Wait setting 12? Is that a pressurized filter? If I do 12 on mine its gonna be pouring out. Same grinder but infuser.

Always top notch descriptions .... Bravo ! Any suggestions on how we can practice without having to drink too many coffees or throwing coffee down the drain ? Thank you so much !

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Hi there! You can use food coloring or food coloring gel to practice with if you don't want to waste coffee. If you don't want to waste milk, you can dilute your milk with a little bit of water or you can practice frothing water with a tiny drop of dish soap.

@emmanuellebianchin

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your quick reply and for your suggestions. I will try it out and hopefully I will be able to finally get it ,... i am à slow learner.... 😉 Good day to you ... Take care !

Heyyyyyyy ive got one of these prob cheapest coffee machines you can get with unpressurized porta filter and a decent manual steam wand. I recently learnt how to use single wall and i dialed in my grinder with some fresh beans and wow now that pre-ground supermarket and pressurised filters tastes so bad i cant go back to it at all ever again.

Hi John, I have the smart grinder pro and the breville infuser but my grinder is on setting 24... My shots pull in about 34 seconds with a 1:2 ratio (17 in 34 out) and taste a little sour. I thought it was a little course for espresso but any tighter and it basically chokes the machine. Any thoughts? Also, when should the timer start? At first drop? or....? Thanks for the help and making awesome videos!

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Charlie! Thanks for watching! The Infuser is a step up from this machine so you have some additional settings. Two things you could try would be to use a larger ratio, more coffee out (you may have to coarsen your grind a bit to get a decent brew time), or increase the temperature because the Infuser can be adjusted a little bit.

John's so funny - he picked that Breville to take home?? Oh heck no! If it was me I'd tell Gail I'm taking the Linea Mini home :)

Hi John - thanks for this. Is that grinder setting of 12 with the burrs in the default position, please?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Tim! This is whatever it came out of the box at. I did not recalibrate the burrs coarser or finer.

@nightwing8755

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnholmquist9277 I have the same machines it's nice to see this video from you! You have answered a lot of questions I've had hope you guys stay healthy!

Beautiful

Why steam first? Does that not make the boiler way to hot to pull a shot after? I always pull my shot then steam my milk. Using the breville barista

What portafilter are you using?

Links to the products featured (whether it be reviews or shopping) would be greatly appreciated!

There’s a certain sense of validation knowing you have the espresso maker I went with.

Great video. Two questions, if you don’t mind: why did you not pour from the jug you steamed in; and why not do the coffee before the milk, so you don’t have to bother with the cooling flush? Thanks!

@JohnPhan1

4 жыл бұрын

i learned early on that if you pulled your shot first, the head will separate and dissipate within seconds well well before you begin frothing ... the milk froth will hold on to the foam much longer than the espresso head

@SiopaoSauc3

4 жыл бұрын

RE:Steam>Pull, it takes longer for the machine to reach steaming temp from brewing temp than it is to flush the machine to cool it down.

Hi- I have the Breville barista express. I always pull my shots before I steam my milk. Any reason why you are steaming your milk first?

@JohnPhan1

4 жыл бұрын

i learned early on that if you pulled your shot first, the head will separate and dissipate within seconds well well before you begin frothing ... the milk froth will hold on to the foam much longer than the espresso head

What pitcher is that golden one?

Hey John, thanks for sharing with us. Where did you get the cup you use for the Cappuccino? Also, more technical of a question... I am most likely going to get an ECM Casa V for my apartment. I've heard that you want to spend an equal amount on the machine and the grinder. What are your thoughts on me dialing in my espresso and grinding with a Kinu M47 handgrinder?

@scalwi

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nathan...you can definitely get a nice shot from the Kinu. I have an Expobar dual boiler. I don't use my M47 for espresso everyday, but I have used it quite a few times and the shots I pull with it are at least as good as my regular shots, which I pull using a Cedar E5P. I've read great things about the Casa V--hope you enjoy your new setup.

@nathanjhanna

4 жыл бұрын

@@scalwi Thanks Scot! I appreciate your insight. Which automatic grinder do you use for espresso?

@scalwi

4 жыл бұрын

@@nathanjhanna I use the Cedar E5P. I'm pretty happy with it. It is built like a tank--it isn't as fast as some higher end grinders, and it doesn't dose or have a timer, but since I'm only making a few drinks a day, I don't mind those things.

Next time you dial in the grinder can you make a video? I just bought Breville BCG820BSSXL The Smart Grinder Pro and would like your input. Now I am looking for a espresso machine. Not sure what to look for with a max budget of 350. Let me know what you think. Thank you and stay safe.

@JohnPhan1

4 жыл бұрын

that's the exact same grinder I have ... love it ... i usually tap the top of the grinder every few seconds as it grinds b/c my beans are usually on the oily side and so they tend to stick to one another and against the wall of the bin and not gravity fall down the center hole ... i also tap the porta filter as it is being filled so that the compacts the grinds as it fill b/c it'll end up creating a mound and some will fall over ... I got the BES840XL/A the Infuser it has a solenoid valve that releases the excess pressure and water after a brew and after a steam ... i love the center analog gauge for the head pressure ... enjoy

17.5 grams in for your cappuccino... How many out? Newbie learning a ton from you guys! Thanks!

@Studiomarty

4 жыл бұрын

1:1.5 for dark and medium roast. 1:2 for light roast. Adjust from there based on flavor.

1:22 that painful sound is the impeller wearing down inside the SGP, viewers take note and buy a better grinder because once it stops working you have to send the machine back to breville for repairs

@Tunnelrat6666

4 жыл бұрын

I almost purchased one because it was in my price range. So glad I went with the Comandante C40 mk3 I love it.

I’m curious about how you said you shoot for 17.5g in and 18g out. Do you typically use a (nearly) 1:1 ratio for your double shots?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Matthew! I may have misspoken in the video. For this specific coffee, being a lighter medium roast, I was going for a 1:2-2.5 ratio. The Duo Temp makes it tricky to stop your shot right away, so its always a range that I'm shooting for.

@matthewm.4507

4 жыл бұрын

John Holmquist Ah that makes sense. Thanks!

Great timing for the pouring of milk finally I could watch it in slower motion..cheers from Mexico

Dude, man. Thanks. Can you share your grind settings please? Maybe a take photo of the grinder screen and post it up here. Thanks.

@andyp90210

4 жыл бұрын

My grinder is the same as yours. My grind time is 22 seconds. 2 shots and grind size is 10. I get a 15g return. I use dark roast coffee.

@JohnPhan1

4 жыл бұрын

@@andyp90210 grinder settings are different for different beans, different extractors, even the changing beans from the same coffee brand ...

Wow i have the same breville as John but my milk doesn't look that perfect ..🤔

how many grams out of the double expreso

Magically changed pitcher from black to gold 😊

@J-Hz

4 жыл бұрын

lol if that was me making a video, I would have had like a hundred takes

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Movie magic!!

@frankypc

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnholmquist9277 im surprise you took a duo temp pro only. Counter Space issues?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

@@frankypc I grabbed what was available!

But.........Gail's home set up. I love Gail. You're cool too😂

Video is great but a lot of us at home need more details. Ur camera needs to be closer so we can capture the details better. Also what kind of grind setting do uou have on the smart pro? Can u show the steaming process closer next time please.

And other methods, like hario, frenchpress, where are them?

4:13 "you tend to twist your elbow to adsorb the recoil that's more of a revolver technique "

John, why did you transfer to a new larger jug?

what kind of scale do you use?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Acaia Pearl!

Interesting tamp body geometry 🤔

What kind of portafilter is that?

transferring the milk from one pitcher to another does what? Tx!

I thought the Duo was designed to not have to de-temp That’s why it’s call the duo Dual heating elements one for espresso side one for steam side

@cadencegautreau1409

4 жыл бұрын

it's because of the fast transition from 2 different temperatures that the steam and espresso needs. You would never be able to find a new double boiler at a price like the duo, those would be 900$+. Its "duo-temp" not "dual boiler". You are thinking of a dual boiler

@donfitz69

4 жыл бұрын

You're thinking of the much more expensive Breville dual boiler.

I start to have a feeling that Mike gives everyone in SCG a Breville for you all to practice at home.

Why do you use one pitcher to froth and then pour the frothed milk to another pitcher to finally pour into the cup?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

The smaller pitcher is easier to get a vortex in which creates better texture. The larger pitcher offers better angle which means better contrast for your pour!

@lithangw

4 жыл бұрын

John Holmquist what make and model is the pitcher you use to pour?

I am amazed to see you get 17.5 grams into that portafilter. How much do you think spills over the side before you lock it in to brew?

@kurtsampson4942

3 жыл бұрын

I think I need to upgrade my Mr. Coffee grinder to get that much.

I hate the reason for this series but I love the series. Wish it was created under better circumstances.

thank you hipster toby mcguire

Why do you transfer your steamed milk from one pitcher to another?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

The smaller pitcher is easier to get a vortex in which creates better texture. The larger pitcher offers better angle which means better contrast for your pour!

"TIme to think about the pandemic"...LOL!! Good thing your not making cold brew. :)

what scale is this?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

That is the Acaia Pearl scale.

I really thought he was going to pop his shoulder out of place when he packs the coffee down.

Why do you change the milk from one jar to the other?

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

The smaller pitcher is easier to get a vortex in which creates better texture. The larger pitcher offers better angle which means better contrast for your pour!

@victorpatron1209

4 жыл бұрын

John Holmquist I have only a 12 oz pitcher. Would you recommend getting a second? What size? Round or pointed? Thanks

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

@@victorpatron1209 What size of drinks do you usually make at home? A larger pitcher will make it easier to get more of an angle of attack, but a pitcher won't make a huge difference if your technique isn't good already. I prefer rounded spouts myself, but some people like the sharp spouts for finer lines.

@victorpatron1209

4 жыл бұрын

I make 8oz drinks, but to be honest, my frothing technique is not good enough and I can’t seem to make it better. Believe me I try every day.

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

@@victorpatron1209 For an 8 oz drink, a 20 oz pitcher would be helpful to use to pour. A 12 oz pitcher would be good to froth with. Keep an eye on our channel for more videos about technique tips on home machines.

no rocket ??? :-)

man I would cook a breakfast for my whole family in this time where he is making coffee

@usmanfarooq96

4 жыл бұрын

savage savage sounds like a shit breakfast

Can't drink black coffee and I don't think I'd want it on ice. But that's just me.

GIVE ME GAIL! please thank you k bye

Seems odd he wants to cool down the machine for the espresso yet also pull the shot longer? Seems like the two variables are working against each other.

@johnholmquist9277

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sean! The machine is in steaming mode, which means the thermoblock is above boiling temperature. You're right that higher temperature would accomplish a similar thing to grinding finer, but the temp that the machine is at in steam mode would be too high for the coffee. You can hear how hot it is when it crackles loudly as I'm purging.

@seanjennings3134

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnholmquist9277 Ah, fair enough makes sense

@CaboricanMan

4 жыл бұрын

I have the Barista Express. Looks like it basically works the same. Why steam first then cool down? Does this just keep the "integrity" of the crema for latte art? I personally brew then steam but I haven't practiced hard enough to pour art.

You need balls to steam your milk first on these machines because I get nervous with every extraction I do, never know if will be a good shot consistenly

whoa, way too complicated. You should work in a coffee shop!

3 pitchers and 1 cup for 1 cappuccino... wayyyy too much stuff to clean ..

Never seen any barista tamp grinds on an angle like that, just looks wrong..

5:50 did he say think about the pandemic? If so quite strange and non sequitur

@kristof1230

4 жыл бұрын

Quite disturbing

Noisey AF