A handheld espresso maker? It’s hard to believe that we’ve come this far, but it’s true. The Mypressi Twist is a sophisticated piece of technology that allows you to easily (with a bit of practice) make espresso shots from a small, easy to clean, handheld espresso maker. Mypressi was nice enough to send us one of these contraptions to test out for ourselves and we will be sad to see it go. (Actually, we are totally purchasing this because it’s too cool too not own, so it’s not really going anywhere.)
These are the parts we are using for ground coffee. The CO2 cartridge is already in the bottom.
When you first purchase the Mypressi Twist, there are a lot of parts that come with it. One package includes:
1 x Pressurized double-shot (14-21g) basket
1 x Standard double-shot (14-21g) basket
1 x ESE pod adaptor and single-shot (7g) basket
1 x 53mm tamper
4 x 8g N2O pressure cartridges
1 x Travel pouch
1 x Drip-catcher coaster
1 x O-ring replacement kit
Seems like a lot of stuff? Well, it’s not ALL necessary. It depends if you are using E.S.E pods or ground espresso coffee, so don’t be intimidated!
Now let me walk you through how we brewed some fantastic shots. We were using Lavazza Bar Espresso for our first try, but we have tried a few others and it really depends on what you like. Some people prefer Segafredo Casa, others cannot get enough of Lavazza Super Crema, and I’ll get back to you on what I think about Illy Medium Roast Espresso Coffee after I give it a try this afternoon in the Mypressi Twist.
First you have to decide whether you are using E.S.E pods or ground espresso coffee. We chose the ground stuff because we have more options that way, but whatever you have will work! Be sure to use a very finely ground espresso coffee so it can be extracted as quickly as possible since more surface area is showing. Here is an example of coarse grounds (used in drip coffee makers) and fine grounds (used for espresso).
Since the Mypressi only requires 2 things to brew the espresso, a CO2 cartridge and hot water, the next thing you want to do is start boiling some water. We used a Bodem Water Kettle because it literally takes less than 3 minutes to get water at the right temperature. While the water is heating we tamp (compact the grinds with about 30 lbs of pressure using the little provided tamp tool) the coffee so it goes from a full basket to a more compact amount.
After you have completed this place the basket in the holder, add your boiling water to the top half. There is a water reservoir, which you will cover with a cap. You’re almost done! Next TWIST (aha! the name makes sense!) the water tank onto the coffee basket and handle.
Lastly, press the trigger button for about 30 seconds over your espresso cup and you will be extracting 2 shots. You will know when it’s done and after you release the trigger there a hissing button that finishes off on top of the espresso and produces the most amazing crema we have ever seen!
Mypressi Twist is an amazing product. It takes a little practice to master the perfect shot of espresso, but seriously, this is an impressive little machine that is sure to intrigue guests and keep you pleased layer after layer of deliciously thick crema.
All the best of luck in your new espresso endeavors. looking to buy a Mypressi Twist?
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