9Barista workflow

This is my 9Barista workflow after using it for a month. If you’re not familiar with this machine, I highly recommend the following unbiased, independent videos for a great introduction:

The 9Barista Espresso Machine Review by James Hoffmann

9Barista Espresso Maker by Jim's Vlog


Equipment used for this video:

[mikeyoung]

When you say "improving your workflow" when making 1 cup of coffee this feels more like a zen exercise searching for nirvana than just making coffee. I'm not a coffee hobbyist so maybe the words means something different than I think they do. I do think this video could start a person's day off on a calm path to a successful day. Thanks.

[VAPIDISM]

Nice to hear Michael Stipe is keeping himself busy with coffee tutorials

[christianmatheron]

You sound like a detective down on his luck. But your coffee game is strong.

[Ontheroadtourism]

I've e been using mine for a few days now and after getting the grind right and using a leveller this makes the coffee I never thought was possible at home.

[peterszilvasi]

Nice video! Just started my 9barista journey, it was a bit scarry at first and I could only try with preground decaf coffee, but it went okay and sure I’m gonna be fine after I receive my 1zpresso grinder and try with fresh espresso beans! Nice level you got there now!

[ddgg]

Wow! We can hear your voice this Clip❤️🥰your Coffee always So Perfect!! Thx a lot🙏💖🍀🌟✨

[idamelin]

Very well done video. Not long and tedious - just right.

[moosemoose]

Great job - I love mine; glad you are getting to grips with it so well. The months of waiting were worth it!

[robertkolbe]

Hey, you will get closer to the correct ratio when you grind finer. I've been working my way up from the other side. I started with a 1:1 ratio and half a year of extraction time to close to 1:2 around 28 sec

[henryi]

This is the correct, most efficient way. Thank you.

[allantintw]

I haven't seen if someone mentioned that but what you can definitely do to shorten the workflow is putting the machine on the hotplate while you are preping the coffee in the inverted portafilter. It can save you about a minute or so and the water won't be boiling that fast anyways.

[abe]

What an awesome video! Such a pleasure to watch! I think a dosing funnel to allow for a mess free puck prep will be awesome for your setup!

[bendmymind]

Hi. Never made espresso in my life (though I’ve used both stainless steel and aluminum moka pots of varying sizes daily), and wondered if you keep the hotplate at max 5 the whole time without turning it down some till the espresso comes out? I got my 9B literally 2days ago, did a first run w/ only water per the instructions w/ water right at the fill line (turning heat quite low after the first 2 minutes or so), and most of the water stayed in the boiler. Next time, (after it was completely cool), I left the heat pretty high, like above 4, the whole time with water right at the fill line again (no coffee used again)— and steam & water started coming out on all sides from between the boiler & grouphead. Thought I tightened it pretty well— but should I be tightening it totally as hard as I can?
Afraid to have a scary mishap, lol. Idk even what position the safety valve lever should be in before & after a brew, or how far to turn it & when…. <sigh> Really want to feel safe making my first espresso. : /

[brendansherlock]

Well, I haven't got it dialled in yet but getting there. Good video 👍🏻

[bendmymind]

Update. 3 shots pulled so far on the days I’ve felt up to practicing— & one had very nice thick crema, while the other two shots had thin crema but slightly better flavor (those 2 were with a bit less dark & oily bean). Having an improved grinder made it possible to keep dialing things in on my way to consistency, for sure. And it’s not even one of the top names for espresso grinders— it’s just better than what I had. Really helps 👌

(happy coffee moments to you) ☕️☕️

[avideos]

Good overview and information. The shot looks great. Will be useful for when mine arrives. Thanks!

[florianweingarten]

2 years later, what are your thoughts on it? Are you still happy with it? Still using it? How has your workflow changed?

[RodneyClang]

Would you say this and the Flair are fairly equal for brew extraction and taste quality?
Thanks for the video!

[carloalinsod]

That absolutely fantastic ……..QUESTION: DOES THE RUBBER GASKET HOW LONG DOES IT LAST & DOES IT COME WITH A SPARE RUBBER GASKET ? I bought one and eventually the so called RUBBER GASKET has worked off …..I am stuck with out the rubber gasket !!!

[BravingTheOutDoors]

I love the idea of this machine.
The engineering appeals to me as well.
My issue (aside from the price) is that it takes too much work figuring out how to brew it correctly and looking after it seems tedious as well.
All in all I think I'll skip it. I do like low-tech but in this instance I think buying a "proper" electric machine (even if more expensive) simply makes more sense.