The Wacaco Picopresso is a compact, portable espresso machine designed for easy use and convenience. It is built like a tank, using stainless steel, aluminum, and heavy-duty BPA-free plastics. The system includes a tamper with microgrooves, funnel, 18-gram basket, showerhead, brush, distribution tool, scoop, case, instruction manual, warranty card, sticker, Exagrind grinder, brush, bag, instruction manual, Exagram coffee scale/timer, silicone pad for the scale bed, and Picopresso stand. The showerhead is made of silicone gasket/top/funnel and the showerhead itself. The basket is designed for double shot espresso and can be used naked or with its one silicone funnel. The tamper is simple but has a nice weight and fits nicely in the aluminum funnel. The Exagrind grinder is the most important feature, with 60 clicks of adjustment and 33-micron spacing adjustment per click. The handle design is cool and space-saving. The Picopresso comes with a bag for travel.
The Exgram coffee scale is a black-on-stainless coffee scale designed to fit the Wacaco aesthetic. It features a timer and tare function, allowing users to fill the basket and funnel without math. The Picopresso stand is designed for the Picopresso and is made from stamped stainless steel. The stand is solid and comes with a mirror for viewing the portafilter during use. However, the user experienced issues with the Picopresso, including incorrect grind settings, choosing a light roast, and cleaning up the grinder. The Exagram and Picopresso are both essential for homebrewers to master the art of manual espresso making.
The Wacaco Picopresso portable espresso machine is a well-engineered, compact design that produces great coffee if the process is perfect. However, the user experienced issues with the process, making it difficult to pump the coffee. They chose a light espresso roast coffee, which was too acidic for their taste. After adjusting the grind and following the process, they achieved good results. The device is well-designed and feels great to use, but the user would like a better reference for the correct grind, better fitting top, and better written instructions. The Picopresso is a great device for solo coffee drinkers, but they need more practice. The device should last for years and be bundled together for storage.
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