Set your grinder to fine and start grinding.

Evenly distribute the coffee in the portafilter before tamping.

Tamp coffee with moderate pressure.

Tips: Packing it too tight will cause choking, packing it too loose will cause channeling.

Purge the grouphead before inserting the portafilter. This will remove any remaining particles.

Insert the portafilter and position your cup and scale beneath it.

Tare your scale and start the extraction.

Observe the time and volume altogether.

Once you've reached the desired parameters, remove your cup and gently stir your espresso.

Breathe in the aroma, and enjoy!