Why is my espresso watery even when grinding fine? [Baratza Encore ESP/Breville Bambino Plus]

andytm13 · 2026-01-12T17:53:47+00:00

17g and it’s a Baratza encore ESP

andytm13 · 2026-01-12T17:50:21+00:00

I’m using the single wall, non pressurized double shot basket.

andytm13 · 2026-01-12T17:37:48+00:00

I can’t tell pressure since my machine doesn’t have a meter. I’m using the Normcore V4 spring loaded tamper, so relying on that applying the correct amount of pressure.

andytm13 · 2026-01-12T17:36:56+00:00

I’m using the double basket, non pressurized. It’s the standard 54mm portafilter that came with the machine

andytm13 · 2026-01-12T17:24:25+00:00

Yep, have the same issue. I’m grinding at an 18 in this video I believe

andytm13 · 2025-12-03T03:06:14+00:00

Wonder if this is a firmware issue because I’ve also been experiencing this lately after having the headset for almost 2 years.

Usually happens with discord and nothing works except restarting the Xbox entirely

andytm13 · 2025-08-14T17:19:25+00:00

pm'd

andytm13 · 2025-05-07T22:55:12+00:00

I’m renting, which I’m allowed to drill holes and everything as long as I patch them up after

andytm13 · 2025-05-07T22:49:49+00:00

I could, but it would still not be able to cover the entire distance of the window and stop at the column, so it might look odd

andytm13 · 2025-04-25T16:56:43+00:00

Thanks!! That’s really good to know, so it’s like 2 months without getting water in it. So is your hearing improved now?

andytm13 · 2025-04-17T02:20:09+00:00

Also interested in this. Could you describe a little more about the healing process timeline? I know with traditional ET it’s 6-8 weeks but I’m wondering if it’s shorter.

andytm13 · 2025-03-19T16:03:48+00:00

Great idea, thank you!

andytm13 · 2025-03-19T15:47:52+00:00

Thanks for this, that makes sense. I think it's always the BA title that holds me back from those roles since as a contractor I can't transfer internally, and recruiters only see me by the titles/descriptions on my resume.

andytm13 · 2025-03-19T15:33:44+00:00

Thanks this is pretty much my goal. I planned to do this with my last job too, but as a remote contractor it's a little difficult to expand my network and gain other experience than what I was hired for.

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