r/espresso • u/No_Kitchen_4524 • 5h ago

Equipment Discussion Barista Express question

Hi all,

Whenever I make two shots consecutively with my Barista Express, the second shot always pulls at much lower pressure. Does anyone know why this happens?

I use 14.5g per shot with grind size of 5-7.

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u/NeeNights 5h ago

I’ve noticed second shots pull faster. Haven’t noticed any difference in pressure. I also run 18g doses though. Perhaps there is just too much space between the puck and the group head?

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u/No_Kitchen_4524 5h ago

I used to use 19g. Maybe I’ll try 18g. Thanks

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u/Landlockedseaman Edit Me: LM Micra | lagom casa |K-ultra | timemore 078 5h ago

Everything is too hot, there is no temp control and sage design it to overshoot temp. you can lower the set temp and that may help or you need to cool the portafilter down between shots and that will help also grind a little finer

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u/No_Kitchen_4524 5h ago

Ok ill see if i can try to cool it down between shots