The Flair 58 Plus is Flair Espresso’s new flagship model. It includes everything from the base model Flair 58, but with the added touch of walnut accents on the portafilter, t-grip, and palm tamper. The Flair 58+ also features an articulating shot mirror that attaches magnetically to the post, as well as custom branding that is unique to this model.
The preheat system on the Flair 58+ has three different levels: low, medium, and high, which are designed to work with dark, medium, and light roasts, respectively. Additionally, the 58+ has a detachable preheat controller, so you can brew espresso anywhere, even off-grid. The Flair 58+ also comes with dark motif screws and includes both of Flair’s portafilter baskets, the high and low-flow, to give home baristas full control.
With its robust frame and elongated lever and T- grip on the handle, you’ll have ease at achieving high consistent brewing pressures with little effort. The industry-standard 58mm portafilter and basket ensure the cafe-quality espresso is replicable and professional-quality espresso is made easily at home.
Basic Flair 58 Espresso Maker Instructions:
Set preheat to one of three settings and wait to heat up.
Detach the brewing head
Fill the basket with freshly ground coffee and tamp.
Reattach the head, fill the reservoir with hot water, and press down on the handle.
After 25-45 seconds, enjoy your full-flavoured espresso shot & purge the system.
The detachable portafilter with a handle makes cleaning up after you brew a simple, brief ordeal. Also included in the bundle are a measuring cup and funnel. This bundle is an incredible way to get started with home espresso brewing.
Flair 58 Espresso Maker Features
High-Quality Espresso at Home –With enhanced usability for ease of brewing.
Standard 58mm Portafilter –Ergonomic Wood Handle and 16-20g basket.
Hands-Off Preheating –For Consistent thermal management of your extraction.
Retractable Piston –Advanced mechanical workflow allows for rapid-fire extractions
Walnut Accents - Includes everything from the base model Flair 58, with added walnut accents on the portafilter, t-grip, and palm tamper
Articulating shot mirror - that attaches magnetically to the post and unique custom branding
Built to Last –Stainless steel components for a plastic-free brew path.
Latest Upgrades– The Flair 58 now comes standard with Puck Screen and an updated plunger for faster workflow.
Included:
Flair 58+ base Flair 58+ lever assembly with brew head Detachable preheat controller Walnut portafilter with low-flow basket High-flow basket Walnut palm tamper Articulating shot mirror Power box & plug Drip tray Puck screen Manual Post screws and allen key
Dimensions
Materials: (L) 355 x (W) 190 x (H) 290 (lever down) 610mm (lever up)
Weight: 3.6kg
Espresso is one of the most concentrated beverages that humans can't seem to get enough of. Making perfectly dialed in coffee can be challenging at times but is not impossible, especially with the right tools.
When brewing espresso you are constantly adjusting your variables to dial in your coffee. The coffee to water ratio is one of these variable.
Generally an espresso has a 1:2 Ratio but this isn't always the case and sometimes the word 'espresso' acts more as an umbrella term for coffees that are outside of this ratio. A Lungo has a 1:3 ratio and a ristretto has a 1:1 ratio of coffee to water.
WATER TEMPERATURE
Brewing espresso at different water temperatures will change how your coffee is extracted and the overall taste of your espresso. Using a hotter water temperature will increased the body and sweetness but will have a greater chance of astringency and bitterness, while cooler water temperature will reduce bitterness, body and sweetness and can resulting in a sour, brighter espresso.
Pressure is a critical factor in brewing espresso, typically measured in bars. The most common pressure for extracting espresso is around 9 bars. Proper pressure ensures optimal extraction, balancing the flavours and aromas.
Adjusting your pressure throughout the one extraction is known as pressure profiling and is an entire rabbit hole in itself.
FRESHLY GROUND VS PRE-GROUND
Grinding your coffee right before you brew will drastically improve the taste of your coffee. The reason for this is that once you grind your coffee it has a much larger surface area and straight away starts to loose it's freshness.
