How much coffee does it make at once?

One shot: 7 g of ground coffee and 70 ml of water. That is a single espresso or a small Americano, so you refill for a second cup.

Do I need electricity or batteries?

No. You press the pop-out piston by hand to build pressure, so it works anywhere.

What grind should I use?

A fine espresso grind. Too coarse and the water runs through with little crema; too fine and the press gets very hard.

Does it take capsules?

The standard version takes ground coffee. A capsule version is also made for pods, so check which one you are getting.

Rinse the basket, water tank and cup after each use and let them dry. The silicone seals should be removed now and then and rinsed.

Is 8 bar enough for real espresso?

It is close. Espresso is usually pulled around 9 bar, so expect a slightly softer shot than a pump machine, especially with a light press.

Where is the Portable Manual Piston Espresso Maker cheapest?

At Deal.ai, for $29.77, as of our latest check.

Portable Manual Piston Espresso Maker

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Color: Black

Arrives about Nov 19–29, from a warehouse in China

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Our take on the Portable Manual Piston Espresso Maker

A hand-pumped espresso maker that builds up to 8 bar by pressing the pop-out piston, so it needs no electricity or pods. It holds 7 g of ground coffee and 70 ml of water, enough for a single shot or a small Americano. The body is matte plastic with a stainless steel 304 filter basket and silicone seals, and it packs down into a cup for travel. It suits campers, hotel-room coffee drinkers and anyone who wants espresso without a machine, but it asks for a firm, steady press and fine, fresh grounds. Next to battery-powered portable espresso makers it is simpler and lighter, with less pressure and no automatic shutoff.