Breville Barista Pro:
Espresso Settings & Dial-In Guide
The Breville Barista Pro is a thermoblock espresso machine with a built-in grinder, designed for home use. It features timed (auto) pre-infusion, a 58mm portafilter. Temperature control is available via an offset dial, giving you some flexibility beyond grind adjustments alone.
At a glance
Machine specifications
Recommended starting parameters
Starting recipe for Breville Barista Pro
Dose
17–22g
Ratio
1:1.8–1:2.5
Time
25–35s
These are starting points — adjust based on your beans, roast level, and taste preferences.
Known limitations
Digital temp offset (-2 to +4°C) is not true PID — use as general guidance only
Built-in grinder retention — purge before shots
Dial-in tips for the Breville Barista Pro
Improved thermoblock vs BES870 — faster heat-up, slightly more stable.
Digital display with -2 to +4°C offset.
Still not true PID — do not give precise temp targets.
Built-in conical grinder, purge before each shot.
Grind is the primary dial-in lever.
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Manufacturer
Breville
Type
Thermoblock
Use Case
Home
Confidence
High