The beauty of podly. reusable coffee pods is that at last you are free to use your favourite coffee in your pod machine without being limited to the range of single-use pre-packed pod flavours.

In saying that, certain types of coffee and different grind sizes will have an effect on the end result, which is why we’ve list below some helpful tips to get that perfect espresso shot.

• Fresh is always best! Look for a roast date on the packet or visit your local roaster for the freshest coffee.
• A fresh medium roast will generally deliver the best crema (see our FAQ on crema).
• If you’re buying pre-ground coffee, look for a stove-top fine-medium ground coffee.
• When grinding at home, you’ll be wanting to achieve a fine-medium grind (see our grind size FAQ).
• Grind your coffee fresh.
• Store those beans in an air-tight container.

As every coffee roast delivers a different result (even the same brand roasted in different batches), you may find that you will need to tweak your grind size and tamping pressure with each new bag. (see our grind size and tamping FAQs).

With these tips, you’ll be brewing like a professional barista in no time!

And don’t forget that you can also brew your favourite tea or hot chocolate in your podly. The choices are endless!