Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast Whole Bean Coffee is a blend from Latin America and East Africa, designed for a lighter espresso with a rich taste, featuring notes of candied apple and bittersweet chocolate. It’s sold in 1lb whole bean packs for fresh grinding.
The Wacaco Nanopresso is an innovative manual espresso maker that doesn’t require an electric espresso machine. It’s known for its portability and ease of use, making it ideal for coffee lovers on the move.
This guide combines the Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast with the Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit, showing how to make a delicious espresso using high-quality beans and a portable espresso maker without the complexity of traditional brewing methods.
What is Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast Whole Bean Coffee?
Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast Whole Bean Coffee is a blend of select Latin American and East African beans, offering a lighter espresso experience. It has a soft, beautifully balanced flavor profile with sweet, vibrant candied apple notes and bittersweet chocolate. Starbucks® Blonde Roast comes in whole bean form, available in a 1lb package.
Check Starbucks Blonde Espresso Roast Coffee Bean Price
What is a blonde roast espresso?
A blonde roast espresso is made from coffee beans roasted for a shorter time, giving it a lighter color and a milder taste. It has a bit of a tangy flavor with hints of fruit or flowers, making it different from the stronger and richer taste of darker roasts.
Blonde Roast vs. Medium Roast
| Blonde Roast | Medium Roast | |
| Roast Level | Light | Medium |
| Roast Time | Shorter (just before first crack) | Longer (between first and second crack) |
| Bean Color | Light tan, matte | Light brown, slightly oily |
| Acidity | High (bright, citrusy, sometimes tangy) | Moderate (balanced, smooth, fruity notes) |
| Flavor Profile | Milder, tangy, fruity, floral, citrusy | Balanced, smooth, roasty, chocolatey, nutty, caramel notes |
| Caffeine Content | Slightly higher (short roast preserves caffeine) | Slightly lower (longer roast reduces caffeine) |
| Aroma | Light, vibrant, highlights bean’s natural notes | Richer, complex, balances bean and roasting aromas |
| Body | Light, delicate | Medium, fuller than blonde but not heavy |
| Best Choice For | People who prefer light, bright, and acidic coffee; those sensitive to bitterness | People who prefer a balanced and smoother coffee experience; versatile for different brewing methods |
Wacaco Nanopresso 101
Wacaco Nanopresso is a small, portable espresso maker. You can use Nanopresso to make espresso coffee without needing electricity or batteries.
- Manual hand operation; no electricity or batteries required
- Compact and lightweight; ideal for traveling, camping, and hiking
- Uses a pressure system of up to 18 bars to brew espresso properly
- Compatible with ground coffee and Nespresso capsules
- Has a built-in cup for quick consumption
Taste Before You Buy: Best Coffee Subscriptions with Free Trials
What is Nanopresso Barista Kit?
Nanopresso Barista Kit is an accessory for the Wacaco Nanopresso portable espresso maker that expands its capabilities.
- Larger Water Tank: Increases the water capacity to allow for the brewing of larger espresso shots or double espressos.
- Larger Coffee Basket: Accommodates more coffee grounds for stronger brews or double espresso shots.
- Second Filter Head: Provides the option to brew with two different coffee baskets, enabling the preparation of double shots.
- Additional Accessories: Includes tools and components for more brewing flexibility, such as a tamper for compacting coffee grounds more evenly.
- Tamper: A tool included for better tamping of coffee grounds, ensuring a more consistent espresso extraction.
- Capacity for Double Shots: With the inclusion of a larger basket and water tank, it’s possible to make up to 16g of coffee in one go, suitable for double espresso shots.
Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit Price
Espresso with Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit
In this recipe, I used Starbucks Blonde Espresso Roast coffee beans.
For a quick espresso using the Wacaco Nanopresso Barista Kit, grind 10 grams of your favorite coffee beans to a fine espresso grind. Next, fill the larger coffee basket from the Barista Kit with the ground coffee. Attach this to the Nanopresso, incorporating the expanded water tank. Add about 5 ounces (150ml) of hot water into the tank. Finally, manually pump the device until you’ve extracted the desired volume of rich, flavorful espresso.
Ingredients
- 10g blonde espresso roast coffee beans
- Coffee grinder
- 5 oz hot water (150mL)
- Wacaco Nanopresso and Barista Kit
- Scale (optional)
- Thermometer (optional)
- Milk, sweetener or coffee creamer (optional)
Step 1) Grind Your Blonde Roast Beans
Grind 10 grams of blonde roast beans. Fill the Barista Kit’s larger coffee basket with the ground coffee.
Step 2) Tamp and Assemble
After measuring the coffee grounds with the provided scoop:
- Use the tamper for an even and consistent tamp.
- Assemble your Nanopresso with the Barista Kit, incorporating the larger water tank and the coffee basket filled with the tamped grounds.
- Add 5 oz of hot water to the Barista Kit’s water tank and complete the assembly of the device, preparing it for brewing.
Step 3) Brew Your Espresso with Nanopresso
Start the extraction process by unlocking the piston from its travel position and manually pumping the Nanopresso. The first few pumps will pre-infuse the coffee grounds, enabling them to bloom and enhancing the overall flavor. Keep pumping to increase the pressure required for the extraction process. You’ll notice resistance increase as the espresso begins to be extracted, signifying the brewing process is underway.
Enjoy Your Blonde Espresso
Enjoy your espresso right from the cup that comes with it or pour it into your favorite cup.
Keep in mind: Using the Nanopresso with the Barista Kit lets you make a bigger and stronger double shot of espresso. If you like, you can also make two smaller shots instead.
Summary for Nanopresso Espresso Recipe (Infographic)
Related Recipes
Blonde Espresso with Nanopresso Barista Kit
Equipment
- 1 Wacaco Nanopresso
- 1 Nanopresso Barista Kit
- 1 Coffee Grinder
- 1 Scale optional
Ingredients
- 10 g Coffee Beans blonde espresso roast
- 5 oz Hot Water
Instructions
- Start with 10 grams of coffee beans, grinding them to a fine espresso consistency.
- Transfer the freshly ground coffee into the Barista Kit's larger basket. Use the provided scoop for precise measurement and the tamper to evenly compact the grounds.
- Connect the Barista Kit's larger water tank to your Nanopresso. Fill this tank with 5 ounces (approximately 150ml) of hot water. Make sure the coffee basket and water tank are both firmly attached.
- Unlock the Nanopresso's piston and begin manual pumping. The initial pumps will pre-infuse the coffee grounds, releasing their full flavor. Continue pumping until you've obtained the desired quantity of espresso.
- Your freshly extracted espresso can be enjoyed directly from the Nanopresso's built-in cup, or you can pour it into a different cup if you prefer.
Notes
