How to Brew the Perfect Espresso with RECON Coffee FURY Blend

By RECON Coffee

RECON COFFEE | BREWING GUIDE

Great coffee doesn't happen by accident. It starts with quality beans, the right equipment and a little attention to detail.

At RECON Coffee, we believe a good brew should be part of your daily routine, whether you're preparing for an early start, heading out on an adventure or simply enjoying five minutes to yourself.

Our signature FURY Blend has been developed to deliver a smooth, rich and full-bodied coffee with distinctive notes of dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts.

Made using carefully selected specialty Arabica beans from Brazil and Peru, FURY is a medium-roasted blend that works particularly well as an espresso, whether enjoyed black or combined with milk.

In this guide, we'll take you through our recommended espresso brewing method, helping you get the best from every bag.

The RECON Coffee FURY Blend Espresso Recipe

For the best starting point, we recommend the following settings when using a Sage espresso machine or similar home espresso equipment.

Coffee: RECON Coffee FURY Blend
Coffee Dose: 18g
Espresso Yield: 36g
Brew Ratio: 1:2
Extraction Time: 28–32 seconds
Water Temperature: 93°C
Roast Profile: Medium

These settings are a starting point rather than an absolute rule. Different grinders, machines and even the age of your coffee beans can affect extraction.

The key is finding the right balance between flavour, strength and consistency.

Step 1 — Grind Your Coffee

Start by weighing 18g of FURY Blend coffee beans.

Grind the beans to a fine espresso consistency using a burr grinder.

The grind size is one of the most important factors in espresso preparation. Too coarse, and water will pass through the coffee too quickly. Too fine, and extraction can become slow, producing an overly bitter taste.

RECON Tip: Always weigh your coffee rather than relying entirely on your grinder's timed dosing. Consistency starts with accurate measurements.

Step 2 — Distribute the Coffee

Once ground, transfer the coffee into your portafilter basket.

For an even extraction, we recommend using a WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) tool.

This small tool uses fine needles to break up clumps of ground coffee and distribute them evenly throughout the basket.

Why does this matter?

Unevenly distributed coffee can cause channeling, where pressurised water finds the easiest route through the coffee rather than extracting evenly.

A few seconds of preparation can make a noticeable difference to the quality of your espresso.

Step 3 — Tamp Evenly

Once your coffee is evenly distributed, it's time to tamp.

Using a suitable tamper, apply firm, level pressure to compress the coffee into an even puck.

The objective isn't to apply excessive force. It's to create a consistent, level surface that allows water to pass evenly through the coffee.

RECON Tip: A level tamp is more important than trying to apply maximum pressure.

Step 4 — Extract Your Espresso

Lock your portafilter into the group head and position your cup on a set of coffee scales.

For our recommended FURY Blend recipe, aim for:

18g of ground coffee
36g of finished espresso
28–32 seconds extraction time
93°C water temperature, where adjustable

Start the extraction and monitor both the time and weight of the espresso.

Stop the shot when your scales reach approximately 36g.

We recommend timing from the moment you activate the pump, although pre-infusion settings can influence the total extraction time.

The finished espresso should have a rich appearance and a balanced flavour.

Step 5 — Taste and Adjust

Now comes the most important part: tasting your coffee.

FURY Blend has been selected for its smooth character and complementary flavour notes of dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts.

When extracted correctly, these flavours should come through without excessive bitterness or sharp acidity.

If your espresso isn't quite right, small adjustments to your grind size can make a significant difference.

Espresso Troubleshooting Guide

Espresso tastes sour, thin or sharp

Your coffee may be under-extracted. Try adjusting your grinder to a finer setting to slow down extraction and develop more sweetness.

Espresso tastes bitter or harsh

Your coffee may be over-extracted. Try a slightly coarser grind to reduce extraction.

Espresso runs too quickly

If you're reaching 36g in considerably less than 28 seconds, your grind may be too coarse. Adjust it finer and try again.

Espresso runs too slowly

If your machine is struggling to produce 36g within the target time, your grind may be too fine. Adjust it coarser.

Espresso tastes weak or watery

Try reducing the amount of espresso extracted slightly. A shorter yield can produce a fuller-bodied coffee.

Espresso tastes smooth, rich and balanced

You've found a good starting point. Keep your settings consistent and enjoy your FURY Blend.

RECON Tip: Make one adjustment at a time and keep your coffee dose consistent. This makes it much easier to understand how each change affects the final cup.

What Is a 1:2 Brew Ratio?

You may have noticed that we recommend a 1:2 brewing ratio.

This simply means producing twice the weight of espresso compared with the weight of ground coffee used.

For example:

18g ground coffee = 36g finished espresso

This is a widely used starting point for modern espresso brewing.

For FURY Blend, we recommend starting with this ratio because it provides a useful balance between body, sweetness and flavour clarity.

Prefer something stronger? Try reducing the yield slightly.

Want a lighter espresso? Experiment with a slightly longer extraction yield.

Ultimately, the best recipe is the one that tastes right to you.

Can You Use FURY Blend for Cappuccinos and Flat Whites?

Absolutely.

FURY Blend's chocolate and hazelnut flavour profile makes it particularly well suited to milk-based coffee drinks.

Its medium roast provides a rich espresso base that complements steamed milk without requiring an excessively dark roast.

For a flat white, cappuccino or latte, start with the same 18g coffee dose and 36g espresso yield, then add your preferred quantity of textured milk.

You can also experiment with oat milk or other alternatives.

Fresh Beans Make a Difference

One of the simplest ways to improve your coffee is to use freshly roasted beans and grind them immediately before brewing.

At RECON Coffee, FURY Blend is roasted and prepared by our roasting partners, Crosby Coffee Roasters in Liverpool.

For the best results:

Store your coffee in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.
Keep beans in an airtight container or their resealable packaging.
Grind only what you need immediately before brewing.
Avoid storing coffee in the fridge, where moisture and odours can affect its quality.
Adjust your grind settings as the beans age.

Good storage and consistent preparation help maintain the quality of every cup.

FURY Blend — Fuel for the Mission

Whether you're using a Sage Barista Express, a professional espresso machine or a simple home setup, the fundamentals remain the same.

Good beans. Correct grind. Consistent preparation. Balanced extraction.

FURY Blend has been created for people who appreciate quality coffee without unnecessary complications.

From the first brew of the morning to the final cup of the day, our aim is simple: deliver exceptional specialty coffee that you can rely on.

RECON COFFEE — FUEL FOR THE MISSION.

Discover FURY Blend and explore the RECON Coffee range at www.recon.coffee.