☕ Vienna Calling + Integrated Grinder
Complete guide for dialing in your espresso with Vienna Calling beans (Wildkaffee Vienna) using the Sage Barista Touch integrated grinder
Sage Barista Touch
Integrated Barazza Grinder
🫘 About Vienna Calling Beans
- Roaster: Wildkaffee, Vienna
- Roast Date: September 9, 2025
- Roast Level: Medium to Dark (Mittlere bis dunkle Röstung)
- Blend: 100% Arabica
- Origins: El Salvador, Colombia, Rwanda
- Farms: Coffee School, Anei Arhuaco, Community Project Coffee Rwanda
- Varieties: Bourbon, Colombia
- Processing: Washed, Natural
- Flavor Profile: Chocolatey, Sweet, Berry notes
- Suitable for: Espresso (Siebträger)
🎯 Initial Settings for Your Sage Barista Touch
Grind Settings
Starting Point: Set your grinder to setting 10-13 (out of 30 available settings)
Vienna Calling is a medium-dark roast, which typically requires a slightly coarser grind than lighter roasts. The darker roast makes the beans more brittle and easier to extract.
Vienna Calling is a medium-dark roast, which typically requires a slightly coarser grind than lighter roasts. The darker roast makes the beans more brittle and easier to extract.
Dose Settings
| Parameter | Setting | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Target Dose | 18 grams | For double shot |
| Grind Time | 18-20 seconds | Adjust to consistently achieve 18g |
| Verification | Use scale | Ensure consistent dosing |
Extraction Parameters
| Parameter | Target | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Time | 25-30 seconds | From first drip to stop |
| Yield | 36g out | 1:2 ratio for milk drinks |
| Temperature | 92-93°C | Medium-dark roast can handle slightly lower temp |
🔧 Step-by-Step Dialing In Process
Step 1: Initial Setup
- Purge the grinder with a few beans to clear any old grounds
- Set grind size to 12 (slightly coarser for medium-dark roast)
- Program dose time to deliver 18g
Step 2: First Shot Test
- Grind 18g directly into portafilter
- Level and use the assisted tamping feature
- Place scale under cup and tare
- Run extraction, timing from first drip
- Stop at 36g output
Step 3: Adjustment Guide
- If extraction < 25 seconds: Make grind 1-2 steps finer
- If extraction > 30 seconds: Make grind 1-2 steps coarser
- If too bitter: Grind coarser or lower temperature to 92°C
- If lacking body: Grind finer or increase temperature to 93°C
🍫 Flavor Profile Notes
Expected Flavors:
- Chocolate: Rich, smooth chocolate notes from the medium-dark roast
- Sweetness: Natural sweetness from the washed and natural processing
- Berry: Subtle berry notes, especially from the Rwanda beans
- Body: Full body, perfect for milk-based drinks
🥛 Milk-Based Drinks
Vienna Calling is excellent for milk-based drinks:
Auto MilQ System
- Temperature: 60-65°C for optimal sweetness
- The chocolate and sweet notes pair beautifully with milk
- Select your drink type and the Barista Touch will texture accordingly
- Perfect for cappuccinos and latte macchiatos
💡 Pro Tips
- Keep a Log: Note your settings for each adjustment
- Age Tracking: These beans are from Sept 9, 2025 - track how they evolve
- Medium-Dark Advantage: More forgiving than light roasts, easier to dial in
- Puck Prep: The machine's assisted tamping is good, but ensure the coffee bed is level first
- Weekly Adjustments: As beans age, you'll typically need to go 1-2 clicks finer each week
⚡ Typical Workflow for Daily Use
Daily Espresso Routine
- Turn on machine (it heats up quickly)
- Weigh 18g beans
- Grind into portafilter
- Level and tamp
- Extract 36g in 25-30 seconds
- Steam milk using Auto MilQ
- Combine and enjoy the chocolatey, sweet flavors!
Remember: Vienna Calling from Wildkaffee is a beautiful medium-dark roast blend. The chocolate and sweet notes make it perfect for milk drinks. Start with these settings and adjust to your taste!