Espresso Machine Profile

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Looking for the perfect water to brew your coffee? You finally found it.

By combining Zerowater with the Espresso Machine Profile of Third Wave Water you completely take away the water boiler destroying chlorides and scale. You will get the absolute best tasting espresso while protecting your machine’s boiler!

We recommend using only Espresso Machine Profile in your espresso machine. Apart from Espresso machines you can also use Espresso Machine Profile for any manual brew method.

Don’t Let Bad Water Ruin Your Coffee Experience

Great coffee deserves the perfect water balance. Say goodbye to dull, lifeless coffee. Every sip should be rich, flavourful, and just right. Your mornings deserve better—make every brew count.

Over 3 million gallons of coffee brewed. That’s a lot of happy customers!

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SCA Design award winner and SCA water profiles for the coffee professional

If you’ve been searching for the ideal water to brew espresso that’s both rich in flavor and gentle on your machine — your search ends here.

Third Wave Water’s Espresso Machine Profile is specially crafted to balance the perfect mineral content for espresso, while reducing the risk of scale buildup and shielding your machine’s boiler from corrosive chlorides. The result? Exceptional-tasting coffee and a longer life for your equipment.

Whether you’re pulling espresso shots or using a manual brewing method, this profile helps unlock bold, smooth, and complex flavors every time.

We highly recommend using Espresso Machine Profile exclusively in your espresso machine to protect its boiler and bring out the best in every shot. But this profile also pairs perfectly with manual brewing methods like V60, Chemex, Kalita Wave, and more.

Crafted to meet the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) standards, this water profile ensures every brew delivers improved clarity, balanced flavor, and the smooth richness coffee lovers expect.

Why Espresso Machine Profile?

✔️ Protects Your Espresso Machine
Minimizes scale and removes damaging chlorides that can harm your machine’s internal components.

✔️ Improves Taste and Crema
The precise mineral blend enhances flavor clarity, boosts crema, and reveals espresso’s deep, signature notes.

✔️ Versatile for All Brewing Styles
While designed for espresso machines, this profile also brings out smooth flavors in manual brewing — from V60 and Chemex to AeroPress and beyond.

✔️ SCA-Approved Water Chemistry
Formulated according to the Specialty Coffee Association’s water standards for a consistent and refined coffee experience.

Ingredients:

Magnesium Sulfate
Calcium Citrate
Potassium Bicarbonate

How to Use:

Simply mix one Third Wave Water Espresso Machine Profile stick with distilled or RO (Reverse Osmosis) water, give it a shake, and you’re ready to brew.

Pair it with Zerowater for optimal protection against unwanted minerals and to maintain your machine in peak condition.

Available Sizes:

12 sticks – 1 Gallon (3.8 litres): Each stick makes 1 gallon, for a total of 12 gallons (45.6 litres).
12 sticks – 5 Gallon (19 litres): Each stick prepares 5 gallons, yielding 60 gallons (228 litres) in total.
20 sticks – 2 Liter: Each stick prepares 2 litres, creating 40 litres altogether. Prefer a softer, lighter brew? Use one stick with 1 gallon (3.8 litres) of water for a lower mineral concentration and fine-tune the flavor to match your personal taste.

Note: Product images may show jugs or containers for display purposes only. They are not included in your purchase.

If you have any questions about our Espresso Machine Profile, feel free to explore our Support Page — you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions and helpful brewing tips!