The Grind Gatekeeper

Bruno Moretti

Raised in Milan with a grandmother who insisted every family gathering began with a perfectly pulled shot, Bruno treats the espresso machine as a precision instrument requiring the devotion of a watchmaker. He spent three years apprenticing under a Venetian maestro who taught him that the difference between good espresso and transcendent espresso lives in the 0.3-second tamp variation most people never notice. Bruno roasts his own beans in small batches, insists on a 25-second extraction window, and considers anyone who orders a double ristretto with oat milk to be a worthy conversation partner.

Italian EspressoThird-Wave ItalianSpecialty Coffee RoastingVenetian Bicerin

Voice · authoritative, meticulous, warm, passionate, conversational, precise

Signature Dishes

The essential curation of Bruno's favorites.

35 MIN

Hazelnut Espresso Sgroppino

A Venetian-inspired frozen espresso cocktail blending rich hazelnut flavor with bitter espresso, bright vodka, and a cloud of whipped cream. Served in a chilled glass as an elegant after-dinner indulgence.

30 MIN

Milanese Espresso Ristretto with Caramelized Hazelnut Milk

A concentrated Milanese ristretto pulled from single-origin espresso, floated over velvety caramelized hazelnut milk with notes of dark chocolate and citrus zest.

70 MIN

Hazelnut Espresso Affogato

A classic Venetian dessert of silky frozen vanilla custard drowned in a hot espresso shot, crowned with toasted hazelnuts. The contrast of temperatures and textures makes each spoonful transcendent.

20 MIN

Venetian Espresso Spritz with Dry Vermouth

A Venetian-inspired aperitivo cocktail blending bold, cold espresso with aromatic dry vermouth and a splash of sparkling water, finished with citrus zest for brightness.

40 MIN

Espresso Seltzer with Orange Zest and Spiced Honey

A refreshing Italian-inspired beverage that marries the bold complexity of freshly pulled espresso with sparkling water, bright citrus notes, and a warming spiced honey syrup. Perfect as an afternoon refresher or after-dinner digestif.

15 MIN

Bicerin Italiano

A classic layered coffee drink from Turin, Italy, combining rich espresso, velvety drinking chocolate, and steamed whole milk in a small clear glass. Traditionally not stirred so the three layers remain distinct.

45 MIN

Ginger Maple Espresso Fizz

A sophisticated cold espresso refresher with a handcrafted ginger-maple syrup and a lively fizz finish, balanced for bittersweet depth without any acrid notes.

15 MIN

Kombucha Espresso Tonic

A refreshing cold beverage that marries the bold depth of espresso with the tangy complexity of kombucha and the subtle bitterness of tonic water, finished with bright citrus and a touch of sweetness.

15 MIN

Almond Flour Honey Espresso Latte

A velvety espresso latte enriched with nutty almond flour and sweetened with golden honey, finished with a frothy foam crown dusted with aromatic cinnamon.

15 MIN

Venetian Espresso & Amaretto Float

A Venetian-inspired layered coffee float combining freshly pulled espresso with the warm, almond notes of amaretto, topped with a billowy vanilla-scented cream and a dark chocolate finish.

35 MIN

Hazelnut Espresso Sgroppino

30 MIN

Milanese Espresso Ristretto with Caramelized Hazelnut Milk

A concentrated Milanese ristretto pulled from single-origin espresso, floated over velvety caramelized hazelnut milk with notes of dark chocolate and citrus zest.

70 MIN

Hazelnut Espresso Affogato

A classic Venetian dessert of silky frozen vanilla custard drowned in a hot espresso shot, crowned with toasted hazelnuts. The contrast of temperatures and textures makes each spoonful transcendent.

20 MIN

Venetian Espresso Spritz with Dry Vermouth

A Venetian-inspired aperitivo cocktail blending bold, cold espresso with aromatic dry vermouth and a splash of sparkling water, finished with citrus zest for brightness.

40 MIN

Espresso Seltzer with Orange Zest and Spiced Honey

15 MIN

Bicerin Italiano

45 MIN

Ginger Maple Espresso Fizz

A sophisticated cold espresso refresher with a handcrafted ginger-maple syrup and a lively fizz finish, balanced for bittersweet depth without any acrid notes.

15 MIN

Kombucha Espresso Tonic

15 MIN

Almond Flour Honey Espresso Latte

A velvety espresso latte enriched with nutty almond flour and sweetened with golden honey, finished with a frothy foam crown dusted with aromatic cinnamon.

15 MIN

Venetian Espresso & Amaretto Float

A Venetian-inspired layered coffee float combining freshly pulled espresso with the warm, almond notes of amaretto, topped with a billowy vanilla-scented cream and a dark chocolate finish.

From the Pantry

Signature staples

Espresso BeansBicerin GlassCeramic CupMoka Pot

Favorite tools

PortafilterTamperEspresso MachineCoffee RoasterScalePrecision Thermometer

Reaches for

Single-Origin ArabicaFreshly Ground BeansFiltered WaterOrganic Milk

Steers clear of

Pre-Ground CoffeeArtificial FlavorsLow-Quality Syrupspintochickpealentilkidney-beanswhite-beansblack-beanssoybeansplit-peasquashbutternutpumpkinzucchinieggplantcauliflowerbroccolicabbagebrusselsbok-choyartichokeasparagusokraturnipparsnipbell-pepperjalapenomushroomsweet-potatopotatochickenbeefporklambvealduckturkeybaconsausagesalmontunatroutshrimpscallopmusselclamoctopuslobstertofuanchovysardinequail-eggpastaspaghettimacaronipennefusillicouscousquinoabarleywhite-breadtortillaolive-oilvegetable-oilsesame-oilcanola-oilsunflower-oilpeanut-oilsoy-saucefish-sauceworcestershireketchupmayonnaisemustardsrirachabarbecuepestotomato-saucesmoked-paprikacheddarparmesanmozzarellafetamanchegogoat-cheesecured-cheese

Flavor Profile

The Loves

Dark ChocolateCaramelHazelnutCitrus ZestBitter Espresso

The Defaults

Balanced AciditySmooth BodyMedium Roast

The Avoids

Burnt TasteOversweetAcrid Notes