Flair Pro 2 Espresso Maker

The Flair 58 Pro 2 is a fully manual lever espresso maker engineered for enthusiasts who want cafe-grade control without the footprint, noise, or electrical demands of a traditional machine. Built around a 58mm portafilter — the same basket size used in commercial cafes — it delivers precision, portability, and the tactile satisfaction of pulling a shot by hand. No boiler. No pump. Just you, the lever, and the coffee.

This is the top of Flair's manual lineup. The Pro 2 features a cast aluminum base, stainless steel brew post, and an integrated pressure gauge that gives real-time feedback during extraction. You control the pressure curve with your hands, adjusting flow and intensity as the shot develops. It's the kind of direct control that electric machines automate away — and for many home baristas, that hands-on process is the entire point.

Key Features

• 58mm portafilter system: Uses standard commercial baskets, making it easy to dial in and experiment with different basket profiles
• Integrated pressure gauge: Analog gauge mounted directly on the brew cylinder provides instant feedback, helping you stay within the optimal 6-9 bar range
• Upgraded construction: Cast aluminum base and lever assembly, stainless steel brew post — built to last decades, not years
• Detachable brew head: Preheating is simple — drop the cylinder in boiling water while you dose and tamp
• Large capacity brew cylinder: Accommodates up to 18 grams in, 56ml out — enough headroom for traditional espresso ratios and longer pulls
• Portable design: Fits in the included precision-cut carrying case; ideal for travel, camping, or small kitchens
• No electricity required: Boil water with any heat source, grind with a hand grinder if needed, and you're pulling shots anywhere

What You'll Need

The Flair Pro 2 is not a complete espresso system on its own. You'll need three things: a quality burr grinder (hand grinder or electric), fresh whole bean coffee, and a way to boil water. A gooseneck kettle with temperature control is ideal but not required — any kettle that boils water will work. A basic kitchen scale helps with dosing consistency, but many users eyeball it after the first few weeks.

Ideal For

The Flair Pro 2 is best suited for intermediate home baristas who already understand the fundamentals of espresso — dose, grind size, extraction time — and want more control over the brewing process. It's also a great choice for anyone with limited counter space, renters who can't plumb in a machine, or coffee lovers who travel frequently and refuse to compromise on shot quality. If you're comfortable with a hands-on workflow and want to feel the resistance of the puck as pressure builds, this is your machine. If you want one-button convenience, look elsewhere.