Balance clarity

Temperature profiling and surfing

Temperature profiling and surfing

How temperature profiling and temperature surfing influence espresso extraction, especially across roast levels and machine types.

Strength targets for different methods

Strength targets for different methods

Typical strength targets (TDS ranges) for different brewing methods, and why each method has its own ideal balance.

Shot time vs flow profiling

Shot time vs flow profiling

The relationship between shot time, flow rate, and pressure profiling, and how they shape espresso extraction and flavor.

Competition-style immersion brews

Competition-style immersion brews

How barista competitors design immersion and hybrid brewing recipes to maximize clarity, sweetness, and complexity on stage.

Bypass and dilution in immersion

Bypass and dilution in immersion

How bypass and dilution techniques can adjust strength and flavor balance in immersion and hybrid brewing without compromising extraction quality.

V60: grind, pour patterns, and filters

V60: grind, pour patterns, and filters

How to optimize grind size, pouring technique, and filter choice for consistent and flavorful V60 brews.