Paper puck filters and channel control
How paper puck filters influence espresso extraction, reduce channeling, and affect clarity and mouthfeel.
Body crema
Taste mapping by profile style
How different espresso profile styles—pressure, flow, and temperature manipulations—map to sensory outcomes in the cup.
Declining vs flat pressure profiles
The differences between declining and flat pressure profiles in espresso, and how they influence extraction dynamics and flavor outcomes.
Traditional Italian vs modern light roast espresso
The key differences between traditional Italian espresso and modern light roast espresso, including roast profiles, extraction parameters, and sensory outcomes.
Grind distribution modeling
How grind distribution modeling helps researchers and baristas understand particle size variation, fines content, and its impact on extraction and flow dynamics.
Channeling detection and mitigation
How to detect espresso channeling, understand its causes, and apply puck preparation techniques to prevent it.