Essential gear and upgrade path
The core equipment every home coffee brewer should start with, and a suggested upgrade path for improving quality and consistency over time.
Ensures water
Headspace measurement and consistency
Why measuring and maintaining consistent puck headspace is crucial for even extractions and how to achieve it reliably.
Distribution methods (stockfleth, OCD tools)
The most common espresso distribution techniques—manual methods like Stockfleth’s move and mechanical tools like OCD—and how they influence puck uniformity.
Testing kits and titration
How to monitor and verify water composition for coffee using practical testing methods.