Consistency under rush conditions
How to maintain espresso shot consistency during peak service hours, balancing speed, workflow, and quality.
Espresso quality
Energy efficiency and warm-up
How espresso machines manage energy efficiency, why warm-up time matters, and strategies to reduce energy use without compromising quality.
Maintenance: backflushing and gasket care
How backflushing and gasket maintenance keep espresso machines clean, efficient, and free from flavor contamination.
Boiler scale prevention and water path
How scale forms in espresso machine boilers, the water path it follows, and strategies to prevent buildup and maintain performance.
Channeling detection and mitigation
How to detect espresso channeling, understand its causes, and apply puck preparation techniques to prevent it.
Consistency across baristas
How to maintain espresso consistency across different baristas by standardizing workflow, training, and communication.