Extraction yield

Batch brewers and SCA standards

Batch brewers and SCA standards

How modern batch brewers function and how SCA standards guide consistency and quality in automatic drip brewing.

Acceptance thresholds and tolerances

Acceptance thresholds and tolerances

How to set clear quality thresholds and tolerances to ensure consistency in coffee production and brewing.

Scale accuracy and timing precision

Scale accuracy and timing precision

Why precise measurement of mass and time is critical in brewing consistency and quality control.

Calculating EY and TDS accurately

Calculating EY and TDS accurately

How to correctly calculate extraction yield (EY) and beverage strength (TDS) for precise quality control in coffee brewing.

Refractometer use and calibration

Refractometer use and calibration

How to use and calibrate a coffee refractometer to measure TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) for quality control and consistency.

Iterative dialing-in workflow

Iterative dialing-in workflow

A systematic approach to refining brew parameters step by step until the desired flavor balance is achieved.