Golden cup standards and targets
The Golden Cup Standard, how it defines ideal coffee strength and extraction yield, and how to use it as a brewing target.
Grind dose
Data logging and experiment design
How to design structured coffee experiments and use data logging to track variables, extract insights, and improve consistency.
Keeping logs and iteration
Why keeping brew logs helps home brewers refine their technique, and how to use iteration to systematically improve coffee quality.
Common home brewing mistakes
The most frequent mistakes made in home coffee brewing, why they matter, and how to fix them for better results.
Dial-in order: grind, dose, water
The logical sequence for dialing in home coffee brews by adjusting grind size, dose, and water composition for consistent results.
Channeling detection and mitigation
How to detect espresso channeling, understand its causes, and apply puck preparation techniques to prevent it.