Tamping technique and pressure
How proper tamping technique and consistent pressure contribute to puck integrity, flow resistance, and espresso quality.
Ground coffee
Declumping and WDT tools
How declumping and Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT) tools improve puck preparation, reduce channeling, and enhance espresso consistency.
Weighing dose and yield precisely
Why precise weighing of both coffee dose and espresso yield is essential for consistency and quality control.
Definition and brew parameters
The definition of espresso and the key parameters that govern its preparation.
Cupping-style brews for evaluation
How cupping-style immersion brews are used to evaluate coffee quality, consistency, and defects in a standardized way.
Clever Dripper steep-and-release
How the Clever Dripper combines immersion and percolation for an easy, forgiving brew method with balanced flavor.