Paper puck filters and channel control
How paper puck filters influence espresso extraction, reduce channeling, and affect clarity and mouthfeel.
Lighter roasts
Flow-regulated extractions
How flow-regulated espresso extractions differ from pressure-based methods, and how they influence consistency, puck integrity, and flavor.
Allonge and turbo shot concepts
Two modern espresso styles—allongé and turbo shot—their brewing parameters, taste profiles, and why baristas experiment with them.
Traditional Italian vs modern light roast espresso
The key differences between traditional Italian espresso and modern light roast espresso, including roast profiles, extraction parameters, and sensory outcomes.
Brazilian cafezinho traditions
The role of cafezinho, Brazil’s traditional small coffee, in everyday life and hospitality.
Kettles and temperature control
The role of kettles and temperature control in home brewing, and how to choose the right tools for precision and consistency.