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Burr seasoning and break-in

Burr seasoning and break-in

Why new burrs require a break-in period, how seasoning affects grind consistency and flavor, and the best practices for speeding up the process.

Simple remineralized water recipe

Simple remineralized water recipe

A practical recipe for creating remineralized water at home to improve coffee extraction and flavor clarity.

Menu integration and costing

Menu integration and costing

How to effectively integrate cold coffee options into a café menu, calculate costs, and price them for profitability while meeting customer expectations.

Distribution methods (stockfleth, OCD tools)

Distribution methods (stockfleth, OCD tools)

The most common espresso distribution techniques—manual methods like Stockfleth’s move and mechanical tools like OCD—and how they influence puck uniformity.

Weather mitigation strategies

Weather mitigation strategies

This topic explains how farmers manage weather-related risks during coffee drying and storage, with strategies to protect against rain, humidity, wind, and excessive sun exposure.

Bed materials and sanitation

Bed materials and sanitation

This topic explains the types of bed materials used in coffee drying, their advantages and disadvantages, and why sanitation is essential for preventing defects and ensuring quality.