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.
Mineral content
Boiler scale prevention and water path
How scale forms in espresso machine boilers, the water path it follows, and strategies to prevent buildup and maintain performance.
Consistency across locations
Why maintaining consistent water chemistry is critical when brewing coffee in multiple cafes or regions.
Remineralization recipes and concentrates
Understand how to adjust purified or RO water using mineral concentrates to achieve ideal coffee extraction properties.
Filtration: softeners, carbon, RO
Explore common water filtration methods used in coffee preparation and how each affects water quality and taste.
pH, TDS, and conductivity
Understand how pH, total dissolved solids (TDS), and conductivity affect coffee extraction and flavor.