Allonge and turbo shot concepts
Two modern espresso styles—allongé and turbo shot—their brewing parameters, taste profiles, and why baristas experiment with them.
Practical tips
Calibration for espresso vs filter
How to calibrate a grinder for espresso versus filter coffee, and why the grind requirements differ between methods.
Zeroing and burr touchpoint
How to properly zero a grinder and identify the burr touchpoint, ensuring accuracy and consistency in grind settings.
Dose precision and variance control
Why dose precision is critical in brewing, how small errors affect strength and extraction, and strategies for controlling variance in recipes.
Brew yield vs beverage yield
The distinction between brew yield and beverage yield, and why both matter for accurate recipe design and sensory results.
Recipe scaling for groups
How to scale ibrik and Moka pot recipes for serving multiple people while maintaining flavor balance and consistency.