Agglomeration and solubility
How agglomeration improves instant coffee’s solubility, the science behind it, and why it matters for consumer experience.
Size distribution
Recipe repeatability tools
The essential tools and practices that help ensure immersion and hybrid brewing recipes are repeatable and consistent across multiple brews.
Darcy-style intuition for flow in beds
How to conceptualize water flow through coffee grounds using principles inspired by Darcy’s Law, connecting pressure, resistance, and flow rate.
Particle measurement basics
How to measure and understand grind particle size, distribution, and its impact on extraction.
Burr wear and replacement
How burr wear affects grind consistency and flavor, and when to replace them for optimal performance.
Static, clumping, and RDT
How static and clumping affect grind consistency and how the Ross Droplet Technique (RDT) can mitigate these issues.