Maintenance and gasket replacement
How to maintain a Moka pot or ibrik, with a focus on cleaning routines, gasket care, and safe replacement practices.
Summary proper
Bean storage and freezer method
How to store coffee beans properly at home, the pros and cons of different storage methods, and how to use the freezer method to preserve freshness.
Alignment and parallelism
How precise alignment and parallel positioning of burrs affects grind consistency and extraction performance.
Scorching and tipping causes
Understand why scorching and tipping occur during roasting and how to prevent them.
Probes: placement, lag, calibration
Understand the critical role of temperature probes in tracking bean and environmental temperatures, ensuring accurate roast profiles and repeatable results.