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The Significance and Characteristics of a Single Espresso Shot

The Significance and Characteristics of a Single Espresso Shot

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Single in the context of espresso brewing, refers to a single shot of espresso coffee, pulled from approximately 7-8 grams of coffee grounds. Also discussed as a solo, by the Italian name, a single shot normale espresso coffee holds about 1 oz.… Read more “The Significance and Characteristics of a Single Espresso Shot”
A Comprehensive Guide to Coffee Terminology: Exploring Concentration

A Comprehensive Guide to Coffee Terminology: Exploring Concentration

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In coffee creating, concentration is an important aspect, determining the coffee strength, taste and flavor. In specialty coffee, Total Dissolved Solids concentration is an important factor. Lots of people are particularly interested in caffeine concentration.… Read more “A Comprehensive Guide to Coffee Terminology: Exploring Concentration”
The Second Round of the Battle of the Baskets

The Second Round of the Battle of the Baskets

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Modern filter baskets have enabled a dramatic leap in the extraction yields possible with espresso. In the technique, they have gone from being a fairly hum-drum accessory to becoming perhaps among the the majority of important pieces of equipment on your bar.… Read more “The Second Round of the Battle of the Baskets”
A Comprehensive Guide to Porcelain in the World of Coffee

A Comprehensive Guide to Porcelain in the World of Coffee

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Porcelain is used for coffee cups and mugs and for coffee drippers. It is likewise used for kettles and coffee pots. Porcelain is a ceramic with a special manufacturing formula and process, and therefore it is interchangeable and even better than ceramics.… Read more “A Comprehensive Guide to Porcelain in the World of Coffee”
Understanding the Hermetic Seal: A Comprehensive Guide to the Coffee Dictionary

Understanding the Hermetic Seal: A Comprehensive Guide to the Coffee Dictionary

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A hermetic seal has the quality of being airtight. In common usage, the term often suggests being impervious to air or gas. When used technically, it is stated in conjunction with a specific test process and conditions of usage.… Read more “Understanding the Hermetic Seal: A Comprehensive Guide to the Coffee Dictionary”
"Using Wet Weiss Method for Espresso Preparation: A Guide for Baristas"

“Using Wet Weiss Method for Espresso Preparation: A Guide for Baristas”

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About six months ago, Dan Shusett from Tricolate introduced us to the idea of Wet Weiss Distribution — that is, using a Weiss distribution device to stir wet coffee grounds during brewing.… Read more ““Using Wet Weiss Method for Espresso Preparation: A Guide for Baristas””
Comparing RDT and The AutoComb in Barista Hustle

Comparing RDT and The AutoComb in Barista Hustle

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Unless you’ve been making your coffee from under a rock lately, you probably heard that scientists lately caught up with something home baristas have known for nearly two decades: that spraying your coffee with water very before grinding can reduce the amount of static created while grinding.… Read more “Comparing RDT and The AutoComb in Barista Hustle”
Understanding the Detailed Process of Grinding Coffee Beans: A Barista's Hard Work

Understanding the Detailed Process of Grinding Coffee Beans: A Barista’s Hard Work

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Grinding coffee bean-by-bean is up there with cryogenic grinding, double grinding and re-processing as a type of impractical perfection — all of which are mainly dismissed as inappropriate for the commercial environment.… Read more “Understanding the Detailed Process of Grinding Coffee Beans: A Barista’s Hard Work”
Storing Coffee Beans for Optimal Espresso Flavor

Storing Coffee Beans for Optimal Espresso Flavor

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Storing coffee is a topic that is often misunderstood. We will discuss the perfect ways to store your coffee beans and why the advice changes depending on factors such as the length of time you have stored them.… Read more “Storing Coffee Beans for Optimal Espresso Flavor”
What is a Ristretto? An Overview of Espresso-Based Beverages

What is a Ristretto? An Overview of Espresso-Based Beverages

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Ristretto is a concentrated shot of espresso coffee pulled with 30 to 50% less water than an espresso coffee “normale”, however the same amount of coffee grounds. It is crafted with 14-18 grams of ground coffee extracted into 30ml of water, (1 fluid ounce).… Read more “What is a Ristretto? An Overview of Espresso-Based Beverages”