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"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, utilizing a Weiss distribution tool 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 actually before grinding can reduce the amount of static created while grinding.… Read more “Comparing RDT and The AutoComb in Barista Hustle”
Lavazza Dek

Lavazza Dek Decaffeinato: An Intricate and Affordable Decaffeinated Coffee Blend

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Lavazza Dek Decaffeinato is one of the wonderful decaffeinated coffee blends for those who are looking for a flavorful decaf choice for their espresso coffee shot. Lavazza, being a big roaster, has more resources than small artisan roasters and is able to decaffeinate their beans in a healthy way while maintaining a excellent flavor.… Read more “Lavazza Dek Decaffeinato: An Intricate and Affordable Decaffeinated Coffee Blend”
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 strong shot of espresso coffee pulled with 30 to 50% less water than an espresso coffee coffee “normale”, but 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”
Flat White: An Espresso-Based Coffee Drink

Flat White: An Espresso-Based Coffee Drink

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The flat white is a milk-based espresso coffee ingest similar to latte and cappuccino. It is typically served in a smaller cup than a latte and is prepared with a double shot of espresso coffee.… Read more “Flat White: An Espresso-Based Coffee Drink”
Manual vs. Automated vs. Super Auto; It's a Complex!

Espresso Machines – Manual vs. Automated vs. Super Auto; It’s Complex!

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When I first discovered my enjoy for espresso coffee coffee and began to understand how to make it at home only four forms of machine technologies available that could create genuine espresso (I’m not including stove boilers, stovetops, or camp espresso coffee devices):Manual Machines, built on levers that work with your hand strength to move water across a coffee-based bed or work with a spring to complete the work.… Read more “Espresso Machines – Manual vs. Automated vs. Super Auto; It’s Complex!”

Gaggia Classic Pro Review. Still The Best in 2022?

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As you’ll understand if you read my original Gaggia classic review, I’m truly fond of the Gaggia Classic – as lots of people are, however I’d been less impressed by more recent iterations of the classic, so when they released the new Gaggia Classic pro, obviously I was really keen to get my hands on one.… Read more “Gaggia Classic Pro Review. Still The Best in 2022?”

10 Best Coffee Shops in Irvine: Great Cafés to Try!

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When you’re in a new city, on vacation, or just passing through, you need to discover where the best coffee shops are to get that much-needed jolt of caffeine in the mornings, or for some of us, all throughout the day.… Read more “10 Best Coffee Shops in Irvine: Great Cafés to Try!”