Everything you need to learn about coffee! Learn about different coffee brewing methods, tips and tricks as well as techniques to improve your coffee brewing.
One of the most frustrating experiences for new (and even experienced) home baristas is pulling a shot that tastes wrong. Instead of sweet, balanced espresso, you end up with something sour (sharp, lemony, underdeveloped) or bitter (harsh, ashy, overcooked). This guide will walk you through why your espresso tastes sour or bitter, the science behind it, and step-by-step fixes.
If you’ve just bought an espresso machine, you may have noticed that it came with one specific type of filter baskets: pressurized or non-pressurized. But what’s the difference? And which one should you actually use at home?
Keeping your espresso machine clean isn’t just about appearances - it directly affects the taste of your espresso and increases the lifespan of your machine, grinder and equipment. Here’s a simple daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning guide that works for most home espresso machines.
If you’re new to making espresso at home, one of the first questions you might encounter is: What’s the difference between a single basket and a double basket? Portafilter baskets - the metal filter cups that hold your ground coffee - come in different sizes, and knowing which one to use (and why) makes a big difference in your espresso.
One of the most common questions among new coffee drinkers is: what exactly is the difference between coffee and espresso? Some assume espresso is just stronger coffee. Others think it comes from a different bean. The truth is both simpler and more interesting.
Dialing in espresso is one of the most important skills for any barista or home coffee enthusiast. It's the process of adjusting your variables grind size, dose, and yield so that the espresso tastes balanced and highlights the unique qualities of your beans.
