As a coffee equipment technician, I’ve seen my fair share of home baristas struggling to get the perfect brew. The question on every beginner’s mind […]
Author: Simon Adler
My name is Simon Adler, and here's the deal. I'm a master technician who brings old machines back to life, and I write with the same passion for craftsmanship and transparency. I despise fluffy, generic advice that treats readers like they're clueless - I'm talking about the kind of writing that's as shallow as a disposable coffee maker. My readers are fellow enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty in well-built equipment, and I treat them with respect, explaining complex mechanics in a clear, confident tone. I hate writing that's as clichéd as a "coffee connoisseur" who can't tell a burr grinder from a blade, and I'm on a mission to demystify the inner workings of high-end machines, one carefully crafted sentence at a time. My goal is to empower readers to understand and appreciate the engineering that goes into their coffee gear, and to champion the kind of build quality that lasts a lifetime - not just a fleeting trend.
An Explainer: What Is a Tamping Mat and Do You Need One?
I still remember the first time I saw a tamping mat being used in a coffee shop. The barista carefully placed the portafilter on the […]
A Guide to Setting Up an Espresso Bar at Home
I still remember the day I set up my first home espresso bar – it was a game-changer for my daily coffee ritual. As a […]
An Explainer: What Is an Espresso Distribution Tool (wdt)?
I still remember the first time I encountered an espresso distribution tool (wdt). I was working on a high-end espresso machine, and the owner was […]
An Advanced Guide on How to Align Your Grinder Burrs
I still remember the first time I had to align my grinder burrs – it was a total game-changer for my morning brew. As a […]
An Explainer: What Is Single Dosing in Coffee Grinding?
I still remember the first time I encountered what is single dosing in coffee grinding. I was working on a restoration project for a vintage […]
A Traveler’s Guide to Hand Grinders
I still remember the first time I took my vintage coffee grinder on a camping trip – it was a game-changer. As a coffee equipment […]
Blade Grinder Vs. Burr Grinder: a Technician’s Explanation
I still remember the day I first encountered the blade grinder vs burr grinder debate. As a young technician, I was tasked with repairing a […]
A Teardown: How an Automatic Drip Coffee Machine Works
I still remember the first time I took apart an automatic drip coffee machine to see how it actually worked. The mystique surrounding these machines […]
An Explainer: What Is an Sca Certified Coffee Maker?
I still remember the first time I encountered an SCA certified coffee maker. I was working as a technician for a high-end Italian espresso machine […]