Category: Techniques

I still remember the countless hours I spent perfecting my brew, only to be let down by a subpar grind size. The myth that one […]

I still remember the first time I heard someone claim that the best water temperature for pour-over had to be exactly 205 degrees Fahrenheit, or […]

I still remember the first time I witnessed a coffee bloom – it was like a little miracle unfolding before my eyes. The question of […]

I still remember the day I realized that how to control your pouring speed was the key to unlocking the perfect cup of coffee. It […]

I still remember the first time I was faced with the v60 vs chemex brewing technique dilemma. As a certified Q Grader and National Barista […]

I still remember the day I realized that common milk steaming mistakes to avoid were the culprit behind my subpar lattes. I was working at […]

I still remember the day I realized that alternative milks weren’t just a fad, but a game-changer for my coffee craft. I was competing in […]

I still remember the days when I’d struggle to understand the difference between milk for a latte vs a cappuccino. As a barista, I knew […]

I still remember the first time I nailed glossy microfoam – it was like a little piece of coffee magic, and it’s actually pretty easy […]

I still remember the first time I heard someone explain what is pre-infusion in espresso as if it was some kind of mystical ritual that […]