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Espresso knowledge | will the temperature of coffee powder lead to uneven extraction of espresso?

Espresso knowledge | will the temperature of coffee powder lead to uneven extraction of espresso?

Are you worried about the water temperature change in the head of the espresso machine 3C? Yes? Well, what if I told you that the temperature change of your ground coffee might be much greater? The relationship between coffee powder temperature and espresso quality is often overlooked. But it exists-the industry begins to pay attention to it. Is your coffee grinder heating ground coffee? There are many different types of grinders available

Espresso | how to ensure a stable flow rate during the extraction of espresso is important

Espresso | how to ensure a stable flow rate during the extraction of espresso is important

Have you ever tried to keep the extraction time of espresso consistent? Maybe you have checked the machine to make sure that the pressure and temperature are stable. Your powder is correct. And you have to tamp it carefully. However, no matter how much you follow these best practices, the extraction time will change. So what's the problem? Well, this may be your process consistency. The flow rate is concentrated.

Semi-automatic espresso machine purchase guide is the performance of the coffee machine the more expensive the better

Semi-automatic espresso machine purchase guide is the performance of the coffee machine the more expensive the better

Do you want an espresso machine, but you don't know what to do? Are you not sure if you want to buy production or semi-automatic machines? Want to know if your new coffee machine needs stress analysis? Check out this guide for a guide to buying the best machines for your home, coffee shop or business. Factors that you should consider there are many good machines, but effective methods for a person may be

How to adjust the parameters of hand-made coffee and how to sweeten a cup of hand-made coffee

How to adjust the parameters of hand-made coffee and how to sweeten a cup of hand-made coffee

I believe that many friends have the habit of making coffee by hand at home, but sometimes they feel that they can't get the taste of a cafe, so they fall into a state of turning the corner. In this issue, the editor will share the parameters that affect a cup of coffee. First, coffee beans high-quality coffee beans are the foundation of a good cup of coffee. Generally speaking, the coffee beans used in hand-brewed coffee are single beans, that is, single-origin coffee beans.

How to get started with Coffee roasting | basic knowledge of Coffee Baking how to roast coffee beans at home

How to get started with Coffee roasting | basic knowledge of Coffee Baking how to roast coffee beans at home

I bet baking is something every barista wants to know! We can develop the flavor by roasting coffee. How can we get the best taste of coffee? What actually happens when you bake? Why is baking important? Coffee beans are seeds that ripen in coffee cherries. They are then processed and dried into coffee beans. Before baking, the coffee beans are green

How to extract coffee beans with different treatments? How to adjust the cooking of coffee beans with different treatments

How to extract coffee beans with different treatments? How to adjust the cooking of coffee beans with different treatments

Tanning is one of the oldest coffee treatments. Coffee cherries are dried like raisins after picking. In addition to producing vibrant berry-flavored coffee, this method often leads to the maximum degradation of the cellular structure of coffee. Coffee beans treated with water often have the strongest cellular structure, while honey treatment is somewhere between the two. Leaven

Why calibrating self-senses is important to the accuracy of cup testing? how to treat cup testing correctly?

Why calibrating self-senses is important to the accuracy of cup testing? how to treat cup testing correctly?

Few people know more about the nuances of coffee than my colleagues, including several experienced baristas, two Q-Graders, one Q-Instructor, and another colleague who has worked in baking, QC and Green Coffee for more than 10 years. I think it will be a perfect group, and here I can test my hypothesis that the same coffee brewing will be presented in separate cups.

Why does the coffee have a bitter taste? how to avoid extracting too much caffeine?

Why does the coffee have a bitter taste? how to avoid extracting too much caffeine?

Caffeine belongs to plant alkaloid, unscented and slightly bitter, but it is not the main source of bitterness. generally speaking, the content of caffeine is absolutely related to the variety of coffee. in addition, many people think that caffeine is the cause of heart palpitations when drinking coffee. in fact, it may be caused by coffee is not fresh, or the harmful substances of defective beans are caused by the adverse effects of caffeine.

The Ethiopian Coffee Guide gives you a 5-minute understanding of the origin of coffee

The Ethiopian Coffee Guide gives you a 5-minute understanding of the origin of coffee

Ethiopia is recognized as the birthplace of coffee and is highly respected in the specialty coffee industry. Coffee beans from this country are the staple food on the menu of coffee shops around the world. But why is Ethiopian coffee so well received? How much do you really know about this origin? Coffee production areas in Ethiopia vary widely from region to region, micro-region and even from farm to farm.

The higher the altitude, the better the quality of coffee beans? what factors determine the hardness of coffee beans?

The higher the altitude, the better the quality of coffee beans? what factors determine the hardness of coffee beans?

Pick up any bag of hand-baked specialty coffee and look at the label. You will notice that it tells you some information: the country and region of origin, the taste instructions for coffee beans, perhaps the name of the farm or roaster and, if it is a single origin, it will usually tell you its name. Altitude, measured in meters above sea level (masl). But it's practical.

Why can Dalgona Coffee teach you how to make a professional Dagna coffee around the world?

Why can Dalgona Coffee teach you how to make a professional Dagna coffee around the world?

Spend any time on social media and you'll notice the trend that the platform encourages people to try viral foods and drinks and tailor them to your preferences. Some drinks have become popular because of their unique appearance and that anyone can remake them at home. In South Korea, this paves the way for a revival of homemade stirred coffee drinks known as Dalgona Coffee. this

What's the difference between Cortado and a little latte? what's the difference between Cortado around the world?

What's the difference between Cortado and a little latte? what's the difference between Cortado around the world?

A customer walks into your coffee shop and orders a Cortado. According to your point of view or your position in the world, you can give them a lot of drinks. For some people, Cortado is the ratio of coffee to steamed milk. For others, it's a small piece of white or latte. Some even say it depends on the customer. There are so many questions about what Cortado is.

How to trace the origin of individual coffee to the origin of Serrado, Brazil, using QR code to trace the source

How to trace the origin of individual coffee to the origin of Serrado, Brazil, using QR code to trace the source

Traceability opens the door to better coffee quality and a fairer value chain. But the journey from farm to cup is long and staffed: producers, millers, cooperatives, exporters, importers, roasters, coffee shops, can the solution lie in modern technology? The Serrado Coffee Growers Association thinks so. In Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil.

How to use the roasting probe to observe the baking degree of coffee how should the baking probe be maintained

How to use the roasting probe to observe the baking degree of coffee how should the baking probe be maintained

Readings from different detectors and ovens will always be different. However, understanding the variables that affect the readings of each baking probe and how to control these variables can help you maintain consistency in baking, data and quality. Join us to explore how to better understand baking probe data, how different probes work, and how to help ensure consistent readings. Baking probe position

How to clean the coffee roaster what do you need to pay attention to?

How to clean the coffee roaster what do you need to pay attention to?

Cleaning and maintaining your roaster can be a daunting task not only are there many parts to be maintained, from roasters to piping and slag removers, but they are usually large, heavy or difficult to get. However, this is an essential part of becoming a coffee roaster. Poorly maintained baking will bring great risks to the health and safety of you and your employees, and cause personal injury.

Can boutique coffee capsules make delicious espresso? how to use coffee capsules?

Can boutique coffee capsules make delicious espresso? how to use coffee capsules?

For coffee consumers, capsule coffee is in a sense a compromise between convenience and quality. However, as they become more and more popular, boutique coffee has gradually joined the camp of capsule coffee. So, how good can coffee capsules do? Can we break people's inertia of thinking? And why are they becoming more and more popular? This article will find out. 01. What?

How to cultivate the senses of coffee, how to taste the different flavors of coffee and can be described.

How to cultivate the senses of coffee, how to taste the different flavors of coffee and can be described.

I believe that many enthusiasts will encounter such a situation. I buy a bag of beans with citrus and peach flavor, but I can't taste them, so I suspect it's the beans, the cooking, or the senses. The flavor of coffee bothers many students. Why can't I drink it because there are so many flavors on the flavor table? ~ after all, not everyone has a specialty.

The Development History of Macchiato | what's the difference between American Macchiato and Italian Macchiato?

The Development History of Macchiato | what's the difference between American Macchiato and Italian Macchiato?

Thanks to Americans' inventions of traditional Italian coffee culture, it is now difficult for us to read the espresso-based drinks list in coffee shops, and it is even more difficult to tell which coffees are made with water and which with syrup. Macchiato is one of the most pitiful victims. Many people can tell what an Italian concentrate is and which one is a cappuccino, but it's hard to tell what a Ma is.

How to clean semi-automatic espresso machine maintenance course

How to clean semi-automatic espresso machine maintenance course

Different coffee machines have different time limits, and the life of the espresso machine is about 8 to 10 years. When you carefully clean and maintain it daily, no matter how busy your coffee shop is every day, it will make a good espresso for you. Highlight: it's too important to effectively clean your coffee maker! 1. Timely cleaning is a barista or coffee from

The history of the development of mocha pot how to use mocha pot to make coffee can mocha pot make espresso

The history of the development of mocha pot how to use mocha pot to make coffee can mocha pot make espresso

The mocha pot, the product of Italian coffee culture, was invented in Italy and is a natural development of the coffee industry in that country. Coffee was first introduced to Italy in the 16th century as an exotic and expensive luxury. As a result, it is mainly spent by wealthy Italians in commercial cafes. These companies use hot dipping to prepare and serve coffee in coffee pots. The growth of demand has prompted innovators to look for