What is the shelf life of roasted coffee?
Generally speaking, roasted coffee doesn’t expire. That being said, whole bean coffee can stale significantly within 4 weeks, losing much of its aromatic and…
Coffee General
What is the best coffee to water ratio for espresso?
The coffee to water ratio will vary a lot depending on personal taste. We tend to use a ratio of 1 part coffee to…
Can I use pre-ground coffee with my coffee maker?
Yes, you can use pre-ground coffee with our coffee makers. However, for better results, we strongly encourage you to invest in a burr grinder,…
What is the advantage of a naked / bottomless portafilter?
A naked / bottomless portafilter is ultimately a great training tool. The naked portafilter allows you to see the bottom of the portafilter basket…
Espresso runs too fast and is watery / bland
Grind too coarse Grinder can’t grind fine enough Dose too low Tamp too light Run too much water Coffee old or stale Blade grinder
No crema on espresso
Old coffee Stale coffee Pre-ground coffee Coarse grind Low dose Blade grinder Too much water Low pressure
Sour / Acidic espresso
Sour/acidic shots can result from a few things. Espresso extracts like this: Acidity > Sweetness > Bitterness. You can balance out acidity if you…