I’ve been making espresso for years and I’d always settled for the grinder’s initial purge to “clean out” the remnants of the previous batch. When I discovered zero-retention single-dose grinders, I realized I was losing a real part of the quality of every coffee I bought. The concept is simple, but the impact is enormous:…
Some time ago I noticed a detail that caught my attention when grinding coffee: some fines shot out and stuck to the walls of the container, while others fell in clumps. I asked a technical barista and they explained that it was static electricity — a phenomenon I knew existed, but whose implications for espresso…
When I started taking specialty coffee at home seriously, choosing a grinder was the decision I researched the most and the one I regretted most at first. I bought a grinder that was too cheap, thinking it made no difference, and it took me months to understand that the inconsistencies I was getting in flavor…
Grinder burrs are one of those parts that wear down so gradually that the deterioration goes unnoticed until one day you realize the coffee no longer tastes the same and you’ve spent weeks adjusting and readjusting the grind setting without success. The problem isn’t the coffee or the machine: it’s the burrs. I looked into…
Cryogrinding is a technique that has gained relevance in the world of coffee thanks to its ability to preserve the freshness of the beans. By freezing coffee before grinding, the quality of the final beverage can be improved. This practice not only extends coffee’s shelf life, but also optimizes the grinding process, allowing for a…
Cleaning the grinder is essential to guarantee a good quality cup of coffee. However, many coffee enthusiasts use rice as a cleaning method, which can be harmful. This article sets out the reasons why rice should not be used and offers more effective alternatives to keep the grinder in optimal condition. Proper cleaning is essential…
The French press is a popular method for making coffee, known for its simplicity and flavor. However, the coffee grind is a key factor in achieving good extraction. In this article, we tell you how to grind coffee properly for this type of coffee maker. We will try to explain in a simple way aspects…