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FAQs and Favorites
by
HB » Nov 20, 2014, 8:54 pm
Below is a collection of this forum's most popular topics. To nominate a thread for inclusion in this list, please post a reply to this message. Remember to check the Resources page for other references.
Required Reading:
Heat Exchanger Operation:
Extraction Diagnosis:...
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Nov 20, 2014, 8:54 pm
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Espresso 101: Newbie Introduction to Espresso [videos]
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HB » Jul 02, 2013, 11:34 am
The Newbie Introduction to Espresso series of videos was created specifically for those new to making espresso at home. In addition to watching these videos, I strongly urge newbies to spend an evening with the site's Recommended Reading outlined in the FAQs and Favorites Digest...
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Jul 02, 2013, 11:34 am
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Espresso 101: How to Adjust Dose and Grind Setting by Taste
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another_jim » Mar 12, 2011, 6:11 pm
This very basic information has been posted many times, but is scattered and hard to find. So here it is in a prominent spot.
There are two sections. The first section teaches you how to initially set your grind range and coffee doses. In the US, the prevalence of latte...
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Mar 12, 2011, 6:11 pm
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Single Origin Espresso Brewing
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Elliot » Today, 12:17 pm
I have looked back through a number of threads (most of them rather old) on nuances, tips, tricks and differences to pulling single origin espresso. While I am able to dial in a blend (like Espresso Vivace Dolce) in a shot or two, results with my SO's are far less consistent....
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Today, 5:19 pm
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Cortado help
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slybarman » Oct 17, 2019, 8:16 am
By way of background I drink lattes almost exclusively. I have never really cared for the taste of straight espresso. I have always found it to be too in-my-face and astringent.
I've been watching some videos of making cortados and thought it was worth a go as I like the idea...
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Yesterday, 2:37 pm
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Milk Frothing on the QM Andreja Premium
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DJL » Yesterday, 2:14 pm
I realize there are tons of posts related to learning/mastering frothing and latte art, I've read many and watched many videos, yet i'm not able to make decent micro foam with my new Andreja I use cold, 3% whole milk (lactose free), into a cold 350ml pitcher filled 1/3 to just...
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Yesterday, 2:14 pm
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Ideal extraction rate over time for espresso shots
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boldstep » Oct 07, 2019, 8:17 pm
Hi
I shared a video of me extracting Vivace Dolce on my Linea Mini with a friend and he said that it looked good but noted it sped up a little too much at the end. That got me wondering what an ideal espresso shot should look like in terms of the flow rate over time. Eg should...
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Yesterday, 2:02 pm
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Scratch protection for top of Bosco
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bettysnephew » Oct 21, 2019, 8:40 am
I recently got this from Amazon to protect the top cup tray of the Bosco from scratches. It would work for other machines and there are other models in different widths if this is too wide for your machine. Working well, allows great ventilation and doesn't stink like some of...
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Yesterday, 6:40 pm
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Looking for a new mod to the Dedica (OPV)
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Kemo_88 » May 27, 2019, 5:11 am
Hi to all dedica users
I have been using this machine with a depressurized basket and a breville smart grinder pro with great tasty shots.
Now i want to take this machine further step a head, the machine is equipped with a saftey relief pressure valve to protect the pump, of...
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Oct 21, 2019, 10:33 am
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Decent V2 levelling tamper - clarification on tamping pressure
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1canuck2 » Oct 17, 2019, 9:54 pm
I am a new (and proud) owner of an ECM Synchronika and Niche Zero. I'm just beginning the obsession with perfecting my technique! I bought the Decent Espresso Barista Kit with the Decent V2 tamper. I am in need of clarification about the tamper since it's not exactly clear on...
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Oct 20, 2019, 7:18 pm
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