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The first espresso drops form beneath a portafilter beside an espresso machine pressure gauge.
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Pre-Infusion and Pressure: Gentler Shots, Sweeter Results

Pre-infusion gently wets the puck before full pressure, reducing channeling and boosting sweetness. Here's what...
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An espresso with rich crema is paired with chocolate, hazelnuts, cherry, and orange peel tasting cues.
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Coaxing Out Tasting Notes in Espresso

The notes on the bag are really in there. Here's how ratio, grind, and temperature...
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Hands tamp a level coffee puck in a portafilter beside a WDT distribution tool.
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Puck Prep: Distribution, WDT, and Tamping for Even Extraction

Channeling is the hidden cause of shots that taste sour and bitter at once. Here's...
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