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Factors of good preparation and valuable barista knowledge from the world of coffee preparation - tips and background information.

The most important questions about coffee preparation, portafilter machines, technology, and troubleshooting, simply explained

FAQ Coffee Knowledge & Technique – Barista Tips, Portafilter & Espresso Guide

Discover our practical FAQ Coffee Knowledge & Technology Guide on espresso and perfect portafilter preparation. You'll gain valuable barista knowledge, solutions for common problems, help with issues concerning portafilter machines, and tips for diagnosing defects. Whether you're a beginner or a professional – with easy-to-understand instructions, you'll sustainably improve taste, extraction, and coffee quality.

Questions like: what are the best professional portafilter machines, what is the right grind setting for a coffee grinder, why is cleaning a brew group so important, what are the technical differences, what barista accessories are necessary, or even the question: "Why is my portafilter leaking water and no longer building up brewing pressure?" Benefit from clear explanations, valuable tips, and years of experience from barista practice.

Channeling beim Espresso: Ursachen, Anzeichen und wie du Kanalbildung vermeidest.

What is channeling in coffee extraction?

If your coffee tastes sour, bitter, or simply unbalanced after extraction, this could be a sign of channeling. This article explains the reasons behind it.

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So tampst Du richtig - Wertvolle Tipps für die perfekte Kaffeezubereitung

How to tamp properly - valuable tips for the perfect coffee preparation

Why is tamping (compressing coffee) so important and what influence it has on the taste of the coffee.
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10 Barista Geheimnisse für einen richtig guten Espresso

10 Barista Secrets for a Really Good Espresso

We asked our experienced barista what makes a good espresso. Here you can find out what's important.
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