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The six fundamentals

The building blocks of a good shot. Tap any one to read up on it.

  1. 1Grind sizeHow fine or coarse — the biggest lever on taste.
  2. 2DistributionSpreading the grounds evenly before you tamp.
  3. 3TampPressing level so water can't take shortcuts.
  4. 4Brew ratioCoffee in vs. liquid out — strength and balance.
  5. 5Bean qualityFreshness and roast — the raw material matters.
  6. 6Contact timeHow long water meets coffee, start to finish.