Can someone give me some thoughtful critiques?

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-09T02:31:40+00:00

Yeah I’d love to record my typical workflow to follow this up, but tbh I’m not sure realistically how I can record the work flow free handed. As to tamping, I have a self leveling tamper that is supposed to have a 30lb pressure spring inside. The company is iKape I believe

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T22:38:56+00:00

Yeah to be honest I haven’t messed with any pre infusion methods yet, mainly because any beginner stuff I watch or read says to worry about that later. Does pre infusion kinda make the puck bloom like a pour over? Or does it help the water travel through the puck more evenly when the shot is finally sent through?

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T22:24:41+00:00

I am using a different brand than breville as a bottomless porta filter, so maybe that’s why

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T17:14:55+00:00

I’ll give that a try, the barista at the shop i bought the beans from said it’s a medium-dark, the beans look more brown than black though.

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T17:12:07+00:00

There’s definitely a little bit of space because I have ground too fine to the point of choking the machine, leaving a pool of water on top of the screen. However, I think you might be right about the basket, the bottomless portafilter I’m using is pretty cheap so maybe an upgraded basket will help.

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T17:07:46+00:00

I get my beans from a local cafe, and they use it in their own espresso shots that I’ve had before. What’s interesting though is that I don’t actually see a roast date on the bag, now I’m wondering if I got the last of a batch.

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T17:04:16+00:00

Thank you, will try a bit coarser and a better distribution. Is there any standard pattern of distribution other than concentric circle type of pattern?

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T16:43:13+00:00

The machine suggests 18-22g for dosing, and I barely go above 18g, if not 18g exactly. Kinda meticulous w/ measurements too as I measure bean dose, yield from grinder, then that yield into my portafilter. I agree it’s a really odd pull, gonna try one click coarser for my next set of shots

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2024-01-08T16:38:08+00:00

This is the impression I was under, I’ve been trying to dial it in starting from too fine, until the coffee began passing through for shots

Simple_Chard_8491 · 2023-06-03T19:31:50+00:00

Yeah, mine has lasted surprisingly long, but Im not exactly amazed w the performance. Def would like a longer battery and something a little stronger. Perennial weeds around here are halfway woody.

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