Extraction Balance

ECM Classika PID and Fiorenzato AllGround: Soggy Puck, Better Flow

ECM Classika PID and Fiorenzato AllGround: Soggy Puck, Better Flow

⏱ 1 min read The Short Version ECM Classika PID and Fiorenzato AllGround deliver great espresso taste, but the puck remains wet and spongy, raising questions about whether dryness is worth the trade-offs. In This Article Fine-Tuning the Dose and GrindThe Puck Problem: Wet, Soggy, and Persistent The ECM Classika PID paired with Fiorenzato AllGround is refining its performance—yet the puck remains a persistent challenge. Dose adjustments, a finer grind, and returning to the stock basket have shaved seconds from extraction times. Still, the puck’s texture resists idealization, presenting a dilemma between aesthetics and function. The taste is actually great,…
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Hibrew H10a and G5 Grinder: The Pressure Paradox

Hibrew H10a and G5 Grinder: The Pressure Paradox

⏱ 1 min read The Short Version A user’s experiment shows that even high-precision Hibrew grinders can fail to deliver great espresso if grind size and brewer settings aren’t aligned, revealing a critical pressure mismatch that affects flavor. In This Article Grind Size and Extraction BalancePressure Readings: The Hidden Indicator Consider this your morning briefing: the Hibrew H10a and G5 grinder’s pairing reveals a critical flaw in extraction dynamics. A user’s experiment exposes how even high-precision equipment can deliver inconsistent results when grind size and brewer settings aren’t aligned. Starting with a dark roast at grind size 4 to 8-8.5…
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