Bambino Plus Can’t Hit 1:2 Ratio—Here’s Why
⏱ 1 min read The Short Version The Bambino Plus reveals a mismatch between grind settings and extraction dynamics, showing that even precise dosing can’t fix a too-coarse grind or a fixed portafilter’s limitations. In This Article Grind Settings & Machine LimitationsExtraction Speed & Dose Adjustments You’re grinding at 8, dosing 18g, and pulling shots in 24 seconds—but the math still doesn’t align. This is the core tension of espresso extraction: the machine’s calculations don’t always match the coffee’s behavior. The Bambino Plus isn’t malfunctioning—it’s highlighting a disconnect between grind settings and the espresso’s natural extraction dynamics. The Bambino Plus…