washing

Here’s something to stir your curiosity: You’re not alone if you’ve ever stared at a cup of coffee and wondered, “Was this worth the effort?” The truth is, even the best setup can’t save a batch that’s fundamentally flawed. Whether it’s under-extracted bitterness or over-extracted sourness, there’s a point where a coffee batch stops being a lesson in brewing and becomes a cautionary tale. The question isn’t just about technique—it’s about recognizing when the raw materials themselves have failed. Let’s cut through the noise. A coffee batch fails when the beans are past their prime, the grind is too coarse…