Extraction Yield

Stop channeling and improve espresso extraction yield. Learn why the Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT) outperforms spinning levelers and wedge distributors.

The Brew Lab (Guides)

The Turbo Shot Phenomenon: Brewing Faster for Higher Extraction Yields

Jan 21, 2026

Master the Turbo Shot: A scientific approach to espresso using coarse grinds, 6-bar pressure, and 15-second extractions for maximum sweetness…

Barista Tools & Accessories

Puck Screens 101: Do You Really Need One for Better Extraction?

Jan 17, 2026

Definitive guide to espresso puck screens. Learn if sintered mesh improves extraction, prevents channeling, or just keeps your group head…

The Brew Lab (Guides)

Refractometers at Home: Are They Worth the Investment?

Jan 8, 2026

Discover if a coffee refractometer is worth the cost for your home espresso setup. We explore TDS, extraction yield, and…

Extraction Yield

The WDT Revolution: Why Needle Distribution Trumps Traditional Spinning Levelers

The Turbo Shot Phenomenon: Brewing Faster for Higher Extraction Yields

Puck Screens 101: Do You Really Need One for Better Extraction?

Refractometers at Home: Are They Worth the Investment?

Slow Feeding Explained: How Regulating Bean Intake Improves Grind Consistency and Flavor

Creative Ways to Repurpose Spent Coffee Pucks: Compost, Scrubs, and More

The Sweet Spot: Optimal Milk Temperatures for Texture and Flavor Perception

Diagnosing Channeling: How to Spot and Fix Invisible Puck Fractures

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Slow Feeding Explained: How Regulating Bean Intake Improves Grind Consistency and Flavor

Creative Ways to Repurpose Spent Coffee Pucks: Compost, Scrubs, and More

The Sweet Spot: Optimal Milk Temperatures for Texture and Flavor Perception

Diagnosing Channeling: How to Spot and Fix Invisible Puck Fractures

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