💡Darker roasted coffees require a coarser grind size.
☕Lighter roasted coffees tend to have more puck integrity.
👌Always tamp with sufficient force, not too hard or too light.
🔄If the shot runs too fast, coarsen the grind size.
🛠️Tools like a WDT tool can help distribute grounds more evenly.
What grind size should I start with?
—For darker roasted coffees, start with a coarser grind size. For lighter roasted coffees, start with a finer grind size.
How hard should I tamp the coffee?
—Tamp with sufficient force so that it pushes back at you. Do not tamp too hard or too light.
What should I do if the shot runs too fast?
—Coarsen the grind size to slow down the extraction.
What tools can help with evenly distributing the coffee grounds?
—Tools like a WDT tool can help ensure the grounds are evenly distributed in the basket.
Why does the grind size vary for different roast levels?
—Darker roasted coffees tend to have more oils and require a coarser grind size, while lighter roasted coffees have more puck integrity and require a finer grind size.
00:00Introduction and overview of dialing in espresso
06:00Demonstration of grind size adjustment
10:00Explanation of the importance of puck integrity
15:00Tips on proper tamping technique
20:00Troubleshooting common issues, such as fast extraction
