Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (1R) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (1R)John Weiss
Welcome to Home-Barista.com! Dan Kehn 2012-08-03 | PLEASE NOTE: This channel has moved to www.youtube.com/homebarista
La Marzocco - The Mechanical Paddle Dan Kehn 2011-06-09 | Slideshow demonstrating operation of mechanical paddle on La Marzocco espresso machines.
Fine-tuning HX brew temperature Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Excerpted from "How I Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love HXs" on Home-Barista.com: Notice how it sputters and spurts, then calms down to a steady flow right around the 24 second mark (Hint: use the single-pour spout rather than a double-pour spout to make the transition easier to discern). If the portafilter is loosely engaged, you can more readily hear the hissing of boiling water and steam—sound is a very accurate indicator of when the heat exchanger is cleared of overheated water. Flushing water out of the group until you’ve poured the same amount of "steady flow" water will give you the same starting temperature shot-after-shot. No fuss, no muss, and takes less than 30 seconds.Dan Kehn
Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (R - None) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (R - None)John Weiss
E61 thermocouple adapter - long delay (blooper) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay (overshoot)Dan Kehn
E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delayDan Kehn
E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay (exact) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay (exact)Dan Kehn
Barista Tips and Techniques: Proper viscosity and color? Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Questions: 1) Was the espresso coming out at the proper viscosity and color? 2) Was the machine shutoff at the right time? See http://www.home-barista.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1337 for discussion.Jason Jue
Quickmill Vetrano, ristretto Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Lighting test of a ristretto (espresso) extraction.Dan Kehn
Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (1R) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (1R)John Weiss
La Marzocco GS3 - Toscano (long preinfusion) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | La Marzocco GS3 - Toscano (long preinfusion)Dan Kehn
E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay (overshoot) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - medium delay (overshoot)Dan Kehn
The Weiss Distribution Technique is NOT a cheat! Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Comparison of the WDT versus non-WDT. http://www.home-barista.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1327 Jon's comments: "This video was made using a slight variation on the WDT (adapted for the triple basket. Specifically, I dosed almost up to the basket rim and then stirred vigorously with my WDT tool. Then I tapped the basket on the counter to settle, and dosed a little more coffee on top. I then leveled using my finger and tamped straight down. You can see that the distribution was more even judging by the beading pattern at the start of the shot. The shot also pulled closer to normale with shorter duration and more volume and the puck came out whole. This shot was brighter with more distinct varietal notes and the body was fluffier like a 'coffee chiffon'. John - I'd like to thank you for sharing your technique (and for sending me the 'WDT tool' dissection needles). I now use a needle to stir the basket on every shot and my consistency has definitely improved. This technique may not be sensible for a commercial setting, but in the world of the Home-Barista this technique will surely help many people get better extractions. "Jon Rosenthal
Stockfleths Move Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Tim Wendelboe demonstrating the "stockfleths move" (rotational distribution technique for preparing espresso). See http://www.home-barista.com/forums/please-describe-stockfleths-move-t3207.html and http://www.coffeegeek.com/forums/espresso/general/217244#217244 for discussion.Thomas GauperaaBarista: Tim Wendelboe
How to make a beautiful naked triple espresso Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Companion video to article "How to make a beautiful 'naked' triple espresso" by Jon Rosenthal. Triple Ristretto - Yemen Sunani. The beans were exactly two weeks old and the shot was yummy.Jon Rosenthal (JonR10): Jon Rosenthal (JonR10)
Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (2R) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (2R)John Weiss
Normal cooling flush of an Elektra A3 Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Excerpted from the "Buyer's Guide to the Elektra A3" on Home-Barista.com: The first few seconds of the flush with hiss and spit loudly as the overheated water from the heat exchanger is evacuated. After the steam settles down and the noise subsides, continue drawing water for an additional six seconds as a good starting temperature of approximately 201°F. See this video of a cooling flush and pay particular attention to the transition point that occurs right after the video's five second mark (the end of the so-called "water dance"); recognizing that point by sound and sight is critical to consistently obtaining the desired brew temperature.Dan Kehn
E61 Flush and Rebound Test Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 flush and rebound test (flush to 208F according to thermometer adapter and wait 20 seconds).Dan Kehn
Vibiemme Domobar Super - first espresso of the day Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Vibiemme Domobar Super - first espresso of the day. Lots of nutty flavors from this espresso, but the finish was a little bitter and the roast notes higher than I prefer for straight espresso (however it would undoubtedly make an excellent macchiato).Dan Kehn
Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (WDT after grind change) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (WDT after grind change)Dan Kehn
The Weiss Distribution Technique is NOT a cheat! Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Comparison of the WDT versus non-WDT. http://www.home-barista.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1327 Jon's comments: "This video was made using my mid-tamp method just like I showed in the article I wrote for last year's HB-Swagfest. You can see that the beading started out more one-sided (btw - this vid's beading looked almost exactly like the beading picture from the Swagfest article). Not only that it's clear that the lower part of the puck got more compacted making a slower and smaller-volume extraction. This was evidenced when the puck came out of the basket in two distinct pieces: upper half and lower half. The shot was certainly tasty, sweet and thick (ristretto). John - I'd like to thank you for sharing your technique (and for sending me the "WDT tool" dissection needles). I now use a needle to stir the basket on every shot and my consistency has definitely improved. This technique may not be sensible for a commercial setting, but in the world of the Home-Barista this technique will surely help many people get better extractions."Jon Rosenthal
No More Guesswork! Truth of E61 Temperature Revealed Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Demonstration of E61 modification that adds a thermometer to the brew path.Dave Stephenssite owner: Dan Kehn
Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (Stockfleths Move) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (Stockfleths Move)Dan Kehn
E61 thermocouple adapter - short delay Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - short delayDan Kehn
Quickmill Alexia Bottomless Portafilter Extraction 2 Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | See http://www.home-barista.com/forums/videos-of-espresso-extractions-t1340-160.html#49149 for more details.Dan Kehn
Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (WDT pour, too fast) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (WDT pour, too fast)Dan Kehn
Diagnosis of an espresso extraction with the Elektra A3 Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Diagnosis of an espresso extraction with the Elektra A3 using a bottomless portafilter. Chris Tacy's comments: "Distribution woes. Bed has heavy density on the left side as compared to the right and in the center as compared to around the edges. I'd guess you'd taste uneven extraction and you could probably get a lot more volume out of the coffee with better distribution." Part of review of the Elektra Sixties model A3 by Home-Barista.com.Dan Kehn
Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (Stockfleths Move after grind change) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Macap M4 Electronic Doserless (Stockfleths Move after grind change).Dan Kehn
E61 thermocouple adapter - very long delay Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 thermocouple adapter - very long delayDan Kehn
E61 Group Revealed Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Cutaway view of the E61 group in action. See http://www.home-barista.com/forums/e61-group-espresso-machine-detailed-interior-schematics-t397-20.html#46800 for discussion.Dan KehnCAD: Lino VernaEditing: Dan Kehn
Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (None 1R) Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Weiss Distribution Technique comparison (None 1R)John Weiss
E61 Flush and Wait Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 flush and wait test (flush to 198F, let the temperature slowly rebound to 201F, pull shot).Dan Kehn
WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann Tour - signature drink. Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann.Dan Kehn
Quickmill Vetrano, double espresso Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Lighting test of an espresso extraction.Dan Kehn
Chris Coffee - How to Steam Milk for Cappuccinos and Lattes Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | How to properly steam milk for cappuccinos and lattes by Chris Nachtrieb, owner of Chris' Coffee Service.Chris Nachtrieb
Quickmill Vetrano, double espresso Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Lighting test of an espresso extraction.Dan Kehn
E61 flush and wait test - 201.5F Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | E61 flush and wait test (flush to 199F, let the temperature slowly rebound to 200F, pull shot).Dan Kehn
Vibiemme Domobar Super - downdosed espresso extraction Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Vibiemme Domobar Super - downdosed espresso extraction. Lately I've been playing with downdosing to improve the nuance of a blend; below is my second attempt with less coffee and a finer grind. The dose is 15.5 grams, which is below the rim for Faema-style baskets. To downdose the grounds, I curved my finger downward into the basket while redistributing, a modified Stockfleth's Move of sorts.Dan Kehn
WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann discusses the competition format. Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann discusses the competition format.Dan Kehn
Quickmill Alexia - Bottomless Portafilter Extraction Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | See http://www.home-barista.com/forums/buyers-guide-to-quick-mill-alexia-t4119.html for more.Dan Kehn
WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann Tour - intro Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann.Dan Kehn
WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann Tour - explains 3 single origin espressos Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | WBC Barista Champion James Hoffmann Tour. Dan Kehn
Vibiemme Domobar Super - downdosed espresso extraction, slightly coarser Dan Kehn 2011-05-12 | Vibiemme Domobar Super - downdosed espresso extraction, slightly coarser. The taste profile didn't change noticeably, but the body decreased, in part because of the coarser grind, in part because I let the extraction run a couple seconds too long. The second espresso of the series was the best.Dan Kehn
