Barista Pro Tips: Keep Your Hopper Filled for Precision

Barista Pro Tips: Taking Your Skills from Good to Great

Maintaining consistent espresso extraction is crucial. One key factor for this is the coffee hopper. Most hoppers can hold nearly two kilos, but to ensure steady pressure on the beans, it’s vital to always keep at least one kilo of coffee in the hopper. This consistent quantity guarantees uniform pressure on the spinning blades. Whether the hopper is full or nearly empty significantly impacts the grind quality, making it essential to maintain at least half-full hopper to ensure a reliable extraction process throughout the day.