This Will Change How You Understand Espresso: Espresso Masterclass Series

Video Description

Unlock the hidden science of espresso in this 35-minute masterclass. In this deep dive, I break down three critical — but rarely discussed — variables that shape every shot you pull: ☕ Headspace - what it really is and how it impacts flow and flavor ☕ Fill Rate - why it matters more than you think in espresso extraction ☕ Soak Rate - a new way to understand water’s movement through the puck By the end, you’ll understand how to use soak rate to improve your technique, refine your espresso recipes, and make more consistent, delicious coffee. This is unconventional, rarely covered espresso knowledge that will change the way you approach brewing. Whether you’re a barista, coffee professional, or a home enthusiast chasing mastery, this class will give you tools to think about espresso in a whole new way. LINKS __________________ Join my Patreon community at: https://www.patreon.com/lancehedrick Find me on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/lancehedrick Find me on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/lancehedrickcoffee My storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/lancehedrick My SECOND Channel: Lance Hedrick Unfiltered https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvNpZQzurSNZQ8e2QNGNXsA TIME CUES: 0:00- Overview 1:33- Head Space and Fill Rate 5:14- The Lever Difference 6:44- Soak Rate 11:01- The Slayer Dilemma 12:36- Nerdy Digression 16:18- Uneven is Inevitable 18:27- Extraction/Flavor Spectrum 20:06- "GrInD fInEr" 21:20- Ideal Control? 22:25- Pump vs Lever Revisited 25:15- Profiling Implications 28:47- Step Down Head Space?! 30:00- Mongo Recap