The Perfect Grind: Why Your Pressure Gauge is Too High (Over-Extracted/Choking)
Fix Breville pressure gauge too high with grind size, dose, and OPV adjustments. Complete troubleshooting guide for over-extracted or choking espresso.
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Machine Mastery
Deep dives into Breville machines, dial-in techniques, and getting the most out of your espresso setup.
Alternative Milks: Steaming Oat & Almond Milk on Breville
How to steam oat milk and almond milk on Breville espresso machines. Best barista brands, technique adjustments, and troubleshooting tips.
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Razor Tool Guide: Trimming Your Puck for Perfect Headspace
Master the Breville razor tool for perfect puck headspace. Fix overdoses, improve extraction, and avoid channeling with this step-by-step guide.
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Microfoam vs. Soap Bubbles: Fixing Common Frothing Mistakes
Learn the difference between microfoam and soap bubbles. Fix common milk frothing mistakes for latte art quality texture.
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Pre-Infusion: What It Is and How to Control It on Breville
Learn what pre-infusion is in espresso and how to manually control it on your Breville machine for better shots and reduced channeling.
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Latte Art Pouring: The Monk's Head Pattern for Beginners
Learn the Monk's Head latte art pattern—the perfect starting point for beginners. Step-by-step guide to your first pour.
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Steam Wand Basics: Purging and Positioning for Vortex
Learn proper steam wand purging and positioning techniques for perfect microfoam. Create the ideal vortex for latte art quality milk.
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What's in the Box? Understanding Every Breville Barista Express Accessory
Discover every accessory included with your Breville Barista Express. Complete guide to portafilters, baskets, tampers, and cleaning tools.
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Understanding Channeling: Why Your Shot Sprays Everywhere
Fix espresso channeling with proper puck prep, WDT technique, and distribution. Complete guide to diagnosing and preventing uneven extraction.
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Milk Temperature: When to Stop Steaming (Hand vs. Thermometer)
Learn when to stop steaming milk using hand feel vs thermometer methods. Achieve perfect 60-65°C for silky microfoam and latte art.
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Tamping Technique: How Hard Should You Press? (30lbs Myth)
Master espresso tamping technique. The 30lbs pressure myth debunked—learn why evenness matters more than force for consistent extraction.
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Dosing 101: 18g vs 20g Baskets – Which One to Use?
Compare 18g vs 20g espresso baskets. Learn about dose differences, headspace, extraction impact, and which basket suits your Breville machine.
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Milk Stretching: Listening for the Paper Tearing Sound
Master milk stretching by listening for the paper tearing sound during frothing. Learn audio cues for perfect microfoam in lattes.
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Program Mode Explained: Customizing Shot Volumes on Breville
Master Program Mode on Breville Barista Express. Step-by-step guide to customizing shot volumes for perfect singles and doubles every time.
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Unboxing & Setup: First Time Using Your Breville Barista Express
Step-by-step Breville Barista Express unboxing and first-time setup guide. Water filter installation, priming, and pulling your first perfect espresso shot.
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Temperature Settings: How to Adjust Brew Temp on Breville 870XL
Learn how to adjust brew temperature on your Breville Barista Express 870XL using PID controls. Optimize extraction for different roasts.
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The Perfect Grind: Why Your Pressure Gauge is Too Low (Under-Extracted)
Fix Breville pressure gauge too low with grind size, dose, and tamping adjustments. Complete troubleshooting guide for under-extracted espresso.
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