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**Author:** [@BaristaHustle](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/BaristaHustle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 2:23pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/about-the-q-a-category/11 "2020-10-27T14:23:02Z")
Ask any question about anything coffee! --- ## [Welcome to the Barista Hustle Community Forum!](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/welcome-to-the-barista-hustle-community-forum/8)
**Author:** [@MattPerger](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/MattPerger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2025, 6:39am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/welcome-to-the-barista-hustle-community-forum/8 "2025-01-08T06:39:55Z")
A place to discuss anything coffee. The aim is to collect and organise coffee knowledge from the bustling BH community, and host it here so everyone can benefit. Anyone can sign in and ask a question. Anyone can reply. … --- ## [Mahlkonig e80 Supreme Grounds Spraying](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mahlkonig-e80-supreme-grounds-spraying/3604)
**Author:** [@SethWeber](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/SethWeber)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 6:52pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mahlkonig-e80-supreme-grounds-spraying/3604 "2026-09-28T18:52:56Z")
Hi! I own/operate a coffee shop in Indianapolis and we bought the new e80 supreme a little over a month ago. It works really well at giving us a consistent grind really quickly. However, we regularly run into problems w… --- ## [College Research Project on Baristas and Community](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/college-research-project-on-baristas-and-community/4329)
**Author:** [@megvndvnielle](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/megvndvnielle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 2:28am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/college-research-project-on-baristas-and-community/4329 "2026-07-22T02:28:47Z")
Hi everyone! I am a college student at LSUA university. I’m currently doing a research project on emotional labor and burnout in baristas and if the surrounding community has any effect on it. I have created a short surv… --- ## [University Survey](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/university-survey/4320)
**Author:** [@Luciaman01](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Luciaman01)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2026, 4:47pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/university-survey/4320 "2026-04-14T16:47:41Z")
Hello everyone! I’m a student at the University of Urbino Carlo Bo and I’m working on a research project on coffee and the use of coffee grinders in the home barista field. I’ll be conducting a short survey for this (abo… --- ## [Best Breville Barista Express Machine for use Expert Advice](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/best-breville-barista-express-machine-for-use-expert-advice/4289)
**Author:** [@tim99](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/tim99)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2025, 7:30am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/best-breville-barista-express-machine-for-use-expert-advice/4289 "2025-12-18T07:30:49Z")
I have been researching the best espresso machines for home use for the past few days because I want to make high-quality espresso, cappuccinos, and lattes at home. I’ve read reviews from trusted sources like Wirecutter,… --- ## [Barista Express Low Pressure](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-express-low-pressure/4257)
**Author:** [@breadhead](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/breadhead)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2025, 4:34pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-express-low-pressure/4257 "2025-09-18T16:34:10Z")
Barista Express Low Pressure I have tried many different grinds with a Baratza Encore ESP using three different beans roasted within two weeks. I have changed the pump and over pressure valve, portafilter gasket, and cle… --- ## [Looking for Craft Coffee Cafe Owners/Managers](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/looking-for-craft-coffee-cafe-owners-managers/4233)
**Author:** [@Sempervirens](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Sempervirens)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 3:30am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/looking-for-craft-coffee-cafe-owners-managers/4233 "2025-07-11T03:30:33Z")
Hi Folks! I’m working with a very early-stage startup developing a new-to-world product to improve the brewing and enjoyment of craft/specialty coffee. To make sure we’re moving in the right direction, we’re looking fo… --- ## [Breville Barista Express Help](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-barista-express-help/2370)
**Author:** [@Childress5Tyler](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Childress5Tyler)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2025, 12:13am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-barista-express-help/2370 "2025-07-02T00:13:37Z")
Good Morning! I am new to BH and purchased my Breville Barista Express roughly a month ago. I wanted to reach out to see if I could potentially get some assistance with my extraction. Per discussion with my local roaste… --- ## [Breville Barista Express](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-barista-express/3813)
**Author:** [@Fletchkl](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Fletchkl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 10:33pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-barista-express/3813 "2025-06-10T22:33:09Z")
I’ve found that to get the proper extraction time, I need to adjust the burr setting inside the grinder. The problem is it’s always full of grounds and it’s difficult to get them out. Does anyone have any suggestions? I… --- ## [Would love your feedback – I made a tea & coffee app for tracking brews, harvests, and recipes](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/would-love-your-feedback-i-made-a-tea-coffee-app-for-tracking-brews-harvests-and-recipes/4199)
**Author:** [@jeremieb](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/jeremieb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2025, 11:44am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/would-love-your-feedback-i-made-a-tea-coffee-app-for-tracking-brews-harvests-and-recipes/4199 "2025-05-22T11:44:55Z")
Hey all, I’m an indie iOS developer and longtime brew enthusiast, and I just released a new app called Kōtei. It’s designed to help folks track their favorite coffees and teas — with features like custom recipes, a stee… --- ## [Why Does My Espresso Taste Flat After Switching to a Water Filter Jug?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/why-does-my-espresso-taste-flat-after-switching-to-a-water-filter-jug/4187)
**Author:** [@xivol](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/xivol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 11:58am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/why-does-my-espresso-taste-flat-after-switching-to-a-water-filter-jug/4187 "2025-04-25T11:58:30Z")
Hi everyone! I recently switched to using a home water filter jug (like Brita or Aquaphor) for all my espresso brewing & since then; I’ve noticed my shots have started tasting a bit flat and dull losing some of their br… --- ## [What espresso maker should I have](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/what-espresso-maker-should-i-have/3894)
**Author:** [@flydog1](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/flydog1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2025, 7:19am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/what-espresso-maker-should-i-have/3894 "2025-03-04T07:19:47Z")
just a quick ask, I only have $150 for some real espresso,where should I smash this money at? --- ## [Looking for Advice on Dialing in Lighter Roasts for Espresso](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/looking-for-advice-on-dialing-in-lighter-roasts-for-espresso/4153)
**Author:** [@Lucia](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Lucia)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 1:33pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/looking-for-advice-on-dialing-in-lighter-roasts-for-espresso/4153 "2025-02-20T13:33:09Z")
Hey everyone, I’ve been working with lighter roasts for espresso lately, and I’m struggling to get consistent results. I know they generally require higher temperatures and longer pre-infusions, but I’m finding it trick… --- ## [Maintenance coffee grinder Nuova Simonelli MDX doser](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/maintenance-coffee-grinder-nuova-simonelli-mdx-doser/4152)
**Author:** [@PatrikCZBarista](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/PatrikCZBarista)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 10:08am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/maintenance-coffee-grinder-nuova-simonelli-mdx-doser/4152 "2025-02-17T10:08:41Z")
What’s your question? Is it original? Hey everybody, i have a problem. I amtrying to repair counter for coffee grinder MDX Nuova Simonelli. It doesnt count portions. I dont know how to fix it. Can anybody help ? IMPORT… --- ## [Home Espresso Machine?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/home-espresso-machine/2193)
**Author:** [@Parker\_LatteHunter](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Parker_LatteHunter)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 1:50pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/home-espresso-machine/2193 "2025-02-08T13:50:35Z")
\[IMG\_20171123\_160320\] \[IMG\_20171123\_092815\] I’m looking for the cheapest home machine that can pull quality shots with a good grinder. I don’t have the budget to spend more than 500 dollars. I was given an old Cunill B… --- ## [Hello for everyone, i just wanna know any information about a vintage ditting grinder, i can't found any information about it](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/hello-for-everyone-i-just-wanna-know-any-information-about-a-vintage-ditting-grinder-i-cant-found-any-information-about-it/4142)
**Author:** [@Santiago.lineal](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Santiago.lineal)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 1:45am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/hello-for-everyone-i-just-wanna-know-any-information-about-a-vintage-ditting-grinder-i-cant-found-any-information-about-it/4142 "2025-01-22T01:45:19Z")
I just wanna know the year and model on this grinder. IMPORTANT: Please search the site for an existing conversation. Duplicates are boring, and wasteful. --- ## [Mythos grinder clumping with new clump crusher and titanium burrs](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-grinder-clumping-with-new-clump-crusher-and-titanium-burrs/4134)
**Author:** [@depresso](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/depresso)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2025, 9:31pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-grinder-clumping-with-new-clump-crusher-and-titanium-burrs/4134 "2025-01-18T21:31:57Z")
Can anyone advise me on a mythos 1 clumping up irregularly even with new titanium burrs and a clump crusher? I will dial it in and everything will be fine and then all of a sudden it is spitting out in clumps and half th… --- ## [Clean and Descale, how often](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/clean-and-descale-how-often/4129)
**Author:** [@cacoffee](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/cacoffee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2025, 4:56pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/clean-and-descale-how-often/4129 "2025-01-15T16:56:57Z")
Can I perform a ‘Clean’ and ‘Descale’ on a regular basis, like the 1st day of each month? Is there any downside to doing this before the the machine alerts me to do it? Thanks --- ## [Brew Ratio - Pour Over v. Espresso](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/brew-ratio-pour-over-v-espresso/3181)
**Author:** [@keith](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2024, 8:44am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/brew-ratio-pour-over-v-espresso/3181 "2024-11-29T08:44:34Z")
So we got Espresso Brew Ratio from weight of dry coffee ground to the weight of liquid espresso in the cup. For pourover, if we were to aim for 1:16 brew ratio, do we measure the amount(g) of water we pour over the co… --- ## [Tell me more about V60 Machine](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/tell-me-more-about-v60-machine/3953)
**Author:** [@BucinCoffee](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/BucinCoffee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 6:30pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/tell-me-more-about-v60-machine/3953 "2024-09-30T18:30:55Z")
i want to know about V60 Machine How does the V60 coffee dripper accommodate different coffee bean varieties, and what adjustments might be necessary in the brewing method to highlight specific flavor profiles? Can you… --- ## [Seeking Tips for Perfecting My Espresso Technique](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/seeking-tips-for-perfecting-my-espresso-technique/4079)
**Author:** [@mksmithh](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/mksmithh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 6:45am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/seeking-tips-for-perfecting-my-espresso-technique/4079 "2024-09-19T06:45:01Z")
Hey everyone, I am relatively new to the world of espresso, and I am looking for some advice on how to perfect my technique. I have been experimenting with different beans, grind sizes, and extraction times, but I’m sti… --- ## [Do you know sv388](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/do-you-know-sv388/4064)
**Author:** [@sv3888](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/sv3888)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2024, 6:55am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/do-you-know-sv388/4064 "2024-09-04T06:55:28Z")
SV388 - Nền Tảng Xem Đá Gà Trực Tuyến Được Ưa Chuộng Nhất\*\* Giới Thiệu Về Đá Gà Trực Tuyến Đá gà là môn thể thao giải trí hấp dẫn với lịch sử lâu đời tại nhiều quốc gia, đặc biệt là ở khu vực Đông Nam Á. Với sự phát tr… --- ## [Could Someone Give me Advice on Balancing Espresso Extraction with Milk Steaming Techniques?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/could-someone-give-me-advice-on-balancing-espresso-extraction-with-milk-steaming-techniques/4058)
**Author:** [@Padrickk](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Padrickk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2024, 5:10am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/could-someone-give-me-advice-on-balancing-espresso-extraction-with-milk-steaming-techniques/4058 "2024-08-27T05:10:01Z")
Hello there, I have been working as a barista for a couple of years now; and I am continuously trying to refine my espresso extraction and milk steaming techniques to achieve the best possible drinks. Although; I have b… --- ## [Curtis 1.5 Gallon Brewer - grounds in coffee](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/curtis-1-5-gallon-brewer-grounds-in-coffee/4043)
**Author:** [@megmccollum](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/megmccollum)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2024, 7:52pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/curtis-1-5-gallon-brewer-grounds-in-coffee/4043 "2024-07-30T19:52:32Z")
Placing a lot of Curtis 1.5 gallon brewers lately and struggling with grounds in the coffee. Has anyone worked with a good recipe to avoid this issue? Seems like the factory settings will not work in this situation. --- ## [Nuova simonelli mythos 1 not turning on](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/nuova-simonelli-mythos-1-not-turning-on/4031)
**Author:** [@Danrobins14](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Danrobins14)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2024, 12:39pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/nuova-simonelli-mythos-1-not-turning-on/4031 "2024-06-23T12:39:14Z")
Good afternoon, I have a broken mythos 1 coffee grinder. The little light on the main switch come on but that’s where it ends. Has anyone got experience of this or know a solution? --- ## [Formula for Wholesale Coffee Pricing](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/formula-for-wholesale-coffee-pricing/456)
**Author:** [@gbarb18](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/gbarb18)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2023, 2:51pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/formula-for-wholesale-coffee-pricing/456 "2023-12-31T14:51:21Z")
We recently started roasting coffee for our two shops, but have been getting a lot of interest in potential wholesale accounts. I was wondering what you roasters out there use to determine how much you will charge for ro… --- ## [Filter light flashing](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/filter-light-flashing/4026)
**Author:** [@Jshia](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Jshia)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2024, 2:10am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/filter-light-flashing/4026 "2024-06-18T02:10:59Z")
My filter lights keep flashing back and forth. It will not stop on a size and will not grind coffee. IMPORTANT: Please search the site for an existing conversation. Duplicates are boring, and wasteful. --- ## [Vintage coffee grinder - whole beans coming through](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/vintage-coffee-grinder-whole-beans-coming-through/4019)
**Author:** [@Alihey](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Alihey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2024, 7:20pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/vintage-coffee-grinder-whole-beans-coming-through/4019 "2024-06-08T19:20:45Z")
What’s your question? Is it original? IMPORTANT: Please search the site for an existing conversation. Duplicates are boring, and wasteful. I have an old vintage coffee grinder from the 60s and when I grind my coffee, i… --- ## [Mythos 1 grinder trouble](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-1-grinder-trouble/4015)
**Author:** [@cal94](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/cal94)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2024, 12:01am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-1-grinder-trouble/4015 "2024-05-18T00:01:31Z")
Mythos 1 grinder trouble. Hello! Our mythos 1 grinder will not stop grinding when turned on. It’s been taken apart and deep cleaned, new switch too just in case but with no luck. Any tips/help? Thank you🫶 [Next page](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/c/qanda/5.md?page=1)