31/03/2026
You’re probably doing this wrong 😬
5 signs your espresso shot is bad:
1. Shot runs too fast (under ~20 sec)
- usually too coarse. It comes out sour, thin, and lacks body.
2. Shot runs too slow (30+ sec)
- probably too fine or overdosed. Ends up bitter, heavy, and a bit drying.
3. Uneven flow
- some parts flow fast, others don’t. Usually a distribution or tamp issue, so you get both sour and bitter in one shot.
4. Weak or watery crema
- can be stale beans or a bad dial-in. Fresh beans + proper extraction should give you a thicker, more stable crema.
5. Unbalanced taste
- if it’s either too sour or too bitter, your grind, dose, or time isn’t dialed in yet.
Most people don’t even notice uneven flow 👀
Check your next shot ☕
Dito ako madalas nagkakamali before 😅
If you’re around Cebu, you can visit Memento Kōhī for a properly dialed-in espresso ☕
📍 Johndorf Communities, Lapu-lapu City, Cebu
Which one happens to you?
