flow control is all about controlling the flow rate of water during pre-infusion and during extraction as water passes through the coffee puck. By controlling the flow rate of water, you have the ability to bring out all of the nuances of your coffee Do I need flow control? Why are flow control valves needed? … Read more
PIDs can be very important in espresso machines as they provide temperature stability and consistency If you have been following Owly Choice, you must know that the perfect temperature is essential in brewing espresso. When water is too hot, it burns coffee beans and thus causes over-extraction. What does a PID do on an espresso … Read more
Whether or not you need a PID in an espresso machine is an individual matter If you are someone who values nuanced coffee flavors and aspires to brew better coffee, a pid controller will be an essential part of your coffee brewing set. It will afford you confidence in temperature stability and consistency. What does … Read more