Why Cheap Beans Make Better Espresso

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Why does expensive specialty coffee keep pulling sour shots?

In this video, I explain the fundamental tension between how specialty coffee is evaluated (optimized for filter brewing) and how traditional espresso actually works (high concentration, milk drinks, different flavor targets).

Important disclaimer: I'm intentionally not giving you a specific price point or roast level to look for, because that depends entirely on your context and preferences.

What I am saying is that within a roaster's lineup, the cheaper option is often better for traditional home espresso. If they're selling a $13 blend and a $25 single origin omni roast, the blend will probably be easier to dial in and taste more balanced.

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0:00 - Intro
0:35 - A Personal Story
2:18 - How Coffee Scoring Actually Works
5:11 - Cupping doesn't work for espresso
5:51 Acidity in Espresso
7:30 - Roasting for Espresso
8:45 - The Traits of Espresso Beans That Are Easy to Brew