Latest Brews
Welcome to Speedo Espresso’s espresso brewing guides hub—practical tutorials and clear explanations designed to help you brew better espresso, fix common coffee problems, and enjoy consistently better cups at home.
- Espresso & Coffee FAQ — fast answers to common espresso and coffee questions
- Shop — beans, essentials, and Speedo Espresso favorites
Tip: if your espresso tastes bitter, sour, or thin, small adjustments to grind size, dose, or brew time usually solve the problem.
Search articles by category:
-
How YouTube Influencers Are Shaping Modern Coffee Culture
How YouTube Influencers Are Shaping Modern Coffee Culture Coffee culture has always evolved alongside technology. Cafés replaced kitchens, espresso machines replaced instant coffee, and social media replaced word-of-mouth. Today, one platform sits at the center of that evolution more than any other: YouTube. From espresso machine reviews to calming morning brew routines, YouTube has quietly
-
2026 Is the New 2016: Why Retro Coffee Culture Is Making a Massive Comeback
2026 Is the New 2016: Why Retro Coffee Culture Is Making a Massive Comeback The internet has spoken: “2026 is the new 2016.”From TikTok trends and fashion revivals to music playlists and lifestyle habits, the cultural mood has shifted toward nostalgia. People are craving comfort, familiarity, and rituals that feel grounding again. And nowhere is
-
Why Is My Espresso Weak? Causes, Fixes, and How to Get Strong, Rich Shots
Why Is My Espresso Weak? (And How to Fix Thin, Flavorless Shots) If your espresso tastes thin, watery, or weak, you’re not alone — this is one of the most common espresso complaints among home brewers. Weak espresso often looks right at first glance: …but the flavor tells the truth: no intensity, no body, no
-
Why Does My Espresso Taste Salty? Causes, Fixes, and How to Restore Balance
Why Does My Espresso Taste Salty? (And How to Fix It Completely) Salty espresso is one of the most confusing espresso flavors you can experience. Espresso shouldn’t taste like the ocean — yet some shots produce a distinct salty, mineral, or briny flavor that’s impossible to ignore. This problem often leads people to blame: But
-
Why Is My Coffee Too Acidic? Causes, Fixes, and How to Make Coffee Smooth
Why Is My Coffee Too Acidic? (And How to Make It Smooth and Balanced) If your coffee tastes sharp, sour, tangy, or stomach-irritating, you’re dealing with excess acidity. Acidic coffee is one of the most misunderstood coffee problems. Many people assume acidity means: In reality, acidic coffee is almost always caused by under-extraction, roast choice,
-
Why Does My Coffee Taste Flat? Causes, Fixes, and How to Bring Flavor Back
Why Does My Coffee Taste Flat? (And How to Bring Flavor Back) Flat-tasting coffee is one of the most confusing problems for home brewers. Your coffee isn’t bitter. It isn’t sour. It’s just… boring. No aroma. No sparkle. No depth.Just a dull cup that tastes like warm brown water. The good news?👉 Flat coffee is
-
Why Does My Coffee Taste Burnt? Causes, Fixes, and How to Brew Smooth Coffee
Why Does My Coffee Taste Burnt? (And How to Fix It for Good) If your coffee tastes burnt, smoky, or ashy, you’re not imagining it — and it’s not always because the beans were “burned.” Burnt-tasting coffee is one of the most common complaints among home coffee drinkers, especially those using drip machines, French press,
-
Espresso Pulling Too Slow? Causes, Fixes, and How to Speed It Up Correctly
Espresso Pulling Too Slow? (Why It Happens and How to Fix It Without Ruining Flavor) If your espresso drips slowly, stalls, or takes 40–60 seconds to finish—sometimes barely producing liquid at all—your espresso is pulling too slow. This problem is just as common as fast shots, and just as frustrating. Slow espresso often tastes: The
-
Espresso Pulling Too Fast? Causes, Fixes, and How to Slow It Down Correctly
Espresso Pulling Too Fast? (Why It Happens and How to Fix It Properly) If your espresso shot finishes in 10–15 seconds, gushes out like water, or tastes thin, sour, or weak, your espresso is pulling too fast. This is one of the most common espresso problems, and it’s almost always caused by insufficient resistance during
-
Why Does My Espresso Channel? Causes, Fixes, and How to Stop Channeling for Good
Why Does My Espresso Channel? (And How to Stop Channeling for Good) If your espresso tastes harsh, uneven, bitter, or sour all at once, there’s a good chance your shot is channeling. Channeling is one of the most destructive espresso problems because it: The good news?👉 Espresso channeling is completely fixable once you understand what
Contact Us to Post Your Article on SpeedoEspresso.com!
Post Your Article On SpeedoEspresso.com for FREE!
Get your blog and article writing featured right here, on Speedo Espresso! After we review and find that the content is relevant, not plagiarized, and not AI-generated, your article will be published within the next 48 hours after you submit.
More Espresso & Coffee Resources
- Best Espresso & Coffee Gear — buyer guides and recommended equipment
- Coffee & Espresso FAQ — clear answers to common brewing questions
- Peet’s Coffee Favorites — curated picks for bold, consistent flavor
Espresso Brewing Guides: Quick FAQs
What’s the fastest way to improve espresso at home?
Start with fresh beans, dial in your grind size, and weigh both your dose and yield. Small grind adjustments usually create the biggest improvement fastest.
Why does my espresso taste bitter?
Bitter espresso is typically over-extracted, often caused by too fine a grind, overly long shot times, or excessively hot water.
What grind size should I use for espresso?
Espresso requires a fine grind, but the exact setting varies by grinder. Adjust until your shot flows evenly and tastes balanced rather than sour or bitter.