Ep1. Fines with Nicole Battefeld-Montgomery

Nicole Battefeld-Montgomery, expert in espresso extraction dynamics, discusses the impact of fines in coffee brewing and their role in enhancing extraction or introducing defect flavors. The podcast explores the complexities of coffee extraction, including grinder types, particle sizes, flow rates, and sensory qualities. The discussion emphasizes the correlation between extraction yield, volatile compounds, taste outcomes, and the importance of particle size distribution in coffee brewing.