The Home Barista's Quill Podcast

The Home Barista's Quill
  • 5.0 (1)
  • FOOD
  • UPDATED MONTHLY

Helping home baristas who struggle with inconsistent espresso shots master their equipment and technique to pull cafe-quality drinks at home. www.thehomebaristasquill.com

Episodes

  1. The Thermodynamics of the Stroopwafel Ritual: How a Dutch Cookie Hacks Your Coffee

    16H AGO

    The Thermodynamics of the Stroopwafel Ritual: How a Dutch Cookie Hacks Your Coffee

    A cozy, geeky deep dive into the stroopwafel‑and‑coffee ritual, from scrappy Gouda origins to heat-transfer magic, flavor chemistry, and serving hacks that turn your morning mug into an accessible, caramel‑lined luxury pause. Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    17 min
  2. Your Grinder Is Your Espresso Engine: How to Avoid Home Barista Regret

    FEB 8

    Your Grinder Is Your Espresso Engine: How to Avoid Home Barista Regret

    A practical, story-driven dive into why your grinder is the real star of your espresso setup, how to avoid regret with smart gear choices, and how fresh beans plus good grind quality radically shrink the learning curve for home baristas. Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    13 min
  3. Puck Depth Beats Diameter: Why Taller Beds Brew Better Espresso

    JAN 8

    Puck Depth Beats Diameter: Why Taller Beds Brew Better Espresso

    In this episode, The Home Barista’s Quill asks a heretical question: has espresso been worshiping the wrong dimension all along? Instead of arguing over 58 vs. 54 mm, we dig into puck depth, aspect ratio, and why taller coffee beds let you grind coarser yet taste sweeter and more balanced. You’ll hear what step-down baskets revealed, why smaller diameters feel more forgiving, and how to tweak your dose, baskets, and bottomless portafilter routine to chase deeper, cleaner extractions on any machine. Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    12 min
  4. From Crime Scene to Espresso Lab

    12/23/2025

    From Crime Scene to Espresso Lab

    Dial in better shots with less guesswork in this episode on Dial In My Shot, a free browser tool that turns your messy espresso troubleshooting into a calm, organized home espresso lab. Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    13 min
  5. Puck Prep 101: Stop Channeling Your Frustration

    12/22/2025

    Puck Prep 101: Stop Channeling Your Frustration

    This episode is a deep dive into puck prep, the unglamorous but crucial part of espresso that decides whether you get syrupy goodness or sad, blond channeling. From grind distribution to tamping and WDT, it’s all about what happens between the grinder and the group head. Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    12 min
  6. Coffee Is Loud, Tea Is Calm: Making the Leap Without Fear

    12/05/2025

    Coffee Is Loud, Tea Is Calm: Making the Leap Without Fear

    We're exploring the fascinating journey from tea to coffee—why making the switch can feel like stepping onto a new planet, and how to navigate the intimidating world of espresso, roasts, and coffee jargon. What You'll Learn: Why coffee culture feels so bold (and sometimes scary) compared to tea How to decode coffee terminology without feeling overwhelmed The key differences between tea and coffee flavor profiles Tips for tea drinkers making their first espresso https://www.thehomebaristasquill.com/p/from-tea-to-coffee-a-fun-and-achievable Subscribe to The Home Barista's Quill newsletter:https://substack.com/@thehomebaristasquill?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page Get full access to The Home Barista's Quill at www.thehomebaristasquill.com/subscribe

    11 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

Helping home baristas who struggle with inconsistent espresso shots master their equipment and technique to pull cafe-quality drinks at home. www.thehomebaristasquill.com

Information