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Understanding the Basics of Brewing the Perfect Cup
Brewing coffee isn’t just a daily habit — it’s a craft. This guide breaks down the key principles behind a great cup, from temperature and grind size to common mistakes and flavour tweaks, helping you brew with more clarity, consistency and satisfaction.

Simon from Home Barista Lab
Jun 9, 20253 min read


Extraction Explained: Unlocking Better Coffee at Home
Understanding extraction is the key to unlocking better flavour in every cup. This post breaks down what extraction really means, how to recognise when it’s off, and how to make simple adjustments that lead to consistently better coffee at home.

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 29, 20252 min read


Enhancing Your Home Brewing: The Power of Consistency
Consistency is one of the most overlooked elements in great home brewing. You can have high-quality beans and a solid setup, but if your...

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 26, 20253 min read


Dialling In Your Coffee: The Secret to Personalised Perfection
Ask any seasoned barista what the secret is to consistently great coffee, and they’ll probably say the same thing: dial it in . It’s a...

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 22, 20253 min read


10 Common Home Brewing Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Even with good beans and decent gear, your coffee can still fall short. In most cases, the problem isn’t your equipment — it’s small...

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 19, 20252 min read


Decaf Doesn’t Have to Suck: Finding Good Decaf Coffee
Decaf doesn’t have to be dull. With better processes and higher quality beans, today’s decaf can be full of flavour, aroma and depth — without the buzz. In this guide, we explore what’s changed, how to choose a good decaf, and why it might be your new favourite cup.

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 7, 20252 min read


Water Matters: How Water Quality Changes Your Coffee
Water makes up over 98% of your coffee, yet it’s often overlooked. From mineral balance to filtration, the quality of your water can dramatically change the flavour in your cup — and even affect your equipment. In this guide, we explain how to choose the right water for brewing, what to avoid, and why it matters more than you think.

Simon from Home Barista Lab
May 1, 20252 min read


Brewing with a Conscience: Ethically Sourced Coffee Explained
Ethically sourced coffee isn’t just about labels — it’s about fair wages, sustainable farming, and transparency from bean to cup. In this guide, we break down what ethical sourcing really means, explain common terms like fair trade and direct trade, and share how your everyday choices as a home brewer can support better coffee for people and the planet.

Simon from Home Barista Lab
Apr 28, 20252 min read
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