Tricolate Brewing Guide

(Zero-Bypass Made Easy) What makes the Tricolate different Unlike cone brewers that allow water to sneak around the sides (bypass), the Tricolate forces all brew water straight through the coffee bed. That design—flat, wide bed + dispersion screen—supports very even extraction and can hit unusually high EY numbers when dialed in. Expect an easy workflow (no fancy … Read more

BTL’s COLD BREW GUIDE!

Best Cold Brew Coffee Recipe 2025 1. Why Cold Brew? Cold brew coffee is smooth, low-acid, and naturally sweet—a favorite for iced drinks. Unlike iced coffee (brewed hot then chilled), cold brew is extracted slowly over 12–24 hours in cold water, producing a mellow, chocolatey flavor. 2. Essential Equipment 3. Core Cold Brew Recipe 4. Popular Variations (2025 … Read more

BTL’S ESPRESSO GUIDE!

Espresso at Home: Beginner’s Guide & Best Recipes (2025) 1. Getting Started: Espresso Essentials Espresso is the foundation of cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos—but it’s also one of the most unforgiving brewing methods. With the right equipment and technique, you can pull café-quality shots at home without a commercial machine. Core Equipment 2. Espresso Fundamentals 3. Best Espresso … Read more

BTL’s POUROVER GUIDE!

Getting Started: Essentials & Technique Equipment Checklist Brewing Fundamentals Top Recommended Pour-Over Recipes of 2025 1. Peng Jinyang’s “No Difference” Recipe (2025 WBrC Champion) “From my testing, all my beans simply taste good with this recipe. All the flavor notes are there. Silky mouthfeel. Essentially fail‑safe…” 2. Lance Hedrick’s “Ultimate” Two-Pour Method 3. “Coffee Chronicler Zen” Pour-Over “…6‑7 small, … Read more