Bill had the opportunity to pull a shot today.
First, he removed the porta-filter from the filter head.
He tapped the old grounds out and carefully cleaned the porta-filter, washing out the filter head at the same time.
Next, he ground the espresso and filled the porta-filter with a generous heap.
After tapping the side to help the grounds settle a bit, he swept the excess from the heap, leaving a beautiful and level surface.
Then he tamped the grounds into a firm puck, using exactly 30 pounds of pressure and finishing it off with a twirl to smooth any loose grains on top.
After twisting the porta-filter back into the filter head, he pushed the button for the water and breathlessly awaited the stream of espresso. Would it be the perfect 27-second shot?
A steady, golden stream issued downward into the espresso pitcher... It looked good, but was it better than good? Was it perfect?
A steady, golden stream issued downward into the espresso pitcher... It looked good, but was it better than good? Was it perfect?
As the last drops fell and he glanced at the timer, Bill realized that he didn't know whether it was perfect or not because he hadn't seen the start time! Oh well. It looked good and would probably taste even better.
Bill wrapped himself around a latte mug that had been gently warmed from the top of the espresso machine, sighing a happy sigh of satisfaction. He had accomplished much and it was time to enjoy the fruit of his labor.
Hahaha! Oh I love you, and Bill. I hope your heat rash heals quickly! (At least you know what it is.)
ReplyDelete-Bet you'll never guess.
Unless you're Plootz, I probably won't... Unless "Bet" was a hint :P
ReplyDeleteAnd it's not a heat rash. At least, it's acting like a heat rash normally wouldn't. I have no idea what it is and I really don't want to go to the doctor's again, so I'll continue to not know what it is unless it keeps getting worse.
Dear Bill,
ReplyDeleteIt's been far too long since you and I have had an opportunity for a talk. I'm glad to see you are doing well and comfortable. Getting to spend any amount of time with Christy is certainly enjoyable - time with Christy making coffee is nearing unbelievable. But fear not, I believe in you. Continue to make perfect shots and keep Christy the sort of company that only a three eyed alien can. Stay happy and three eyed. You're just not the same without either missing.
C.
Goober :)
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