Espresso Troubleshooting: Fix Every Common Problem
Something is wrong with your espresso and you need to fix it. This guide is organized by symptom so you can quickly find your problem and its solution. Bookmark this page — you will come back to it often as you learn. Taste Problems Shot Tastes Sour or Acidic What it feels like: Sharp, tangy, almost vinegar-like. Makes you pucker. The shot may also taste thin and watery. Cause: Under-extraction. Not enough of the coffee’s soluble material dissolved into the water. The acids extract first, so a short extraction gives you lots of acid without the balancing sweetness. ...