Solution Guide
Use Shorter Ratio for Dark Roasts
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Can be done immediately with no special skills
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78%
Success Rate
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What To Do
For dark roast coffees, try a shorter ratio like 1:1.5 to 1:2. Dark roasts extract faster and can become bitter with too much water.
Expected Result
Reduced bitterness, more body, traditional espresso intensity.
Effectiveness
Success Rate78%
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