My first pull of the day used to be a total scramble, now it's just routine
Back in January at my kitchen counter in Austin, I would fumble with the scale, the grinder, and the kettle all at once, usually overfilling the basket and making a mess. I kept burning my shots or getting weak ones because I wasn't weighing anything consistent. Finally, after three ruined mornings, I timed myself and realized the whole process took 6 minutes of chaos. Now I do the same steps in a set order: grind 18 grams, pour water first, then bloom, and it takes under 4 minutes total. It's not fancy or new gear, just a better flow on an old machine. Has anyone else found that sequencing your morning routine beats upgrading your setup?