But perfection? It’s a distraction.
Making espresso isn’t about getting every variable exactly right. It’s about showing up, being present, and caring. It’s about knowing you’re never in full control—the grind might be a touch off, the air more humid than you expected, the beans slightly different from last week.
That’s okay.
There’s the science—sure. The grind, the time, the pressure. But really, it’s about intention. When you pull that shot, are you rushing through, or are you engaged? Are you treating it like an assembly line, or is each shot its own tiny experience?
No two espressos are alike. They can’t be. The beans, the day, you—everything changes. And that’s the beauty of it.
So let go of perfection. Show up, pay attention, and care. The perfect espresso? It’s the one you’re making right now.
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