Notes from the bench
Experiments, materials and measurements from the VIHI lab — 186 published notes and counting.

The Kalita Wave Brewing Guide: Mastering the Art of Balanced, Sweet Coffee
Unlocking the Kalita Wave’s Potential In the world of manual pour-over, the Kalita Wave stands apart. With its distinctive f…

The Kalita Wave Brewing Guide: Mastering Balanced, Consistent Pour-Over Coffee
Why the Kalita Wave Stands Out In the world of manual pour-over, the Kalita Wave offers a distinct approach to extraction. Unlike…

The Kalita Wave Brewing Guide: Mastering the Art of Balanced, Sweet Coffee
Unlocking the Kalita Wave: Your Path to Exceptional Coffee The Kalita Wave isn’t just another pour-over device; it’s a…

The Kalita Wave Brewing Guide: Mastering Consistent, Balanced Pour-Over Coffee
In the world of manual coffee brewing, the Kalita Wave has earned a devoted following for its ability to produce exceptionally cle…

The Complete Guide to Coffee Processing Microbiology: How Microbes Shape Your Cup
The Complete Guide to Coffee Processing Microbiology: How Microbes Shape Your Cup Introduction: The Unseen World in Your Coffee Fo…

Monitoring Microbial Health: pH, Brix, and Temperature Logs for Consistent Fermentation
Monitoring Microbial Health: pH, Brix, and Temperature Logs for Consistent Fermentation in Specialty Coffee Processing Introductio…

How Farm Soil and Compost Practices Cultivate a Unique Microbial Terroir
How Farm Soil and Compost Practices Cultivate a Unique Microbial Terroir: Introduction and Theoretical Background 1. Introduction…