AutoBarista has introduced a technology called Grind iQ that analyzes the coffee beans placed in its machine and uses that analysis to determine how each espresso shot is pulled.
AutoBarista · Grind iQ
A espresso machine that reads the beans before it pulls the shot
Grind iQ analyzes the beans loaded into the machine and uses that analysis to set how each shot is extracted, replacing a single fixed setting for every bag.
How the loop is meant to work
Described flow. The internal method of bean analysis has not been detailed.
Step 1
Beans loaded
Any bag placed in the machine
→
Step 2
Beans analyzed
Grind iQ examines the beans
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Step 3
Extraction adjusted
Grind and brew settings tuned to that bag
→
Step 4
Shot pulled
Aimed at more consistent results
What it targets
Beans from different roasters, origins and roast levels behave differently
Small changes in grind and brewing can noticeably affect flavor
Less manual trial and error for consistent results
What is still unverified
Real-world performance in everyday use
Independent reaction from professionals and consumers
Limited public documentation at the time of writing
Open questions
Key details that will determine how meaningful this change is in practice
How analysis works
Method not fully described
Supported beans
Which bean types are covered is unclear
Availability
Broad release timing not yet confirmed
Compatibility and pricing
Awaiting further detail from the company
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