The Story
Water comprises 98% of your cup, yet it's the most overlooked variable in brewing exceptional coffee. This focused online class demystifies water chemistry in under 30 minutes, giving you practical skills to test, treat, and optimize your brewing water for both flavor and equipment protection.
What You'll Learn
- How mineral content affects extraction and taste
- Simple at-home testing methods for TDS, hardness, and pH
- Treatment strategies: filtration, remineralization, and targeted solutions
- Why quality water extends machine longevity and reduces scale buildup
- Expert guidance from Charles Nick, co-founder of Third Wave Water
Whether you're troubleshooting flat-tasting shots or preventing scale damage, this class equips you with the foundational water knowledge every home barista needs. Part of Clive's Coffee School series, designed to support your entire espresso journey with expert education and hands-on guidance.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Water comprises 98% of your cup, yet it's the most overlooked variable in brewing exceptional coffee. This focused online class demystifies water chemistry in under 30 minutes, giving you practical skills to test, treat, and optimize your brewing water for both flavor and equipment protection.
What You'll Learn
- How mineral content affects extraction and taste
- Simple at-home testing methods for TDS, hardness, and pH
- Treatment strategies: filtration, remineralization, and targeted solutions
- Why quality water extends machine longevity and reduces scale buildup
- Expert guidance from Charles Nick, co-founder of Third Wave Water
Whether you're troubleshooting flat-tasting shots or preventing scale damage, this class equips you with the foundational water knowledge every home barista needs. Part of Clive's Coffee School series, designed to support your entire espresso journey with expert education and hands-on guidance.










