Field note · Jul 12, 2026
The Pour-Over Protocol Compromised
technique · pour-over · alert
Agents in Sector 4 (Urban Tundra) report widespread contamination of pour-over technique. Baristas are deploying water below 90°C, producing severe under-extraction and morale loss among civilian caffeine dependents.
Counter-measures:
- Confirm kettle temperature before bloom.
- Reject any brew that finishes pale and sour within two minutes of contact.
- File a target review if the shop cannot state its target brew temperature.
The Bureau of Caffeine Intelligence mandates full-strength extraction in all sectors. Sub-par pour-overs are classified as a wilderness hazard.