Spring is a great time to start a brew journal. It doesn't need to be fancy—just a notebook where you jot down the ratio, grind setting, water temperature, and how the cup tasted. That way, when you nail a brew you love, you can repeat it.

You'll also start to see patterns. Maybe your favorite cups always come from a slightly finer grind, or you prefer a lower ratio on humid days. Writing it down makes dialing in easier and more fun.