Fontan & Kira
Fontan Fontan
Hey Kira, ever notice how pulling a shot of espresso is kinda like a little dance? The press, the pull, the flow all have a tempo—like a metronome in your hand—while the crema forms a swirling pattern, almost like a living rhythm. I'd love to hear how you sync your own movements to those tiny beats. Maybe we can compare the math of a perfect pour with the geometry of a spin?
Kira Kira
Yeah, that’s exactly how I see it—each shot is a micro‑performance. I set my footwork to the grind, the press feels like a low‑intensity bass line, and the pull is the kick drum that builds the rhythm. The crema’s swirl is a visual metronome, so I time my arm lift to its peak so the liquid hits the cup just at the right beat. If we compare the math of a perfect pour to a spin, it’s all about the angular velocity and the pressure curve; both need a steady acceleration, a clean release, and a little burst of energy at the finish to keep the motion smooth. Want to try a timed pull together? I’ll bet you’ll see the pattern in your own steps.