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Which Espresso Martini Are You? 5 Recipes to Find Your Perfect Pour - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Which Espresso Martini Are You? 5 Recipes to Find Your Perfect Pour

Not all espresso martinis are created equal, and honestly, that's a good thing. We...
  • Jun 5, 2026
SCG latte art instructor Sean teaching beginner Grace to pour latte art at home - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Realistic Latte Art Pouring as a Beginner

SCG's latte art instructor Sean takes a complete beginner through microfoam basics...
  • Jun 3, 2026
Barista pouring steamed milk with latte art into a glass espresso cup at a home machine - Seattle Coffee Gear
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How to Make the Ultimate Latte at Home (+ the Best Latte Machines to Get You There)

A latte looks simple, but there's real craft behind the café version you love. Thi...
  • Jun 2, 2026
Person brewing pour over coffee outdoors using an AeroPress, with a bag of Passenger Coffee nearby - Seattle Coffee Gear
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SCG's Best Videos: May 2026 Coffee & Gear Roundup

Everything SCG filmed in May 2026, all in one place — from a certified Q Grader's ...
  • Jun 1, 2026
Skimming grounds from a coffee cupping bowl with two spoons during a tasting session - Seattle Coffee Gear
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A Beginner's Guide to Coffee Cupping at Home

Cupping isn't a gatekeeping ritual — it's one of the most low-tech ways to get mor...
  • May 27, 2026
Drip coffee brewing through a filter into a glass carafe - Seattle Coffee Gear
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How to Choose the Best Drip Coffee Maker for Your Home (And 5 We Actually Recommend)

Find the best drip coffee maker for your home. We cover what to look for — from br...
  • May 26, 2026
Three Quick Coffee Drinks: You Can Make In A Rush - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Three Quick Coffee Drinks: You Can Make In A Rush

No time, no problem. These three espresso drinks are proof that you don't need a l...
  • May 22, 2026
Ascaso Baby T Plus espresso machine in white on a kitchen counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Crew Review: Ascaso Baby T Plus

The Ascaso Baby T Plus brings commercial thermoblock brewing, a dedicated 2.3L ste...
  • May 21, 2026
Whole espresso beans and finely ground coffee side by side in portafilters - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Are Espresso Beans the Same as Coffee Beans?

Espresso beans and coffee beans are the same thing — the label is really about roa...
  • May 19, 2026
Barista smelling a shot of light roast espresso in a glass cup - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Why Your Light Roast Coffee Tastes Bad (And How to Fix It)

Light roast coffee has a reputation problem — but sour, weak, or flat results almo...
  • May 14, 2026
Prosumer espresso machine pulling a shot on a modern kitchen counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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The Best High End Espresso Machines for Home: A Buyer's Guide to Prosumer-Level Coffee

A buyer's guide to the best prosumer espresso machines for home — covering what ma...
  • May 11, 2026
AeroPress brewing coffee outdoors with a gooseneck kettle at a campsite - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Best Ways to Make Coffee While Camping

Not only can you make a great cup of coffee over the campfire, but you can do it e...
  • May 6, 2026
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