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Education

We aim to teach! Whether you're new to the coffee world, or a seasoned home barista, we want to help you learn the best ways and techniques to make coffee you love!

  1. How to Brew Iced Coffee the Right Way

    Iced coffee is a longtime, beloved summer treat. What coffee fan doesn’t love a cold cup of freshly brewed coffee to stave off the heat...
  2. Mistakes: Dialing In Your Espresso Machine (Top 3 Mistakes and Tips)

    Have you ever struggled with dialing in espresso? Maybe you’ve practiced and practiced but you’re still finding that you’re wasting coffee? We’re here to help...
  3. Tips on Top Tier Espresso Tamping

    The tamp is one of the most important parts of your espresso crafting process. You can have a killer espresso grinder, a high-end espresso machine...
  4. Tips from the Cafe: What You Can Do to Help You Get the Same Drink Quality

    It's the dream, being able to reproduce your favorite cafe drinks from your own kitchen. It's the goal of every coffee enthusiast, and it's ultimately...
  5. Why is My Espresso Shot So Bitter?

    We've all asked this question before - why does my espresso taste so bitter? In fact, some people think espresso is just a bitter kind...
  6. How to Buy Your First Espresso Machine

    Are you in the market for your first espresso machine? Are you ready to bring that cafe flavor to your kitchen counter? Well look no...
  7. How to Steam and Froth Almond Milk, Soy Milk, Oat Milk, and Coconut Milk

    One of the most common questions we get about espresso machines is “does this machine froth alternative milks?” When we say alternative milk, we mean...
  8. Back to Basics: Building Your First Pour Over Coffee Set

    Whether you’re chasing the flavor of a delicious cup at the local cafe or just looking for something to spice up your morning cup of...
  9. Why Does My Coffee Taste Bad?

    It’s a question we’ve all asked ourselves: why does my coffee taste bad? Well, there’s a number of reasons this could be happening. We often...
  10. When is it Time for an Upgrade? How to Tell If It's Time for a Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine

    Are you ready to bring that cafe espresso experience home? Sometimes it can be hard to know if it’s time to take the plunge into...