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Diletta Bello+ espresso machine front panel with brew pressure gauge as espresso pours into a glass - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Espresso Machine Pressure Explained: Why 9 Bar Is the Number That Matters (and What “15 Bar” / “20 Bar” Really Mean)

Your espresso machine box says 15 or 20 bar, but espresso brews at about 9. Here’s...
  • Oct 29, 2026
Breville Bambino Plus pulling two espresso shots beside a Baratza grinder on a tiled counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Best Budget Espresso Machines: What’s Actually Worth It Under $500

Can you get a good espresso machine for under $500? Yes. Here are five budget pick...
  • Oct 21, 2026
Breville Oracle Dual Boiler, Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V, and Diletta Bello+ advanced espresso machines - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Top 3 Advanced Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines of 2026: A Buying Guide for Experienced Home Baristas

Our top picks for the advanced home barista ready to upgrade their semi-auto setup.
  • Oct 3, 2026
Top three semi-automatic espresso machines from Breville, Fellow, and Diletta on display - Seattle Coffee Gear
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The Top Three Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines of 2026 (Plus an Honorable Mention)

Ready to pull your own shots? We put this year's semi-automatic espresso machines ...
  • Sep 21, 2026
Black Breville espresso machine and Baratza grinder on a marble kitchen counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Best Hands-on Espresso Machine for Beginners: A First-Timer's Buyer Guide

Not sure where to start with home espresso? We break down five beginner-friendly m...
  • Jul 10, 2026
Barista adjusting a stainless steel Breville Dual Boiler espresso machine on a counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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SCG's Best Videos: June 2026 Coffee & Gear

June was a two-video month, but both are the kind you'll want to bookmark....
  • Jun 30, 2026
Diletta Mio espresso machine paired with a Eureka Mignon grinder dosing fresh grounds into a portafilter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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The Best Espresso Machine & Grinder Combos

Buying an espresso machine alone won't get you great shots — the grinder is half t...
  • Jun 29, 2026
Six Breville espresso machines lined up on a Seattle Coffee Gear counter - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Which Breville Espresso Machine Is Right for You? (Updated!)

Six Breville espresso machines, one honest breakdown — from the beginner-friendly ...
  • Jun 9, 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
The Best Espresso Machines for Home: Our Picks for Every Kind of Coffee Person - Seattle Coffee Gear
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The Best Espresso Machines for Home: Our Picks for Every Kind of Coffee Person

It's easy to go overboard when shopping for an espresso machine. You don't need to...
  • Apr 16, 2026
How to Give Your Breville a Glow Up - Seattle Coffee Gear
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How to Give Your Breville a Glow Up

There's a few accessories you can pick up to really take that brand new Breville e...
  • Nov 17, 2025
Brewing on the Breville Oracle Jet - Seattle Coffee Gear
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Brewing on the Breville Oracle Jet

If you're new to the Oracle platform or a longtime fan ready for an upgrade we hav...
  • Jul 14, 2025
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