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What is the Difference Between Coffee and Espresso Beans?

One of the most common questions new at-home espresso drinkers have is: what is th...

• Dec 18, 2024

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5 Reasons to Start Making Coffee at Home

Supporting your local coffee shop is a wonderful thing to do, and you should! But ...

• Nov 27, 2024

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The Top 5 Things to Know About Coffee!

While we invite you to check out our range of getting started content here and on ...

• Nov 13, 2024

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Comparison: Heat Exchangers Vs. Dual Boilers

Heating elements are one of the most important elements of an espresso machine. Si...

• Nov 4, 2024

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Best Espresso Grinders for Former Baristas

Not too long ago we shared some thoughts on good espresso machines for former bari...

• Aug 23, 2024

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Dialed In - The Correct Volume for Different Espresso Shot Types

It’s time for another entry into our Dialed In series! The type of shot you brew h...

• Aug 14, 2024

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July Video Recap

Another hot summer month has come and gone, and we've got a number of fun videos t...

• Jul 31, 2024

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How to Dial in Your Espresso Shot - Grind Size

Dialing in your espresso shot is the most important skill to learn for any new hom...

• Jul 10, 2024

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How to Dial In Your Espresso Shot -Dose

Dialing in your espresso shot is the most important skill to learn for any new hom...

• Jul 2, 2024

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May Video Recap

It's the end of May, and that means it's time for another May video recap! Let's c...

• May 31, 2024

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Thermoblock Vs. Boiler Espresso Machines

Today we're looking at different ways that espresso machines heat up water for bre...

• May 27, 2024

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Why is My Espresso Puck Soupy?

If you are new to brewing espresso at home you may have found that your pucks leav...

• May 13, 2024