espresso machines Articles

P Pat C

Introducing the Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA!

Rocket Espresso has long been a manufacturer of some of the finest espresso machin...

• Apr 13, 2024

P Pat C

Introducing the Lelit Elizabeth!

We’ve been really impressed with Lelit’s lineup of espresso machines, and we’re ex...

• Jun 5, 2023

P Pat C

How Does the Solis Barista Perfetta Compare to Other Espresso Machines?

You’ve heard us talk at length about the Solis Barista Perfetta across various con...

• Mar 21, 2022

B Brenna

Tech Tip: Your Boiler on Milk

When it comes to suffering home espresso machines, our repair technicians have see...

• Feb 28, 2014

S Sam

The Reluctant Barista: Jura GIGA 5 and the Secret Menu

There is something so intriguing about a secret menu. Starbucks has one. In-N-Out ...

• Feb 27, 2013

S Sam

The Reluctant Barista: Tackling the Rocket R58 Dual Boiler

I had an 'Aha! Moment' this morning and it changed my whole relationship with espr...

• Jan 23, 2013

K Kat

Compare: Rocket Espresso R58 vs. Quick Mill QM67

Dual boilers are where it's at when it comes to controlling the temp of your shot ...

• Dec 28, 2012

K Kat

Crew Comparison: Rocket R58 vs. La Marzocco GS/3

In the market for a big baddie? Is having control over your brew temperature and/o...

• Dec 24, 2012

K Kat

Crew Review: Nespresso U Capsule Espresso Machine

We've said it before and we'll say it again: When it comes to convenience and clea...

• Dec 10, 2012

K Kat

Playing with Preinfusion on the Breville Dual Boiler

It's fun to play with parameters! If you didn't learn that in the 2nd grade, life ...

• Dec 5, 2012

K Kat

Crew Review: Jura ENA 4 Superauto

One of our favorites in terms of straight up shot appeal, the Jura ENA 4 is a simp...

• Nov 30, 2012

K Kat

Compare: Saeco Poemia & Saeco Aroma

If your kitchen counter space is at a premium, an espresso machine with a small fo...

• Nov 12, 2012