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Crew Review: Saeco Xelsis One-Touch Superautomatic
Saeco's newest one-touch superautomatic, the Xelsis, is just about to hit the mark...- Apr 18, 2010

Knowledge IS Power: Balance & Accountability in Home Espresso
For Richard Branson, an essential criteria for his business success, his compass, ...- Apr 14, 2010

Crew Review: Hario Hand Grinders
Now that we have all our Hario stock in the store, we had a chance to play around...- Apr 11, 2010

New! Saeco Sirena - Certified Refurbished by Seattle Coffee Gear
Originally manufactured for Starbucks by Saeco, the Sirena is a flexible and fetch...- Apr 10, 2010

Field Trip: Hario USA - The Great Pour Off: Gail vs. Velton
The final video (yes, can you believe it?!) from our field trip to Hario USA earli...- Apr 7, 2010

Single Origin: Velton's Finca Alaska
While we have an appreciation for the simplicity of many espresso blends, getting ...- Mar 21, 2010

Crew Review: Jura Capresso C5 Superautomatic
The newest superautomatic available in the US by Swiss manufacturer Jura Capresso,...- Mar 14, 2010

Crew Review: Capresso Flat Burr Grinders
Released this year, Capresso has a couple of more inexpensive burr grinder options...- Mar 13, 2010

Field Trip: Hario USA - Edwin Demonstrates Pour Over Technique
In the next installment of our field trip to the Hario USA HQ in Bellingham, WA, E...- Feb 24, 2010

Field Trip: Hario USA - Edwin Compares Pour Overs
The pour over technique can produce an excellent, single-cup of coffee at home wit...- Feb 23, 2010

Crew Review: Saeco Talea Giro Plus
Recently, Saeco re-worked their Talea Giro superautomatic and released the 'Plus' ...- Feb 20, 2010

Hot Blog on Blog Action: God Shot
One of the things we love most about coffee is all the different perspectives folk...- Feb 17, 2010