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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

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Crew Comparison: LELIT Mara X3 vs. LELIT Bianca

They look like siblings — and it turns out they are. But the Mara X3 and Bianca so...

• Jul 8, 2026

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The 5 Best Automatic Espresso Machines of 2026: Picks for Every Budget

Real café drinks at home without becoming a part-time barista. Our five best autom...

• Jul 6, 2026

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Affogato Go: Summer's Easiest Excuse for Dessert

Affogato Go is the two-ingredient espresso treat that takes minutes to make and do...

• Jul 3, 2026

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Coming to Seattle for the World Cup? Here's Where to Get Your Coffee Fix

Heading to Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Fuel up between matches at Gloom C...

• Jul 2, 2026

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Crew Review: LELIT Mara X3

The LELIT Mara X3 brings electronic flow profiling, dual-probe PID, and the new Ge...

• Jul 1, 2026

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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

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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

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3 Frozen Coffee Recipes: Let's Get Blending!

Summer called, and it wants you to put down the hot latte. We rounded up three fro...

• Jun 19, 2026

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Decaf Espresso: What It Is and How It's Made

Decaf espresso isn't a sad consolation prize. Here's what it actually is, how the ...

• Jun 16, 2026

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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

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Which Espresso Martini Are You? 5 Recipes to Find Your Perfect Pour

Not all espresso martinis are created equal, and honestly, that's a good thing. We...

• Jun 5, 2026