What you need to know before you buy an espresso machine
You’re finally ready to buy an espresso machine but are overwhelmed by the choice. Not sure whether to invest in a prosumer or semi-automatic machine?...
For some time now, the specialty coffee sector has discussed the idea of bridging the gap between the producer and the consumer. For many, this means shortening the distance between the farmer and the end consumer. Many initiatives and ideas have been discussed to achieve this goal. Among them is the concept of roasting coffee at origin. Despite its logistical challenges, this unconventional model can have its advantages for stakeholders… read more
For some time now, the specialty coffee sector has discussed the idea of bridging the gap between the producer and the consumer. For many, this means shortening the distance between the farmer and the end consumer. Many initiatives and ideas… read more
You’re finally ready to buy an espresso machine but are overwhelmed by the choice. Not sure whether to invest in a prosumer or semi-automatic machine?...
Is there anything more recognizably Italian than an espresso? Last month, I boarded a plane with one mission in mind: to learn more about the...
Have you ever struggled to keep your espresso extraction time consistent? Perhaps you’ve checked the machine to confirm the pressure and temperature are steady. You’re...
Handling never-ending lines of people waiting anxiously for their coffees? Taking complex and extensive drink orders? Serving curious customers new to the specialty coffee world?...
So, you want your coffee to taste even more delicious, sweet, and balanced. You want that incredible aroma and lingering aftertaste. And you want this...
Installing your new espresso machine isn’t as simple as just ordering it and plugging it in. In the years I’ve spent as a servicing dealer...
The espresso machine: it’s probably the most important piece of equipment in any café or coffee shop. But it has much more of a role...
Water: it makes up 94–98% of your cup of coffee. But it’s not just the biggest ingredient in your beverage. Its temperature (along with its...
Brew ratio is the heart of any espresso-based recipe. But are you confident in your ability to control it to get the best possible shot,...
Coffee, in its simplest form, is ground beans and water. What determines whether we get a complex, balanced and aromatic coffee or a sour or...
Milk texturing is probably the toughest thing to learn as a new barista or trainee. Yes, you’ll encounter harder tasks later on in your coffee...
There’s something special about an old-fashioned lever machine. Designed by Achille Gaggia right after World War II, they’re typically considered the first real espresso machine....
Espresso: roughly 30 ml of coffee goodness. An amazing espresso can be complex, full-bodied, and sweet. It can be the best thing about your day....
If you’re an experienced barista, you may sometimes struggle to pull a perfect shot. If you’re a newbie, you’re definitely going to find it difficult....
Are you looking for an even better-tasting cup of coffee? Then maybe it’s time to invest in a new coffee grinder. But with all the...
Coffee grind size is no small matter. Controlling this variable allows you to improve the taste of your coffee, ensure repeatability, experiment with recipes, and...