Coffee & espresso coffee has been a part of our life for decades. Over that time we've learned so much and hope to further enrich your coffee drinking experience by sharing everything we've picked up along our journey. Keep tabs on industry news, barista tips, how to care for your espresso machine, buying guides, and more!
Chris' Coffee Blog
Taylor Nachtrieb .
How To Choose The Right Grinder
A consistent grind is hugely important in the process of making a high-quality cup of coffee, which is why the grinder is the most important piece of...
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Taylor Nachtrieb .
Why Soft Filtered Water Is So Important
So, you’ve done all of the research on which espresso machine is best for you and after what seems like forever, you decide on a gorgeous direct...
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Taylor Nachtrieb .
All About Bottomless Portafilters
When it comes to making espresso, the only thing that really matters is that your drinks taste good, right? Yes. However, like any hobby enthusiast this one...
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Taylor Nachtrieb .
Heat Exchanger vs. Dual Boiler
Home espresso machines may produce the same delicious beverages, but the mechanics involved can vary from one machine to next. Two popular types of espresso machines that...
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Kyle Jewell .
What Are Fractional Packages?
Fractional packages, or "frac packs,"Â are perfectly ground and measured for home or business use. Most common in the business environment, food service specifically, fractional packages or pre-measured...
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Sam Nissen .
Third Wave Water Review
The Importance of Filtered Water  Hardness. Alkalinity. Buffering Potential. Saturation Index. There are a lot of fancy and complicated terms being bandied about where water is...
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Mark Bagnoli .
Vetrano 2B vs. Alex Duetto vs. R58
So you’re ready to make the jump and purchase your next espresso machine. You’ve had a single boiler or a heat exchange machine that has served you...
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Sam Nissen .
Using an Espresso Leveler
Anyone who knows me will know that... I like coffee. And not just coffee, but the process of making coffee. I’m the nerd who likes to spend...
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Mark Bagnoli .
Baratza Sette 270 vs. Eureka Mignon
It goes without saying but when it comes to brewing a perfect shot of espresso, many different variables come into play. Whether it involves pressure manipulation, length...
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Sam Nissen .
Sensory Lexicon
Designed by the fine folks over at World Coffee Research Institue, the Sensory Lexicon is a project aimed at designing a system to give us a quantifiable...
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Sam Nissen .
Triangle Testing
Sometimes called a determination test, a triangle test is designed to figure out if there is a difference between two products. The premise is that you have...
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