The Best Espresso Machines With Manual And Digital Pressure Profiling
Pressure profiling and its inseparable cousin, flow profiling, are really just means to achieve what we actually want, which is flavor profiling.
Pressure profiling and its inseparable cousin, flow profiling, are really just means to achieve what we actually want, which is flavor profiling.
The built-in grinder on the Barista Express is the key feature separating these two semi-automatic home espresso machines from Breville.
Our Bezzera Unica review shows that this machine from a pioneering Italian espresso brand delivers on form and functionality at an approachable price point.
This particular mishap can make for a devastating morning, so let’s learn how to fix a cracked coffee pot—and prevent cracks from happening in the first place.
Coffee, like many plants, contains bitter tasting components as a protection mechanism. A little bitterness in your coffee is fine, but it can be unpleasant when it begins to dominates your coffee’s flavor profile.
When your choice of pour-over coffee dripper comes down to the Kalita Wave vs. Hario V60, decide whether the priority is simplicity or flavor.
You could always make cold brew from the same beans you use for your regular coffee, but these brands roasted specifically for cold brew will make a big difference.
The Lelit Bianca is an espresso machine you can learn how to use quickly, but its advanced shot profiling capabilities will keep teaching you things for years to come.
You find yourself face-to-face with a Nespresso machine and you’re not sure what to do next. Learn how to use a Nespresso machine, whether it came with the Airbnb or you just bought it yourself.
Both the moka pot and the AeroPress brewing systems use small amounts of pressure to deliver a taste that’s almost espresso-like.
Espresso is a rich part of Italian culture, so you can generally trust Italian brands to take extra care in crafting exquisite machines for making it.
Red eye coffee is popular among those who need a powerful caffeine fix to keep them wide awake. It’s a simple drink to make, which makes it perfect for the occasion it’s intended for: a foggy-headed morning.
As cool as it looks, the Chemex’s hourglass shape can make it challenging to clean. Here are some tips to keep that glass sparking.
A pressurized portafilter distinguishes itself from a non-pressurized portafilter by adding extra pressure immediately after coffee extraction. It does this through a design that features a basket with a two-layer bottom.
It wouldn’t be fair to elevate either the flat white or the macchiato above the other, but each of these drinks has its time and place.
For many, the choice of a super-automatic espresso machine comes down to De’Longhi vs. Saeco—two global household brands that design well for the home user.
Unfortunately, this white whale hangs out only with the mermaids at Starbucks.
We explain why the 30 seconds it takes for your coffee to bloom is time well spent.
Brewing with whole beans is usually a last resort, but if you have the time it can produce a nice, flavorful cup.
The long black is Australia’s answer to the Americano, and like everything else in Australia, they kind of flipped it upside down.
Stretch out your enjoyment of your morning espresso with this cup that sits somewhere between an espresso and an Americano.
Let’s go over what distinguishes the two pour-over brewers from each other, so you can choose the one that’s right for you.
Find out which hand pull machine can make you high-end espresso at the lowest price point—or just splurge on the very best.
Is it your beans, your water, your equipment or your process? Read on and we’ll help you find out.
Fifteen of the most popular coffee drinks explained.
Many situations call for huge amounts of coffee—not just Monday mornings.
Water chemistry has a huge impact on coffee flavour. Coffee needs the right minerals at the right concentrations. Here are six brands of bottled water that play nice with coffee.
Either one can make great espresso, but here’s why you might want to try a bottomless portafilter.