A ristretto and a long shot are both espresso, but a ristretto uses less water and a shorter extraction time to create a more concentrated shot than a regular espresso. A long shot uses more water and a longer extraction time to create a less concentrated coffee.
A bean-to-cup coffee machine will grind, brew, and usually froth your milk. Here are 11 machines that stand out among all others.
The Weiss Distribution Technique isn’t as fancy as it sounds: Use a simple tool to stir your grounds in the portafilter and get rid of clumps.
We like the Rancilio Silvia for its elegant design, impressive espresso extraction, and combination of customization and ease of use.
The Breville Barista Pro is a home espresso machine that looks professional, while the Dual Boiler is a commercial-grade machine you can put in your home.
The compact Breville Bambino Plus doesn’t come in with a built-in grinder like the Barista Express, but maybe that presents an opportunity.
Here’s what you need to know about the differences between Jura vs. De’Longhi espresso machines.
To get great value for money in a home espresso machine, you first need to look in the mirror.
The truth is that no grinder can do it all, but these are our seven favorite espresso grinders under $500.
Nespresso is all about quickness and convenience. Espresso machines are more about art and craft.
Timing your espresso shots right can be the difference between a perfect pull and a bitter cup.
You can find many of the best espresso beans online today, and be brewing great espresso within a week.
For millions of people, the word espresso signifies little more than an extra boost of caffeine. That’s a shame, as it is one of the purest and most flavorful coffee experiences you can have.
You can’t really make espresso with an AeroPress, but we’ll show you how to get the strongest, most full-bodied cup you can.
The Rancilio Silvia and Gaggia Classic Pro are entry-level contenders that are among the best espresso machines in their class and include many features found in higher-end models.
Espresso machines for beginners can be had for as little as $100, or close to $1000 if you want to aim high.
The main difference between a heat exchange and dual boiler espresso machine is how they handle different temperatures for pulling espresso and steaming milk.
Wondering why your Breville espresso machine is not reaching pressure? These are the most likely causes (and solutions).
Looking for low retention coffee grinders? This list is all you need.
Not sure why your Breville espresso machine is leaking? Here’s how to find the culprit.
This is everything you need to know about how often to clean your Breville espresso machine and how to clean the parts.
It’s not a crime to use regular coffee in an espresso machine. But should you? Here’s what you need to know.
Espresso machines are expensive not because manufacturers want to gouge coffee lovers, but because everything that goes into a quality machine costs money.
People looking for a high-end yet relatively affordable coffee grinder often gravitate toward the Rancilio Rocky or Baratza Vario. We’ll help you decide.
We present eight espresso machines that would be worth your $2000 investment—and one clear winner.
If you prize aesthetics most, the Appartamento wins. But for us it comes to best all-around performance, and that’s the Quick Mill Anita.
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.
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.