When you take the filter out of your espresso machine you might notice some tiny holes in the coffee puck. What’s the reason for that and is it actually a problem? Let’s find out. Channeling...
Category: Espresso
Should You Get A 15 Bar Espresso Machine? Better Than 9 Bar?
New espresso machines advertise that they can generate very high pressures of up to 15 bar and some even more. Is such a high pressure necessary and good for brewing espresso? Let’s find out. 15...
You’ve heard that you need finely ground coffee for an espresso machine. That’s true, but are you afraid you went a bit too far? Here’s how you can find out. While espresso machines require...
Do you want to make a cappuccino or latte at home and are you wondering what type of beans is best to use? Here's what you should know. A cappuccino or latte is made by adding milk to espresso....
Did you grab the wrong bag of coffee in the shop and are now wondering if you can use regular coffee in your espresso machine? Here’s what you want to know. Using regular pre-ground filter...
Ever wondered what the water temperature in your espresso machine is? Most espresso machines don’t have a temperature gauge so what can you expect? Here’s what you want to know. The boiler in...