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Recently several members have reported too good to be true prices on espresso equipment. The sites I've seen looked like a generic e-commerce package and they sold a range of equipment from consumer espresso machines for a few hundred dollars to multiple-group espresso machines...
Which espresso machine should I buy? What's the best coffee grinder? I have a budget of $500, what is the best espresso machine? This post summarizes my advice in question/answer format.
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Q. There are so many choices of espresso equipment. What general advice to you...
I might want to give pourover a try. Chemex looks likes fun. Is there any one particular pourover device that is newbie friendly? I own a Hario gooseneck stovetop kettle, but have never used it. Is there a training wheels solution?
TLDR: I have the opportunity to sell my Silvia and am eager to buy an ecm classika or potentially a used more substantial e61 machine but that's not exactly what I want.
I used to have an account on here years ago and was steered in the right direction when I...
Dear all, I have the posibility to buy a newer DF64 (usd 655) or used Mazzer SJ (usd 550). I have the La Pavoni EP professional (recently acquired)
I read a lot about both grinders, but I will need your experiences and suggestions. Thanks a lot.
I'm starting to consider my next upgrade, and what's the best use of my money. I've got a Sette 270 and Breville Dual Boiler for espresso, and a Baratza Encore with M2 burr upgrade that I use for V60 (me) and Aeropress (my girlfriend).
I have a quick conundrum. I've had my Encore for quite a few years and have been generally very happy with it with 3rd wave coffees (I've a huge Ethiopian fan). Anyways, I know that my encore is starting to wear down quite a bit and rather than toss money repairing and upgrading...
Looking to upgrade from my current DeLonghi EX680M to something much better. I've used the DeLonghi dailey for probably 5-years without a hitch. Now my desire to drink coffee is turning the corner to become a hobbie like many of you. Therefore I really appreciate the wealth of...
