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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'm looking to get a new espresso machine, and budget can be pretty high... if it's worth it. My experience is mainly on. the NS Appia we have at work. My question is whether something like a LM gs3 or even Línea Mini is totally overkill. I would love either no doubt, but I only...
I've finally had it with the office super auto and have decided to get an espresso setup. My office is architecturally stunning but about as sound proof as a tent, so I've decided to go with an open boiler lever and a portable hand grinder (such that I can go to the stairway to...
I run a small pop up coffee cart and serve espresso based drinks and cold brew. I am looking for a grinder that is filter focused and can grind for drip and coarse for cold brew. I do not need it for espresso as I already am covered for that.
I'm in the market for a 2 lb roaster for small batches, and I'm debating between BC-2 or Allio Bullet. I already have the BC-5 which I use for my little roasting business in a different state, far from my current home. Looked at other options; however, they are too expensive.
Hey guys, so need y'all's advice. My church has very bad coffee currently. We are currently using a 20 year old percolator with very below average coffee, and obviously it's producing some very poor results. Most people either turn down the coffee, or bring their own.
Hello, I understand the 2 machines are quite different. I am a newbie by comparison to most here. I have been a manual lever guy looking to add to the hobby. What drew me to the LM GS3 MP is the heritage, the aesthetics, reliability (I hope), and the conical valve. The Decent is a...
I'm looking at getting a lever machine. The Elektra MCaL is very interesting, and currently there's a vintage one (1994) in good condition not too far away, as well as a new one on sale. The vintage one is cheaper, but not by a lot. I understand the differences between the...
