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I mainly drink very light roasts for both drip and espresso. I was curious what an ideal setup would be for this niche.

I currently drink espresso 50% of the time and oatmilk cortados 50% of the time, so being able to steam is ideal. Being able to do low pressure...

Had it for about 3 weeks and was not impressed. Before that I had a Nespresso Creatista Plus (tried to please the wife with that purchase...) Now after some disappointing experiences with the Breville I want a REAL machine.

I love learning and don't mind the work this involves....

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(First post on HB, so bear with me!)

I've been interested in getting into the home espresso world for a few years now, but have been so hesitant to pull the trigger because of all the conflicting reviews out there.

I'm looking for a machine that would be a great tool...

Hello all, I have been a coffee lover most of my life, I have often thought about buying an espresso machine and doing my own thing. So the time has come for me to pick a unit for the house. I'm not looking to spend a ton of money. I recently ordered the Baratza Sette 270W...

How much budget % would you usually give to grinder vs machine?

Plan: Selling Rocket Cellini v2 (no pid) and Mazzer Mini A

Get Decent or Linea Mini or......maybe...just maybe if I can push the budget Victoria Arduino Prima One.

Grinder: DF64 SSP, Atom 75, Niche Zero, Mignon...

I am trying to decide whether and how much to spend to upgrade from a Breville Barista Touch to a machine in the under $2000US range. I have a Sette 270wi grinder, and really only use the espresso machine for milk-based drinks. Morning coffee is from my Ratio 8, so this is for...

Hey there!

This forum is amazing. I've learned so much in the last week that my brain hurts.

Because I've spent a fortune at my local cafés (Joe Coffee, Stumptown) and I like not having to go outside for my morning coffee, I'm ready to take the plunge to Espresso Wonderland....

We may have to replace the Gaggia that we have at the office.
We make anywhere from three to ten espresso each day, no milk. We use a single shot 58mm 8g basket, so I am excluding the low-end Breville product line, like the Bambino, the Duo Tempo or the Infuser, that have the...

Hello all.

I have a Vibiemme Domobar Junior HX. Just over two years old. I have had the heating element burn out twice. Each time it ends up being a not-cheap repair (I am not bold enough to try replacing it myself) and the machine is out of use for 1-2 months (long waiting...

Looking for some guidance to save time in the rabbit hole. 20+ years ago I bought an Isomac Tea and sold it 5 years later as I didn't use much and counter space was an issue. Now I have more time and wanted back into making 1 or 2 doubles a day. So, I've been using a rebuilt...