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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...
Hi! I'm new to espresso and am looking for a travel grinder. I will need it for pour over with a V60, moka pot, and espresso with a Robot. I think budget will limit me to hand grinders. A Lagom mini would be great, but I don't think I will use it enough to justify the cost. I...
Quick Mill now markets two new models called POP and POP UP .
Do you have any information other than what the Italian manufacturer's website says (YT provides videos presenting them, but no test to date)?
I'm reluctant to part with my Rocket Appartamento (it dates from...
I've only picked up this hobby about 5 years ago so maybe I'm missing something but who's buying $175 conventional tampers when you can get really good leveling tampers for under $50.
Is it like driving a manual car? It's more enjoyable if you're good at tamping straight?
A person is selling a linea mini and grinder for 4k. Too good to be true? Any tips or things to look out for? How if I go through with the purchase, what is the safest way to pay. Don't really want to have that much cash on me. Any knowledge is appreciated.
Are there stores, where you can play with different machines and make a more confident purchasing decision? Endless reading and YouTubes help but i feel it can only get you so far before purchasing becomes a leap of faith. I know there are stores in Seattle, but that is the only...
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I have been having a lot of trouble recently tryng to figure out what I want from a cup of joe. I currently have a Niche Duo with SSP LS cast burrs in it. Now this beast makes some very tasty pour over and I love the flavor seperation of the flat burrs but for...
