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The Newbie Introduction to Espresso series of videos was created specifically for those new to making espresso at home. In addition to watching these videos, I strongly urge newbies to spend an evening with the site's Recommended Reading outlined in the FAQs and Favorites Digest...
I bought a Sage Dual Boiler 2 weeks ago. Like all beginners I quickly noticed the problem with the single basket (inconsistent shots/channeling), and I'm too sensitive to caffeine to settle for 18g coffee every time (or throw 50% away). So I started looking for a...
I did a quick search on the forums, and it appears this has been discussed with limited interest a few years ago. The reason I bring it up now is because Robert McKeon Aloe (espressofun on IG) stated that he has data / results from spraying the puck prior to pulling a shot and...
Just curious if anyone has used or placed an order for the NanoFoamer PRO?
It seems that it would eliminate all the variables and produce consistent results. Everything from timing to temperature is controlled. On the other hand, I don't like the fact that the pitcher itself...
Hi. I just bought this machine 2 weeks ago. I went through 1 kg of coffee already and cannot pull a decent espresso shot. The grinder/tamper duo puts a puck size between 21 and 23.8 grams, even though i pulled the tamper fan as low as I could. With single dose I sometimes need...
What would you call a drink with 36 grams of espresso(weight) in a 6oz cappuccino cup with steamed milk?
I am confused at what to call the drink I make each morning. I thought this was a flat white, but those seem to have very thin milk from online descriptions. I...
I have a 10 year old BES870XL Barista Express that likely needs an overhaul but still works pretty well. To circumvent my retail therapy I am working hard to use this machine to its full ability (I've never really taken the time)
So, I have fresh beans, measuring out 18g and am...
