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Looking for suggestions on cleaning my stovetop frother. i believe there is calcium buildup preventing full exit of steam from the wand. There are two pressure release valves on the top of the device, both with large slotted heads, can...

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I have watched all of the videos and read all of the beginner threads. I think I'm doing everything that is suggested, but I have been finding it incredibly difficult to dial in my espresso. I'm not sure where to go. I've been...

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In reference to from about a year back, I'm finding the same issues with my 980XL today. I didn't see a resolution posted, so wanted to circle back around. Some history.

My 980XL was purchased 5/20/2018, so still a new machine....

Alright. I had a lucca a53 (vivaldi) now synchronika. First day. I kept my grinder where I always kept it with my malabar gold beans with my lucca as a starting point. I always thought I was grinding finer than most with the beans and 53mm...

I'm having a consistent issue where I'm hitting my ideal extraction volume when measured by weight, but the flavour is weak and sour, and the crema is typically tan in colour.
I'm using a 21+g basket (Espresso Parts HQ 21+ ridgeless), one...

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I recently purchased a Breville dual boiler bes920 with the smart grinder pro bcg820. But I am having issues with the ratio of espresso shots. I set my burr grinder master adjustment at "6" then proceeded to make minor...

I switched up beans in my grinder and used the previous grind settings. Slight overdose vs my previous double of 18g dose (18.4g). Coffee is a s.o. Brazilian medium roast from Carvalho, green beans from Brazcof.

Using a 3rd gen Faema...

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I'm just getting acquainted to the espresso world and so far down the rabbit hole already, it's mind boggling! ;) My SO enjoys the allongé (lungo) and i'm having difficulty getting it to taste decent.

Here's what I do...

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Introduction : I am having this problem when it comes to latte art that I can't seem to figure out a solution for. I've tried so many things and I seem to get similar results every time. I'm going to give you as many details as...

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When I turn my machine on (either the Breville Dual Boiler or the Andreja Premium) I make it a habit to lock the portafilter in place so that it heats up along with the machine. After the machine is ready, I remove the...