This website is all about espresso. We have a lot of tutorials, technical writings, how to, and product reviews. Some of the subjects we touch might contain information applicable to other brewing methods, but we look at this information from the espresso angle. This makes the information easy to digest, and apply.

Learn How to Make Espresso
You can learn to make espresso and espresso drinks, and skip the line at the local coffee shop. Get the amazing flavor of an espresso by brewing it at home, and you probably pull better espresso shots than the barista made ones..
Save time and money, Learn how to brew espresso at home, and save time and money. Once you have the skills, you can start making espresso drinks, an they will be better than the ones at the coffee shop. We have tutorials for Lungo, Ristretto, or Americano, which are variants of the neat espresso. But we also have recipes for steamed milk espresso drinks, such as latte, cappuccino, flat white, cortado, or mocha.

WHAT IS ESPRESSO
In a very few words, espresso is a coffee beverage, and a brewing method.
Many people think of it as a strong and concentrated coffee. While espresso is that, it is so much more than just that. The brewing method involves using a powerful pump, which changes everything about it. No, espresso is not a type of coffee bean, and is not a roast. For a comprehensive explanation, check our article: What Is Espresso?.

ESPRESSO MACHINE BUYING GUIDE
There is a lot of thought that goes into buying an espresso machine. Home espresso brewing can be as simple as buying a capsule based espresso machine, or at the other extreme, the lever operated manual espresso maker. It all depends on what you want. I personally prefer a semiautomatic, which is the perfect way to pull an espresso shot and steam milk for my morning coffee drink. To each their own.
There is nothing worse than buying an espresso machine and realizing that the budget was too low, and we need to purchase another machine.
Yes, as a beginner, you should aim to minimize your costs, and start with an inexpensive espresso maker.
At the same time, spending money on features that we don’t need is just a waste of money. Learn in this article how to choose an espresso machine for your needs.

MORE RESOURCES
An introduction on the espresso machine design, and how various features can help you make better espresso at home. You can also look at this guide on “How Espresso Machines Work“. It will help you know your machine better.
We put together a list with some of our favorite espresso machines, but it’s just a starting point for you.
We also have some great recommendations for demitasses, and some for cappuccino cups, and even for latte cups.
Decoding Espresso Roasts: Finding the Perfect Match
Making espresso is half science half art. You use science to guide your extraction, and use intuition to improvise, and create unique experiences, beyond the rigor of science.…
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Lavazza Dek Decaffeinato: A Complex and Affordable Decaffeinated Coffee Blend
Lavazza Dek Decaffeinato is one of the best decaffeinated coffee blends for those who look for a flavorful decaf option for their espresso shot. As a big roaster,…
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What Is Single Origin Coffee and Why Is It Better?
You may have heard the term “single origin” being used by your favorite barista while they’re whipping up your creamy cappuccino, and you might not have paid much…
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The Best WDT Tool on the Market
If you are looking to improve your espresso shot and get consistent results every time, you need a WDT tool. It’s not even a debate, there is concrete…
The Best Coffee Canisters for Coffee Storage
Storing coffee properly is one of the best things you can do to improve the taste of your espresso, or coffee. There is nothing worse than a flat…
How To Store Coffee Beans for Great Espresso Shots
Storing coffee is probably one of the least understood topics. Yet coffee storing is equally important, especially when we buy the stuff in 2 pounds bags. If roasting,…
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Espresso-Based Beverages – Affogato
Affogato is an Italian dessert prepared by pouring a shot of freshly brewed hot espresso over a scoop of vanilla gelato (ice cream). The result is a delicious,…
What Is Cold Brew Espresso? Is It Really Espresso?
Cold brew espresso is a method of brewing coffee that uses cold water to steep coffee grounds for an extended period of time. Coffee prepared this way is…
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Weiss Distribution Technique – Is It Improving Your Espresso Shots?
The Weiss Distribution Technique is one of the ways we can improve an espresso shot, beyond the run-of-the-mill shot. The technique uses one or more needles to stir…
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The Best Home Cappuccino Maker – How to Choose a Cappuccino Machine
Learn how to choose your home cappuccino maker. We review the best home cappuccino machines, De’Longhi, Mr. Coffee, Nespresso and Breville from all price ranges. I enjoy from…
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Espresso Beans and Equipment Reviews
If you want to start making espresso at home, or just complete your espresso bar with some equipment, this page is a great start. This is a compilation…
Best Home Espresso Grinder – Rancilio Rocky Vs Baratza Vario Vs Eureka Mignon
Best Home Coffee Grinders Compared Choosing a home espresso grinder for your daily brewing needs is not that complicated. If your budget is flexible, and you are trying to…
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How Espresso Machines Work
Espresso machines are a popular choice among coffee lovers due to their ability to produce rich, flavorful coffee in less than a minute. But how exactly do these…
Espresso Knock Box – The Best and the Cheapest
The espresso knock box is one of those devices that you never miss if you haven’t used it before, but once you get used to it you can’t…
Delonghi EC155 Espresso Machine Review – The Cheapest Great Espresso Machine
Whenever home brewed espresso is mentioned, the De’Longhi espresso machines are normally what spring to mind. De’Longhi is one of the most popular domestic espresso manufacturers on the…
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Delonghi EC9335 La Specialista – Espresso Machine Review
DeLonghi La Specialista is relatively recent on the the market. The resemblance with the Breville Barista Express, stirred up some heated discussions. Some felt that the uncanny resemblance…
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Semi Automatic Espresso Machines
One of the most sold types of espresso machines is the semiautomatic espresso machine. This is the perfect choice for espresso enthusiast who aims to learn and experiment…
What Is the Best Espresso Extraction Temperature?
Espresso extraction is a precise process, where multiple brewing variables are finely adjusted in order to obtain a great cup of coffee. Brewing temperature is one of the…
Rancilio Silvia vs Gaggia Classic Pro – A Classic Review Comparison
If you are looking for a mid-range semi-automatic espresso machine, for your morning coffee fix, there are a lot of options. However, the Gaggia Classic and Rancilio Silvia…
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What Is Espresso Crema?
Espresso crema is the thick, golden-brown foam that sits on top of a freshly brewed espresso. It is made up of coffee oils, coffee solids, and bubbles of…
Rancilio Silvia Pro X Dual Boiler Review
Rancilio Silvia Pro X is the dream of any home barista that aims for perfection. It is rather a prosumer espresso machine, and the price tag on the…
Note, that we might mention other brewing methods such as drip coffee, moka pot, cold brew, or AeroPress, but as a comparison term only, and our focus remains espresso, the best of all coffee preparation methods.