Espresso machines and useful knowledge

Finding the right espresso machine

Espresso machine – The big buying guide for coffee lovers Are you considering buying an espresso machine but unsure which model is right for you? We advise coffee...

Buy an espresso machine: The best choice for real coffee enjoyment at home

ECM Synchronika II - Heated up in 6 minutes

ECM Synchronika II – The fastest E61 dual boiler With the ECM Synchronika II, ECM sets new standards: an elegant, sophisticated ECM dual-boiler machine that combines performance, flexibility,...

Espresso error analysis

Profitec Move - successor to the popular Pro300

Perfect milk foam with the portafilter – pulling and rolling phases explained simply

Profitec PRO300 – Test

There's a successor to the Profitec PRO 300, the Profitec Move . You can find the relevant article here: Profitec Move - Review Your way to perfect espresso...

How do the different espresso machines differ?

Anyone entering the world of espresso will quickly come across three main types of machines: single-boiler, dual-boiler, and dual-boiler. Each model has its own strengths—and the choice largely...

Espresso In Perfection – Brewing Ratio

The first part of a series of articles on the search for the perfect espresso. Understanding what "brewing ratio" means and how I can use this parameter to...

Portafilter machine - Changing the brewing group seal

The brewing group seal is subjected to extreme stresses: pressure, heat, and mechanical wear, so at some point it's time to replace it. But no problem, the seal...

Espresso – Italian coffee culture

Few elements define the Italian identity more than the small, strong cup of coffee, consumed at regular intervals throughout the day. The espresso is freshly prepared to order...

Coffee grinders

The coffee grinder is the key to preparing aromatic coffee and espresso. Once ground, the coffee beans lose much of their aroma in a very short time. Learn...

Faema E61 brewing group

History of an innovation Groundbreaking developments that last virtually untouched for decades are rare. The development of espresso technology can be roughly divided into three eras. Luigi Bezzera...

Espresso machines - dual boiler

Espresso machines - single boiler

Coffee roasting levels - 8 roast levels from light to dark

The ideal water hardness for portafilter espresso machines

Espresso & Coffee Glossary

Barista 1x1 - Tips for your first espresso

CLEANING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE

STARTING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE

Coffee grinders

PRECISION SIEVES VS STANDARD SIEVES

SET ESPRESSO GRINDING LEVEL QUICKLY AND EASILY

ESPRESSO – ITALIAN COFFEE CULTURE

Hardly any other element shapes the Italian self-image more than the small, strong coffee that is drunk at regular intervals throughout the day. The espresso is prepared fresh...