Home Espresso
Learn to make coffee shop quality espresso at home
We’ve split our guides into two categories below:
Technique
This focuses on the best way to brew your coffee and how to extract the perfect espresso
Equipment
Here we recommend espresso machines and barista tools to use so you can decide what you do and don’t need in your coffee setup
Technique
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Should You Spray Your Coffee Beans Before Grinding?
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Beginner’s Guide to Making Espresso at Home
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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The Difference Between Espresso and Regular Coffee
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Coffee Scales: Why using one will make your coffee better
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
Equipment
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What is a coffee dosing funnel?
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.
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Is a Puck Screen Worth It? Why You Need To Add One To Your Espresso Setup
A puck screen, also known as a shower screen or dispersion screen, is a small, perforated metal disc that you can place in your portafilter basket on top of the coffee grounds.
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Difference Between Pressurised and Non-Pressurised Filter Baskets
Each type of basket has a big impact on your espresso shot so I’m going to explain the differences between them and which one you should use when making coffee.
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Coffee Tamper
Coffee tamper might seem like a simple tool, but it plays a crucial role in the process of making espresso.
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Beginner’s Guide: Buying a Coffee Grinder for Espresso
There are a wide range of coffee grinders out there however, when buying a coffee grinder for espresso there are a few essential requirements you will need to consider. Many popular grinders tend to not be suitable for espresso
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Coffee Scales: Why using one will make your coffee better
Using a pair of scales when brewing coffee is a key part of the coffee brewing process, no matter what method you use. Whether you have an espresso machine, V60 dripper, Moka pot or even a French Press, using a coffee weighing scale is great way to improve the consistency and accuracy of your brew
Looking for something else?
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Coffee Basics
Learn about some of the important coffee basics that will help you understand what makes a GOOD coffee
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Pour Over Coffee
Read our guides on how to make a delicious V60/pour over coffee, with some helpful tips and tricks
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Product Reviews
We’ve given our honest opinion on some of the most popular coffee equipment available