Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the hardworking and nurturing women in our lives. Whether your mom is a coffee lover or simply enjoys the occasional cup, an espresso machine can be the perfect gift to show your appreciation. Our espresso machine products, such as the Bellezza Bellona, Lelit Bianca, and Elektra Verve, offer […]
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Looking to reward your coffee-loving graduate for their hard work? We have affordable products that could potentially be top college graduation gifts. 1. Chemex Classic Series Coffeemaker The Chemex Classic Series is a simple pour coffee maker that is available in 3, 6, 8, and 10 cups. They are one of the options […]
Are you new to making espresso, or do you want to brush up on your barista skills? Then learn the basics on these top 10 espresso drinks to make for yourself, your guests, or your customers! 1. Single Shot of Espresso A single shot of espresso is 1 ounce. You will need approximately 8 […]
Steaming with Non-Dairy Milk? Do you love milk-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos, but want to be on a more plant-based lifestyle? Well, no worries since there are plenty of non-dairy milk options that you can steam with! As you may know, whole milk is typically the best to create a thick and consistent microfoam […]
Making Pour-Over Coffee while Traveling? If you are reading this, then you might be planning on taking a vacation in the near future and want to make coffee on the go. Better than spending a lot of $$ on a cup at the coffee shop, right? After all, a day without great espresso is a […]
How to Maintain your VBM E61 Grouphead Some dual boiler espresso machines and heat exchange espresso machines feature an E61 grouphead, which defines a modern size and fitting of a portafilter (typically 58mm) to hold your ground coffee. One of the espresso machine brands, Faema, created the original E61 grouphead, but some espresso machine manufacturers […]
Fall in Love 🍂 with These Two Espresso Recipes September 2020 has arrived, so Fall is just around the corner. The weather will start getting chilly, so it is the perfect time to warm up with some of our favorite Fall espresso recipes! Whether you have a traditional espresso machine paired with an espresso grinder […]
Happy Earth Day everyone! In honor of this day to appreciate the beauty of nature and your LOVE for coffee, get ready to learn how to use your coffee grounds in your home garden! What’s So Special About Coffee Grounds in Your Garden? Some of you might be wondering why coffee grounds are beneficial to […]
Making coffee doesn’t have to be difficult. In the end, all you actually need is water, coffee, and a filter of some sort. There are tons of brewing methods out there and each of them has their own set of benefits and disadvantages. Some people are completely content with traditional automatic drip coffee, while others […]
Nothing feels more festive in the wintertime than a Peppermint Mocha! Here’s a super simple recipe to warm your bones. Ingredients: 1-2 shot(s) of espresso 1 cup of milk 1 1/2 tbs semi-sweet chocolate chips 1-2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract Toppings: Whipped Cream Chocolate syrup Peppermint sprinkles! Instructions: Add […]