Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
Why Italians Drink Espresso Standing Up
Discover why Italians traditionally drink espresso standing at the bar, the cultural rules around coffee timing, and how to order like a local.
Espresso vs Steep Extraction: How Coffee Brewing Methods Differ
Learn how coffee brewing breaks down into just two main types: pressure-driven espresso and natural steep extraction methods like pour-over and French press.
Cameroon Coffee Beans: Dark Roast for Espresso
Cameroon grows high-quality arabica coffee with South American characteristics, best suited for dark roast espresso. Top beans come from Bamileke and Bamoun regions.
How to Drink Espresso: The Right Way
Learn how to properly taste espresso, from clearing your palate to pairing with desserts, for the full coffee experience.
How to Judge a Good Espresso Shot
Learn the key signs of a well-brewed espresso: 7g coffee, 9Bar pressure, 25-second extraction, and a 30ml shot with rich crema.
Do Espresso Beans Have More Caffeine?
Espresso shots actually have less caffeine per volume than regular drip coffee due to shorter brew time and smaller yield.
Espresso vs Single Origin Coffee: What’s the Difference?
Learn how espresso and single origin coffee differ by roast style, brewing method, and whether they can overlap using the same beans.
12 Key Factors That Affect Your Espresso Shot
Discover the 12 technical elements—blend, roast, grind, dose, and more—that determine your espresso’s flavor, body, and extraction quality.
How to Operate an Espresso Machine: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the essential steps for operating an espresso machine, from warming cups to timing the 25–35ml shot over 20–30 seconds.
How to Steam Milk for Latte Art with an Espresso Machine
Learn the essential steps for steaming milk with an espresso machine to create microfoam perfect for latte art, including temperature control and steam wand technique.
How to Judge a Good Espresso Shot
Learn the key signs of a well-brewed espresso: crema, balance, extraction time, and taste. Here’s how pros evaluate a shot.
How to Steam Milk for Latte Art with an Espresso Machine
Learn the step-by-step method for steaming milk to the perfect temperature and texture for latte art, including milk depth, steam tip position, and swirl control.
Espresso Extraction: How to Get Rich Crema
Learn how to pull espresso with rich crema by using the right beans, grind, and pressure. Discover the science behind espresso’s signature layer.
How Milk Foam Works in Espresso Drinks
Learn how steam creates stable milk foam for latte art, including the role of proteins, fats, and sugar in texture and taste.
How to Use a Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine Step by Step
Learn how to pull a proper espresso shot and steam milk with a semi-auto machine using the right tools, dose, and technique.
How to Use an Espresso Machine: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to operate professional semi-automatic and automatic espresso machines with clear steps for heating, grinding, tamping, and brewing.
What Makes a Great Espresso? 3 Key Factors
Learn the 3 essential traits of a well-made espresso: rich crema, lasting aroma, and strong crema retention on the cup.
How to Tamp and Dose Coffee for Consistent Espresso
Learn the key variables—grind size, dose, tamp pressure—that affect espresso extraction and how to adjust them manually for better shots.
How to Extract the Perfect Espresso Shot
Learn the key factors behind ideal espresso extraction, including time, volume, color cues, and proper puck prep for balanced shots.
How to Make a Perfect Espresso: Machine, Grind & Technique
Learn the exact settings, grind size, and barista techniques for brewing a balanced 25–30ml espresso shot with ideal crema and flavor.