Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
The Evolution of Commercial Espresso Machines
From 1901 to the 1960s, see how commercial espresso machines evolved through key innovations in pressure, temperature, and design.
Why Italians Call Espresso 'The Devil’s Drink'
Learn why Italians drink 20 espressos a day, how it’s made in 10 seconds, and why it’s called 'devilish' yet beloved.
How Italy’s Coffee Roasting Industry Boomed on Espresso Demand
Italian espresso bean exports surged by over 50,000 60kg bags in 1999, driven by global demand for cappuccinos and lattes. Here’s how the boom unfolded.
How Human Factors Affect Espresso Extraction
Learn how barista skill, machine control, and technique impact your espresso shot timing and flavor—key elements in perfect extraction.
How to Choose the Right Home Espresso Machine
Learn the key specs that affect espresso quality—boiler size, temperature stability, pressure, and brew temperature explained for home baristas.
How to Control Dose for Better Espresso Extraction
Learn how 0.5g differences in espresso dose dramatically affect extraction, flavor balance, and shot consistency with data-backed insights.
How Grinder Settings Shape Your Espresso Extraction
Grinder choice and settings—more than your espresso machine—affect flow rate, extraction balance, and flavor. Here’s how to get it right.
How to Pull a Balanced Espresso Shot
Learn the key variables behind pulling balanced espresso: grind, dose, tamping, freshness, and flow timing to craft sweet, rich shots.
Four Key Principles for Brewing Great Espresso
To pull a balanced espresso shot, use 14–16g of dark-roast beans, dial in grind size, control water temp & dose, and rely on skilled barista technique.
How to Make a Ristretto Espresso Shot
A ristretto is half the volume of espresso using the same dose. Learn how to pull one with the right grind, dose, time, and yield.
How Coffee Dose Affects Extraction and Flavor in Espresso
Learn how just 2.3g difference in espresso dose alters extraction, concentration, and flavor balance—key for dialing in light and dark roasts.
The Four Key Elements of Authentic Espresso
Learn the four essential 'M' factors — Macinazione, Misdeal, Macchina, and Mano — that define traditional Italian espresso quality.
How to Steam Perfect Milk Foam for Espresso Drinks
Master the essentials of steaming milk for silky microfoam—learn steam pressure, pitcher shape, milk temp, and foam texture control.
Espresso: The Italian Way to Drink Coffee
Discover the precise Italian method for brewing espresso: 9 bar pressure, 90.5°C, 25–30 seconds, 14–25g coffee for 25ml. Learn how Italians live by it.
How to Clean an Espresso Portafilter Basket with Ultrasound
Discover how ultrasound cleaning restores clogged espresso portafilter baskets and ensures consistent pressure and flavor extraction.
How to Brew AeroPress Like Espresso
Discover how to modify your AeroPress to mimic espresso extraction using a fine grind, pressure, and high heat for a richer, crema-topped cup.
Handpresso Autopresso: Making Espresso in Your Car
Learn how the Handpresso Autopresso car espresso maker works, its specs, and whether it’s worth using on the go.
Stainless Steel Hand Grinder for Espresso? Yes, It Exists
A stainless steel conical burr hand grinder can now produce espresso-fine grinds with good uniformity — a rare feat for manual mills.
How to Drink and Enjoy a Single Espresso
Learn how to properly enjoy a single espresso, including ideal serving style, drinking pace, and classic food pairings like lemon water and brownies.
What Is a Real Italian Espresso Macchiato?
Discover the true definition of a classic Italian Espresso Macchiato—just espresso with a touch of milk, nothing like Starbucks’ caramel version.