Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How to Make Authentic Espresso at Home
Learn the exact steps to pull a proper espresso shot: 7–8g coffee, 25–30ml in 20–30 seconds, with a focus on crema and technique.
How Coffee Lovers Became Obsessed with Espresso Machines
Discover how Italian espresso machines changed coffee culture, from Bezzera’s 1901 patent to the science behind rich crema.
Espresso: The Hope-Filled Coffee Choice
Explore how a Chinese coffee chain blends Italian traditions with local flair, offering over 200 locations and premium espresso blends.
How Espresso Machines Work: A Complete Guide
Discover how espresso machines extract coffee under 9–10 bar pressure in 25–30 seconds, the science behind crema, and how to choose the right machine.
Nespresso’s Spring-Summer Coffee Deals & Flavor Recipes
Get 300 yuan in Nespresso points when buying a machine, plus sweet seasonal coffee recipes like vanilla affogato and banana boat.
Nespresso vs Ethical: Battle for Swiss Coffee Capsules
A legal battle over coffee capsule sales in Switzerland sees Nespresso fight off French rival Ethical Coffee in court. The case returns to Vaud civil court after an appeal.
Nespresso Machines See Strong Online Sales at UK’s John Lewis
John Lewis reported a 36.1% rise in online sales, led by high demand for Nespresso coffee machines and 50-inch Panasonic TVs.
Rome’s Coffee Culture: Why Italians Drink Better Espresso
Why does Italian espresso taste better than most? At €3.5, it’s cheaper—and far more authentic—than what you get back home. Here’s what makes it special.
The Seppl Coffee Machine: Minimalist Espresso Maker
Meet the Seppl, a minimalist espresso machine by designer Arvid Häusser. Its sleek ceramic design and stripped-back form aim to enhance your coffee experience.
Why Starbucks Closed All US Stores for Espresso Training
In 2008, Starbucks shut down 7,100 US stores for a single afternoon to retrain 135,000 baristas on making espresso. Here’s what happened.
New Nespresso Dhjana Limited Edition Coffee
Discover the first Nespresso AAA Sustainable Quality Program-based limited edition coffee, Dhjana, blending Brazilian, Costa Rican, Colombian and Indian beans.
World’s First Car with Built-In Espresso Machine
Fiat unveiled the 500L, the world’s first car with a built-in Lavazza coffee machine, offering quick espresso and juice at 165 km/h.
2012 Nespresso Naora Capsules Inspired by Late Harvest Wine Tech
Nespresso’s 2012 limited edition Naora coffee uses late harvest techniques from winemaking for more intense flavor. Learn how it works.
Can a Lab-Style Espresso Machine Impress Even Expert Brewers?
This prototype espresso machine uses Venturi effect and thermal controls for precision brewing, though its capsule system may not appeal to pros.
Pocket Espresso: Ferrero's Mini Coffee Treat
Ferrero’s 1968 Pocket Coffee combines 2mm-thick dark chocolate with a shot of Italian-style espresso—just sip through the included straw.
How Breville’s Naked Espresso Tracks Your Shot Data
Breville’s Naked Espresso program logs flow rate, temperature and pressure for every shot, displayed on-screen and printable as a cup sleeve.