Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
What Is Espresso? The Italian Coffee Tradition Explained
Discover what espresso really is—from its origins in Italy to how it’s brewed, blended, and transformed into milk-based drinks like cappuccino.
David Schomer: The Godfather of American Espresso
Discover how engineer-turned-barista David Schomer revolutionized espresso and latte art in the U.S., creating what many call America’s best espresso.
How to Clean a Commercial Espresso Machine Daily
Keep your cafe’s espresso tasting great with daily cleaning routines for grinders, group heads, and descaling. Here’s exactly what to do.
The 3 Key Factors of Espresso Extraction
Learn how dose, yield, and time control your espresso shot. These three variables determine flavor, strength, and balance in every shot.
How to Make Consistent Espresso with Scale and Volume Control
Learn how using a digital scale and a volume-measuring espresso machine can boost your espresso consistency in a busy café setting.
El Salvador Ataisi Coffee for Espresso Blending
Explore how Salvadoran Ataisi beans can shine in espresso blends—learn blending methods, crema science, and flavor profiles for home and café roasters.
Espresso Origins, Processing, and Flavor Explained
Learn how espresso is made, why it tastes bold, and how milk drinks like cappuccino and latte evolved from it.
COCO Espresso: A Tiny Gem in Hong Kong’s Soho
This compact Hong Kong café serves exceptionally smooth espresso drinks, including a piccolo and cappuccino with rich chocolate and nut notes.
What Can an Espresso Machine Do? Beginner’s Guide
Learn how espresso machines work, what drinks they make, and how home and commercial models differ. Covers pressure, steam, and crema.
Neutral Blends for Espresso: Classic Bean Combinations
Explore four classic neutral espresso blends using 50/50 Java–Mocha, 50% Colombia, or Mandheling–Mocha bases with exact origin percentages.
4 Classic Espresso Pairing Tips for Coffee Lovers
Discover four classic ways to enjoy espresso, from sipping it solo to pairing it with milk drinks and desserts.
Why Is It Called Espresso and Other Coffee Names Explained
Learn why espresso is named as it is, the science behind the name, and the origins of milk-based drinks like latte and macchiato.
Espresso Grinding: Rules and Best Practices
Learn the essential rules for grinding coffee for espresso, including freshness, grind size control, and how to dose correctly at home.
Espresso Sweet Spot Formula: The 30cc/30sec Rule
Learn how to find the perfect espresso shot using the 30cc/30sec baseline and Al Critzer’s extraction time formula for balanced flavor.
The 2011 Lavazza Coffee Cooling Cup That Changed Iced Espresso
In 2011, Lavazza and chef Ferran Adrià designed a patented cup that chills hot espresso through ice without dilution—here’s how it works.
The Handpresso Pump: Portable Espresso on Demand
Make true 12-bar espresso anywhere with just hot water and the Handpresso Pump—no electricity, no bulky machine, just manual pressure.
How to Make Classic Espresso-Based Coffee Drinks
Step-by-step guide to making 9 popular espresso-based drinks like latte, cappuccino, and mocha, with milk ratios and serving styles.
Everything You Need to Know About Espresso
Learn the exact parameters for pulling a perfect espresso shot — including dose, time, pressure, temperature, and crema quality.
Compact Espresso Machine with Full-Sized Performance
This 30cm-tall, 20cm-wide espresso machine delivers pro-level extraction control, dual-shot brewing, and milk texturing with high-pressure steam.
Kubola: Dual-Purpose Steam Espresso Maker for Home Baristas
Kubola combines steam-driven espresso and cappuccino brewing with minimalist design, letting home baristas foam milk and serve two cups at once.