Some of our commercial espresso machines can be reconfigured to run at 110 Volts, so they can be used in places without 220 Volt outlets – like some bars or large home kitchens. Is it worth it to have an espresso machine at home? If you settle on a more expensive manual machine that costs, … Read more
A good espresso machine for home use, will set you back between $400 and $700 , and they work very well at brewing great espresso without fuss. That said, there are the so-called espresso brewers that usually don’t cost more than $50. However, most experts and connoisseurs would agree that they don’t produce espresso. Is … Read more
The ember mug uses electricity from it’s dual lithium-ion batteries to heat up a heating element in the bottom of the mug which keeps your drink hot. Multiple sensors are used to turn the mug on when liquid is poured in and to keep it at a consistent temperature. How does an Ember Mug heat? … Read more
The barista uses a lever (i.e. pulls the shot) to force the spring to compress On release of the lever the spring then expands and forces water through the coffee at diminishing pressure. How do you use lever espresso? Just push the lever into an upward position in order to form a water port This … Read more
With a manual espresso maker, you generate that pressure by hand manual machines are also known as piston or lever machines because the barista pumps a lever to produce the necessary 9 bars. Along with pressure, the user is in charge of every other aspect of the shot when using a manual espresso machine. How … Read more
Choosing a top quality machine that has really effective boiling and heating elements is key to ensuring you get the desired result and it’s fair to say that on the whole, the higher the price tag the more likely it is that these elements will be of a better quality Do more expensive coffee makers … Read more
A poor grind can be exceptionally detrimental to the way your coffee tastes at the end of the process so it is worth a bit more cash to ensure your machine has a really good grinder if you are choosing a bean to cup machine Does a good coffee maker make a difference? Most home … Read more
commercial machines tend to be more expensive because they are made from very durable materials that can withstand a lot of usages Although espresso machines for home don’t need to be as durable, you certainly don’t want to opt for something that is cheap. How much does a commercial coffee machine cost? Commercial espresso machines … Read more
An expensive coffee maker is worth the price period. By expensive, we mean one that is SCA certified and costs between $200 to $300. If you want full flavor, amazing nuanced coffee notes, and the optimal brew temp, step up your coffee game. Does a nice coffee maker make a difference? Most home brewers are … Read more
super automatics make great espresso, but beneath all that automation there’s a fair amount of maintenance work that has to get done Making coffee is a dirty process. These machines do their best, but they aren’t able to eliminate that mess. They can only hide it for a while. Is an automatic espresso machine better … Read more