Posted in: "2024 - September"

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  Celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Irish Coffee: an easy step-by-step preparation guide

  Posted in: Recipes

  St. Patrick's Day is the perfect time to celebrate with a classic Irish drink: Irish Coffee.  Here's how to make Irish Coffee in a few easy steps, bringing a little Irish spirit to your cup. 

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  09/13/2024
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  Arabica vs. Robusta: the main differences between the two most popular coffee varieties

  Posted in: Comparisons

  When it comes to choosing the perfect coffee, there are two names that immediately come to mind: Arabica and Robusta. Each variety has its own distinctive characteristics that actually affect flavor and aroma. But what changes from one type to another?  

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  09/13/2024
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  Flat or conical burrs? That is the question

  Posted in: Espresso gear, Comparisons

  The coffee grinder is among the most important equipment for any barista and home barista. When it comes to choosing a coffee grinder we have many options to consider, but the main feature we need to evaluate is the real core: the burrs.

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  09/13/2024
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  All about a good tamping

  Posted in: Espresso gear, How to

  To make good coffee, it is important to have the right equipment, quality coffee and not only.  It is also necessary to observe some simple steps that no barista leaves to chance. One of these is tamping the ground coffee inside the portafilter. But what to use and how to proceed for a smooth result?

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  09/13/2024
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  PROFITEC DRIVE: the home machine with professional performance

  Posted in: Espresso gear

  Drive is the most recent entry in the Profitec household and the evolution of the already highly appreciated Pro 700.  Compared to the previous model, there are several new features that are added to get a machine with even superior performance.

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  09/13/2024
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  Bottomless portafilter? Here are the aspects to be considered

  Posted in: Espresso gear

  The search for the perfect espresso is a long road, and there are several tools that can help achieve the perfect result. Among them is the bottomless portafilter, a beloved accessory for true enthusiasts. 

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  09/13/2024
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  How to properly store coffee

  Posted in: Espresso gear, How to

  If you, too, are a true coffee enthusiast, meticulously selecting the varieties you like best and eagerly anticipating the brewing process to indulge in its rich aromas. Well! Then you're likely aware of the challenges coffee faces in staying fresh and flavorful. 

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  09/13/2024
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  Understanding Espresso Machines: Single Boiler, Dual Boiler, and Heat Exchanger Models

  Posted in: Espresso gear, Comparisons

  Choosing the right espresso machine can elevate your coffee experience to new heights. At Espresso Coffee Shop we offer a variety of machines suited to different needs and preferences. This article will guide you through the differences between single boiler, dual boiler, and heat exchanger machines, helping you make an informed decision.

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  09/13/2024
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  The art of pour over coffee with HARIO V60

  Posted in: Pour Over, Recipes

  Americano coffee, coffee infusion, French press, pour over-- lots of brewing methods exist besides espresso. Among them is the world of filter coffee with all its tools but also confusion when distinguishing the various types. 

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  09/13/2024
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  EK OMNIA: born to be an icon.

  Posted in: Espresso gear

  HOST Milan is always a moment of big reveals and premieres. During the latest edition also Mahlkönig took the opportunity to present EK Omnia, the new frontier of coffee grinders that joins the iconic EK range along with the EK43 and EK43 S. 

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  09/12/2024