Between Espresso Shots & Diapers
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Fresh Roast SR800 vs SR540: Which Home Roaster Should You Buy?
I roast on an SR800 once a week, logging every batch in Artisan. Here's the honest comparison with its smaller sibling, and who should buy which.
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OutIn Nano Review: Real Espresso on a Hike? (7 Months of Testing)
I've pulled shots on long drives, on the commute, on hikes, at the beach, and at the park while the kids play. Here's my honest review after 7 months.
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Breville Bambino vs Bambino Plus vs Barista Express: Which One Should You Actually Buy?
Three machines, one brand, very different owners. I use the Bambino Plus daily. Here's who each machine is actually for.
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Best Espresso Grinder Under $300: Smart Grinder Pro vs Baratza Encore ESP vs DF54
Your grinder matters more than your machine. I use the Breville Smart Grinder Pro daily. Here's how it stacks up against the two grinders everyone tells you to buy instead.
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Why Coffee in Japan Never Gives You the Jitters (And What It Taught Me About How We Drink It Wrong)
I had espressos, pour overs, and drip coffee across Tokyo, 5 to 7 cups a day, and never once felt jittery. Here's the real reason why.
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The Best Espresso Machines Under $1,000: What I'd Buy and Why
I own the Bambino Plus and pull a shot on it every morning. Here's how it stacks up against the machines I researched hardest before buying, and who each one is really for.
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How to Start Home Roasting with the SR800: A Real Beginner's Guide
Home roasting with the SR800 is the best upgrade I've made to my coffee routine. You get fresher coffee than any café can sell you, for less money per cup, with total control over flavor.
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Breville Bambino Plus Review: The Best First Espresso Machine (After 6 Years of Daily Use)
The Bambino Plus is the machine I recommend to every person who asks me where to start with home espresso. After six years of daily use, it's still the right answer for most people.
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