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![2023 Gift Guide - Budding Barista](images/giftguide2023_buddingbarista_web_fullframe_2c6524e2-e75e-4d44-af62-f89c04f4c9280e09.jpg?v=1699905391&width=900)
Pat Cotter
2023 Gift Guide - Budding Barista
Is there someone on your gift list who’s got an interest in taking their espresso ...- Nov 6, 2023
![Introducing the Diletta Mio and Bello+ Evergreen Editions](images/evergreen-duo-5x4_13_a9c8a63b-c61d-4b0e-956d-7298fb467370b296.jpg?v=1699905762&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Introducing the Diletta Mio and Bello+ Evergreen Editions
The holidays are right around the corner, and we have a really special treat this ...- Nov 2, 2023
![October Video Recap](images/iced-coffeef314.jpg?v=1699905820&width=900)
Pat Cotter
October Video Recap
It's the end of another month and we have had a busy October!- Oct 31, 2023
Coffee
Crafting Your Coffee Experience: A Comprehensive Collection of Expert Advice for the Perfect Cup
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Pat Cotter
2023 Gift Guide - Budding Barista
Is there someone on your gift list who’s got an interest in taking their espresso ...- Nov 6, 2023
![October Video Recap](images/iced-coffeef314.jpg?v=1699905820&width=900)
Pat Cotter
October Video Recap
It's the end of another month and we have had a busy October!- Oct 31, 2023
![2023 Gift Guide - Espresso Expert](images/bello_lifestyle_fullframe_eadcd143-8836-4745-ac3e-80a328e233d50e09.jpg?v=1699905391&width=900)
Pat Cotter
2023 Gift Guide - Espresso Expert
Do you have someone on your holiday shopping list with an affinity for espresso? I...- Oct 29, 2023
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Pat Cotter
Recipe: Boozy Butterbeer
Enjoy this sweet treat just in time for spooky season!- Oct 28, 2023
Culture
Savor Every Sip: Delightful Coffee-Inspired Recipes to Elevate Your Brewing Journey
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![Recipe: Boozy Butterbeer](images/boozy-butterbeer_5b6a32ab-a79f-4e73-9aaf-a424713c6b3f848b.jpg?v=1699905844&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Recipe: Boozy Butterbeer
Enjoy this sweet treat just in time for spooky season!- Oct 28, 2023
![Dirty Banana Recipe](images/dirty-banana_ea5b5988-8366-467e-a595-12fe23a736fff55c.jpg?v=1699905681&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Dirty Banana Recipe
Check out this sweet and tasty banana cold brew coffee treat!- Oct 12, 2023
![Sunday Sips: Jittery Shirley](images/jittery-shirley_a5ffcd69-92b9-425b-9515-17f2a2e6fbde7144.jpg?v=1699905936&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Sunday Sips: Jittery Shirley
Try our caffeinated take on the Shirley Temple!- Sep 10, 2023
![3 Ways to Make Cold Brew and Cold Foam](images/iced-coffee_88406682-7eac-4cfd-bfeb-bee5717903f5ef84.jpg?v=1699905392&width=900)
Pat Cotter
3 Ways to Make Cold Brew and Cold Foam
Cold brew is one of the simplest ways to make coffee. Normally, we use hot water t...- Aug 16, 2023
Education
Unlocking the World of Coffee: Expert Education, and Essential Tips & Tricks to Master Your Brew
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![Mistakes: Dialing In Your Espresso Machine (Top 3 Mistakes and Tips)](images/selecting-a-grinder_0b8aa32d-a4f0-412d-8353-6efd92b55e2ae184.jpg?v=1699905789&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Mistakes: Dialing In Your Espresso Machine (Top 3 Mistakes and Tips)
Have you ever struggled with dialing in espresso? Maybe you’ve practiced and pract...- Jun 28, 2023
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Pat Cotter
Why is My Espresso Shot So Bitter?
We've all asked this question before - why does my espresso taste so bitter? In fa...- Mar 2, 2023
![How to Buy Your First Espresso Machine](images/thumbnail_e9be3804-f360-426a-b4a5-c96aaf0ad7d6b1db.jpg?v=1699905746&width=900)
Pat Cotter
How to Buy Your First Espresso Machine
Are you in the market for your first espresso machine? Are you ready to bring that...- Feb 24, 2023
News
Caffeinate Your Knowledge: Stay Updated with the Latest Coffee News, Trends, and Insights
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![Introducing the Diletta Mio and Bello+ Evergreen Editions](images/evergreen-duo-5x4_13_a9c8a63b-c61d-4b0e-956d-7298fb467370b296.jpg?v=1699905762&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Introducing the Diletta Mio and Bello+ Evergreen Editions
The holidays are right around the corner, and we have a really special treat this ...- Nov 2, 2023
![The Best Slow Brewers of 2023](images/top3_slowmethodbrewers_fullframe3305.jpg?v=1699905967&width=900)
Pat Cotter
The Best Slow Brewers of 2023
It’s time for another 2023 Best Of list, and today we’re talking slow brewing! Whe...- Oct 10, 2023
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Pat Cotter
August YouTube Recap
Another month is in the books, so it's time for another YouTube recap!- Aug 31, 2023
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Pat Cotter
Introducing the Lelit William and Lelit Victoria
Lelit has consistently been one of the most exciting brands in the home espresso s...- Aug 22, 2023
Reviews
Unveiling the Perfect Brew: Comprehensive Reviews of Coffee and Espresso Brewing Equipment for Every Enthusiast
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Pat Cotter
Best Coffee Accessories of 2023
It’s time for our final Best of 2023 list - accessories! The right extras can real...- Oct 19, 2023
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Pat Cotter
Best Coffee Grinders of 2023
We’re down to our last couple of top 3 articles, and today we’re talking about the...- Oct 12, 2023
![The Best Slow Brewers of 2023](images/top3_slowmethodbrewers_fullframe3305.jpg?v=1699905967&width=900)
Pat Cotter
The Best Slow Brewers of 2023
It’s time for another 2023 Best Of list, and today we’re talking slow brewing! Whe...- Oct 10, 2023
![Diletta Bello+ Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine Crew Review](images/bello_lifestyle_fullframe_e9c83e47-c038-4291-a887-c91eca26b4d40c5d.jpg?v=1699905680&width=900)
Pat Cotter
Diletta Bello+ Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine Crew Review
The Diletta Bello+ is the newest espresso innovation from Diletta, arriving just i...- Sep 7, 2023
The Seattle Coffee Gear Podcast
Sip and Listen: Brew Up Some Beans and Tune into Coffee-Infused Conversations
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