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S Sam

The Reluctant Barista: Tackling the Rocket R58 Dual Boiler

I had an 'Aha! Moment' this morning and it changed my whole relationship with espr...
  • Jan 23, 2013
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K Kat

Crew Review: Rocket Espresso Cellini Classic

Certain things are a classic for a reason: Like Prince, tea cozies and bow ties, t...
  • Dec 31, 2012
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K Kat

Compare: Rocket Espresso R58 vs. Quick Mill QM67

Dual boilers are where it's at when it comes to controlling the temp of your shot ...
  • Dec 28, 2012
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K Kat

Crew Comparison: Rocket R58 vs. La Marzocco GS/3

In the market for a big baddie? Is having control over your brew temperature and/o...
  • Dec 24, 2012
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K Kat

Compare: Rancilio Silvia vs. Breville Infuser

When discussing small home espresso machines that can produce a great shot despite...
  • Dec 14, 2012
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K Kat

Crew Review: Quick Mill QM67 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

Interested in the kind of precision offered by a double boiler but don't want to s...
  • Nov 20, 2012
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K Kat

Crew Review: Durgol Descaling Solution

If espresso machines had a kryptonite, it would be scale build-up. This silent kil...
  • Nov 13, 2012
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K Kat

Compare: Saeco Poemia & Saeco Aroma

If your kitchen counter space is at a premium, an espresso machine with a small fo...
  • Nov 12, 2012
Compare: Convenience of Superautos vs. Capsule vs. Pod Espresso Machines - Seattle Coffee Gear
K Kat

Compare: Convenience of Superautos vs. Capsule vs. Pod Espresso Machines

If convenience is king in your household, your espresso machine selection will lik...
  • Oct 30, 2012
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K Kat

Selecting a Tamper for your Portafilter

It's not just about how sexy it looks on your countertop, baby. Well, okay, that's...
  • Oct 5, 2012
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K Kat

Compare: Rocket R58 vs. Rocket Hx Espresso Machines

For years now, we have had a deep and abiding love for Rocket Espresso's heat exch...
  • Oct 2, 2012
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K Kat

Crew Review: Saeco Poemia with Non-Pressurized Portafilter Upgrade

There's a lot we love in the world; we're just Pollyanna like that. But if we had ...
  • Sep 26, 2012
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