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A pressurized portafilter is more forgiving if your tamping and grinding skills aren’t great. There are some drawbacks that you should know of before you buy.
The 11 Best Coffee Scales For Every Brewing Method
A coffee scale is an important tool if you want your different brewing techniques to be consistent. This article will tell you what to look for when buying one.
The 16 Best Nespresso Capsules For Latte Cappuccino And Americano
Learn the best Nespresso capsules for latte, cappuccino, and americanos and what to look for to buy the right capsules for milk-based drinks.
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Meet Jamie
Lead Author / Certified Coffee Addict
Jamie’s long, tumultuous love affair with coffee started before he could even pronounce the word.
When his mom refused to add a shot of espresso to his sippy cup – or even froth the milk – Jamie vowed that one day…
Okay, okay – none of that is actually true. Jamie just loves coffee. Good coffee. He knows a thing or two about how to brew it, and he’s working on certification that’ll make his “Coffee Geek” status official.
This site is Jamie’s attempt to share what he’s learned with other coffee lovers (and possibly recoup/justify some of the $ he spends on coffee gear).
I was taken by the power that savoring a simple cup of coffee can have to connect people and create community.
— Howard Schultz