Tips and Tricks

Update to a Connected Home Espresso Machine

Learn all about brew ratios and how to use them to dial in any coffee...

Learn to pour a heart, tulip, and basic tips & tricks

Learn to dial in, target a brew ratio, and more...

Learn to dial in, target a brew ratio, and more...

Engage with your espresso machine via mobile app

A quick primer on what to look for, and how to steam it

From eye-catching cafes to high-altitude roasters, a new generation of innovators and entrepreneurs are aiming to make Colorado a national leader in coffee.

Win a Linea Mini! We’re giving a home espresso upgrade to one lucky U.S. home barista.

Use this quick tip video to try out some different ways of distributing coffee grounds in your portafilter basket.

Take the guesswork out of your espresso routine with the basics of a well thought-out setup.

Our observations from teaching latte art over the years. Focus on these tips & tricks to improve your milk pouring at home.

Our handy palate-pleasing calendar hacks will help you keep a handle on the ever-changing seasonality of the coffees in your hopper.

Focus on these three variables to build a solid espresso foundation.

Take full advantage of auto-volumetrics on your home espresso machine

Quantum Espresso + Colombia Nelson Chaves

How to make great espresso often, rather than great espresso rarely

Ever Meister shares tips & tricks from behind the bar

Field Trip + Hologram

Quick Tips to keep your machine clean and espresso tasting great

A quick primer on that little beverage we all love

An FAQ where the answer is always "Yes."

New products, 🔥 gorgeous new machine customizations, and $400 off the GS3 MP. Shop our latest gift guide now to jumpstart your summer.

Another quick video tip to help you improve your latte art 

Improve your latte art with this quick tip video.

We explore the differences and break down some of the most common questions we get.

A simple brew ratio experiment you can do at home on your espresso machine

A quick video guide to help you steam better milk on your espresso machine

A quick video guide to help you adjust your grind

We explore the differences between the two versions of the GS3

A quick guide for making sense of what's in your cup

Learn to make amazing espresso on your home espresso machine using this quick guide

Keep your espresso machine clean and running smoothly with this quick guide

A Father's Day Gift Guide for the World's Best Home Barista Dad

Answering common questions about making espresso at home

The 2015 US Barista Champion gives his take on the results of our survey

Making espresso at home can be a rewarding, lifelong passion. Here are seven reasons you should try it for yourself.

Written by Max Loos

A look at the wonderful world of espresso culture

What to expect while you wait for your espresso machine.