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The best single-dosing grinder between 500 and 1000 euros – the big comparison test
We compared 10 single-dosing grinders in the 500 to 1000 euro range. Here you’ll find out what each one does well – and where they fall short.
La Marzocco GS3 AV in practical test 2025 – The home barista dream with gastronomy genes
The La Marzocco GS3 AV is considered by many to be one of the best home espresso machines – and affectionately called “the GS3” in expert circles. As testers, we were also excited: Michel had a GS3...
Coffee processing methods and their influence on taste
Why does coffee taste the way it does? Growing conditions and varieties are part of the answer. The other is the role of fermentation in flavor development. How do washed coffees differ in taste fr...
Coffee country Nicaragua - taste, history and economic importance
How much coffee does Nicaragua export? Which are the preferred varieties and what does a typical cup of Nicaraguan coffee taste like? What role does coffee play in society and the economy, and wha...
Mahlkönig E64 WS Review 2026: Grind by Weight with Pro Software for Home
Mahlkönig puts pro grinder tech into a home package: Grind by Weight, electronic grind adjustment in microns, portafilter recognition. But: 4.1 g retention, software still unfinished. Who is it for?
Lupin coffee from Helen. Our local coffee alternative
Coffee alternatives have existed for centuries. Today, lupin coffee is becoming increasingly common. Those looking for a caffeine-free, coffee-like drink will likely find what they need in lupins. ...
SCA points and the impact on coffee cooperatives
A few weeks ago, an article was posted about the inflationary use of SCA scoring. The article was interesting to me because little had been reported until now about the impact of this scoring syste...
Which espresso machine is the right one?
This blog post will help you find the right portafilter machine. We help you understand differences and classify terms. Single-circuit, thermoblock, dual-circuit or dual boiler? We clarify.
Which hand mill is right for you? Find the best hand mill for you.
Sage Dual Boiler review, tips and experiences
The Dual Boiler espresso machine is an interesting espresso machine. "the Dual Boiler" from Sage is different from all other Sage models we have tested so far. While the Sage Barista Pro, the Baris...
Discover the fascination of Chai Latte! From the history to the preparation – find out everything about this trendy spiced tea drink
What is a Flat White? – A short introduction
Discover the world of Flat White: A creamy coffee drink with rich espresso and velvety milk foam. Find out the history, preparation tips and the perfect ingredients for at home. Immerse yourself in...
Zuriga E2 Generation 2 review – perhaps the best of its kind?!
The Zuriga E2 has been further developed. Today, if you buy a Zuriga E2, you are buying Generation 2. This applies to both models, the Zuriga E2-S version with steam and the variant without a steam...
Zerno Z1 Review: High-End Single Dosing Grinder
$1,600 to $2,000 for a grinder? The Zerno Z1 is a statement. We imported this high-end device from the USA to test it thoroughly. With innovative 'Blind Burrs', solid build, and precise particle di...
Coffee schools and tips for coffee training
How can you learn more about coffee? Which coffee courses and coffee schools can we, as coffee professionals, recommend? Many turn their coffee hobby into a profession. What opportunities are there...
Coffee Roastery - Our CO₂ Footprint
Last Update: Oct. 3, 2024At the core of our investigation is the measurement and determination of our CO₂ footprint. For the first time, we measured the emissions of our roastery in 2022. Now, the ...
La Marzocco Linea Micra - top dual boiler in the test
The La Marzocco Linea Micra is the third single-group dual-boiler espresso machine from La Marzocco. With the Linea Micra, La Marzocco targets the home espresso bar, while the GS 3 and Linea Mini c...
Decent Espresso Machine – Functional Wonder from 2500 € Test 2019
If I were to spend €2500 on an espresso machine again, it would be on a Decent Espresso machine. What you get here is a coffee playground that is second to none. The Decent Espresso machine could b...
Café crème is the most popular coffee beverage in Switzerland. It's all the more surprising how little discussion there is about this central beverage. Every barista whips out recipes for espresso ...
Slow Feeding when Grinding Coffee in Espresso Grinders
Slow feeding – the slowed-down supply of coffee beans to the grinder – can significantly influence the particle size distribution of the ground coffee and thus the extraction of espresso. In this s...
The best barista oat milk - the big comparison
In this oat drink test, we compared different oat milk brands to find the best plant-based milk alternative for baristas. The focus was on foaming behavior, taste and ingredients. We examined vegan...
Best Italian Espresso: The Big Test
For many coffee drinkers, "the real Italian espresso" is the ultimate benchmark. But how does this coffee taste? How is it prepared? And what beans are used for it? We tasted your 20 favorites. Thr...
Understanding Coffee Transparency: From Farmgate, via FOB, to the Roastery
Transparency is a common term in the coffee world. Roasteries promote it, labels promise it, and consumers demand it, often without knowing exactly what it means. Frequently, it is reduced to a sin...
Option-O Lagom 01 Review 2026: 102 mm Benchmark Grinder
The most expensive grinder we have ever tested. It costs €3,000, has 102-millimetre burrs, and in terms of power and speed it makes a statement. We borrowed it from Urs Rotzinger, the German Brewer...