“Too long home espresso machines have made you choose between convenience and control. We think you should have both.” Fellow A few weeks ago, renowned coffee brand Fellow dropped their first exploration into the world of espresso coffee. And they were certainly ambitious. The Espresso Series 1 is advertised not simply as another option for
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The xBloom studio is part of the rising wave of coffee machines claiming to have automated the pour over coffee process. However, this is far more than an elegant drip machine like the Moccamaster. No, there is finesse, endless possible variation, cutting edge technology, and control over every brewing parameter so that you (purportedly) have
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If you’re searching for the perfect gift for a coffee lover, coffee gear is a fantastic idea. They will love it, there are very affordable options, and most of them can be easily ordered online. However, if you are not a coffee drinker yourself, or not on their level then where do you start? Well
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One of the most pivotal pieces of your coffee kit is a reliable coffee grinder. But like Alice in Wonderland, as soon as you start down the rabbit hole of coffee grinders, you never know where you will end up. The fact that you are reading this indicates that you have evolved past the blade
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One of the most satisfying yet frustrating aspects of home brewing is seeking to master the art of coffee grinding. I have often thought that one of the quintessential joys of coffee is that moment when you walk into your favourite cafe and are hit by the aroma of freshly roasted and freshly ground beans.
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While somewhat dated now, the Porlex Mini II is a classic when it comes to affordable hand grinders for the road. This is one of those grinders that can quite literally fit inside your Aeropress and as such is ideal for the hiker/hitchhiker/traveller/explorer. For many years the Porlex Mini II was our go to hand
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In many parts of the world, including New Zealand where we are based, espresso is THE iconic coffee brewing method. An espresso shot is the foundation for the majority of espresso drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos and brewed well is simply unbeatable! However, it is surprisingly hard to master and far less forgiving than
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Sometimes people pay astounding amounts for items of questionable value. In fact, just recently Princess Leia’s bikini from Star Wars was auctioned for a staggering $175,000. And some coffees sell for equally astronomical prices. In this article, we will look at the most expensive coffees in the world before giving a brief explanation for what
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The Baratza Encore has become a familiar name in specialty coffee circles. It is a name that has long-established connotations of grind consistency for manual brewing and affordability melded with quality. The Baratza Encore has been long acclaimed as the go-to conical burr grinder for soft brews (non-espresso). This acclaim can be traced back to
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Well, it really is a great time to be a coffee lover. The last decade or so has seen a noted boom in specialty coffee interest and equipment. There has never been a better time to be in the market for a manual coffee grinder. There are options galore with some downright bargains around. There
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