Best Commercial Espresso Machines in 2025

7 Best Commercial Espresso Machines in 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)

Ever walked into a café and wondered what kind of espresso machine is working its magic behind the counter? I remember when I first started exploring commercial machines; the number of options was overwhelming. I mean dual boilers, group heads, pressure profiling—it felt like learning a new language. But after plenty of research (and a…

How to make espresso margarita

How To Make An Espresso Margarita (Easy & Quick Recipe)

Ever tried mixing coffee with tequila? Sounds wild, right? But trust me, it works. A few years ago, I stumbled upon this recipe while experimenting with coffee-based cocktails, and it instantly became one of my favorites. I love a good espresso martini, but sometimes I crave something with a little more zing. Something that brings…

Holiday Coffee Drink Recipes

9 Holiday Coffee Drink Recipes (Festive, Easy & Delicious)

Looking for the perfect holiday coffee drink? Last Christmas, I found myself on a mission. I wanted to take my love for coffee and mix it with the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season. I was tired of the same old drinks and figured, why not get creative? I started experimenting with different flavors,…

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Nespresso vs Espresso Machine: Which One is Right for You?

Ever taken a sip of coffee and immediately thought, “Wait… this isn’t what I’m used to?” After years of using my Breville Barista Express, pulling shots, dialing in grind settings, and steaming milk just right, I thought I had my coffee routine perfected. But then, one day, I visited a friend who had a Nespresso…

How Many Bars of Pressure for Espresso

How Many Bars of Pressure for Espresso? (The Ultimate Guide)

How many bars of pressure do you really need for espresso? If you’ve ever shopped for an espresso machine, you’ve probably seen numbers like 9 bars, 15 bars, or even 20 bars plastered all over the specs. But do those numbers actually matter, or are they just marketing fluff? When I first got into espresso,…

Best Manual Espresso Machines

5 Best Manual Espresso Machines in 2025: Tested & Tried

Is a Manual Espresso Machine Worth the Effort? Let’s Find Out! I never really thought about using a manual espresso machine. They always looked a bit intimidating with levers, pressure gauges, and all that work just to get a single shot. I mean, why go through all that when my Barista Express already pulls a…

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Lungo vs Espresso: What’s the Difference & Which One?

Ever pulled an espresso shot that just kept going? That’s exactly how I stumbled upon lungo coffee by accident. One day, I was messing around with my Breville Barista Express, adjusting the shot time just to see what would happen. I let the espresso run longer than usual, took a sip, and… well, let’s just…

how to make espresso powder

How to Make Espresso Powder at Home (Step-by-Step Guide)

Ever thought of using espresso powder for more than just coffee? Well, a few months ago, I was watching a culinary YouTube video when something caught me completely off guard. The chef casually started rubbing espresso powder onto a steak, and I just sat there, confused. Espresso… on meat? I had always thought of espresso…

How to Drink Espresso

How to Drink Espresso Like a Pro (The Right Way to Enjoy Every Sip)

Ever wondered if you’re drinking espresso the right way? For so many years until I started this blog, Coffee Voilà, I drank espresso in one go. No sipping, no savoring, just a straight caffeine hit to kickstart my day. For me, it wasn’t about the flavors but about getting that quick jolt of energy. But…