Tired of digging through a drawer of scattered Nespresso pods just to find your favorite flavor? I never used to think pod storage mattered much either. I’m more of a Barista Express guy. So my poor little Nespresso pods mostly just sat around collecting dust (and cobwebs if we’re being honest). That is, until last…
Are Nespresso pods really worth it? I’ve had my Nespresso CitiZ for years, and honestly, it’s been great for quick and delicious coffee. But after a while, I started realizing just how much I was spending on those little pods. One morning, I did the math (not my favorite activity before coffee), and let’s just…
Are You Missing Out on the Perfect Cup of Coffee? For a long time, I stuck with the usual coffee blends. I mean, those classic mixes of Arabica and Robusta that get the job done but never really wowed me. Honestly, I didn’t think much of it until one day, curiosity got the better of…
Do you think Robusta coffee is too bitter to enjoy? I used to think the same! For the longest time, I avoided Robusta coffee entirely, assuming it was harsh and lacked the smoothness I loved in my usual cup. One day, though, a friend handed me a shot of espresso without telling me it was…
Ever wonder if a Lelit espresso machine is actually worth the hype?Recently, I’ve been testing out a bunch of Lelit machines and let me tell you, a few of them seriously impressed me. I wasn’t expecting to find this much pro-level control and build quality at such reasonable price points. Whether it was the smart…
Are you on a tight budget but still craving delicious Nespresso coffee? I get it. And I’ll admit if you’ve been following my blog for a while, you probably know Nespresso machines aren’t exactly my thing. I’m usually that person grinding fresh beans by hand, pulling shots on a semi-automatic espresso machine, or getting overly…
Have you ever been out in nature, ready to enjoy a peaceful morning, only to be disappointed by a terrible cup of coffee? I learned this lesson the hard way. My first camping trip, I grabbed the first instant coffee package I could find at home, thinking, “It’s just coffee, how bad could it be?”…
Not sure what pod to choose? Though Nespresso isn’t exactly my thing. I’m more of a manual brewing guy. But sometimes you’ve gotta make a few sacrifices for the greater good. Well, I can’t say it was a huge sacrifice, since I was sipping espresso after espresso for this guide. But still, testing over 30…
Ever wonder why espresso just hits different in Italy? I’ve always been drawn to the Italian espresso culture. The slow mornings, the tiny cups, the smell of freshly ground beans floating out of cafés on cobblestone streets. Over the years, I’ve tried machines from Germany, the U.S., and even a few hyped-up newcomers. Some were…
Do you really need an espresso tamper mat? Here’s why… When I first started making espresso at home, I thought all I needed was a decent machine, a tamper, and some good beans. I didn’t even think about a tamper mat. In fact, it was the last thing I bought. I figured, why spend extra…