espresso Articles

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Top 3 Coffee Bar Accessories of 2026

Our favorite coffee bar accessories this year, for espresso lovers and everyday co...

• Oct 8, 2026

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Espresso Grind Size: The Complete Guide & Grind Chart

Sour one day, bitter the next? Grind size is probably the culprit. Here's how fine...

• Oct 5, 2026

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Espresso Puck Screens: Do You Actually Need One?

Puck screens are everywhere in espresso setups — but do they change anything in th...

• Sep 10, 2026

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Espresso vs Ground Coffee: What's Actually Different (and Why It Matters)

There's no such thing as an espresso bean. Here's what actually separates espresso...

• Aug 17, 2026

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Conical vs Flat Burr Grinders: How To Choose

Conical or flat burrs? We break down how each burr type actually affects flavor, n...

• Aug 10, 2026

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Coffee Grinding Mistakes You Might Be Making (And Why Your Grinder Matters More Than You Think)

Think your espresso machine matters more than your grinder? Think again. We break ...

• Aug 7, 2026

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SCG's Best Videos: July 2026 Coffee & Gear Roundup

Flow profiling goes mainstream, a new Eureka grinder, and a deep clean.

• Jul 30, 2026

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Decaf Espresso: What It Is and How It's Made

Decaf espresso isn't a sad consolation prize. Here's what it actually is, how the ...

• Jun 16, 2026

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Realistic Latte Art Pouring as a Beginner

SCG's latte art instructor Sean takes a complete beginner through microfoam basics...

• Jun 3, 2026

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How to Make the Ultimate Latte at Home (Plus the Best Latte Machines to Get You There)

A latte looks simple, but there's real craft behind the café version you love. Thi...

• Jun 2, 2026

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Are Espresso Beans the Same as Coffee Beans?

Espresso beans and coffee beans are the same thing — the label is really about roa...

• May 19, 2026

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Best Coffee Brewing Method for Pre-Ground Coffee

  Pre-ground coffee may not offer quite the same brewing experience and flavor p...

• Apr 6, 2026