Cuisinart CBC-200SA Stainless Steel Manual Espresso Maker: The Science of Home Espresso

Published on Jan. 26, 2024, 11:23 a.m.

There is a moment in the creation of espresso that feels like pure alchemy. It’s the instant a dark, viscous liquid begins to s…

CASABREWS CM1699 20 Bar Espresso Machine: Barista-Quality Coffee at Home

Published on July 16, 2023, 10:48 a.m.

There is a unique alchemy in a truly great shot of espresso. It’s a fleeting, multisensory experience: the rich, tiger-striped …

The 85°C Anomaly: Unpacking the Science of Rapid, Single-Serve Coffee

Published on Nov. 25, 2023, 4:33 p.m.

In the grand chronicle of coffee, there has always been a fundamental tension, a tug-of-war between two human desires: the crav…

Why Is My Espresso Puck Wet? An Engineer's Guide to the Ihomekee CM5200 and Home Espresso Machines

Published on July 17, 2023, 8:47 a.m.

If you’ve ever found yourself lost in the labyrinth of online reviews for an espresso machine, you know the feeling. One person…

The Liquid Symphony: How a Century of Science in Your Kitchen Delivers the Perfect Espresso Shot

Published on June 27, 2025, 4:45 p.m.

Let’s begin with the final act: a small, porcelain cup cradling a dark, intense liquid. Resting atop it is a mesmerizing foam, …

KRUPS XP344C51 Calvi: Unlocking Espresso Science in a Compact Machine

Published on Jan. 24, 2024, 8:39 p.m.

There's a certain magic to a well-pulled shot of espresso. That intense aroma, the rich flavor, the syrupy body, and the crowni…