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  „Will you honestly be able to deal with the monster the first thing in the morning? Or are you the type of person who needs a cup or two of coffee just to get your mental gears in motion?     Here’s what I evaluate upon encountering a new machine for the first time: Exterior finish (I prefer unpainted stainless steel.); placement and size of controls (Bigger and beefier is better than chic.); size and weight of filter holder (Bigger and heavier is better.); size of water reservoir; capacity and ease of removal of drip tray (Can it be removed without sloshing?); and the presence of a heavy duty grounded electrical cord set.     I would not personally own a machine unless it had this list of features: A cast brass boiler instead of aluminum; a brass steam valve that was carefully machined to operate smoothly; a preponderance of brass and copper tubing instead of aluminum or plastic; at least 1,000 watts of heating power; and an exterior finish that reflects the same quality as the rest of the componentry.“

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Fresh Cup Magazine

  „   “A single-origin shot is a shot of espresso consisting of one coffee from one growing region in the world,” I say. “In a standard espresso blend, there are usually a variety of coffees from a variety of growing regions around the world. However, some of these coffees are so complex on their own that they work well as a stand-alone espresso without all of the other origins. This morning I chose to feature Kenya because it has been the baristi’s favorite lately.”“

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Espresso Pods and Espresso coffee machines

  „Click on the link below to buy our full range of coffee, pods and coffee accessories. This area is fully secure, with credit or debit card our preferred method of payment.    “

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CoffeeKid - Espresso Nirvana: Can it be Reached?

  „Within this espresso section of the CoffeeKid site there is a mini faq, some thoughts and ruminations on my own opinions on what a God shot is all about, and much more. I hope you read, learn and enjoy, but I also hope you develop your own opinions, and who knows, maybe even come up with a new coffee-based beverage that may even make espresso, the modern day one, seem passe. And the road to nirvana will get just a bit longer.“

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Fairtrade | Suppliers | Caterers | FAQ

  „Yes, many of them provide standard pour-over machines. Others also offer other coffee making equipment, including machines for grinding, making cappuccino and espresso, serving flasks and vending machines.“

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Tea & Coffee 04/01 - St. Helena: The Forgotten Coffee

  „Helena coffee performs as an espresso. Most gourmet coffees do not lend themselves well to espresso and, as a consequence, most espresso coffee is a blend. St. Helena coffee, to the contrary, has received positive feedback from Italian roasters and cuppers extolling its performance as an espresso.“

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