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Although no match for the staunch reputation of Brazilian coffee, Colombian coffee is up there with the world’s best quality-wise. It consists of exclusively Arabica coffee beans. It currently holds the third position in terms of coffee consumption figures on a global scale. It is said that Jesuit priests first introduced the coffee bean to…

Yemen has a coffee traditions spanning over five hundred years back in history. It is correctly called Yemen Mocha, which often causes confusion for even the most well-versed coffee lover. The name originates from the ancient port of Mocha, which used to receive ship-loads of coffee some five hundred years ago. As such, the name…

The Javanese can thank the Dutch colonizers of the island during the 17th century for their coffee cultivating practices. It is now so widely exported globally that the term ‘Java’ is actually slang for ‘coffee’ in the U.S.A. A cup of Java then, is known for its sweet, strong flavour and is usually served black.…

There are almost as many coffee machine and espresso machine brands, types and shapes as there are coffee bean blends, flavours and varieties. The coffee machine – the crucial element in producing a good cup of espresso – is as complex an issue as the growing and harvesting of the beans and the pulling of…

Ascaso Dream Versatile Espresso Machine A sweet reminder of yesteryear, with enough modernity to really compete with the best of them, the Dream Versatile espresso and cappuccino machine is the leader of the Ascaso line. It combines classic retro with the best modern technology in a traditional style coffee machine This series is named “Versatile”…

Gaggia Espresso Color Espresso Machines The colour for the Gaggia Espresso Colour Espresso Machine range had to be red. It had to make an impact. And it does, in terms of durability, class and function. Once again, Gaggia have ensured that this stylish addition to your kitchen is in line with the best that modern…

Jura-Capresso Impressa F60 Fully Automatic Coffee Center If you are looking for ease over looks, this is your coffee machine. It may not be as sexy as other coffee machines listed but it certainly makes up for it in terms of its water and bean capacity, its self-cleaning features and its push button system. It…

As you are most likely aware, if you are into manual coffee machines your grinder has to be just as good if not better than the espresso machine itself. Otherwise there’s little point. So here are some that we recommend. la Pavoni ZIP Commercial Espresso Grinder This red number will be a great addition to…

Like anything else, deciding to become a home barista comes with its commitments and responsibilities… And there is one basic rule: keep it clean. There is a lot to be said for those who regularly, almost ritualistically, clean and dote upon their espresso machines. They are definitely on to something. Without regular, simple cleaning, you…

Some interesting coffee history and facts. It is said that 850c is the date of the first discovery of coffee berries in history. This is according to the legend of a goat herder called Kaldi of Ethiopia who noticed his goats becoming energetic after eating the mysterious red berries of a shrub. Apparently Kaldi tried…