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Looking for slightly used commercial equipment
If anyone out there has a good La Marzocco linea or Nuova Simonelli machines please contact me.
Read more…Home Espresso Machine & Roaster
In an effort to come up with my own blends and beverages that will someday hold the spotlight of my menu, I am interested in purchasing an espresso machine and a roaster to experiment with using green beans at home. I understand espresso machines an
Read more…Choosing the right water filter
I've got a Linea 2 group set up for very low volume use (residential) in Austin, TX. I've plumbed it in because i'm not up for the flowjet and 5g water drum gig. Our water is fairly low (4-6grains) in calcium, but in general tastes absolutely disgust
Read more…Equipment repair in the Southeast
While I am trying to determine which espresso brewer and grinder setup I want to use, I am also trying to locate service companies in my region, who are close enough to be relatively affordable. I have tried Google, and YellowPages, and have found no
Read more…La Marzocco 4 Group Linea Espresso Machine
I'll have a great 4 group newly refurbished and cleaned available for sale in December. I'd like to start any bidding at $4,000.00. Let me know if you're interested and I will be able to send you pictures of it when it becomes available. This machine
Read more…Oops
I was steaming some milk in my steam pump espresso machine (a small home model) a few days ago when an urgent situation came up that I had to tend to. I turned off the machine, but neglected to remove the wand from the pitcher of milk. When I returne
Read more…Looking for non-functioning and/or project roaster (preferably gas and 5+ kilo's)
Though I doubt many are out there, I am looking for a roaster refurb project over the winter. Do you have a non-working roaster or one that is going to need a lot of TLC that you want to get rid of? If so please email me at jay@mwespresso.com. Thanks
Read more…A good grinder for under $100 ?
I've been researching this for almost a week now. I need a burr grinder (currently using a blade grinding spice mill at home) and it makes me cry. I thought for sure I could find a decent burr grinder for under $100 these days; with Krups and Braun a
Read more…Faema E61 Legend or La Marzocco GB5
Which machine is the better one, and more importantly, for what reason(s)??
Read more…Best commercial espresso machine
Ok im sure this question has been asked before here. But what is the best 2 to 3 group espresso machine out there, keeping cost in mind. I going to open my own coffee shop here soon and i need some expert opinions on which are the overall best. THANK
Read more…Espresso Temps?
Hey all, I am using a 3-group Rancilio Classe 6 (lever). I am having a hard time pulling any decent shots as most of them are either bitter or sour depending on how slow or quick the shots are being pulled. As far as I can tell without using a scace
Read more…choosing my espresson machine
Hello every body i am new here but it feels like the right place to be for a beginner barista like my self, my first question is about my espresso mahcine choise , i am confused between "Bezzera elisse semi automatic 2 group" and "Nuavo u simonelli p
Read more…External Grinder Timer
Greetings Avid Grinders of Coffee! I currently manage a coffee shop in Madison, WI. We use a La Marzocco Linea and 2 Mazzer Super Jolly's to grind our espresso. Teaching new baristas about keeping the doser chamber empty and about the effects of set
Read more…Reprogramming Shot Volume, LM Linea
Hello All, I am unsatisfied with the pre-programmed shot volumes i get with the double-shot button on my Linea. I was wondering how I might reprogram this button. Any ideas? -Dan
Read more…Value of Old Machinery
I'm looking at a 1993 Probat L12 Roaster; this machine has its original baring, no afterburner and has been well used / loved over the years. Any ideas how do one might establish value on such a machine?
Read more…Coffeemaker and Grinder Dropshipper needed
I'm looking for a reliable dropshipper of Coffeemakers and grinders. Any suggestions?
Read more…Pressure Profiling Comparison
As far as I know, there are three espresso machines currently on the market (or soon to be) that offer adjustable brew pressure: Synesso Hydra, Slayer, and La Marzocco Strada (in 2010). There's a lot of info and a lot of hype surrounding all three an
Read more…Adonis 3 group espresso machine
Dear Baristi, I would like to buy the Adonis (Victoria Arduino) by Nuova Simonelli and if you are using one can you please give me some feedback? Grazie Giovanni
Read more…What's the best thermometer for steaming milk?
I'm really surprised this hasn't come up more often here. I anticipate that several of you will say it's unnecessary to use a thermometer, and instead, we should develop the touch and the ear to know when the milk hits it's sweet spot. But, in our sh
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