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DeLonghi Dedica Descaling: The Easy Way!
The DeLonghi Dedica is, for good reason, the perfect entry-level espresso machine for many. With the right upgrades and a small grinder by its side, the Dedica can make many a bigger espresso m...
Delonghi Dedica EC685 - Review, Experiences and Tips
The DeLonghi Dedica EC685 is considered one of the most popular entry-level espresso machines for home use. No wonder: for as little as 150 euros, you get a sleek portafilter with a short heat-...
Cleaning your DeLonghi Dedica – Simple step-by-step guide
For many of us, the Dedica is the first and best entry-level espresso machine. But if your espresso suddenly tastes like shoe leather rather than a perfectly extracted espresso, it’s high time to t...
DeLonghi Dedica in Test 2026: What it can really do
Even for coffee lovers on a tight budget, the Delonghi Dedica machines offer a gateway to the world of high-quality coffee. With innovative features such as adjustable brewing temperature and volum...
An affordable, perfect espresso. Tips and tricks for the De'Longhi Dedica series
Dive into the world of the perfect espresso with the De'Longhi Dedica 685 & 885 series! Discover tips for beginners: Choose the right grinder, swap the portafilter, and pay attention to water and c...
Double-walled filter basket: How the fake filter creates crema and when it is worth replacing
Double-walled filter baskets aren't necessarily bad – they are a crutch for situations where the coffee is too old or ground too coarsely. Switching to a single-walled basket reveals the real problem.
Smeg Espresso Machine ECF 01 – 2021 Entry-Level Model Review
The Smeg espresso machine ECF 01 is positioned in the upper affordable entry-level segment of espresso machines at around 300 euros and 330 francs. But can the machine convince compared to other ma...
Test: De'Longhi KG521 - A good espresso grinder to get started?
If you're looking for the best espresso grinder to start your journey into the world of espresso, there's no way around the Delonghi KG521. The Kaffeemacher is already available in Switzerland for ...
La Basilea Uno – Ideas from Basel, built in Italy
The La Basilea Uno – a dual-circuit machine with a 3-liter boiler and the ideas of Viktor Schuler from Basel. We tested the machine in 2019 and were impressed: temperature consistency like a flatli...
Aeropress with Salz & Pfeffer & Felix Hohlmann
Wupp, wupp! Salz & Pfeffer dedicates four powerful pages to the Aeropress and the Swiss champion Felix Hohlmann, shining a light on this fantastically flexible brewing method. Felix explains a ...
De'Longhi takes over La Marzocco – That was foreseeable!
The year ends with a bang in the coffee industry. De'Longhi lays its cards on the table and forms a new "Coffee Hub" that brings La Marzocco, De'Longhi, and Eversys under one roof. This new corpora...
Buying an espresso machine with a grinder? Why we advise against it
We have tested many espresso machines with an integrated grinder. The result: in every machine, either the grinder or the temperature suffers. Who should still go for one.
Portafilter temperature measurement using Scace and similar tools.
Precise control of the brewing temperature is a decisive factor for the quality of the espresso. To measure this temperature reliably, the Scace 2 was developed as a temperature-measuring portafilt...
A great one steps down – Michel Aeschbacher
A great barista is leaving the championship stage! For over four years, he hasn't missed a Swiss Barista final. With wit, passion, and meticulousness, he always delivered on point! Michel is certai...
From Pod Machine to Portafilter: The Beginner's Guide
We show you what changes when you switch from a pod machine to a portafilter espresso machine — grinder, accessories, your first recipe, and the most common mistakes.
Thermoblock portafilter in test: 20 machines measured
Thermoblock portafilters heat up in minutes and use a fraction of the electricity of a boiler machine. We measured 20 machines using the same protocol and found differences of 7.6 degrees between d...
Nano. Our line for rare coffees. Rare, distinct, limited.
Nano. These are coffees that keep reminding us why we roast coffee in the first place. We want to share these coffees with you and invite you on a sensory journey. We're constantly cupping coffees ...
Making espresso: Instructions, recipe & grind size | Kaffeemacher
Prepare espresso in six steps: the standard recipe with brew ratio, the path to the right grind size, and a table to help you find every mistake. With video.
Satrap Espresso XA – A review of the coop espresso machine
The Satrap Espresso XA is an espresso machine sold in coop supermarkets and at coop Bau und Hobby. It was named the test winner in the Kassensturz espresso machine test. We took a closer look at th...
Graef CM800 reviewed - The espresso grinder for beginners?
Espresso grinder CM800 for beginners in the test. It has the reputation of being THE entry-level grinder. How well is it really suitable for getting started? We have put the Graef CM800 through its...
Channeling - Avoiding channeling through the espresso puck
In coffee forums, channeling is often portrayed as the "monster in the closet" that ruins every espresso. We advocate for staying calm! In this article, you will learn how to identify channeling in...
Kaffeemacher Alumni: Simon Inniger and his mini roastery in Frutigen
Since 2013, we have had the privilege of accompanying people on their coffee journey. Many come to us because they have found their hobby and want to learn even more. Others come to us because they...
Jura Ono Tested: Issues, Strengths and Price 2026
The Jura fully automatic machine without grinder in the test: weak espresso due to channeling, very good café crème, record-low power consumption. What the Ono can do.
The E61 brew group: history, technology and why it still dominates after 60 years
How does the E61 brew group work? We explain the thermosyphon principle, mechanical pre-infusion, and compare all three brew group types. Plus: maintenance tips so you can enjoy your machine for de...