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How to Upgrade Your Home Espresso Machine Without Buying a New One

Most people assume a mediocre shot means it's time for a new coffee machine. The boiler and pump in a decent home machine are almost always more capable than the accessories you're using with them, and the real bottleneck sits in the basket, the portafilter, and how you're prepping the puck before...

How to Upgrade Your Home Espresso Machine Without Buying a New One

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Most people assume a mediocre shot means it's time for a new coffee machine.

The boiler and pump in a decent home machine are almost always more capable than the accessories you're using with them, and the real bottleneck sits in the basket, the portafilter, and how you're prepping...

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Most people assume a mediocre shot means it's time for a new coffee machine. The boiler and pump in a decent home machine are almost always more capable than the accessories you're using with them, and the real bottleneck sits in the basket, the portafilter, and how you're prepping the puck before...

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