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Every Sugar Tuesday guide in one place, grouped by topic.
Getting Started With Espresso
The basics of home espresso machines: pressure, portafilters, baskets, how long a machine lasts and what to check before you buy.
- Espresso Machines for Beginners: Where to Start
- How to Pick an Espresso Machine as a Beginner
- How Long Do Espresso Machines Last at Home?
- How Many Bars of Pressure Do You Need for Espresso?
- What Is a Portafilter? Parts and Sizes Explained
- Espresso Machine vs Nespresso: Which Fits You?
- Pressurized vs Non-Pressurized Espresso Baskets
Espresso Machine Picks
Our shortlists of easy, semi-automatic and everyday home espresso machines, including picks for smaller budgets.
- Best Espresso Machines for Everyday Home Use
- Best Espresso Machines That Are Easiest to Use
- Best Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
- Best Small, Affordable Espresso Machines
Grinders and Grind Size
Espresso grinders, machines with a grinder built in, grind size and how to dial in a shot that tastes right.
- How to Dial In Espresso on a Home Machine
- What Grind Size Is Right for Espresso?
- Best Cheap Espresso Machines With a Grinder
- Best Coffee Grinders for Espresso Beginners
- Espresso Grinder vs Coffee Grinder: The Real Difference
Model Reviews and Matchups
Single-machine reviews and side-by-side comparisons of popular Breville, De'Longhi, Ninja, Chefman and AMZCHEF models.
- Breville Bambino vs Barista Express for Beginners
- De'Longhi Stilosa vs Dedica: Which Should You Get?
- AMZCHEF Espresso Machine With Grinder Review
- Chefman Crema Supreme Espresso Machine Review
- Ninja Luxe Café Review
Shots, Milk and Care
Pulling and fixing shots, tamping, frothing milk for lattes and keeping your machine clean and descaled.
- How Long Should You Pull an Espresso Shot?
- How Often Should You Descale an Espresso Machine?
- How to Froth Milk for a Latte or Cappuccino
- How to Make a Latte With an Espresso Machine
- How to Tamp Espresso: Pressure, Level and Tools
- Why Is My Espresso Bitter? Common Causes and Fixes
- Why Is My Espresso Sour? Simple Fixes to Try
- Best Espresso Machines for Lattes at Home
- Best Espresso Machines With a Steam Wand