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Overwhelmed by coffee jargon? Here are the 5 key espresso terms you need to know

On Episode 19 of The Coffee Lab, I help you understand coffee equipment jargon.

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I tried budget outdoor brand Coleman’s first collapsible cooler — here’s what I thought

Coleman Snap ‘N Go is an aptly named cooler with a collapsible design, a removable inner lining, a non-outrageous price tag, and keeps ice solid for 30 hours.

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I tested De'Longhi's most expensive superautomatic espresso machine —and it's even got an app

The new De'Longhi PrimaDonna Aromatic can make iced and hot drinks in seconds, has a range of recipes in the app, and looks super sleek. It's just... pricey.

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$300 vs $2,000 espresso machine — I ran a blind taste test to see if you need to spend $$$ for barista coffee at home

I ran a blind taste test to answer the age-old question: Does a more expensive espresso machine make better coffee?

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I tested the Ninja Luxe Cafe Mini Plus — and it’s ideal for total beginners due to this one game-changing feature

The Ninja Luxe Cafe Mini Plus is one of the best espresso machines for complete beginners due to its helpful dialing-in assist feature.

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I tried the new Nespresso summer flavors — here's my favorite

On the 15th episode of The Coffee Lab, I'm trying all of the new Nespresso summer flavors. Which one will be my favorite?

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I tested the Ninja AutoBarista Pro — and it’s one of the most ambitious automatic coffee machines I’ve ever tested (but I’m not sure it’s in a good way)

The Ninja AutoBarista Pro is an ambitious automatic coffee machine with espresso, drip, and cold brew functions, but I’m not sure it meets all its marks.

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I tested the brand-new Kindle Colorsoft 2026 — and it’s still the King of e-readers

The Kindle Colorsoft 2026 is a fantastic e-reader, with a frontlit screen complete with night mode, an IPX8 rating, and 8 weeks of battery life.

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Do you need a WDT tool for barista-quality coffee at home? I put the controversial coffee tool to the test

On episode 12 of The Coffee Lab, I put the enigmatic Weiss Distribution Technique Tool (WDT tool) to the test. Is it an essential accessory?

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I tested the most-anticipated espresso machine of 2026 — and the Fellow Espresso Series 1 hits all its marks

Fellow Espresso Series 1 is perfect for beginners and coffee nerds alike, with enough shot profile options to fill a Yellow Pages and a pro-level steam wand.

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I walked 316,000 steps in the Merrell Moab 3, and they’re some of the comfiest hiking shoes I’ve ever worn

The Merrell Moab 3 are some of the best hiking shoes I’ve ever used, with grippy 5mm lugs, a supportive Vibram sole, and a super-cushioned interior.

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I just saw Smeg's brand new Moonlight colorway in real life — and my kitchen is about to get a serious upgrade

I saw Smeg's brand-new Moonlight colorway in real life, and it's the upgrade my kitchen has been begging for. It's modern yet retro, and gorgeous.

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I tried this ridiculously cheap bean-to-cup espresso machine so you don't have to —and it's a total head-scratcher

On Episode 11 of The Coffee Lab, I attempt to answer the age-old question: can you get a good bean-to-cup for under $350?

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I made two identical espressos with $5 coffee beans and $20 coffee beans — and yes, the coffee snobs are right

Episode 10 of The Coffee Lab sees me pitting cheap and expensive beans against each other: Do you really need to spend $20 on coffee beans?

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I'm an ex-barista but I'm not great at latte art — and this is my cheat code to perfect art every time

For the eighth episode of The Coffee Lab, I teach you how to get perfect latte art every time, very little skill required.

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I tested Lelit’s brand-new entry-level prosumer espresso machine — and it’s one of the best I’ve ever used

The Lelit Mara X3 is Lelit’s brand-new prosumer model with custom flow control and a commercial-level steam wand for barista espresso at home.

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I tested AeroPress’s brand new coffee grinder — and it fits inside my AeroPress like a Russian doll

The AeroPress Manual Coffee Grinder fits perfectly inside most AeroPresses and is supremely easy to use, ideal for AeroPress lovers.

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Your espresso machine is the least important part of your coffee setup — here's why it's all about the grinder

In the third episode of The Coffee Lab, I teach you why coffee grinders are so important and what will happen if you use a low-quality blade grinder.

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I tested the Kobo Clara Colour, and it’s the best Kindle Colorsoft alternative — for $90 less

The Kobo Clara Colour is the best Kindle alternative, with a paperlike display, night mode included, waterproofing, long battery life, and a full color screen.

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You don’t need a $1,000 espresso machine: This $299 'budget' model makes barista-quality coffee at home

For the first episode of The Coffee Lab, I review the Breville Bambino and share why it's the best cheap espresso machine on the market.

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No, you don't need to spend $1,000 on an espresso machine — I recommend these 4 Breville and De'Longhi models for delicious coffee at home

I'm an ex-barista, and I'm begging beginner baristas to stop thinking they need to spend $1,000 on an espresso machine. These sub-$500 models are ideal.

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Baratza's new $300 coffee grinder just matched a $1,500 Mazzer Philos in an espresso blind taste test — I didn't expect this at all

I'm an ex-barista with way too many coffee gadgets, so I challenged the revered Mazzer Philos and the new Baratza Encore ESP Pro to a blind taste test.

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I’m an ex-barista and I tested Cuisinart’s 'Breville-killer' — I don't think Breville has anything to worry about

Cuisinart Grind, Tamp and Brew is an interesting espresso machine. While priced like a premium lifestyle machine, it looks and performs like a budget option.

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'This is the key to unlocking barista-quality coffee': I'm a coffee expert and you should never use pressurized baskets

What's the difference between a single and dual-walled basket? It's all in the pressure. I'm an ex-barista, and here's why you should only use one type.

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I’m an ex-barista, and I tested Timemore’s $79 hand grinder — how does it stack up against my $300 Comandante?

Timemore Chestnut C2s is a coffee grinder with a price low enough to make anyone glance twice. Although not as uniform as others, it’s just $79.

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