One of the common issues espresso enthusiasts encounter is a wet, soupy puck after pulling a shot. Ideally, a properly extracted espresso shot should leave a dry, firm puck, but when it comes out wet and sludgy, it can affect the flavor and quality of your brew. In this article, we'll explore what causes wet pucks on Breville espresso machines and how you can fix it for better-tasting espresso.

If you own a Breville coffee machine, you've probably noticed that the quality of steamed milk can make or break your lattes, cappuccinos, or other espresso-based drinks. In this guide, we’ll walk you through why steam power is important, how Breville coffee machines generate steam, and the best methods to increase steam pressure for optimal milk frothing.

If you're an espresso enthusiast, you know that the right pressure is crucial for pulling the perfect shot. Low pressure in your Breville/Sage espresso machine can lead to weak, under-extracted coffee that lacks the rich flavour and crema you love

You’ve probably seen videos of people making home espresso using a multitude of tools and have thought to yourself “is all this really necessary? Do they need to use all of those intricate tools?”. Well in this article I will be explaining why you should be using one of those tools, the dosing funnel.

A puck screen, also known as a shower screen or dispersion screen, is a small, perforated metal disc located in the group head of an espresso machine. It serves several important purposes in the coffee-making process. Here are some of the benefits of using a puck screen.

Using a pair of scales when brewing coffee is a key part of the coffee brewing process, no matter what method you use. Whether you have an espresso machine, V60 dripper, Moka pot or even a French Press, using a coffee weighing scale is a great way to improve the consistency and accuracy of your brew.

There are a wide range of coffee grinders out there available to buy however, when buying a grinder for making espresso there are a few essential requirements you will need to bear in mind. You can’t just go out and buy any coffee grinder as most popular grinders tend to not be suitable for espresso.