Coffee Machines, Coffee Gadgets and Coffee Gizmo Reviews

Nespresso Vertuo Next by Magimix: Review

On: 30th September 2020

The Vertuo Next is a new machine from Nespresso which hit the market this summer. The stylish-looking unit has been designed by French kitchenware brand Magimix and as is the latest pod machine in Nespresso’s Vertuo range. But is the Vertuo Next any good? What kind of coffee does itRead More →

Best Drip Coffee Makers

By: Patrick Browne

On: 29th September 2020

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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Drip filter coffee machines are nothing new, they but are enjoying a bit of a renaissance. But do coffee drippers make good coffee? What should you look for in a drip filter coffee machine? And what are the best drip coffee makers on the market? We’ve taken a deep diveRead More →

Best Coffee Makers for Camping and Travelling

By: Patrick Browne

On: 26th August 2020

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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There is simply nothing better than waking up on holiday and lingering over that morning cuppa without a care in the world, perhaps taking in a nice view or a few pages of a good book. Problem is, whether you’re heading off on a camping ‘staycation’ or planning a city-breakRead More →

The best Cafetières (AKA ‘French Press’) you can buy

By: Harry Lawrence

On: 31st March 2020

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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The humble French press – known to the pretentious as a cafetière and salt of the earth types as a coffee plunger – is a kitchen cupboard staple and a great no-fuss method for making tasty coffee. A good French press will give you a lifetime’s service for a veryRead More →

Melitta Avanza F270-100 : In-Depth Review

By: Harry Lawrence

On: 24th March 2020

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The Avanza Series 600 F270-100 is a relatively new release from German coffee outfit Melitta. It is priced somewhere in the cheaper end of the pack when it comes to basic bean-to-cup machines, but has plenty to make it stand out from what is now a crowded market. If youRead More →

Black Friday Coffee Deals 2019

By: Harry Lawrence

On: 28th November 2019

In: Coffee Beans, Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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Black Friday is upon us! It’s a time for snapping up some bargains, and for us coffee-lovers there are a ton of super deals out there this year. We’ve siphoned through to pick out a selection of the best. Check them out below. 67% Off Nescafé Dolce Gusto Jovia ThisRead More →

De’Longhi Eletta – In Depth Review

By: Patrick Browne

On: 20th November 2019

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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The Eletta is another strong seller from Italian bean-to-cup stalwarts De’Longhi. We have specifically looked at the Eletta Cappuccino here (model no. ECAM 44.660.W) – although there are also two other models available; the Eletta Cappuccino Top and the Eletta Plus. As far as home coffee makers go, it’s notRead More →

Best Coffee Machines for Small Cafés and Restaurants

By: Patrick Browne

On: 27th September 2019

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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Are you opening a Café? Need a new commercial coffee machine? People really appreciate quality coffee. In the UK people quaff 95 million cups a day – and many of them pay handsomely to do so. Given the increasing sophistication of the average coffee punter’s tastes, places that serve theRead More →

Best Manual Piston Lever Espresso Machines

By: Patrick Browne

On: 24th September 2019

In: Coffee Machines & Gadgets

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Fads will come and go, but piston espresso machines that use a lever to force heated water over the grounds will remain a timeless classic. For many purists they are the espresso machine to own as they give the most control over the brewing process. They also provide a niceRead More →

Best Vacuum Coffee Makers

By: Patrick Browne

On: 23rd August 2019

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Nothing quite says “I’m a massive coffee geek” like owning a vacuum coffee maker (also known as a siphon, or syphon coffee pot). Although the method has been around for approaching two centuries and enjoyed considerable popularity in that time, siphon machines are not really en-vogue right now. It’s hardRead More →