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Espresso Puck Screens: Do You Actually Need One?

Puck screens are everywhere in espresso setups — but do they change anything in th...

• Sep 10, 2026

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Crew Review: Rocket R58 Tune Espresso Machine

Rocket's classic R58 gets a top-to-bottom rework — new colorways, a relocated PID ...

• Sep 8, 2026

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SCG's Best Videos: August 2026 Coffee & Gear Roundup

Every video we filmed in August, all in one place — grinder mistakes to avoid, a h...

• Sep 1, 2026

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Crew Review: Rocket Espresso Spluga Grinder

Rocket's new Spluga grinder promises prosumer performance in a home-friendly footp...

• Aug 31, 2026

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Espresso Tonic Bomb: The Fizzy Coffee to Wake You Up

The espresso tonic bomb is a salted-lime coffee drink that turns a simple shot int...

• Aug 28, 2026

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Best Milk for Coffee: Dairy vs. Plant-Based Options (Plus, our Steaming Tips)

Not all milk steams the same. We break down dairy and plant-based options — whole,...

• Aug 26, 2026

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How to Store Coffee Beans (So They Actually Stay Fresh)

Stale beans are almost never your machine's fault — it's the storage. Here's how t...

• Aug 24, 2026

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Crew Review: 5 Easy Ways to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

Great cold brew doesn't need fancy gear. We rank five easy at-home methods — flavo...

• Aug 19, 2026

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Espresso vs Ground Coffee: What's Actually Different (and Why It Matters)

There's no such thing as an espresso bean. Here's what actually separates espresso...

• Aug 17, 2026

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Jittery Cola Float: A True Caffeine Upgraded Treat

The Jittery Cola Float takes your childhood soda fountain order and hands it a dou...

• Aug 14, 2026

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Crew Review: Terra Kaffe Demi Espresso Machine

A compact superautomatic built for black coffee and espresso lovers.

• Aug 12, 2026

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Conical vs Flat Burr Grinders: How To Choose

Conical or flat burrs? We break down how each burr type actually affects flavor, n...

• Aug 10, 2026