CorporateThe Subscale Pulls Its Weight as a Dosing Cup with Built-In Scale
For as long as single-dose grinding has existed in coffee preparation, the tools and process have largely remained the same: place a dosing cup on a scale; zero out the...
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AmsterdamPuqpress Preps for the Tamp with New WDT Tool, the Navigator
Automatic tamping machine-maker Puqpress has launched a new pre-tamping tool designed to improve espresso extraction called the Puq Prep Navigator. Powered by a rechargeable lithium battery, the Prep Navigator’s motor...
AustraliaThe NCD Pulse from Nucleus Adds Vibration to Espresso Distribution
Australian professional coffee equipment maker Nucleus Coffee Tools has launched a new espresso distribution tool called the NCD Pulse. Making its debut at last week’s World of Coffee Asia trade...
AcaiaThe Acaia Astra Helps Older Scales Keep Their Star Power
One of the smallest new products to make big waves at the recent SCA Expo in Chicago was the Acaia Astra, a remote flow meter and timing device that integrates...
Bluestone LaneAtomo ‘Beanless Espresso’ Drinks Are Coming to Bluestone Lane
Popular New York-based specialty coffee chain Bluestone Lane is placing a bet on the emerging coffee-free coffee movement, partnering with Seattle-based startup Atomo for “beanless espresso” drinks. Atomo’s proprietary blend...
Balloon Coffee RoastersFrom Germany, Nunc Promises Next Level IoT for Home Espresso
German high-tech appliance startup Next Level Coffee GmbH has arguably taken IoT in coffee making to its most advanced level yet with Nunc, a new high-end home grinding and espresso...
CaliforniaTorr Launches the Hive Cafe Countertop Coffee Concentrate System
Commercial cold coffee equipment company Torr Industries recently rolled out a countertop-friendly version of its signature Hive Brew cold coffee system, called the Hive Cafe. The northern California coffee company...
commercial equipmentThe Slingshot Chalice Puts a New Spin on Espresso Dosing
Hong Kong and Australia-based coffee equipment maker Slingshot Technology recently launched the Chalice Distributor Cup, a multipurpose espresso preparation tool for baristas. Displayed in its final production form at the...
Christopher HendonStudy: A Pre-Grind Spritz Can Improve Espresso by Reducing Static and Clumping
New research suggests that adding a touch of moisture to roasted whole bean coffee just before grinding can result in less static electricity and clumping, resulting in more consistent and...
AcaiaLa Marzocco and Acaia Launch Brew-By-Weight Scale for Linea Mini
Italian espresso equipment company La Marzocco has teamed with coffee accessories brand Acaia to launch the La Marzocco Home Brew-By-Weight Scale. Selling on the La Marzocco Home website for $400,...