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Thermoblock vs. Boiler Espresso Machines

Thermoblock vs. Boiler Espresso Machines

When it comes to brewing espresso precision and consistency is key. Once you’ve dialed in the ratios and temperatures that you think best suit your equipment and desired brew method, you want to know that you can keep replicating them.

Among the variables to be controlled for is brewing temp. Too cool and the shot you pull will be weak and underdeveloped, too hot and you risk over-extracting the beans and bringing forward less pleasant notes. Just how well you’ll be able to control your water temperature and the types of drinks you can make comes down to the type of...