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The Olympia Express Mina: A Beautiful, Frustrating Swiss Paradox

Not a review: Some thoughts on the Olympia Mina, comparing this beautifully flawed Swiss machine to the Flair 58 and why workflow and reliability are concerns.

Ideal Gifts for Coffee Lovers at Every Budget

This year, we've given extra special attention to curating the best possible coffee and espresso gifts at every for every budget.

No-Bypass Coffee Brewing Method Trends

No-bypass coffee brewing as a method is hot right now, and new techniques and products are being introduced daily.

Dialing in Espresso in Three Shots

A holy grail of espresso knowledge at CoffeeGeek is being able to dial in any coffee to any grinder, and any espresso machine in three tries.

Modernist Cuisine Coffee Section Review

An intensive review of just a section of a book? Sure, when it is the five volume, $600 tome known as Modernist Cuisine. We review the Coffee chapter in this highly anticipated and hyped set

Thoughts and Theories on Cold / Iced Coffee

Iced coffee is a very hot topic lately with many looking for ways to brew it, and brew it best. Here's our in-depth look at the process.

Weight Based Grinding Becomes a Reality

Exclusive: a sneak peak and detailed look at a new potentially revolutionary grinder accessory and grinder from Baratza that doses specific volumes via user-selectable weight: the Esatto and Vario-E products.

The CoffeeGeek Lab

An update on the status of the new CoffeeGeek website rebuild and a detailed look at something that is new and exciting territory for us at CG - the building of the new CoffeeGeek Lab!

Carlos Martin

The story of a farm manager and the wonderful coffee he helped to produce for Finca Vista Hermosa, and the legacy he leaves behind. His life, and that of his son were tragically cut short

Dr. Ernesto Illy, RIP

The world of coffee lost one of the true giants and innovators in the advancement of espresso science, chemistry, understanding, art and culture. We remember you... and thank you, Dr. Illy.
Mark Prince
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Mark Prince

Mark has certified as a Canadian, USA, and World Barista Championship Judge in both sensory and technical fields, as well as working as an instructor in coffee and espresso training. He started CoffeeGeek in 2001.
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Up to the minute, day or week news and views on things happening in and around coffee, including new developments in machines, short reviews of events, and wherever we can, talk about the movement toward making coffee a culinary thing.

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The Olympia Express Mina: A Beautiful, Frustrating Swiss Paradox
Not a review: Some thoughts on the Olympia Mina, comparing this beautifully flawed Swiss machine to the Flair 58 and why workflow and reliability are concerns.
CoffeeGeek's Holiday Gift Lists
Ideal Gifts for Coffee Lovers at Every Budget
This year, we've given extra special attention to curating the best possible coffee and espresso gifts at every for every budget.
No-Bypass Coffee Brewing Method Trends
No-bypass coffee brewing as a method is hot right now, and new techniques and products are being introduced daily.
Dialing in Espresso
Dialing in Espresso in Three Shots
A holy grail of espresso knowledge at CoffeeGeek is being able to dial in any coffee to any grinder, and any espresso machine in three tries.
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Thoughts and Theories on Cold / Iced Coffee
Iced coffee is a very hot topic lately with many looking for ways to brew it, and brew it best. Here's our in-depth look at the process.
Weight Based Grinding Becomes a Reality
Exclusive: a sneak peak and detailed look at a new potentially revolutionary grinder accessory and grinder from Baratza that doses specific volumes via user-selectable weight: the Esatto and Vario-E products.
The CoffeeGeek Lab
An update on the status of the new CoffeeGeek website rebuild and a detailed look at something that is new and exciting territory for us at CG - the building of the new CoffeeGeek Lab!
Carlos Martin
The story of a farm manager and the wonderful coffee he helped to produce for Finca Vista Hermosa, and the legacy he leaves behind. His life, and that of his son were tragically cut short by roadside bandits.
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