Archive for the ‘Izzo’ CategoryCompare: Double Boiler Espresso Shots – Izzo, La Spaziale & Breville
February 27th, 2012
For folks that dig precision, a dual boiler espresso machine with PID temperature control of the brew boiler is hard to beat. While we tend to shoot from the hip in general around here, that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate a shot pulled from one of these beauties! We asked Gail to pull shots from [...]  Crew Review: Izzo Alex Duetto II
February 3rd, 2012
One of the more popular double boiler espresso machines on the market, the Alex Duetto II has a lot to love about it. The functionality is awesome — PID interface to set the coffee and steam boiler temperatures, easy access to switching between 15 or 20 amp, convertible water source so you can use either [...] SCG’s Most Popular Coffee Gear – 2011
January 24th, 2012
Not that we’re encouraging you to keep up with the Joneses, but if you’re in the market for a new espresso machine, we thought it might be helpful to share which models sold the best over the last year. Broken down by budget, here is what other folks have chosen for their home espresso setup, [...] How-To: Mavea Purity C Water Filter Installation
June 7th, 2011
Filtering your water is essential if you plan on plumbing in your espresso machine to a direct water line in your location. Without this, you run the risk of scale build-up that can only be removed by a professional taking apart the machine and physically removing the scale. How quickly this occurs will depend on [...] Espresso Machine Maintenance with Urnex
April 15th, 2011
Keeping your equipment sparkling clean is just as important as the freshness of your coffee and dialing in your grind & tamp — in fact, without the former, the latter will be an exercise in futility. If we have to tell you that rancid coffee oils will adversely impact the quality of your shot, we’re [...] Let’s Make a Deal! Older Model Closeout
April 6th, 2011
Quick Mill, Izzo and La Spaziale have new versions coming down the pike later this month, so we need to clear out our demo stock to make way for the new kids on the block. If you’re interested in any of the following models, feel free to contact us or come into the store to [...] What Makes for a Good Trade-in at Seattle Coffee Gear?
February 28th, 2011
Our espresso machine trade in and recycle program is pretty darn popular, but we often have folks requesting to trade in machines that just aren’t great candidates. The basic rules of thumb are that the machine has to have been manufactured within the past 5 years, is in perfect working order and is one of [...] Backflushing with Cafiza Tablets
December 13th, 2010
We have a wide array of cleaning products available — from descaler to milk frothing cleaner to backflushing detergent — and, admittedly, we sometimes get a little stuck in our ways. Machines with a three-way brew pressure release/solenoid valve (such as the Rancilio Silvia, La Spaziale machines, many of the Ascaso machines and any of [...] Espresso Machine Storage Tips
September 17th, 2010
Leaving your machine alone for the winter? Need to store it or move it (by hand) to a new location? Gail gives us some tips on what you should do to prepare your machine so you limit the possibility of damage. Video Crew Review: Izzo Alex II
July 21st, 2010
The newly re-engineered Izzo Alex II is a semi-automatic espresso machine out to make a name for itself: It’s currently the only heat exchanger for home use that has a PID! Combine that with the convertible water source (which Izzo pioneered) and the no burn steam wands, and you can almost make up for the not-so-superb fit and finish elements that we don’t love about it. |
