A technical guide to preventing espresso channeling A technical guide to preventing espresso channeling For the manual espresso user, consistency is the ultimate goal. Few things are more disruptive to…

Gaggia classic workflow: steaming milk before or after the shot? For users of the Gaggia Classic and other single-boiler espresso machines, workflow is a constant topic of discussion and refinement.…

Achieving shot-to-shot consistency with a manual espresso machine like a Gaggia is a process of controlling variables. Among the most critical of these is thermal stability. The temperature of the…

Adjusting Dose Weight for Stock Gaggia Double Baskets Adjusting dose weight for stock Gaggia double baskets For users of manual Gaggia espresso machines, mastering the stock double basket is a…

The best water ratios for Americanos using a Gaggia The Americano is a study in simplicity: just espresso and hot water. Yet for the experienced home barista, this simplicity is…

# Gaggia shot splattering: how to fix messy extractions For the dedicated home barista, a splattering or channeling espresso shot from a Gaggia machine is more than a mess. It…

The lungo, or “long shot,” is a brewing method that often divides espresso enthusiasts. While a standard espresso follows a strict brew ratio, typically around 1:2, the lungo pushes this…

How to transition from espresso to milk steaming on a Gaggia For the dedicated home barista using a manual machine like the Gaggia Classic Pro, the sequence between pulling a…

Managing boiler recovery time between Gaggia espresso shots For the dedicated home barista, consistency is the ultimate goal. Achieving a balanced, repeatable espresso shot on a manual machine like the…

Why Your Gaggia Pump Sounds Quieter Than Usual Why your Gaggia pump sounds quieter than usual For many home baristas, the robust, chattering hum of a Gaggia’s vibratory pump is…