Some like 'em long, some like 'em short, and some like 'em all. But what exactly is an espresso ristretto? You're about to find out. More

Have you ever waited longer than you expected for an espresso despite being the only customer at a cafe? Have you stood watching with vague horror as a barista pulled several shots in a row only to discard them? Have you ever wanted to grab said barista by the shoulders and shout, "What are you doing with all of this coffee, and where is my espresso?!" Don't worry—there's probably a method to the madness. More

Now that you've learned how to make the classic heart and rosetta on top of a latte, let's talk about another popular design: The tulip. More

We all know that bartenders "pull" a beer from the tap into your glass, and that the word barista means "bartender" in Italian, but have you ever wondered where the term "to pull a shot of espresso" come from? More

The word espresso is probably one of the most misunderstood things about the beverage itself, believe it or not. Let's explore how this simple term fits into the latte lexicon, and what that might mean regarding your morning cup. More

Want to wow your Valentine this year? Present them with a little lovin' first thing in the morning by learning how to pour a heart into their morning cup. Check out the slideshow for step-by-step instructions on crafting this basic latte art. More

A pair of childhood pals and self-proclaimed nerds cook up a revolutionarily affordable home-espresso machine, put the project on Kickstarter, and overwhelmingly surpass their funding and backing goals? Must be all the caffeine. More

Breville hopes to throw as much commercial-grade technology as possible at the home game, emphasizing that the dual boiler technology—famously popularized by the commercial duty Synesso machines, also Australian—will be the ticket in leaping ahead of the competition. More

Asking whether someone prefers an espresso made from a blend of coffees or a single-origin bean is kind of like asking whether they prefer a romantic symphony or a blazing sax solo. They both have their time and place, but they're certainly very different music. So what's the difference between a blend and a single-origin coffee? And what are the benefits of each? Let's take a look. More

Coffee as dessert? Sure! Try this sweet little jolt next time both you and your sweet tooth need a little kick. If a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, just imagine how easily that already delicious little shot will slide down the ol' gullet with a dollop of silky whipped cream on top. More