Is the “dead espresso shot” myth true? In this video, we test whether letting an espresso sit really ruins its flavor. Using the Rancilio Silvia Pro X espresso machine, we explore the science behind ...

Thanks to a suite of new tech, including twin PIDs and a 2-inch digital display, this iconic coffee machine delivers its best espresso yet ...

The Boston Globe: Microwaving your coffee changes it, and other lessons learned (while sipping espresso) in MIT’s coffee class

Microwaving your coffee changes it, and other lessons learned (while sipping espresso) in MIT’s coffee class

MSN: Debunking the 'dead espresso shot' myth: Does time really ruin your coffee?

Debunking the 'dead espresso shot' myth: Does time really ruin your coffee?

India Today on MSN: For a perfect espresso shot, the primary ingredient is not coffee. It's physics

For a perfect espresso shot, the primary ingredient is not coffee. It's physics

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