Episodes

  • A little bit about Levers

    A little bit about Levers
    Apr 11 2022
    Max is back for a short conversation on lever machines and whether there is still a point to them. I admit I'm slightly fascinated by the Profitec Pro 800, but can they still compete with the electronic pressure profiling of other modern machines?
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    39 mins
  • I bought a Lagom P64, there's Just One Problem

    I bought a Lagom P64, there's Just One Problem
    Mar 28 2022
    I bought the Lagom P64 in January, and today I'm going to explain what led me to this grinder when there's so many other good one's on the market. But, there's one big problem. I still haven't received it! If you're in the UK and want to try some of my favourite coffees who support this network: Use code 'BT10' to get 10% discount of every coffee order from these great independent roasters below. Peaberry Coffee https://peaberrycoffee.co.uk/?ref=pa41xj49gv Carvetii Coffee https://www.carvetiicoffee.co.uk/?ref=1PIclLUVJrYE0s Enter to win free beans each month from these roasters - UK RESIDENTS ONLY! Register at www.bartalks.net/giveaway. No purchase necessary.
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    21 mins
  • Breville buys LELIT

    Breville buys LELIT
    Mar 14 2022
    LELIT has been acquired by Breville for $113m and I believe this is significant. This week, we'll explain what I think Breville's plan is, what this, along with their earlier purchase of Baratza grinders, will mean in terms of the product line up.
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    20 mins
  • My 'Money No Object' Top 3 Espresso Machines

    My 'Money No Object' Top 3 Espresso Machines
    Mar 10 2022
    Do not listen to this if your credit card is within reach. Today, I'm talking about three espresso machines that I'd love to own, if money was no object.
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    20 mins
  • Three Big Coffee Events Next Month

    Three Big Coffee Events Next Month
    Feb 28 2022
    Max is back on the show to talk about 3 coffee events coming up over the next month. I'm attending all of them so if you're going, let me know and we'll meet up.
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    47 mins
  • Espresso Hacks - Some Good Tips & Embarrassing Secrets

    Espresso Hacks - Some Good Tips & Embarrassing Secrets
    Feb 21 2022
    This is the video I've been putting off making for months. I've decided to come clean and show you some embarrassing things I do when making espresso. There might also be some useful tips. If you're in the UK and want to try some of my favourite coffees who support this network: Use code 'BT10' to get 10% discount of every coffee order from these great independent roasters below. Peaberry Coffee https://peaberrycoffee.co.uk/?ref=pa41xj49gv Carvetii Coffee https://www.carvetiicoffee.co.uk/?ref=1PIclLUVJrYE0s Enter to win free beans each month from these roasters - UK RESIDENTS ONLY! Register at www.bartalks.net/giveaway. No purchase necessary.
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    22 mins
  • Eureka Zenith 65E 2 Year Review & Why I'm Getting a New Grinder

    Eureka Zenith 65E 2 Year Review & Why I'm Getting a New Grinder
    Feb 14 2022
    I love this grinder, with a couple of exceptions. I've run over 4,000 shots through this baby. My review differs a little from others I've seen out there. But now I'm buying a new grinder. Let me explain. If you're in the UK and want to try some of my favourite coffees who support this network: Use code 'BT10' to get 10% discount of every coffee order from these great independent roasters below. Peaberry Coffee https://peaberrycoffee.co.uk/?ref=pa41xj49gv Carvetii Coffee https://www.carvetiicoffee.co.uk/?ref=1PIclLUVJrYE0s Enter to win free beans each month from these roasters - UK RESIDENTS ONLY! Register at www.bartalks.net/giveaway. No purchase necessary.
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    25 mins
  • Chocolate & Coffee - Love at First Sight

    Chocolate & Coffee - Love at First Sight
    Feb 8 2022
    A break from our normal show, this week we're looking at great chocolate that coffee lovers will appreciate, as will that special person in your life as we lead into Valentines day.
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    37 mins