Every coffee preparation method has little tricks, secrets, pitfalls, and different ways to end up with a cup of something you're not super happy with. Espresso has more of those than most, I'd say.

BARRINGTON, R.I. — You got a home espresso machine over the holidays, the manual type with a portafilter for the coffee grinds and a steam wand to heat and aerate milk. It sits on your kitchen counter ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? There are several quality home espresso machines on the market, and if you’re in the ...