Journal
Guides on choosing, maintaining, and brewing — written by the MKE team.
How to Choose an Espresso Machine for Your Coffeeshop: Capacity, Power, Budget
A practical guide to choosing a commercial espresso machine — from counting cups per day and power needs to when 2 groups is enough and when you need 3.
Read →- Daily Espresso Machine Care: The 15-Minute Ritual That Saves You MillionsBackflush, purge, and the right water — the daily and weekly routine that keeps a commercial espresso machine running for more than 10 years.
- La Marzocco Linea Mini vs Profitec Pro 700: Choosing a High-End Home Espresso MachineTwo dual-boiler favourites among Indonesian home baristas compared honestly — character, ergonomics, and who each one suits best.
- La Marzocco Espresso Machine Prices in Indonesia: What Determines the Cost (2026)Why do La Marzocco prices vary so much? Model, group count, exchange rate, and official warranty — plus how to read a quote so you compare fairly.
- Coffee Grinder Guide: Why the Grind Matters as Much as the MachineAn expensive machine with a mediocre grinder is wasted. Understanding flat vs conical burrs, dosing, and why Mazzer became the industry standard.
- Sanremo: Italian Espresso Machines for Specialty Bars & Barista CompetitionMeet Sanremo — the Treviso espresso-machine maker chosen by specialty bars and the competition stage for its precise temperature and pressure control.
- Philips Automatic Coffee Machines: Practical Bean-to-Cup for Office & HomeFor offices and homes that want quick coffee without the barista ritual, Philips bean-to-cup machines grind, brew, and clean themselves. Here's how to choose.