SETUP
My Current Setup
The machine, grinder, scale, cups, and small tools currently on my counter, with notes on what each piece does well and what I would change.
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GEAR
Tools that earn their counter space.
A running guide to the espresso tools, cups, scales, and home coffee pieces I actually use. Less collecting, more daily rhythm.
Gear Notes
Short notes on tools I use, what I’m testing, and what actually changes the home coffee routine.
GRINDER
The piece that changes the morning most.
A grinder note focused on repeatability, noise, workflow, and whether it makes espresso easier to trust.
May 2026
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SCALE
A small tool that keeps the routine honest.
What I want from a counter scale: fast response, easy cleaning, and no drama under a portafilter.
May 2026
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PORTAFILTER
The handle that makes the shot feel cleaner.
A portafilter note focused on grip, basket fit, workflow, and how it changes the feel of pulling a shot.
May 2026
Read Note →What makes gear worth keeping
It makes the routine easier to repeat
It solves a real problem on the counter
It feels good enough to use every morning
It stays useful after the novelty fades