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Profitec Pro 800 vs. La Marzocco Leva
The Profitec Pro 800 and La Marzocco Leva X are both home lever machines, but the Leva costs several times more. Here's why the Pro 800 is the better buy...
How Clive Matches a Grinder to the Espresso Machine You Own
The grinder, not the machine, decides whether your espresso tastes flat or alive. Here's how to match one to the machine you already own, and how Clive Coffee helps you...
For Couples Who Can't Decide Between Light & Dark Roasts
Light-roast vs. dark-roast standoff? The real culprit is grinder retention, yesterday's dark roast showing up in today's light. A single-dosing grinder solves it. Here's the setup.
Best Single-Dose Espresso Grinders Compared
Done with a hopper of stale beans? Here's what actually makes a single-dose grinder work, and three picks from $479 to $1,495.
"Purchased a Profitec Ride Espresso Machine, and Clive's Customer Service has been wonderful. They have been very hands-on, and the Ride has been the best purchase I've made in a long time. Highly recommend."- Jacob Wolf
"Coffee enthusiast Mecca. The employees here are clearly coffee devotees. I was recently helped by Gunnar, who has worked in coffee for over 15 years and helped me pick what grinder and espresso machine will work best for my setup at home."- Nicholas Graeber
The team at Clive guided me through every step. I went from a complete beginner to pulling cafe-quality shots at home.Michael T., Portland OR
Best espresso purchase I've ever made. Clive's experts helped me find the perfect machine and grinder combo for my budget.Sarah K., Seattle WA
