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The barista journal
Barista tips
Size guides, brewing techniques and the story of Metallurgica Motta, from the Motta USA team.
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Espresso Tamper Size Guide: Which Tamper Fits Your Machine?
A machine-by-machine chart for choosing the right espresso tamper size, from 51 mm for De'Longhi to 54 mm for Breville and 58 mm for prosumer machines, plus how to measure your basket.
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Milk Pitcher Size Guide: Which Frothing Pitcher Size Do You Need?
A quick chart and the fill-line rule for choosing the right milk frothing pitcher size, from 8.5 oz for cortados to 50 oz for café batch steaming.
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How to Froth Milk Like a Barista — and Why the Right Pitcher Changes Everything
Learn the two-phase barista method for silky microfoam: cold milk, aeration, vortex, and stopping at 140°F. Plus why the Motta Europa pitcher's spout design makes latte art easier.
