Brew Better

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By Benjamin Sand April 28, 2026
Are the Weber Workshops Coffee Bean Cellars all they're cracked up to be? Pun intended, but we know you're dying to know.
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By the mouth April 26, 2026
The Mouth reviews the Millab EO1 portable electric grinder after 6 months of real-world use. Battery life, grind quality, travel performance, and how it compares to the Timemore Sculptor 064 and Fellow Ode Gen 2. Honest verdict inside.
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By Benjamin Sand April 20, 2026
Testing the Geimori GU38, and seeing if it is the right choice for your single-dose home brewing experiments.
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By the mouth April 18, 2026
Discover the Bookoo Themis Mini Coffee Scale: a compact, Bluetooth-enabled scale offering precise measurements and smart connectivity for the discerning barista.
A black coffee tamper sits on the stainless steel warming tray of an espresso machine, surrounded by white cups.
By Benjamin Sand April 17, 2026
Testing the new Timemore x Anthony Douglas espresso tamper and seeing if it really is the best thing since sliced bread.
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By Benjamin Sand March 16, 2026
The KINGrinder K6 is a precision hand grinder designed for coffee lovers who want clarity and consistency in their brews. With 48 mm stainless steel burrs, 16 µm step adjustments, and an external collar, it offers smooth dialing for pour-over and espresso. Durable, affordable, and highly praised by the coffee community
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By Benjamin Sand March 3, 2026
We take a deep dive under the hood of the MHW3-Bomber, a brilliant piece of espresso tech.
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By Benjamin Sand February 28, 2026
The Mouth reviews the Muvna Portable Espresso Maker after a month of real use. 58mm basket, self-heating, 705g — does it deliver on the gold standard promise? Honest verdict inside.
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By Benjamin Sand February 25, 2026
Testing the Timemore B75 dripper after the Orea, Kalita, and Hario V60. What came out best?
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By Benjamin Sand February 23, 2026
Testing the amazing portable espresso maker, Ikape K2 on a month of endless extractions.
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By Benjamin Sand February 18, 2026
The Mouth reviews the Femobook A2 after weeks of real travel use. Grind quality, battery life, espresso performance and how it compares to the Millab EO1 and Timemore Sculptor. Honest verdict inside.
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By Benjamin Sand February 9, 2026
In-depth MAVO Phantox Pro review: 45mm burrs, precise 120-click adjustments, and a premium aluminium build.
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By Benjamin Sand January 13, 2026
We test the Normcore V3 Handgrinder to see if budget really can co-exist with quality.
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By Benjamin Sand January 13, 2026
Testing the Subminimal Nanofoamer V2 to see if you can truly create 'barista-quality" foam at home?
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By Benjamin Sand November 1, 2025
The Normcore V3 pocket scale is compact, durable, and built for precise coffee brewing. Perfect for espresso or pour-over, it delivers responsive measurements and a minimal look.
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By Benjamin Sand October 16, 2025
Our review of the OutIn Nano espresso maker, after one month of use. This is perfect for those of you who want a solid espresso when out camping, travelling, or staying at a cabin.
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By Benjamin Sand October 11, 2025
The Subminimal Subscale merges a dosing cup and coffee scale into one beautifully minimalist tool, ideal for espresso dosing with 0.1 g accuracy and USB-C rechargeability. Featuring a sleek matte-black Tritan design, hidden LED display, and splash resistance, it simplifies your coffee workflow.
Timemore Tumbler
By the mouth September 3, 2025
Honest review of the Timemore 1+1 Tumbler – pros, cons, and real-world use insights. Is this sleek coffee companion worth it?
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By the mouth September 3, 2025
Discover the Timemore Black Mirror Mini coffee scale – a compact, precise, and stylish tool for espresso and pour-over brewing. Read our hands-on review covering features, accuracy, pros, and cons.
By the mouth September 3, 2025
I tried the new AeroPress Go Plus and while it has some smart design upgrades, I still find it cheaply made, lacking a premium feel, and overpriced for what it offers.
By the mouth September 2, 2025
Review of the Timemore French Press – sleek design, smooth brewing, but lacks the tactile refinement and brightness I expect from a premium press. Is it worth it?
By Benjamin Sand August 29, 2025
A sleek, ultra-light pour-over brewer perfect for travel, the Tetra Drip packs flat and delivers clean brews—but has a small flaw in coffee retention at the corners.
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By Benjamin Sand August 28, 2025
Explore the Timemore Whirly 01S review: a compact, battery-powered grinder with S2C burrs, ideal for espresso and pour-over enthusiasts on the move.
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By Benjamin Sand August 28, 2025
In-depth review of the Hario V60 plastic coffee dripper. Explore its history, cultural impact, pros and cons, and how it stacks up against Origami and Kalita.
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By the mouth August 27, 2025
Reviewing the Timemore Black Mirror Duo with stand and the sleek 600ml Timemore Fish kettle – a perfect pairing for precision coffee brewing. Features, design, pros & cons inside.
By the mouth August 19, 2025
I tested the Timemore Crystal Eye Dripper and loved its sweet brewing profile, and great design. However, the paper fit is a bit awkward, the handle gets slippery with steam, and the cup lacks acidity and brightness. Despite that, it's definitely worth adding to your collection.
By the mouth July 27, 2025
My review of the Wacaco Exagram Pro: compact and beginner-friendly, but accuracy issues, lag, and build quality left me disappointed.
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By Benjamin Sand July 26, 2025
Our reviewer takes a look at the Timemore C3 ESP PRO hand-grinder, a potential game-changer for those who want to drink cafe level coffee whilst travelling.
By the mouth June 29, 2025
I tried the AeroPress Go: a compact, travel-friendly brewer that’s easy to clean and versatile, but too small for my usual coffee needs.
Coffee Gear
By Benjamin Sand May 29, 2025
How to brew great coffee as a travelling nomad. I discuss my set-up and what products have been the best for me in terms of quality, reliability, performance and also size and weight.