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Welcome to Coffee U, the educational hub of Bean & Brew Technologies where coffee expertise meets practical accessibility. We created Coffee University as your trusted resource for commercial coffee equipment knowledge, covering everything from selecting the best equipment for your business to advanced troubleshooting techniques that elevate operations.

Whether you’re a café owner making your first equipment purchase, a seasoned barista seeking technical insights, or a restaurant manager optimizing your coffee program, Coffee U delivers professional-grade knowledge in an easy-to-understand format. Every Sunday brings new articles advancing your coffee expertise and operational success.

Recent Articles

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Coffee Shop Challenges 2026: What Owners Need to Know to Succeed

The coffee shop industry in 2026 offers tremendous opportunities for operators who combine passion with smart business practices. While challenges like inflation, staffing, and competition require attention, thousands of independent cafes are thriving by implementing proven strategies, embracing technology, and focusing on exceptional customer experiences that build lasting loyalty.
Semi-Automatic or Volumetric Espresso Machine?

Volumetric or Manual Espresso Machine?

Choosing between a volumetric and manual espresso machine impacts your cafe's efficiency, consistency, and training needs. Volumetric machines automate shot volume for speed and repeatability, while manual machines give baristas complete control over extraction. Understanding these differences helps you invest in equipment that matches your operation's volume and service style.
Espresso Machine

1-Group vs 2-Group vs 3-Group: Which Espresso Machine Does Your Business Need?

Choosing between a 1-group, 2-group, or 3-group espresso machine impacts your capacity, workflow, and budget for years. Most cafes over-buy or under-buy based on emotions rather than actual volume needs. This guide helps you match machine size to your real daily volume and peak hour demands.
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The Science of Espresso Extraction: Achieving Consistency in the Cafe Environment

Espresso extraction is fundamentally a process of controlled dissolution. When hot water under pressure passes through compacted coffee grounds, it dissolves hundreds of chemical compounds, creating complex flavors. The challenge lies in extracting desirable compounds while minimizing bitter elements, requiring precise control of dose, grind, time, and temperature.
Opening a Coffee Shop

Opening A Coffee Shop In Economically Uncertain Times: What You Need to Know.

Opening a coffee shop presents significant challenges with elevated startup costs and extended break-even periods due to inflation. However, strong café culture and consumer demand create opportunities for well-capitalized entrepreneurs. Success requires thorough planning, sufficient funding, operational efficiency, and market differentiation in today's competitive landscape.
Coffee Futures

The Future of Coffee: Opportunities Amid Market Evolution (2025-2030)

The coffee industry faces unprecedented transformation through 2030, with prices reaching historic highs while global demand surges. Drought in parts of Brazil and Vietnam create supply constraints, yet emerging markets like China drive exponential growth. Smart operators who invest in quality equipment, embrace premiumization trends, and adapt business models will capture significant opportunities in this evolving landscape.
New vs Used Espresso Machines

Commercial Espresso Machines: Navigating the New vs Used Equipment Decision

Choosing the right commercial espresso machine means balancing budget, capacity, and durability. Consider drink volume, group heads, boiler size, and maintenance needs to ensure consistent quality and efficient service. New machines offer innovation and warranty, while used options can save costs but may require extra care.
Plant Based Coffee Drinks

Plant-Based Milk Guide | Coffee Shop Operations & Profitability

Plant-based alternatives represent both opportunity and challenge for coffee shop profitability. Despite costing 2-3 times more than dairy, these options attract premium-paying customers and expand market reach. Maximizing profitability requires understanding each milk's steaming characteristics, optimizing portion control, and strategically pricing to maintain margins while meeting growing consumer demand for non-dairy options.

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What You’ll Find at Coffee U

📚 Equipment Guides

Comprehensive breakdowns of different machine types, helping you make informed purchasing decisions

🔧 Maintenance Tips

Professional techniques to keep your equipment running at peak performance and extend its lifespan

☕ Brewing Science

Understand the ‘why’ behind extraction, temperature stability, and equipment design

💡 Troubleshooting Help

Common problems and solutions to minimize downtime and service calls 

📊 Business Insights

ROI calculations, workflow optimization, and equipment selection for your specific needs

⚡ Technology Explained 

Demystifying features like PID control, pressure profiling, and heat exchange systems 

Learn at Your Own Pace
Browse our growing library of articles, guides, and resources designed for busy professionals. Each piece is written by our certified technicians and coffee equipment specialists who bring years of individual experience and factory training to every article. We skip the fluff and focus on practical information you can use immediately.
Whether you have five minutes or an hour, Coffee U is here to expand your knowledge and help you get the most from your commercial coffee equipment investment.
Why We Built Coffee U

As a newly established family-owned business specializing in commercial coffee equipment sales, we believe that knowledge empowers better decisions. While our company may be new to the market, our team brings years of technical expertise and a fresh perspective to the industry. Coffee U represents our commitment to being more than just an equipment supplier, we’re your educational partner in success.

This resource consolidates industry knowledge and best practices into a searchable, always-available library that helps you:
  • Make confident equipment decisions
  • Reduce costly service calls through proper maintenance
  • Understand your equipment's capabilities
  • Maximize your coffee quality and consistency
  • Build a more profitable coffee program
Have a specific question?

Use our search function or browse by category to find exactly what you need. Can’t find an answer? Contact us directly, your question might inspire our next Coffee U article! As we grow, so will this resource, shaped by the real needs of coffee professionals like you. 

Start exploring Coffee U today and discover why Bean & Brew Technologies is committed to elevating the coffee industry through education and exceptional service. 

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