Alex Praytor

Alex Praytor worked her first job as a barista, finished college, and then took a tour to the other side of the globe. She fell in love with espresso and her would-be husband in Europe. She spends her spare time visiting native Texas landmarks, ancient castles, and all the coffee shops she finds along the way. At home, she is a mom, ESL teacher, and writer, who hones her coffee-making skills daily. She enjoys passing on her coffee findings to fellow caffeine addicts in search of the perfect cup.

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Breville Cafe Roma Review [ESP8XL 2023 Update] – Is it Worth It?

While I do enjoy the simplicity of drip machines, for me, nothing beats the flavor of a classic espresso with crema on top. At the beginning of my coffee-drinking career, I thought an espresso existed simply to make delicious lattes, cappuccinos, and perhaps a dirty chai every now and then. While these are great uses …

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Nespresso Vertuoline vs Evoluo: A Tale of 2 Rich Brewers (2023 Winner Is…)

Espresso can be the perfect drink to get you started in the morning. Its rich flavor and smooth texture include everything we love about a coffee packed into a demitasse. But while we may love the taste of espresso and our favorite coffee drinks, we may not always want to be an in-house barista the …

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Best Under Cabinet Coffee Makers: 5 Space Saver Machines (2023 Update & Review)

If you are living in a small space, RV or small apartment, you know how important it is to make every nook and cranny count! The under cabinet coffee maker was designed with small spaces in mind. Most coffee makers take up a fair share of your counter space and are top-access which requires you …

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Nespresso vs Keurig – Complete Review & Beginners Buyer Guide 2023

If you didn’t know anything about coffee, most likely these 2 brands would be the first words you would hear. And for good reason. Keurig and Nespresso are two of the top brands in the market for single cup coffee brewers. Both of these 2 brands offer a product that people love… a quick and …

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Top Zojirushi Coffee Makers of 2023: Quick Guide to Japanese Drip Machines

If you are an avid coffee drinker like myself (whether by choice or sheer dependence!), the one thing you care about is the speed and quality of your cup. Coffee is a seriously important part of your day and you want to make sure the coffee-maker you choose will deliver that quality cup. But the …

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Keurig K50 vs K55 Review and Differences: The Good, Bad & Ugly Comparison

Keurig has been a popular brand on the market since the beginning of their K-cup pods, which deliver a consistent American-style cup of coffee. They have been able to do what other competing brands have not… convince big coffee brands like Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Cinnabon, Krispy Kreme, Swiss Miss and others to jump on the …

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Nespresso Evoluo Review: Our In-depth Report (Should You Buy?) 2023

Lets be honest. The rich, nutty flavor of a proper espresso can spoil you. This black, caffeine-packed drink, can slowly but surely become habit-forming until you find yourself beating the same path to get your daily fix at your favorite coffee shop. Maybe you’ve thought about trying to make espressos at home, but, after researching …

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