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Gaggia Classic Pro: Espresso Brewing and Milk Steaming

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Learn how to make espresso and froth milk on the Gaggia Classic Pro, as well as how to use preground coffee or ESE pods and how to cool down the...

Drink Recipes and Ratios

by Whole Latte Love 3 min read

Learn how to make coffee and milk-based drinks such as an espresso, latte, americano, cappuccino, macchiato, and more. Includes a suggested basic recipe and ingredient ratio for each drink to...

Barista Tools for Consistency: Tampers, Distributors and Levelers

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Learn about several common barista tools for pulling delicious and consistent espresso shots. From a basic espresso tamper, to a 2-in-1 distributor and leveler, these tools will have you making...

Single Boiler Espresso Machines: Tips and Tricks

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Learn a number of tips and tricks for machine-grade single boiler machines such as the Gaggia Classic Pro, Bezzera Hobby, Rancilio Silvia, ECM Casa V, and more. Topics covered include...

Top 5 Latte Art Mistakes and How to Fix Them

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Learn about the top five most common latte art mistakes and how to fix them. When learning to make coffee, espresso, lattes, cappuccinos, and more, many new baristas struggle with...

Gaggia Classic Pro: How to Pre-Infuse Your Shots

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

The Gaggia Classic Pro gives you the option to pre-infuse your coffee before pulling an espresso shot. This will result in better, more consistent shot pulls. Here's a quick video...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Shipping and Storage

Gaggia Classic Pro: Shipping and Storage

by Whole Latte Love 2 min read

Whether you are getting your Gaggia Classic ready to be shipped, stored, or ready for a boiler/seal replacement, you will want to ensure the boiler is drained. Draining the boiler...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Portafilter Fitment Issues

by Whole Latte Love 2 min read

It certainly can be tricky to get everything working properly, or even be sure that everything IS working properly! With a brand new gasket, the portafilter may still be a...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Decompression Duct Issues

by Whole Latte Love 2 min read

The chrome tube located on the left side of your Gaggia Classic Pro in front of the reservoir is known as the decompression duct. The purpose of this duct is...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Grouphead Cleaning and Service

Gaggia Classic Pro: Grouphead Cleaning and Service

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Are you getting flow from the brew head without the portafilter attached? You want to see 6 oz of water in about 20 seconds. If it takes longer than that,...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Portafilter Handle Replacement

Gaggia Classic Pro: Portafilter Handle Replacement

by Whole Latte Love 2 min read

Learn how to replace the Gaggia Classic Pro portafilter handle. If the plastic handle of your portafilter has broken but the portafilter head is still in good condition, you can...

Gaggia Classic Pro: Troubleshooting Leaks

Gaggia Classic Pro: Troubleshooting Leaks

by Whole Latte Love 1 min read

Depending on where exactly the leak is coming from, there will be different causes for that leak. If the leak is happening where the red arrow indicates in the picture...