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What to Expect in a QCS Barista Training and Machine Calibration SessionNew!!
Wondering what to look forward to in a QCS Barista Training and Machine Calibration session? Read about what to expect during the appointment.
Pink Bourbon: The Rare (and Delicious) Coffee Variety
Pink Bourbon: not a sort of alcohol, but rather coffee! Read more about this rare coffee variety first documented in Colombia.
How Soft Infusion Can Improve the Quality of your Coffee
Say you're learning more about coffee or are reading an espresso recipe, then come across something called "soft infusion" or "gentle pre-infusion" -- well, what does that mean? Read more about this method for making your espresso more consistent and flavourful.
QCS is Hosting a Home Barista Workshop!
Not only are we retailers of coffee machines and accessories at QCS, we're also huge proponents of fostering coffee culture. On Sunday, July 27th, we will be hosting a Home Barista Workshop right here in our showroom! Open to both aspiring home baristas and those with some experience under their belt, the workshop is a […]
JURA Retailers around Victoria, BC
For superautomatic enthusiasts around Victoria, BC, there are a couple JURA retailers that are in the city!
The New JURA S8's Added Features
At the start of May, JURA released the new JURA S8 with revamped features, making it an entirely new machine. Once discontinued, the S8 has returned to the market and we are incredibly excited to have it with us and to share it with our customers. How is the new JURA S8 different from the […]
Coffee Cupping: The Best Way to Taste Test
Since coffee beans are grown all over the Coffee Belt in their various types and processing methods, the characteristics possible are plentiful. That's why many coffee lovers take part in coffee cupping, where you take time not only to taste the coffee, but to note down what those flavours and feelings are. Another useful benefit […]
A Guide to New Profitec Espresso Machines
With the brand being updated, it can be difficult to keep up with all of the new Profitec espresso machines and what each of them does. While the numbered models of the Profitec line have been a fixture of the QCS brand for a while, the new arrivals of the Profitec GO - Brushed Stainless, […]
Mina to Cremina: The differences between Olympia Express machines
From the Mina to the Cremina, there are several Olympia Express machines - which is the best for you and your espresso style?
The Do's and Don'ts of Pour-Over Coffee
Although it is one of the most seemingly straightforward methods of brewing coffee, there are several small elements that must be factored into the quality of pour-overs--take a look at some of the do's and don'ts of this method.
What Makes the JURA E6 a Bestseller?
One of the bestselling superautomatic espresso machines here at QCS, the JURA E6 serves you the quality coffee that you need, right at home. It is one of many choices in the JURA line--so what makes it the ideal choice for a number of customers? This reliable coffee machine comes equipped with a Professional Aroma […]
NATIONAL ESPRESSO DAY - November 23
Espresso, the beloved beverage that fuels our daily lives, has a rich and fascinating history that spans over two centuries.Did you know that espresso originated in 19th-century Italy, when Angelo Moriondo, a clever inventor from Turin, patented the first espresso machine in 1884? His machine used steam to force pressurized hot water through finely ground […]