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 […]
SCA Barista Skills Courses at QCS: April 25th - 27th, 2025!
With SCA Barista Skills Courses, you can learn both at the Foundations and Intermediate levels, right here at Quality Coffee Systems! In partnership with Timberline Coffee School, we welcome you to our showroom for barista skills courses, whether you're a professional in the industry or an at-home coffee enthusiast. The SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) creates […]
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 […]
The More You Grow: How Growing Locations Affect the Taste of Coffee
How does the growing location of a coffee bean affect how it tastes? By exploring factors such as altitude and production methods, we get to understand why coffees from different countries have different taste attributes.
Why the Z10 is your Reliable Residential Coffee Machine, All Year Round
The Z10's name does not oversell its brilliance - this top-end residential coffee machine from JURA has the high-quality features that you would expect from a reliable at-home appliance. From the materials it's made of to the several menu options you can explore, the JURA Z10 is an at-home favourite that lasts, and is the […]
Can I get a double-double? A guide to the JURA J8 Twin
Everything people love about the JURA J8, elevated. Look into the features that make the JURA J8 Twin so great, including its double hoppers and grinders, as well as its panoramic touchscreen.
JURA's Global Best Seller just got better! Current Generation E8 vs Previous Generation E8
When the machine is in front of your eyes, you may think that there is not much that has changed. And if you think so, you are partly right. The E8 by JURA has been the brand's best seller globally for quite some time. What makes the E8 shine is its practicality, aesthetics, and price […]
Current Espresso Machine Deals
Profitec Pro 300 Showroom Model Retail price: $ 2,529 Sale price: $ 2,000 Jura ENA 4 - Metropolitan Black Refurbished Model Retail Price: $ 1,395 Sale Price: $ 1,100 Jura S8 - Chrome Open Box Retail Price: $ 3,095 Sale Price: $ 2,785 Jura S8 - Moonlight Silver Open Box Retail Price: $ 2,995 Sale […]