Post by: Binge on Thu, 14 February 2013, 19:36:02
Ledger to View: http://tinyurl.com/9wskxfj
The Story,
A few nights ago fellow GHer CPTBadAss and I were talking about coffee and brewing methods.
Each of us had a story to tell about a local shop that gets very fresh roasted beans. Likewise for the both of us our local shops did their roasting on site.
Now nothing really prompted what came next other than love of the bean.
CPTBadAss and I exchanged info and are in the process of exchanging precious black coffee gold.
Tonight I came home to this,
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Honestly this is more than I expected and I haven't even had time to send out my offering.
While being overwhelmed it came to me that I might be able to make a ledger anyone can sign to be part of a coffee exchange.
The idea is that there really aren't rules because nobody is obligated to action. If you ever look at the list and notice a friendly
name I'd encourage asking them if they've got great coffee to share. What I want to do with my new coffee is write about it
here in the exchange thread. Hopefully more people who I know from the forums are into this sort of thing and maybe some more
beans could get circulated. In case anyone is wondering I am going to be sending CPT a bunch of beans,
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This thread will be progressing, I'm sure, but the origin and ledger will remain in post 1 :)
Googledocs Ledger Sign-in: http://tinyurl.com/ahlukaf
Ledger to View: http://tinyurl.com/9wskxfj
***SPECIAL NOTE TO EVERYONE EXCHANGING COFFEE***
Please be considerate that one of the most prevalent allergies is a reaction to nuts.
To prevent any serious issues arising from this exchange please sent regular (unflavored/unadulterated roast) coffees ONLY unless otherwise specified by your exchange pal.
Please be considerate that one of the most prevalent allergies is a reaction to nuts.
To prevent any serious issues arising from this exchange please sent regular (unflavored/unadulterated roast) coffees ONLY unless otherwise specified by your exchange pal.
Post by: mashby on Fri, 15 February 2013, 00:45:24
My local coffee shop Crema (http://www.crema-coffee.com) roasts some amazing beans and I've become addicted to brewing with a Chemex.
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 15 February 2013, 00:46:56
Post by: Lanx on Fri, 15 February 2013, 01:53:26
anyway everyone have fun!
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 15 February 2013, 04:35:17
is vacuum sealing coffee good? don't get me wrong i have both the el cheapo ziploc pump and the food sealer as well (i just use the canisters for that, bags are messy) but i thought that coffee keeps on producing carbon dioxide, that's why the coffee beans that are vacuumed sealed in supermarkets have that little plastic at the top, it's a one way valve for carbon dioxide to escape.
anyway everyone have fun!
Hmmm... cool, new knowledge... Now is the coffee better with "more carbon"?
Post by: Excaliborg on Fri, 15 February 2013, 07:40:28
I'm also curious what kind of setup people have for making coffee. On a forum like this I would think that a fair amount of people have more than a standard drip setup when it comes to coffee but who knows.
Post by: calavera on Fri, 15 February 2013, 08:07:46
Post by: Excaliborg on Fri, 15 February 2013, 08:22:07
1. Look for the location of the roaster. Try to find one in your city or a city nearby so that you know that it will be easy to obtain and fresh.
2. Look for the roast date on the bag. I try to buy bags that are 1-2 weeks old max.
Most stores have grinders in the coffee aisle so you can get whole bean coffee and grind it there which gives you more options. After that it is up to personal taste: light/dark roast chocolate/fruit notes etc. I also try to buy small amounts of coffee when trying something new so that I can get through it quickly if it is not what I expected it to be.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 15 February 2013, 08:47:16
is vacuum sealing coffee good? don't get me wrong i have both the el cheapo ziploc pump and the food sealer as well (i just use the canisters for that, bags are messy) but i thought that coffee keeps on producing carbon dioxide, that's why the coffee beans that are vacuumed sealed in supermarkets have that little plastic at the top, it's a one way valve for carbon dioxide to escape.
anyway everyone have fun!
You are correct and the bags I use work with similar concept. The one way valve will open up in the presence of excess gas. The mechanism is really quite simple but allows you to do @home hand pump vaccum seals.
Post by: mashby on Fri, 15 February 2013, 10:17:58
Any recommendations on some good ground coffee? I've been trying different kinds at the grocery store...haven't found a nice local shop like that yet.
One of the biggest changes into making my coffee better was to grind the beans just prior to roasting. It was an order of magnitude better.
Of course the fresher the beans, the better as well, but even if you're buying Starbucks in a grocery store, grinding from whole beans at home will make a world of difference.
Just my two cents.
Post by: SmallFry on Fri, 15 February 2013, 10:21:28
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 15 February 2013, 10:35:03
I'll be watching this one... I don't know enough about coffee to actually do anything with this thread, but watching nonetheless. :D
Sign up to have someone send you some good beans to try!
Post by: SmallFry on Fri, 15 February 2013, 10:38:34
Post by: daerid on Fri, 15 February 2013, 11:02:36
I've been looking for a good burr grinder, I have my eye on this one (http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Coffee-Hand-Grinder-Skerton/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=15NRH5E4WMNVK&coliid=I3TA9SIQTQZ75D). Any comments or suggestiongs?
In my Mr. Coffee? Not a chance that it'll taste good, will it? I have a grinder and what not, but just a regular drip pot.
Buy an AeroPress (http://www.amazon.com/Aerobie-AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso-Maker/dp/B0047BIWSK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360947815&sr=8-1&keywords=AeroPress). Inexpensive, makes exactly how much coffee you need, and it's the best tasting coffee I've ever had. Only takes like 5 minutes if you have an electric kettle, too.
Post by: Excaliborg on Fri, 15 February 2013, 11:28:39
I upgraded from a Capresso Infinity to a Baratza Encore at the beginning of the year and it works extremely well for anything from espresso to french press.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 15 February 2013, 11:43:32
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Step1- Grind da beans! I use a hand-crank ceramic conical burr grinder on an espresso grind. The finer your grind the more it reacts to temperature. Higher temp releases more from teh beans!
Step2- Ready the aeropress for an 'inverted' brew method. Start i3oiling (lulz) your water to your desired temp.
Step3- One scoop of lovely lovely freshly ground coffee
Step4- Pour water (@ desired temp) enough to wet the beans. Watch the grounds gas off.
Step5- Once the grounds stop creating large bubbles from gassing pour almost fill the rest of the aeropress tube.
Step6- Stir genly w/included aeropress paddle.
Step7- use a bit more water to wash the coffee on paddle back into the coffee. (I USE IT ALL DERNIT)
Step8- Put on filter and top being VERY careful not to get burnt.
Step9- Flip the Aeropress over onto a mug holding the body and plunger of the press firmly so that the plunger/body do not come off and prevent burns.
Step10- Apply constant pressure to the aeropress.
Step11- Worship through consumption.
HAIL BEAN
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 15 February 2013, 12:04:39
As for trading I have access to a myriad of local stuff, Blue Bottle, Ritual, Four Barrel and Sight Glass as well as Sweet Maria's for unroasted beans. I'm will to trade with anyone interested in trying any of these companies coffees.
ISO Stumptown FT various Bay Area coffees
Man I miss Stumptown so much... :(
Post by: Lanx on Fri, 15 February 2013, 13:04:08
yea as far as i can tell, the hario (or variants kyocera) get rave reviews as far as handcrank goes. (i keep forgetting to buy one, bleh)
gonna put links in here so i can come back to it when i have time to shop!
tiny hario (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001804CLY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001804CLY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)(what i call the cute version lol, there's a bigger bulb sized hario)
kyocera bulb bigger version (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003S9XF7K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003S9XF7K&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
33 and 50bucks respectively
it's cheap when you see that this is the zenith of handcrank grinders, the next one up that ppl cannot complain about are those 1,000 dollar electric burr grinders.
Binge tutorial is basicaly the step by step best tutorial, imo.
notes
step 2, for ppl that are new to aeropress this means you place the plunger on the table, attach the tube to it. this basically creates a brew pot, depending on how long you want it (most say 30seconds?) don't worry, even if it's upside down, the coffee and boiling water will not leak, it's practically impossible unless it's cracked, even then i've dropped the aero press many times!, i'm sure ppl who have used one and responds here will say the same, dropped it tons, hasn't broken.
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 15 February 2013, 13:11:40
Cheap store brand coffee made one pot at a time in a cheap coffee maker. At night, I turn off the pot heater and microwave the next day to re-heat. A bit of sugar and chocolate/vanilla flavored creamer
However, still better than instant coffee. That stuff tastes like hobo taint
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 15 February 2013, 13:13:01
Post by: SmallFry on Fri, 15 February 2013, 13:26:58
Post by: Binge on Fri, 15 February 2013, 15:38:27
Just added myself to the Ledger. I will have to find some local brews...
http://tinyurl.com/d5k7otp
Dey're called roasters :)
Post by: webs0r on Fri, 15 February 2013, 16:04:51
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To getting a bit more serious about my addiction:
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Freshness of the roast trumps almost everything, if you want to taste the complexities of the underlying bean. I agree with a prior poster, get beans with the roast date explicitly written/stamped on the pack. The one-way valve packs are best. If unfamiliar with a seller, and they don't specify the roast date, ask them. Different coffees can vary as to when they "peak" after roasting but generally its like 3-7 days. Then finish it all as soon as possible !!! :)) Enjoy with friends.
I keep an excel list of my coffee ratings because I try so many, I don't remember which ones I liked ;D It's useful to have.
I also filter my tap water via a Brita filter. Mostly to stop limescale buildup in the machine, as the water in Melbourne is generally excellent.
For the Aeropressers I notice there are kettles now that you can dial in a temperature? Could be useful to hit the lower temps you need - what is it, 75-80 deg C or so! I wish I had one when I was Aeropressing!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 15 February 2013, 18:25:05
See what happens when you make off-hand comments in IRC? Everyone wants to join in on the fun and soon WalletHack has it's talons sinking deeper and deeper into your wallets :p
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 15 February 2013, 18:26:42
???????????????????
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How good is the Aeropress? I've heard nothing but good things about it and would be willing to give it a try
Post by: webs0r on Fri, 15 February 2013, 18:56:07
Just google for tips to get the best coffee out of it.
IIRC, it generally means a coarser grind and lower temperature water than you would use for an Espresso shot. (I think because the grind is steeping in the water for longer, it will start releasing the bitterness after it extracts the goodness, so you counter this with the coarseness/temp to just get the best parts)
If you go somewhere and get your grind done for you, ask them if they have a setting for Aeropress.
And don't get too much at a time! As it will degrade much more quickly when its ground vs whole beans. Keeping it in the fridge should help.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 15 February 2013, 20:10:06
The Aeropress is awesome! And so inexpensive it is always worth giving it a shot and compare it to your other favourite brewing methods.
Just google for tips to get the best coffee out of it.
IIRC, it generally means a coarser grind and lower temperature water than you would use for an Espresso shot. (I think because the grind is steeping in the water for longer, it will start releasing the bitterness after it extracts the goodness, so you counter this with the coarseness/temp to just get the best parts)
If you go somewhere and get your grind done for you, ask them if they have a setting for Aeropress.
And don't get too much at a time! As it will degrade much more quickly when its ground vs whole beans. Keeping it in the fridge should help.
After you get really good with one I'd say start messing with grounds which are more fine than medium grind and with your temperature. The results can be surprising.
Next weekend I'm going to a 200+ user lan and I'm going to bring my brew kit along. Charging $1.20 a mug. heeeeeheeee
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 19 February 2013, 18:07:59
(http://i.imgur.com/WirQpjY.jpg)
Oh yeah, and these!
(http://i.imgur.com/aWabUga.jpg)
I cannot WAIT to try them. Plus, they came in this amazing vacuum seal bag. Way better than my packaging =(
I'll post an update about the brewed coffee later.
Post by: Excaliborg on Tue, 19 February 2013, 18:56:15
Can you save different profiles in there for grind settings using the display after you dial in proper consistency for a new batch of beans, such as x amount of grams to be ground within x seconds?
Post by: webs0r on Tue, 19 February 2013, 20:57:16
@webs0r: What kind of grinder is that? It looks like a Mazzer with some customization.
Can you save different profiles in there for grind settings using the display after you dial in proper consistency for a new batch of beans, such as x amount of grams to be ground within x seconds?
It's a Macap M4D actually.
Yes to setting grind time, no to setting a dosage.
You can set the grind time digitally for a 2 profiles: "single" and "double". It also has a continuous mode where it grinds while you press your group handle up against the red button. (Interestingly it also counts the number of single/double shots ground over its lifetime!)
It can't measure the actual dosage in grams though. So that would vary with the time and the fineness you set via the collar, also the beans seem to affect it as well (ie the roast/how oily they are, and maybe how much weight is in the hopper)
I've found that I've found the ideal 'close' setting that most of my fresh coffee is close to and then tweak to adjust. Unfortunately I can't get perfect consistency in the dosage unless I add some funky steps into the 'workflow'.
Also inevitably some grind ends up on the bench with this doserless design. I just suck it up with a portable vacuum :))
Post by: deepthawt on Tue, 19 February 2013, 22:04:06
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We put this on one gas burner, and a small pot of milk on low.
7 minutes later, the coffee is ready,
the milk frother wand is used and...caffellatte.
Post by: Binge on Wed, 20 February 2013, 10:21:54
We've been using one of these espresso makers every morning, for years,
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We put this on one gas burner, and a small pot of milk on low.
7 minutes later, the coffee is ready,
the milk frother wand is used and...caffellatte.
Such a device without a name? What is the brand/model?
Post by: webs0r on Wed, 20 February 2013, 14:30:41
Post by: Dianoda on Wed, 20 February 2013, 15:53:34
I'm definitely investing in an arrow press and ceramic burr grinder soon (anyone have any experience with Hario?).
As for trading I have access to a myriad of local stuff, Blue Bottle, Ritual, Four Barrel and Sight Glass as well as Sweet Maria's for unroasted beans. I'm will to trade with anyone interested in trying any of these companies coffees.
ISO Stumptown FT various Bay Area coffees
Man I miss Stumptown so much... :(
Just flipped through the thread and figured I could comment on the Hario grinder...
I have one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Coffee-Hand-Grinder-Skerton/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1361396413&sr=8-2&keywords=hario+grinder
It's nice, quality of grind, ability to select your desired grind, and durability of the unit are all strong points, you will tire of grinding by hand eventually (it might take a few years to get to that point), but my only real complaint about the unit is there not being any kind of cover to prevent the occasional bit of bean from flying out of the grinder when the hopper is nearly empty.
As for the GH coffee exchange - joined. At the end of the month I'm moving near a nice coffee shop in Chicago that roasts it's own beans - Ipsento, easily the best coffee I've had in the city (they have a crazy coffee menu, too - check 'em out if you are ever in the city, highly recommended, completely worth it - http://www.yelp.com/biz/ipsento-chicago)
Post by: tauburn on Wed, 20 February 2013, 21:24:54
http://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-Line-Series-Coffee-Black/dp/B003AM7KIK/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1361416978&sr=1-1&keywords=kitchen+aid+proline+coffee+grinder
I like it alot. The difference from my old blade grinder is mind blowing. I've been drinking a lot of Stumptown and Counter Culture coffee. Been meaning to find a roaster in philadelphia but im not sure where to go.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 20 February 2013, 21:33:35
I like it alot. The difference from my old blade grinder is mind blowing. I've been drinking a lot of Stumptown and Counter Culture coffee. Been meaning to find a roaster in philadelphia but im not sure where to go.
You can always go to yelp.com and to find a place. That's how I learned about Coffee Emporium. Binge can attest to their coffee and how good it is ^_^
Post by: tauburn on Wed, 20 February 2013, 21:41:47
I like it alot. The difference from my old blade grinder is mind blowing. I've been drinking a lot of Stumptown and Counter Culture coffee. Been meaning to find a roaster in philadelphia but im not sure where to go.
You can always go to yelp.com and to find a place. That's how I learned about Coffee Emporium. Binge can attest to their coffee and how good it is ^_^
Oh i've found places. the problem is i found too many. As stupid as that sounds i just dont know which one to go to.
Post by: deepthawt on Wed, 20 February 2013, 21:45:49
Such a device without a name? What is the brand/model?
The coffee maker is from GSI outdoors.
http://www.gsioutdoors.com/products/pdp/4_cup_aluminum_mini_expresso (http://www.gsioutdoors.com/products/pdp/4_cup_aluminum_mini_expresso)
http://www.gsioutdoors.com/products/pdp/4_cup_stainless_mini_expresso (http://www.gsioutdoors.com/products/pdp/4_cup_stainless_mini_expresso)
My then g/f (now married) sent it to me when I got back from Germany and was stranded in a small town up north in Alberta Canada. I had been using a french press until then and this little gem was a wonderful transformation.
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It works similar to what some may know as a Bialetti espresso maker.
The water goes in the bottom, a funnel like attachment holds the coffee in its basket and the stem is immersed in the water.
The heated water is pressurised and is forced up the funnel, through the coffee and up the pipe, into the cup sitting on the shelf under the spiggot. The sound of the hot water and steam at the end alerts you the unit needs to be taken off the burner.
Pardon my crude drawing, but the coffee is wonderful and cleanup is easy, no paper filters just wash and dry.
Post by: Lanx on Wed, 20 February 2013, 22:33:06
Post by: silat on Thu, 21 February 2013, 00:12:45
As a hopeless coffee addict, I LOVE THIS.
I've been looking for a good burr grinder, I have my eye on this one (http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Coffee-Hand-Grinder-Skerton/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=15NRH5E4WMNVK&coliid=I3TA9SIQTQZ75D). Any comments or suggestiongs?In my Mr. Coffee? Not a chance that it'll taste good, will it? I have a grinder and what not, but just a regular drip pot.
Buy an AeroPress (http://www.amazon.com/Aerobie-AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso-Maker/dp/B0047BIWSK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360947815&sr=8-1&keywords=AeroPress). Inexpensive, makes exactly how much coffee you need, and it's the best tasting coffee I've ever had. Only takes like 5 minutes if you have an electric kettle, too.
Coffeegeek is a pretty good forum for info......
Post by: webs0r on Thu, 21 February 2013, 01:09:29
serious question, is it supposed to look like a kitchen sink?, seriously it looks like barbie's cooking set, but what kind of grind size for this thing? corse or fine?
It's a percolator so coarser (relative to espresso) as the water boils through it. But finer than say, a french press (where it just sits there in the water the whole time).
IMO I prefer the Aeropress over percolator. You get better control of water temperature + "brew time", so you can get more of the good bits and less of the bitterness.
Plus the paper filters are great, I find typical percolators let a bit of grind pass up with the boiling water, so you get some grind in the cup, which will release more bitterness as it sits in there. The paper filter in the Aeropress doesn't let anything through.
For crema and heavy body though, machine is best!
Post by: Lanx on Thu, 21 February 2013, 01:38:25
either that or my aeropress is getting old.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 21 February 2013, 12:37:19
actually if you grind too fine on an aeropress you will have a bit of silt, where the aeropress twists to connect is actually an area where water can escape from and silt will follow (the notches). i try to combat this by wetting the filter first so that it "sticks" to the blackbottom better and makes a tighter seal all around, but stuff still escapes.
either that or my aeropress is getting old.
You can also bloom your grounds. I highly recommend that in addition to wetting your filter. I use an espresso grind with my press.
Totally into trying that interesting looking GSI outdoors coffee maker deepthawt mentioned! Thanks for the tip. I love moka pot. Great for making coffee with a medium grind.
I know this has been called a percolator but in fact it is a moka pot http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moka_pot
Post by: tauburn on Thu, 21 February 2013, 14:02:53
actually if you grind too fine on an aeropress you will have a bit of silt, where the aeropress twists to connect is actually an area where water can escape from and silt will follow (the notches). i try to combat this by wetting the filter first so that it "sticks" to the blackbottom better and makes a tighter seal all around, but stuff still escapes.
either that or my aeropress is getting old.
You can also bloom your grounds. I highly recommend that in addition to wetting your filter. I use an espresso grind with my press.
Totally into trying that interesting looking GSI outdoors coffee maker deepthawt mentioned! Thanks for the tip. I love moka pot. Great for making coffee with a medium grind.
I know this has been called a percolator but in fact it is a moka pot http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moka_pot
I've been using a moka pot recently it's pretty good but i never get as tasty results as french press.
Post by: webs0r on Thu, 21 February 2013, 14:44:35
actually if you grind too fine on an aeropress you will have a bit of silt, where the aeropress twists to connect is actually an area where water can escape from and silt will follow (the notches). i try to combat this by wetting the filter first so that it "sticks" to the blackbottom better and makes a tighter seal all around, but stuff still escapes.
either that or my aeropress is getting old.
You can also bloom your grounds. I highly recommend that in addition to wetting your filter. I use an espresso grind with my press.
Totally into trying that interesting looking GSI outdoors coffee maker deepthawt mentioned! Thanks for the tip. I love moka pot. Great for making coffee with a medium grind.
I know this has been called a percolator but in fact it is a moka pot http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moka_pot
Ohhh so that is what is properly called. Thanks for that.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 21 February 2013, 17:02:59
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I too learn so much here! Thanks everyone.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 22 February 2013, 19:15:25
Post by: Lanx on Sun, 24 February 2013, 21:35:44
http://www.amazon.com/Melitta-Ready-Single-Coffee-Brewer/dp/B0014CVEH6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361756813&sr=8-1&keywords=melita
still makes really nice, i don't have the collapsable yellow thing, just thought it'd be cool for travellers. for the filters i still have lots of #2 laying around. costs are more than aero press since the filters are way larger. like 3 to 4x more.
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 24 February 2013, 21:47:20
for some reason amazon held up my aeropress filters, and i ran out i mean i gave them a week to ship, so i took out my melita
http://www.amazon.com/Melitta-Ready-Single-Coffee-Brewer/dp/B0014CVEH6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361756813&sr=8-1&keywords=melita
still makes really nice, i don't have the collapsable yellow thing, just thought it'd be cool for travellers. for the filters i still have lots of #2 laying around. costs are more than aero press since the filters are way larger. like 3 to 4x more.
those are good as long as the water is the right temperature. just under boiling. if you get a japanese hot water despenser it makes it even easier
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 25 February 2013, 04:23:37
Post by: webs0r on Mon, 25 February 2013, 05:54:05
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 25 February 2013, 08:20:09
Post by: mashby on Mon, 25 February 2013, 11:32:06
Oh, here's a photo of my office setup
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8527/8507904602_5f2b51d85d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8507904602/)
Office Coffee (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8507904602/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
Office Coffee (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8507904602/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
Post by: Dianoda on Mon, 25 February 2013, 11:55:49
Post by: Binge on Mon, 25 February 2013, 12:06:41
So I drink coffee as a treat on the weekends. If I drink it durnig the week, it messes with my sleep schedule. I didn't get to try Binge's Costa Rican until tonight. First off, it's amazingly smooth. Very little bitterness. It's almost chocolately. And it's darker than the medium roast (forget exactly where they're from) beans I sent to Binge. Excuse me as I go and make 3 more cups of this deliciousness ^_^
Really happy you enjoyed yourself~ I've been mixing your coffee beans in with a local house blend, and I believe the best of both coffees blended together. Really glad this all got started!
So... help your GH neighbor try something new. Exchange some beans!
Shouldn't we add our addresses so that we can ship coffee to each other? Is that what we're doing?
You can do what you want ;) But the ledger has everyone's username who WANTS to be a part of the exchange. I understand the need for people's privacy, and I am making this a bit tough to get people's information to send surprise coffee. Just PM anyone who's on the list and ask to swap some coffee! This was the best way I could think of to keep information private.
Post by: mashby on Mon, 25 February 2013, 12:07:31
Nice, I've been eyeing one of those Silvia's for my new home office... also, how do you like the Rocky grinder? I'm currently using an aeropress/Breville 800XL burr grinder, but am moving to a new apartment in about a week and the grinder isn't coming with me (I'll be grinding by hand until I find a replacement).
The whole setup is amazing. I think if your goal is to try and make coffee shop level espresso, it's a hard system to beat.
The grinder is excellent, but it does lump the grounds a little bit and having the dozer means it's a non-issue. Below is a somewhat silly video, but they go into great detail about the two models.
Post by: OrangeJewce on Mon, 25 February 2013, 21:38:02
I have the choice of a couple of local roasters (time for an adventure!):
Note: This will be as much an adventure for me as you guys, so there may be some coffee's I buy that nobody likes XD, and I have never been to any of these local roasters!
Paradise Roasters: http://www.paradiseroasters.com/ --> Minneapolis area.
Dogwood Coffee: http://www.dogwoodcoffee.com/ --> Minneapolis area.
Truestone Coffee: www.truestonecoffee.com/ --> St. Paul area.
Let me know what you guys think!
Cheers,
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 27 February 2013, 20:02:08
Post by: deepthawt on Wed, 27 February 2013, 20:55:03
Can you explain a doser to me?
if you look at the video in mashby's post it explains it, basically the ground coffee goes into a carousel of hoppers (dosers) that deposit into the coffee makers basket.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:05:15
Can you explain a doser to me?
if you look at the video in mashby's post it explains it, basically the ground coffee goes into a carousel of hoppers (dosers) that deposit into the coffee makers basket.
=Mind Blown=
Post by: Binge on Thu, 28 February 2013, 11:52:48
Can you explain a doser to me?
if you look at the video in mashby's post it explains it, basically the ground coffee goes into a carousel of hoppers (dosers) that deposit into the coffee makers basket.
=Mind Blown=
Coffee gets pretty fancy.
EVERYONE I'm going to be divvying up a pound of fresh beans and shipping them out Monday. PM me your addresses and I'll send ya some beans for exchange! Just send yours to the return address on the package.
Post by: OrangeJewce on Thu, 28 February 2013, 12:20:55
Can you explain a doser to me?
if you look at the video in mashby's post it explains it, basically the ground coffee goes into a carousel of hoppers (dosers) that deposit into the coffee makers basket.
=Mind Blown=
Coffee gets pretty fancy.
EVERYONE I'm going to be divvying up a pound of fresh beans and shipping them out Monday. PM me your addresses and I'll send ya some beans for exchange! Just send yours to the return address on the package.
I'm going to the roaster today Binge! You might be getting a whole pound just for you XD
Cheers,
Post by: mashby on Thu, 28 February 2013, 16:32:26
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 February 2013, 16:36:46
My roaster provides 8oz bags and I was thinking of sending out 2oz samples. Anyone feel that that is not enough coffee?
Sounds good to me. :D
Post by: Binge on Thu, 28 February 2013, 16:43:02
My roaster provides 8oz bags and I was thinking of sending out 2oz samples. Anyone feel that that is not enough coffee?
enough for a few cups and maybe a couple different brews. Sounds good to me.
Post by: OrangeJewce on Thu, 28 February 2013, 16:49:54
Binge you'll most likely simply get a full lb of beans from me early next week. Sorry for the delay man, you know it's all love!
Cheers,
Post by: Binge on Thu, 28 February 2013, 16:54:21
Post by: mashby on Thu, 28 February 2013, 17:16:19
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 February 2013, 17:30:36
@bing and @CPTBadAss are already on the list, so I have one more slot available for sending a 2oz sample. First person to PM me their address get's it.
YGPM Mashby :D:D
Post by: KangarooZombies on Fri, 01 March 2013, 01:00:53
Post by: calavera on Fri, 01 March 2013, 01:16:45
Post by: KangarooZombies on Fri, 01 March 2013, 01:26:05
How much coffee do you guys drink a day? I've been having 4 cups in the morning....and I think I should cut back.1 in the morning, 1 in the car on the way to work, 3 in the afternoon (if im not working), then 2-3 at night.
Post by: webs0r on Fri, 01 March 2013, 04:48:42
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 01 March 2013, 06:40:10
Post by: OrangeJewce on Fri, 01 March 2013, 08:14:05
Cheers,
Post by: mashby on Fri, 01 March 2013, 08:17:48
If I'm at a restaurant and have a heavy dinner, I'll usually have a cup of coffee after dinner. Espresso if it looks like they know what they're doing. Same things goes for holiday dinners, I'll make a pot or two of coffee with the Chemex after everyone's eaten.
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 01 March 2013, 14:41:56
Post by: Binge on Fri, 01 March 2013, 15:29:28
***SPECIAL NOTE TO EVERYONE EXCHANGING COFFEE***
Please be considerate that one of the most prevalent allergies is a reaction to nuts.
To prevent any serious issues arising from this exchange please sent regular (unflavored/unadulterated roast) coffees ONLY unless otherwise specified by your exchange pal.
Post by: deepthawt on Fri, 01 March 2013, 21:40:32
Will leave more cash for keycaps, yeah that's the ticket
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 01 March 2013, 21:49:48
ok now i'm sufficiently motivated to change my coffee ritual but expense of equipment being high and likelyhood of me maintaining a roasting, grinding custom being low, the cheap and easy route is looking good... That aeropress is calling to me, i can hear it! i'm going to order one.
Will leave more cash for keycaps, yeah that's the ticket
Beginning of the end man. Soon you'll be elbow deep in coffee and keyboard swag. Sad wallet, happy deepthawt :P
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 03 March 2013, 13:36:36
I drink one LARGE container a day. I brew in the morning and put it all in a thermos. Lasts me until the afternoon.
***SPECIAL NOTE TO EVERYONE EXCHANGING COFFEE***
Please be considerate that one of the most prevalent allergies is a reaction to nuts.
To prevent any serious issues arising from this exchange please sent regular (unflavored/unadulterated roast) coffees ONLY unless otherwise specified by your exchange pal.
Flavored coffee isnt real coffee. Natural coffee only should go without saying for this.
Post by: codymaust on Sun, 03 March 2013, 18:21:26
I'm thinking of heading over this weekend, but they have a pretty nice online store setup as well.
greenstreetcoffee.com/shop
Post by: Binge on Tue, 05 March 2013, 10:07:49
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 05 March 2013, 10:08:28
4 exchangers will have new coffee by Friday at the latest!
Ooo-rah! :D I just ran out of your Costa Rican beans and I'm jonesing for some new amazing-ness
Post by: OrangeJewce on Tue, 05 March 2013, 10:12:24
4 exchangers will have new coffee by Friday at the latest!
HAWT. Binge I'm still waiting to hear back from the coffee roaster.
Cheers,
Post by: OrangeJewce on Tue, 05 March 2013, 12:49:27
I plan on buying beans this week and shipping no later than next Monday.
Cheers,
P.S. Binge you still will be getting your full amount XD
Post by: deepthawt on Tue, 05 March 2013, 20:07:37
HAIL BEAN
Post by: SmallFry on Tue, 05 March 2013, 20:13:34
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 05 March 2013, 20:26:15
@binge: you inspired me with your pics of the aeropress, i just got one in the mail, nice!
HAIL BEAN
ALL HAIL THE BEAN, O GLORIOUS DELIVERER OF CAFFEINE AND GOODNESS.
Post by: tauburn on Tue, 05 March 2013, 21:33:08
Hey Tauburn, have you ever been to Green Street Roasters in South Phila?
I'm thinking of heading over this weekend, but they have a pretty nice online store setup as well.
greenstreetcoffee.com/shop
i've heard of them. i think i'll get my next bag of coffee there
Post by: emptyk on Wed, 06 March 2013, 12:36:09
Post by: Binge on Thu, 07 March 2013, 10:13:36
It is caffeine heaven! Unfortunately I didn't get to brew it to spec and it isn't as tasty as it can get. :(
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 08 March 2013, 18:05:04
(http://i.imgur.com/jtXJ4y3.jpg)
Post by: Binge on Fri, 08 March 2013, 21:42:55
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 09 March 2013, 08:48:33
Binge, what was the blend that I sent you? I forgot.
Post by: codyeatworld on Sat, 09 March 2013, 08:58:31
its called americas best coffee -__-
i like the aeropress pictures, i think im too lazy to do something like that in the morning.
Post by: mashby on Sat, 09 March 2013, 09:13:43
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8541154435_90f36e1b2e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/)
GeekHack Coffee Exchange (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
GeekHack Coffee Exchange (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
I plan on doing a brew tomorrow using my Chemex and I'll do another post after I've had a taste. Also, I'm picking up my beans later today and sending them out by Monday.
Post by: Binge on Sat, 09 March 2013, 09:25:43
Thoughts on the Binge House Blend: Very low acid with a touch of a bitter aftertaste which counters the sugar nicely. It's actually a lot like the blend I sent Binge originally. I like it but I think I botched the grind and it was a little too coarse. I'll try again tomorrow with a finer blend to see if any of the flavor profiles change.
Binge, what was the blend that I sent you? I forgot.
you sent me a roast of el salvadore beans. they do taste great mixed with the house blend
Post by: OrangeJewce on Sat, 09 March 2013, 09:34:28
The grind: not very aromatic, very dark and rich. Beans needed a little bit of extra grinding compared to my local roasts.
The brewed cup: Sweet, but with a sour finish and aftertaste.
Caution:
The flavor will very widely on ratio of grind to water. I will make a second pot later that is stronger and if my findings are different edit my post.
Pix of Binge goodies!
http://imgur.com/a/c9Lul
Cheers,
Post by: Binge on Sat, 09 March 2013, 09:53:08
the coffee im drinking right now is horrible :(
its called americas best coffee -__-
i like the aeropress pictures, i think im too lazy to do something like that in the morning.
An aeropress will always be there and is a great tool for learning more about extracting bean. If you ever get the motivation for great weekend coffee that's the ticket!
Just brewed up a cup of Binge. The beans before grinding were aromatic, definitely had some fruit, and maybe just the slightest hint of chocolate.
The grind: not very aromatic, very dark and rich. Beans needed a little bit of extra grinding compared to my local roasts.
The brewed cup: Sweet, but with a sour finish and aftertaste.
Caution:
The flavor will very widely on ratio of grind to water. I will make a second pot later that is stronger and if my findings are different edit my post.
Pix of Binge goodies!
http://imgur.com/a/c9Lul
Cheers,
Yes! The bean can get very watered down. Increase the temperature of water for courser grind or go for a more fine grind. :)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 09 March 2013, 10:25:25
Post by: deepthawt on Sat, 09 March 2013, 12:39:30
I really need to get my hands on an Aeropress. But I feel like I'm cheating on my French Press :p
i could send you our old french press to keep yours company while you indulge yourself with something that really gives you what you need.
HAIL BEAN
Post by: SmallFry on Sat, 09 March 2013, 12:40:55
Post by: Binge on Sat, 09 March 2013, 17:00:30
I really need to get my hands on an Aeropress. But I feel like I'm cheating on my French Press :p
i could send you our old french press to keep yours company while you indulge yourself with something that really gives you what you need.
HAIL BEAN
How is that aeropress purchase going for ya?
Got my coffee from Binge today... be careful when opening the bubble mailers... I accidentally cut into the bag... :/ Either way, smells delicious, and I appreciate the keycaps Binge!
Oh the humanity >.< poor vac bag
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 09 March 2013, 17:03:10
I really need to get my hands on an Aeropress. But I feel like I'm cheating on my French Press :p
i could send you our old french press to keep yours company while you indulge yourself with something that really gives you what you need.
HAIL BEAN
How is that aeropress purchase going for ya?
I meant to go looking for it IRL but working weekends and 12 hour days on the weekdays is getting in the way of my aeropress and BroBots flow.
Post by: Binge on Sun, 10 March 2013, 00:37:31
Tonight I wanted to take the ol press out again and make something satisfying.
Step 1: Measure out your beans and grind coarse.
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Step 2: Add Hot Water to your grounds enough to 'bloom' coffee
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Step 3: Add additional water at the end of bloom.
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Step 4: Agitate water/grounds solution for 10 seconds or so. Allow mixture to settle. Grounds will rise to the top.
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Step 5: Press slowly with nothing more than the weight of the arm. Serve.
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Post by: tauburn on Sun, 10 March 2013, 00:44:54
I've been using an aeropress for over a year and before that I used the french press a great deal.
Tonight I wanted to take the ol press out again and make something satisfying.
Step 1: Measure out your beans and grind coarse.
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Step 2: Add Hot Water to your grounds enough to 'bloom' coffee
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Step 3: Add additional water at the end of bloom.
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Step 4: Agitate water/grounds solution for 10 seconds or so. Allow mixture to settle. Grounds will rise to the top.
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Step 5: Press slowly with nothing more than the weight of the arm. Serve.
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thats a pretty fine grind for a press. how long did you brew for?
Post by: Binge on Sun, 10 March 2013, 00:47:21
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 10 March 2013, 12:23:54
Mmmmmm, tasty.
Post by: Excaliborg on Sun, 10 March 2013, 14:34:04
(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h203/willkillall/photobucket-68711-1362943590776_zps062118fd.jpg)
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 10 March 2013, 20:35:26
At the most 5 minutes. I've always done a coarse grind by hand grinder, and the coffee grounds almost looks like bean shavings. You can tell the size of the majority of the grounds from the last few pictures.
i generally brew for 4 minutes timed. i grind very coarse.
a little finer than the left pile:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2674/3842865785_4d63c14cf5.jpg)
Post by: SmallFry on Sun, 10 March 2013, 23:02:19
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 11 March 2013, 05:49:44
I shall call it BingeBrew. And it was mighty fine. Thanks for the beans man! I brewed pretty coarse, like suggested via Binge and then brewed in my dripper after trying to bloom the grounds which didn't work well... gotta figure out a better way to do that. Anyways I brewed it, twas delishious, but then I had to go outside for a few hours. It got cold, but was surprisingly still very good. I shall be making more in the morning if I wake up in time. :)
Nothing wrong with cold coffee. I used to make coffee the night before and bring it to work to drink cold. I really like it. And you need to invest in an aeropress/french press. They're relatively cheap :P
Post by: Binge on Tue, 12 March 2013, 14:50:10
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 12 March 2013, 14:52:55
So is anyone sending out beans??
No one's given me addresses and I haven't had a chance to buy any yet.
Post by: mashby on Tue, 12 March 2013, 15:55:02
So is anyone sending out beans??
I have some beans coming your way this week. If I can get out of the office this afternoon, I'll get them in the mail today.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 14 March 2013, 10:41:06
So is anyone sending out beans??
I have some beans coming your way this week. If I can get out of the office this afternoon, I'll get them in the mail today.
Fantastic! This rough week can only end well I guess?
::EDIT:: Holy crap this thing looks awesome!
(http://www.veniacoffee.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Espro-Press6.jpg)
Manufacturer Website (It's not veniacoffee.com) (http://espro.ca/espro-press/)
Post by: mashby on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:17:52
The following people should be receiving 75g/2.66oz coffee samples next week:
- Binge
- CPTBadAss
- OrangeJewce
The Coffee
The beans are sourced from a distributor out of Austin, TX who purchases the beans directly from the farm. The green beans are then shipped here to Nashville where Crema Coffee (http://www.crema-coffee.com) performs the roasting with a Diedrich IR12 (http://www.diedrichmanufacturing.com/index.cfm?page=IRSeries=).
The Roast
Name: "El Salvador"
Origin: Apaneca-Ilamatepec
Farm: Finca Las Delicias
Tasting Notes:
- 75% Dark Chocolate
- Naval Orange
- Demerara Sugar
My Two Cents
The first thing you'll no doubt note is that the beans are roasted to a much lighter color than what you'll typically find. This is because the coffee is roasted to flavor, not to color. I'm certainly no expert, but from what the crew at Crema has explained to me, they test and experiment with each bean until they find the roast that best brings out the most flavor. This means that the beans are not over-extracted and bitter, which is what you'll find with "oily" beans.
I'll admit that it took a little getting used to the Crema blends. I was used to a much stronger and more bitter style of roast, but I was also an early adopter (shocker) and they were still dialing in their roasting methods (http://www.crema-coffee.com/blog/guest-post-crema-slow-bar/). Now that I've grown accustomed to the lighter, cleaner taste, I'm hooked and "El Salvador" is my favorite coffee from Crema.
Feel free to try the coffee any which way you like. My favorite brew method for home is using a Chemex (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NTMHRW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000NTMHRW&linkCode=as2&tag=mashbycom-20). This is a corse grind, but not as corse as French Press and I use a 16-to-1 ratio. In other words, 50g of coffee, yields 800g of coffee. Each sample pack includes 75g of coffee.
Photos
Below are two photos from the packaging of the bag
- Photo 1 (http://l.mashby.com/5lde)
- Photo 2 (http://l.mashby.com/5lde)
I hope you guys enjoy the samples!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:33:12
Post by: mashby on Sun, 17 March 2013, 11:42:03
I received Binge's House Blend beans approximately 8 days ago. I say this only to point out that I did not brew the beans as quickly as I should have. I don't think waiting a week made the beans go stale, but they are not as fresh as they were when I first received them. Thankfully, Binge put them in a vacuum sealed bag, so I think there was a good bit of leeway in taking a week to sample them. Thank you Binge!
Typically, I make coffee in a Chemex, so to keep everything as consistent as possible to what I'm used to, I brewed Binge's beans in the same manner -- same grind, same tools, etc.
The Brew
There wasn't much of a bloom with my first pour. I blame this more on my delay in brewing, than with the beans themselves. I also found the brew to be a bid muddy which tells me I should have followed Binge's advice and gone a little coarser with my grind. Given the brew time, I was in the ballpark so I don't think any large adjustment was required.
Aroma
Smokey, which I like a lot, and carmelized sugar.
Taste
Very earthy overall. I tasted a good bit of dark chocolate and Guinness with hints of clove and star anise. If this were a beer, I'd call it a stout.
Conclusion
I enjoyed these beans very much. It's a very hearty blend for people who enjoy a really good, dark, strong cup of coffee. It was a departure from what I've grown accustomed to these days, but they definitely took me back to the days when this was my norm. It was a delicious trip down memory lane.
Should I receive any samples in the future, I'll break up the batch into two brews so that I can overcome any difference I run into with the first brew.
Thank you Binge for kicking this Coffee Exchange off and for including me with your first samples. It was a lot of fun and I look forward to doing this again soon. Also, thank you for including the two key caps, that was definitely unexpected!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8541154435_90f36e1b2e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/)
GeekHack Coffee Exchange (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
GeekHack Coffee Exchange (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mashby/8541154435/) by Michael Ashby (http://www.flickr.com/people/mashby/), on Flickr
Post by: Binge on Tue, 19 March 2013, 15:10:05
Looking forward to receiving any samples this week. My new machine arrived, and through a lot of testing I've gotten the temperature, water, grind, and dosage set.
I'll be testing these settings with each bean I receive.
You can see the results in my potato pics,
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Post by: tauburn on Tue, 19 March 2013, 15:17:56
Post by: Binge on Wed, 20 March 2013, 20:33:30
Today I came home to a pleasant return to this exchange. Mashby sent me some of his local roaster's light roast beans. Came with a sweet little care package. Can't thank M. enough for passing me these sweet sweet keys.
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The Brew Tools: Aeropress + Kaffeology Metal filter
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Grind: More coarse side of medium grind.
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Brew Time: 133 seconds including bloom.
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Observations!
These beans are not the oily type. They have a bright color palette ranging from sand to milk chocolate.
Bean Aroma: Smell of vanilla and banana.
Ground Aroma: Bright seasonal spices, citrus, and birch.
Brew Aroma: Vanilla and oddly a cigar (ACID BLONDIE) that's been sitting in the sun.
Tasting Notes: I taste a citrus brightness and I am again reminded of an unlit ACID BLONDIE cigar. The liquid is smooth, without the slightest harshness, and finishes lightly with vanilla.
Other thoughts: I am going to try this through my espresso machine even though this created a really pleasant bright cup of coffee. In fact it was THE BRIGHTEST of cups I've ever had. The unique acidity and subtle albeit high caffeine content make this brew open my eyes to start and then keep them open after the cup is gone. I didn't think I'd get so wired, but I guess that's the deceptive nature of a light roast!
Post by: mashby on Wed, 20 March 2013, 21:24:57
Brew Review: Mashby's Beans
Today I came home to a pleasant return to this exchange. Mashby sent me some of his local roaster's light roast beans. Came with a sweet little care package. Can't thank M. enough for passing me these sweet sweet keys.
(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)
The Brew Tools: Aeropress + Kaffeology Metal filter
(Attachment Link)
Grind: More coarse side of medium grind.
(Attachment Link)
Brew Time: 133 seconds including bloom.
(Attachment Link)
Observations!
These beans are not the oily type. They have a bright color palette ranging from sand to milk chocolate.
Bean Aroma: Smell of vanilla and banana.
Ground Aroma: Bright seasonal spices, citrus, and birch.
Brew Aroma: Vanilla and oddly a cigar (ACID BLONDIE) that's been sitting in the sun.
Tasting Notes: I taste a citrus brightness and I am again reminded of an unlit ACID BLONDIE cigar. The liquid is smooth, without the slightest harshness, and finishes lightly with vanilla.
Other thoughts: I am going to try this through my espresso machine even though this created a really pleasant bright cup of coffee. In fact it was THE BRIGHTEST of cups I've ever had. The unique acidity and subtle albeit high caffeine content make this brew open my eyes to start and then keep them open after the cup is gone. I didn't think I'd get so wired, but I guess that's the deceptive nature of a light roast!
A photo review! How awesome! :eek:
I'm glad everything arrived safe and sound and I hope you had fun with it.
Now I'm going to have to go try an Acid Blonde to see if I taste those same flavors. Great descriptions. Thank you.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 20 March 2013, 21:29:11
Post by: Binge on Fri, 22 March 2013, 11:17:55
Philadelphia - http://greenstreetcoffee.com/
Reading - http://www.readingcoffee.com/
Greencastle - http://greencastlecoffee.com/
Anyone who wants to be included in the next run please let me know your thoughts. I can only do one at a time, so if anyone has a good feeling about one of these places or my original roaster I'd consider your comments in my decision making :)
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 22 March 2013, 11:57:19
Fellas I've got three new places I'd like to try and source from PA. Two are closer to my hometown, and the other one is more local to my current location.
Philadelphia - http://greenstreetcoffee.com/
Reading - http://www.readingcoffee.com/
Greencastle - http://greencastlecoffee.com/
Anyone who wants to be included in the next run please let me know your thoughts. I can only do one at a time, so if anyone has a good feeling about one of these places or my original roaster I'd consider your comments in my decision making :)
i'm planning on going to both the philly and reading ones soon. theres also a roaster in newtown square called Burlap and Bean if you havent heard of it.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 22 March 2013, 12:40:20
Fellas I've got three new places I'd like to try and source from PA. Two are closer to my hometown, and the other one is more local to my current location.
Philadelphia - http://greenstreetcoffee.com/
Reading - http://www.readingcoffee.com/
Greencastle - http://greencastlecoffee.com/
Anyone who wants to be included in the next run please let me know your thoughts. I can only do one at a time, so if anyone has a good feeling about one of these places or my original roaster I'd consider your comments in my decision making :)
i'm planning on going to both the philly and reading ones soon. theres also a roaster in newtown square called Burlap and Bean if you havent heard of it.
I know Burlap and Bean very well. My fiance used to play there relatively often during their open mic. Never knew they roasted... heh they were always quite expensive.
There's a band that played there Vilebred who's singer did a radiohead-like performance accompanied by bongos and acoustic guitars xD
Post by: Binge on Fri, 22 March 2013, 20:33:18
Today I took my lunch break to pay a visit to the local Abednego roaster which is where I've sourced a number of samples for exchange members.
The trip yielded a nice single origin Ethiopian roast which I picked up with my tax return money. (Pleasant surprise Federales, pleasant surprise.)
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Brew Review: Ethiopian Abednego Roasted
This dark roast is a single origin fair trade piece of work. The roast meter on the bag shows as darker, so for Abednego I was worried this might mean burnt beyond belief.
I ground the beans and they broke apart really easily. This sort of set my over-roasted senses on high alert. A lot of times a bean that breaks apart too easily is too close to straight charcoal.
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I know from experience that Abednego's methods tend to make a darker bean, and one thing I liked was that the color was consistant throughout and none of it was black. The even toned bean smelled very similar in the bag and ground.
The aroma is purely floral. Very earthy in that regard but very very much like sitting in the woods while in hot bloom.
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Brew method was exactly the same as I had with Mashby's beans. Kaffeology aeropress filter, medium grind, 7 grams of coffee, bloomed, with 197 deg water added until the foam reached the lip of the aeropress. Stirred for 10 seconds and a slow even press.
The smell reveals everything this coffee has to offer. It's clean, buttery smooth, dark, and floral during and after. This is like the oolong of coffees with it's one distinct flavor which relaxes while it caffeinates. This is definitely an evening cup.
My final thoughts are really just that I want to kick back and relax. Drinking it is as effortless as how I feel this evening is going to turn out. A nice way to start the weekend.
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 22 March 2013, 23:16:33
edit: that last one is best viewed by thumbnail ::)
Post by: Binge on Sun, 24 March 2013, 22:38:34
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Brew Review: Greencastle Roaster's Espresso Blend
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The roaster explained to my fiance that she would not explain what is in the mix. It's simply a blend of African and Asian beans.
It smells of chocolate icing and baked macadamia nut.
Far less oil visible on the medium roasted beans, and that makes this almost stark contrast of the Ethiopian roast from Abednego.
The result from my superautomatic was nothing short of delicious.
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My fiance even made a cup..
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The brew has hints of nut but its prime characteristic is clean and bold coffee flavor that just holds on leading to the next sip.
I'm going to be buying more of this... but I have 4 more coffees to try out! Busy week :)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 25 March 2013, 12:15:11
(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=40285.0;attach=16364;image)
The taste is super light. It's almost all acid and no "coffee" taste. It's very interesting. Almost like half the taste of a normal cup of coffee was lost. But it's really not bad. I mostly taste acid, floral notes like tea, and a bit of citrus.
Post by: Binge on Wed, 27 March 2013, 18:23:41
The Vietnamese on the other hand is a candidate for the next run of exchange! Beautiful coffee that reacts to all kinds of brew methods. The coffee is different when made into espresso, is different when a drip, is different when cold brewed, and that my friends is alright!
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Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 27 March 2013, 18:49:21
Post by: SmallFry on Sat, 30 March 2013, 02:21:59
Post by: Binge on Sat, 30 March 2013, 03:08:39
We've been upgraded to Other Geeky Stuff! Horray! On another note, how fresh can those beans be if they're from Asia, or is from time of roasting to time of brewing that makes coffee go bad?
Beans are usually green until roasted locally. A whole bean can go about two full weeks before starting to go stale, but it is usually best within the first 72 hours after roasting. Really depends on the roast and the bean.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 05 April 2013, 20:12:36
THIS IS AMAZING!!!! sip sip sip sip sip sip DONE
Delicious- tastes of fruit and chocolate and nothing about it is burnt! Much like my costa rican but with much more fruity notes. A complex medium roast. Very enjoyable
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 05 April 2013, 20:19:04
I made some of Jwaz's Giant Steps coffee from Blue Bottle roasters. Reminded me of mashby's coffee. Very acidic with a lot of roasty notes. Plus it smells AMAZING.
Post by: GordonZed on Sat, 06 April 2013, 11:41:20
As soon as I find gainful employment again, I'm buying a set of gaskets for my late-50's era Faema Faemina, and a Kyocera ceramic mill. I can justify buying a $300+ electric grinder to myself, but I can't really convince my girlfriend of its value, so Kyocera it is. :P
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 07 April 2013, 12:09:07
Post by: GordonZed on Sun, 07 April 2013, 19:50:32
I know I sound like a jaded hipster, but I just take my coffee seriously and am jaded about hipsters. :P
I just like that on a forum that I can see a discussion about it, know what setup a person has, and have some idea what frame of reference that recommendation is coming from, or if someone is recommending a good roast, if they've tried it in a french press.
Nothing against people trying new things, and by all means if you've made the switch from Tim Horton's or Dunkin Donuts to real coffee, more power to you, and I wish you all the best on your coffee journey, but I'm not sure I want you making recommendations just yet.
Okay, I'm rambling and making enemies; I'm done.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 07 April 2013, 20:10:45
Post by: jwaz on Sun, 07 April 2013, 20:13:32
Post by: samwisekoi on Sun, 07 April 2013, 20:16:59
Hehehe. I love that Ethiopian too Binge. Definitely my new go-to when I'm not drinking mail coffee :D
I made some of Jwaz's Giant Steps coffee from Blue Bottle roasters. Reminded me of mashby's coffee. Very acidic with a lot of roasty notes. Plus it smells AMAZING.
I am doing mostly Ethiopian these days, switching up with Monsoon Malabar. Had some Kenya AA light roast that made incredible crema, but too much citrus for my taste.
How is this exchange supposed to work? I suppose after Retro DSA I already have mailing addresses.
- Ron I samwisekoi
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 07 April 2013, 20:32:32
Post by: GordonZed on Sun, 07 April 2013, 21:22:36
I'm not a bully :( at least not on purpose
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 07 April 2013, 21:34:06
Post by: deepthawt on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:03:13
Carte Noir from France.
Jacobs Kronung from Germany
Jacobs Meister Rostung also from Germany
Illy espresso from Italy.
I'm wary of mycotoxins and green coffee,
I appreciate the quality controls of the German products.
Always vacuum sealed. Currently I buy my coffee through Amazon Prime.
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:26:35
Post by: Binge on Mon, 08 April 2013, 12:01:02
Q. How do I sign up for the coffee exchange?
A. Simple! You can choose to sign up or to just hop in on it. We discuss our experiences here in this thread, but most arrangements are done over PM. CPTBadAss and I started by exchanging information and sending coffee. We do NOT post personal information here in this thread. There is a sign-in sheet in the OP, but you don't have to sign it. It lets people know that you can be contacted for an exchange over PM. So put yourself out there, ask other GHers you trust in your country or abroad to swap beans, and love every second of your beans :)
Thank you JWAZ- There will be a review of this soon.
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13574727/20130408_103321.jpg)
Post by: GordonZed on Mon, 08 April 2013, 17:27:40
Post by: Binge on Mon, 08 April 2013, 19:39:16
JWAZ's blue bottle pick - Medium roast
Smell unground - Peanuts
Smell ground - bright notes still nutty
Brew method - Aeropress, water @ 190F
Tasting notes - peanut and malt
Acidity - an attribute of the taste, nothing unwanted here. I would say it has average acidity.
I've been really happy with the exchange coming as far as it has. From CA to PA samples have been passed. JWAZ sent me some coffee which made a work day end on an energetic note, but I would have rather made it in the morning. This is most certainly something to wake up with. The caffeine content is high and the taste makes me wish for about 6 more hours of sunlight.
Thanks for the roast dude. :)
Post by: csloan1218 on Thu, 11 April 2013, 00:25:17
Man, time for some late night decaf...
Post by: Rare on Thu, 11 April 2013, 01:19:42
I have a favorite coffee shop called Alterra in a neighboring city, so I can't go there all the time. But I would rate their coffee far superior to Starbucks imo.
Man, time for some late night decaf...
Do you live in Wisconsin? I swear, there are so many people on this forum who live here haha. Alterra is great! One of the best coffee places ever.
Post by: csloan1218 on Thu, 11 April 2013, 01:23:44
At least 9 months outta the year.
Post by: Rare on Thu, 11 April 2013, 01:26:51
Guilty as charged, I guess its the weather... not much to do than play with my computer.
At least 9 months outta the year.
Yeah man, the weather hasn't been treating us that great lately.. Hopefully it gets better soon.
Post by: csloan1218 on Thu, 11 April 2013, 01:38:18
I'm sitting here listening to it just gale outside right now, feels like I'm living in a cross between London and Seattle with the surrounding activities of... well Wisconsin.
Post by: Rare on Thu, 11 April 2013, 01:42:53
Post by: csloan1218 on Thu, 11 April 2013, 02:44:48
Post by: Rare on Thu, 11 April 2013, 08:04:55
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 12 April 2013, 18:31:03
That seems to be the only place to get it from... I don't know if there are any alterras in surrounding areas. There might be one in a kiosk at certain malls.
Oh for a second I forgot this thread was about coffee... :-X
Post by: purple_haze on Fri, 12 April 2013, 20:20:53
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 12 April 2013, 20:25:21
my local coffee shop is kaldi's. **** costs more than starbucks though >.>
no kidding starbucks isnt complete garbage for people without taste buds. anything that doesnt have the roast date on the bag is not worth buying.
Post by: MarkPharaoh on Sat, 13 April 2013, 20:49:52
my local coffee shop is kaldi's. **** costs more than starbucks though >.>
Everything in SF costs more than Starbucks :( but it's usually worth it. I sometimes pay $4 just for a pour-over.
Post by: jwaz on Sat, 13 April 2013, 20:50:27
my local coffee shop is kaldi's. **** costs more than starbucks though >.>
Everything in SF costs more than Starbucks :( but it's usually worth it. I sometimes pay $4 just for a pour-over.
Blue Bottle?
Post by: MarkPharaoh on Sat, 13 April 2013, 20:54:05
my local coffee shop is kaldi's. **** costs more than starbucks though >.>
Everything in SF costs more than Starbucks :( but it's usually worth it. I sometimes pay $4 just for a pour-over.
Blue Bottle?
BB, Ritual, Coffee Bar, Four Barrel, Sightglass, Philz, etc. Many options, most are good :)
Post by: mooksy on Sun, 14 April 2013, 10:58:35
i make coffee at home with Vietnamese style (can afford yet to get coffee machine :(), and it looks like this
(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRfJ1SgXCPu3quCcaD8-QYY16Kw-r9HaYnMyRRYoZkOAV_UOF_Z)
sometimes i went to local coffee shop called anomali, IMO they have really good coffee and a lot of brewing methods from syphon, aeropress, etc. Btw i'm thinking to get some handpresso in the near future, is it recommended to make espresso? or just save it for real espresso machine?
sorry for my english.
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 14 April 2013, 11:43:28
woohoo coffee post, i'm from Indonesia
i make coffee at home with Vietnamese style (can afford yet to get coffee machine :(), and it looks like thisShow Image(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRfJ1SgXCPu3quCcaD8-QYY16Kw-r9HaYnMyRRYoZkOAV_UOF_Z)
sometimes i went to local coffee shop called anomali, IMO they have really good coffee and a lot of brewing methods from syphon, aeropress, etc. Btw i'm thinking to get some handpresso in the near future, is it recommended to make espresso? or just save it for real espresso machine?
sorry for my english.
i get coffee like that whenever i go out for pho
Post by: samwisekoi on Sun, 14 April 2013, 11:55:17
woohoo coffee post, i'm from Indonesia
i make coffee at home with Vietnamese style (can afford yet to get coffee machine :(), and it looks like thisShow Image(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRfJ1SgXCPu3quCcaD8-QYY16Kw-r9HaYnMyRRYoZkOAV_UOF_Z)
sometimes i went to local coffee shop called anomali, IMO they have really good coffee and a lot of brewing methods from syphon, aeropress, etc. Btw i'm thinking to get some handpresso in the near future, is it recommended to make espresso? or just save it for real espresso machine?
sorry for my english.
i get coffee like that whenever i go out for pho
Et moi!
- Ron I samwisekoi
Post by: mooksy on Sun, 14 April 2013, 12:25:37
woohoo coffee post, i'm from Indonesia
i make coffee at home with Vietnamese style (can afford yet to get coffee machine :(), and it looks like thisShow Image(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRfJ1SgXCPu3quCcaD8-QYY16Kw-r9HaYnMyRRYoZkOAV_UOF_Z)
sometimes i went to local coffee shop called anomali, IMO they have really good coffee and a lot of brewing methods from syphon, aeropress, etc. Btw i'm thinking to get some handpresso in the near future, is it recommended to make espresso? or just save it for real espresso machine?
sorry for my english.
i get coffee like that whenever i go out for pho
Et moi!
- Ron I samwisekoi
this is what i order too after pho noodle ;D
Post by: MarkPharaoh on Sun, 14 April 2013, 20:55:46
Post by: Binge on Mon, 15 April 2013, 13:05:34
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 15 April 2013, 17:52:26
woohoo coffee post, i'm from Indonesia
i make coffee at home with Vietnamese style (can afford yet to get coffee machine :(), and it looks like thisShow Image(https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRfJ1SgXCPu3quCcaD8-QYY16Kw-r9HaYnMyRRYoZkOAV_UOF_Z)
I grew up drinking coffee like this. Amazing.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 18 April 2013, 17:23:07
Who would be really willing to exchange coffee?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 18 April 2013, 17:25:32
Post by: mooksy on Thu, 18 April 2013, 22:50:19
Considering another round of exchange.
Who would be really willing to exchange coffee?
i would, but i'm from indonesia :(
Post by: mashby on Fri, 19 April 2013, 13:41:01
Those are the guys that roasted the beans I sent out as samples previously. :cool:
Post by: MarkPharaoh on Fri, 19 April 2013, 14:00:25
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 19 April 2013, 14:48:28
Though Sightglass and fourbarrel do make some very tasty coffee.
Post by: MarkPharaoh on Fri, 19 April 2013, 18:16:21
Stumtown uber alles! :cool:
Though Sightglass and fourbarrel do make some very tasty coffee.
:D :D
Post by: Binge on Tue, 23 April 2013, 17:25:27
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:22:13
Post by: BunnyLake on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:23:39
but i dont drink coffee
but i really like the idea of it, and really wanna get into it, but as with all things i do i wanna start at the top lol
any suggestions
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:41:44
Post by: BunnyLake on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:43:10
I'll probably get murdered more than you for saying this, but I like drinking Starbucks.
those poor sonics fans
its all your fault
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:50:10
Post by: foxer on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:50:56
Post by: BunnyLake on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:52:34
It's all your fault. Maybe if you drank more coffee, they wouldn't have had to sell them.
if you didnt keep buying there coffee they couldnt have bought them in the first place
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:54:27
(vT___T)v
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 24 April 2013, 06:58:34
Post by: BunnyLake on Wed, 24 April 2013, 07:00:16
Bunny, get a french press (Binge swears by an Aeropress) and a grinder. Buy some whole beans and enjoy. I know we're always like blah blah blah local roasters but I think the Starbucks whole beans arent too bad.
thanks man ill hook it up this weekend
ive only ever really tried garbage instant coffee before and didnt dig it but the few times ive had a proper coffee at some overly fancy function its been much better
Post by: codyeatworld on Wed, 24 April 2013, 09:31:09
im gonna get murdered for saying this here
but i dont drink coffee
but i really like the idea of it, and really wanna get into it, but as with all things i do i wanna start at the top lol
any suggestions
I didn't start drinking coffee till one night my car ran out of gas down the street from the gas station.
My girlfriend went next door to 7/11 and got a french roast that was probably half creamer (vanilla and hazelnut mixed) and 3 or 4 splendas, and it was amazing.
I've slowly added less and less sugar/sweeteners and creamer since.
Now maybe just a packet or two and a little tiny bit of creamer, but I'm getting pickier and pickier about how it's brewed/freshness.
And I don't mind starbucks dark roast whole beans either.
Post by: Binge on Wed, 24 April 2013, 10:45:56
This is what I picked up after I moved out on my own.
http://www.amazon.com/AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso-Maker-Filters/dp/B001HBCVX0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1366818205&sr=8-2&keywords=aeropress
http://www.amazon.com/New-Hario-Coffee-Mill-CANISTER/dp/B005CUBVPQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1366818304&sr=1-4&keywords=hario+grinder
http://www.amazon.com/Coffee-Grinder-MM-2-Ceramic-COFFEE/dp/B004QWMAII/ref=sr_1_11?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1366818220&sr=1-11&keywords=hario+grinder
The 2nd grinder is a slight upgrade from the grinder I own. The cover is VERY nice, but the drawer is something I don't like. I was considering that I would probably pace around while I grind the beans... which I do. A drawer might slide out.
Post by: tauburn on Wed, 24 April 2013, 10:51:33
Post by: shawn o on Wed, 24 April 2013, 20:59:41
It has a higher price but I'll buy one if it will last a long time.
http://www.amazon.com/Bonavita-BV1800TH-Coffee-Thermal-Carafe/dp/B005YQZNO8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Post by: BADBADNOTGOOD on Wed, 24 April 2013, 21:05:47
Also if anyone is looking for some really good house coffee. Klatch makes the best as far as i have tasted
Post by: Binge on Thu, 25 April 2013, 16:25:40
Anyone here have a Bonavita BV1800th? I don't drink coffee but the wife wants something new since her current one has overflowed a couple times now. I like the Bonavita for its simplicity (no timer, no valve to clog and cause a flood, etc...).
It has a higher price but I'll buy one if it will last a long time.
http://www.amazon.com/Bonavita-BV1800TH-Coffee-Thermal-Carafe/dp/B005YQZNO8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Not really sure what to tell you. If I'm not making espresso I make my coffee by hand without anything more than simple human powered machines.
Hopefully you'll find someone here who uses machines as well, but I know quite a few of us are into French Press, Aeropress, Phin, Pour Over, Cold Drip, and Vacuum extraction methods.
Post by: OrangeJewce on Thu, 25 April 2013, 23:56:50
I'll probably get murdered more than you for saying this, but I like drinking Starbucks.
Their coffee is just so sour... it hurts to drink at this point. Even their blonde roast is super sour...
Cheers,
Post by: mashby on Fri, 26 April 2013, 16:16:30
How 99.9% of people judge the quality of their coffee (http://en.ilovecoffee.jp/posts/view/71).
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 26 April 2013, 17:53:44
I saw this today and had to laugh...
How 99.9% of people judge the quality of their coffee (http://en.ilovecoffee.jp/posts/view/71).
i dont get it... isn't that basically in reverse?
Post by: mashby on Sat, 27 April 2013, 09:25:26
I saw this today and had to laugh...
How 99.9% of people judge the quality of their coffee (http://en.ilovecoffee.jp/posts/view/71).
i dont get it... isn't that basically in reverse?
For us in this thread? Quite possibly.
But most when most people talk about how much they like coffee, I find the point to be moot if they're adding a ton of sugar and cream, sprinkles, etc. Not saying that I'm a purist and only drink black coffee. I do enjoy a cuban, or a cappuccino every now and then, but that's a far cry different from the sugar/cream bombs I see people ordering at Starbucks.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 27 April 2013, 09:27:44
Post by: tauburn on Sun, 28 April 2013, 00:54:18
Post by: rayuki on Mon, 29 April 2013, 19:30:25
http://dibellacoffee.com.au/
Would love to be able to give you guys a taste!
Also love the fact that people in here french press, I get odd looks for doing this at home/work when they have a 4k coffee machine lol.
I'm yet to try an aeropress.
Sent from my GT-I9100T using Tapatalk 2
Post by: strafe on Mon, 29 April 2013, 21:10:18
Post by: Mandolin on Wed, 01 May 2013, 02:28:27
After that I go to my pilates class and plant trees in the afternoon.
Post by: rayuki on Wed, 01 May 2013, 06:16:04
Rayuki, I'd be interested in a trade, I have a roaster around the corner from me that does some nice stuff :D. Any other Aussies interested in a trade?
If not we can just give it a go. I'm going to try and go for a drive up later next week for some :)
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Post by: Binge on Wed, 01 May 2013, 11:49:36
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 01 May 2013, 11:57:11
And we demand pics of the beans and grinds from Australia guys!
Post by: strafe on Thu, 02 May 2013, 00:04:59
If not we can just give it a go. I'm going to try and go for a drive up later next week for some :)
Sounds good. Shoot me though a PM with your address.
Binge, that was a good convo :D
And we demand pics of the beans and grinds from Australia guys!
Will do :D
Post by: tauburn on Thu, 02 May 2013, 00:43:44
Post by: Binge on Tue, 07 May 2013, 01:30:08
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 07 May 2013, 06:12:34
Tastes like blueberries and sexy time
Post by: tauburn on Tue, 07 May 2013, 10:40:07
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 07 May 2013, 10:53:37
I was thinking about getting a cheap hand crank one like the Skerton or the mini mill
Post by: Binge on Tue, 07 May 2013, 10:56:30
What's everyone using for grinders?
I was thinking about getting a cheap hand crank one like the Skerton or the mini mill
I use those :3 they're great.
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 07 May 2013, 10:59:07
What's everyone using for grinders?
I was thinking about getting a cheap hand crank one like the Skerton or the mini mill
I use those :3 they're great.
Which one? I've heard the Skerton is better for french presses, but I'd be mainly doing Aeropress, pour overs and maybe vac-pots
Post by: Binge on Tue, 07 May 2013, 11:00:46
http://www.amazon.com/New-Hario-Coffee-Mill-CANISTER/dp/B005CUBVPQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1367942399&sr=8-4&keywords=hario+grinder
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ml7qzw4nL.jpg)
Post by: tauburn on Tue, 07 May 2013, 11:47:55
What's everyone using for grinders?
I was thinking about getting a cheap hand crank one like the Skerton or the mini mill
i use this. it's not bad, but it's not great. i would recommend someone pay a little more to at least get an italian brand.
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?sku=14777008&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&device=c&network=g&matchtype=&gclid=CN6M3v-4hLcCFYcDOgodqFIAng
(http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/assets/product_images/380/6934514777008p.jpg)
Post by: mashby on Tue, 07 May 2013, 12:10:20
Since then, my local coffee shop has suggested getting the Capresso Infinity (http://www.amazon.com/Capresso-560-01-Infinity-Grinder-Black/dp/B0000AR7SY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1367946253&sr=8-5&keywords=burr+coffee+grinder), which is only $90. They say they both work equally well, but for the price the Capresso is a better option.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 07 May 2013, 12:25:05
Post by: moonprismpwr on Wed, 08 May 2013, 13:50:34
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Post by: Binge on Wed, 08 May 2013, 14:00:40
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 09 May 2013, 05:20:38
The lovely CPTBadAss sent me a package today containing the most wonderful smelling coffee beans! I could actually smell them through the package before I opened it. I can't wait to make a nice cup later :3 Thank you so much love! <3
You're welcome moonsis <3. I don't think I've ever been so happy to have coffee; I'm actually a little jealous because you and the beans seem so close. :P
:eek: THOSE ARE THE BEANS!!! I think we should take Amaro Gayo by force and hoard them for ourselves...
Binge, I'm ok with that ^__^
Post by: samwisekoi on Thu, 09 May 2013, 08:33:40
I have the Baratza Virtuoso (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EG70IK/ref=oh_details_o01_s02_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and I love it. It was $200 when I bought it.
Since then, my local coffee shop has suggested getting the Capresso Infinity (http://www.amazon.com/Capresso-560-01-Infinity-Grinder-Black/dp/B0000AR7SY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1367946253&sr=8-5&keywords=burr+coffee+grinder), which is only $90. They say they both work equally well, but for the price the Capresso is a better option.
Burr grinder with a big, slow motor to avoid cooking the beans while you grind.
The Capresso isn't bad, and doesn't everyone have a stack of 20% discount coupons for that store? However, the Capresso doesn't last as long, and can clog up. I've had a couple. Now I have the Baratza and a Gaggia with a doser. The Baratza is a better grinder, but some were shipped with an internal problem that prevents a really fine grind. If that happens, they will replace it; just contact the factory.
The reviews and videos at Whole Latte Love are very good, and they have frequent specials, combos, and refurb units.
- Ron | samwisekoi
(http://www.samwisekoi.com/pixelart/Leo.png)
Post by: mashby on Thu, 09 May 2013, 15:18:56
:eek: THOSE ARE THE BEANS!!! I think we should take Amaro Gayo by force and hoard them for ourselves...
There are beans in moonprismpwr's photo? For the life of me, I can't see them. ;-)
(Apologies to Glissant)
Post by: rayuki on Sun, 12 May 2013, 19:07:36
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/13/3ynujy8u.jpg)
Will be going up this week strafe to get a fresh roast from my roaster so hopefully I can get you yours before the weekend
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 12 May 2013, 19:15:11
Post by: strafe on Fri, 17 May 2013, 20:44:49
(excuse the messy kitchen potato pic...)
(http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/1164/20130518110622.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/837/20130518110622.jpg/)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 17 May 2013, 20:49:49
/me drools
Post by: rayuki on Fri, 17 May 2013, 21:49:34
Good thing I got myself 3kgs of Stella rossa to go with the sample I got you :)
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 17 May 2013, 22:39:19
Nothing better than starting the day with a great coffee. Very Chocolate-y and a great Crema. Thanks Rayuki :D
(excuse the messy kitchen potato pic...)
(http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/1164/20130518110622.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/837/20130518110622.jpg/)
how did you brew that cup?
Post by: strafe on Fri, 17 May 2013, 22:54:03
how did you brew that cup?
Sunbeam EM0480 Grinder, Medium Grind (Set to 13) and Sunbeam EM6900 Coffee Machine.
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 17 May 2013, 23:11:51
how did you brew that cup?
Sunbeam EM0480 Grinder, Medium Grind (Set to 13) and Sunbeam EM6900 Coffee Machine.
wow you just drink full cups of espresso?
Post by: strafe on Fri, 17 May 2013, 23:32:42
wow you just drink full cups of espresso?
I guess you would call them a regular coffee, one shot of expresso, dash of milk, teaspoon of sugar followed by hot water.
Post by: tauburn on Fri, 17 May 2013, 23:36:16
wow you just drink full cups of espresso?
I guess you would call them a regular coffee, one shot of expresso, dash of milk, teaspoon of sugar followed by hot water.
ah i see
Post by: Binge on Wed, 22 May 2013, 10:28:53
Thanks again bro!
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Post by: Halverson on Wed, 22 May 2013, 10:49:55
wow you just drink full cups of espresso?
I guess you would call them a regular coffee, one shot of expresso, dash of milk, teaspoon of sugar followed by hot water.
An Aussie who drinks Americano instead of long black? :O
Post by: whiteduck on Tue, 04 June 2013, 13:10:35
I use this one and I also own the mini,
http://www.amazon.com/New-Hario-Coffee-Mill-CANISTER/dp/B005CUBVPQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1367942399&sr=8-4&keywords=hario+grinderShow Image(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ml7qzw4nL.jpg)
Would this produce grounds suitable for an aeropress? I have an aeropress inc but am a super noob when it comes to coffee. I did however experience my best cup of coffee yet (which isn't saying much considering how noobish I am) in chi town @ intellgentsia. I just tried their house blend at another coffee shop and loved it so went to one of their locations and picked up some bags.
I'll have pics soon here and would love to join this subdivision of gh. how does one go about joining and sending out samples of these delicious (hopefully) beans? They were roasted on 5/30 so I'd like to ship them out asap!
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many <3's
-wd
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Post by: agodinhost on Fri, 07 June 2013, 16:26:01
cammon
Most of these coffee is produced in Brazil and exported!!!
Best coffee in the world!
Post by: Binge on Fri, 07 June 2013, 17:36:41
Post by: Lanx on Sat, 08 June 2013, 13:13:20
so if i read this right the way coffee is fermented, is bad? isn't that how all beans are fermented.
Post by: agodinhost on Sat, 08 June 2013, 13:39:10
I'm very surprised that my costa rican coffee is made in brazil :pWho knows?
You were there when they got it packaged? :)
I wasn't trying to say that Brazil is the only country producing good coffee tough - my bad.
However take a look at here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_coffee_production) (I'm not the one whom wrote this list ok?)
Sure, quantity does not means quality - but most probably you already took a sip of Brazilian coffee sometime without even knowing about it ...
IMHO
Post by: sherryton on Fri, 14 June 2013, 03:06:25
I'm very surprised that my costa rican coffee is made in brazil :p
Haha, are they Costa Rican beans?
How do I find a local shop like this? The only store I know to find coffee beans is Whole Foods, but that's probably not legit ...
I seem some like these before in San Diego, but I was not sure what kind are good.
Edit: Maybe I'll try it out, I just found the link. http://pannikincoffeeandtea.com/store/COFFEE/
Post by: Binge on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:10:17
I suggest looking up "coffee roaster" because that way you can see who is making the roasted beans in your area. These fresh roasts will be the tastiest beans and they will keep longer than store bought coffee. You'll get more enjoyment per cup and may need less to get the caffeine you want (if that's what you like).
Just remember if you want to exchange coffee with anyone in the exchange to contact them privately or open up people to contact you in this thread! It's what we do here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:15:05
Post by: IvanIvanovich on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:27:25
Post by: sherryton on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:05:36
sherryton, you're on the right path. It'll take a lot of looking to find something you REALLY like, but there are plenty of good beans out there.
I suggest looking up "coffee roaster" because that way you can see who is making the roasted beans in your area. These fresh roasts will be the tastiest beans and they will keep longer than store bought coffee. You'll get more enjoyment per cup and may need less to get the caffeine you want (if that's what you like).
Just remember if you want to exchange coffee with anyone in the exchange to contact them privately or open up people to contact you in this thread! It's what we do here!
I'm in it for the taste. I'm definitely interested. I'll be making pms once I go to SD again.
I'm also interested in Tea. I have a tea that smells and taste like butter. Really good stuff. I'm not sure if that interest people.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:14:19
Post by: nubbinator on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:01:50
I'm very interested in tea but I prefer Oolong, Green, and Black teas.
I think you and I should do a tea exchange then. I need to find a good tea supplier down here since the Chinese shop I went to is in Seattle, but once I do I'd be down. One of my favorites was their house Oolong and Dong Ding Oolong.
And since you said black teas, what's your take on Pu Erh? Personally, I love the black tea Pu Erh, but it's an acquired taste.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:34:55
Post by: nubbinator on Sat, 15 June 2013, 02:02:13
Post by: noisyturtle on Sat, 15 June 2013, 06:04:02
Post by: Binge on Sat, 15 June 2013, 06:33:55
I really want to participate in this but I ironically don't know where to buy good coffee. Ironic because I'm in the Seattle area, but all I see around are chains.
This is going to be a great start :) Some chains in seattle still roast in house.
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=seattle+coffee+roasters&ie=UTF-8&ei=8lC8UYj2Dq3W0gHeq4CYDA&ved=0CAoQ_AUoAg
Post by: nubbinator on Sat, 15 June 2013, 12:11:39
I really want to participate in this but I ironically don't know where to buy good coffee. Ironic because I'm in the Seattle area, but all I see around are chains.
Check out Lighthouse Coffee. I know there are a couple of others, but that was one of the better ones.
And to be fair, Seattle has a ton of coffee shops, they're not necessarily great ones though.
Post by: metafour on Sat, 15 June 2013, 13:26:07
Referral link: https://tonx.org/167968f4
Non-referral link: tonx.org (http://tonx.org)
Also, if you sign up by tomorrow they'll give you a free Aeropress.
Post by: Dianoda on Sat, 15 June 2013, 23:22:48
So, to those who own espresso machines, any recommended accessories? I guess I need a tamper? And one of those steel milk frothing containers? What else?
Post by: Binge on Sun, 16 June 2013, 23:56:57
lol I would say get yourself a nice cheap brush to help you clean up the machine. A tamp is good stuff.
Make sure you get descaler for your machine.
Post by: samwisekoi on Mon, 17 June 2013, 08:36:37
I found a decent sale on a rancilio silvia v3 w/ rocky grinder ($885 shipped from jlhufford.com w/ coupon code italy10, in case you were curious), so it looks like my aeropress will get one more week of solid use before it's sent off to an early retirement of dust collection/backup duty.
So, to those who own espresso machines, any recommended accessories? I guess I need a tamper? And one of those steel milk frothing containers? What else?
Cleaning beans. I use "Grindz." Also a timer for dialing in the grind. (Go to wholelattelove.com and watch the videos.)
And a whole bunch of care-and-feeding stuff for the Silvia!
Great buy! Congrats!
- Ron | samwisekoi
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Post by: Dianoda on Tue, 18 June 2013, 15:52:13
The Rancilio arrived in the mail today; set everything up, pulled a few shots (which got better tasting as I went along), and needless to say I'm pretty hyped-up on caffeine right now. I may just never sleep again. Anywho, included with my purchase was a $70 gift certificate, so I ordered an assortment of accessories (tamper, tamping mat, knock box, frothing pitcher, thermometer, double wall shot glasses, some cleaning supplies, etc.), and am really looking forward to finishing off the beans I have so I can move on to a new bag of super fresh stuff and see just how much crema I can produce.
Post by: lightsout714 on Tue, 18 June 2013, 16:08:21
Post by: samwisekoi on Tue, 18 June 2013, 19:57:55
I have a couple of pounds, and if you want some, pay the shipping and they are yours. One pound fills a $5.50 flat rate Priority box.
PM me if you want some.
- Ron I samwisekoi
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 19 June 2013, 19:20:38
Thanks Whiteduck!! The mailbox was INFUSED with the smell of coffee. Can't wait to try some of this!
It's the Intelligista blends he posted earlier.
Post by: samwisekoi on Fri, 21 June 2013, 11:46:12
Anyone who knows me or visited my office during the great Retro DSA pack-a-thon knows that we have a serious espresso infrastructure. Industrial brewer, dual grinders holding different beans, triple redundant backups, and a relationship with the best coffee roaster I've found in the San Francisco-San Jose sprawl.
We get regular deliveries of a variety of pre-roast and post-roast blends, and typically consume quite a lot. Because we have two different full-strength beans in the hoppers of the grinders at all times, we have a custom Dark Roast DECAFFEINATED Espresso blend delivered already ground.
Unfortunately and sadly, a few of the guys here have dropped or stopped coffee consumption for "health and fitness" reasons. Our roaster suggests they find new medical professionals to give them better advice, but so far to no avail.
What this means is that I have an excess of coffee. Specifically I have three extra pounds of custom Dark Roast DECAFFEINATED Espresso blend coffee. It is ground for an espresso machine, but I use it at home in a paper cone and it works just fine. It is a dark blend, and goes really well in a 50/50 mix with a dark roast.
Anyhow, the first three people who would like a pound of custom Dark Roast DECAFFEINATED Espresso blend PRE-GROUND for espresso or filter, please send me a pm with your ship-to and PayPal e-mail. I'll drop them in a USPS Priority small flat-rate box and send you an invoice for $5.50 to cover postage.
TL;DR Free premium decaf espresso for the cost of mailing. First come, first serve.
- Ron | samwisekoi
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p.s. Kenya AA beans are all gone, gone, gone.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 21 June 2013, 12:06:59
Thank you so much.
Post by: Binge on Sun, 23 June 2013, 17:35:55
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Post by: Binge on Mon, 01 July 2013, 13:27:56
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 01 July 2013, 13:30:14
There's a lot of it inside me. It is delicious. Thank you so much Binge :D
I will be sending you some coffee in return very soon ^__^
Post by: Badwrench on Mon, 01 July 2013, 17:52:30
I am looking to branch out a bit.
I like a medium to rich blend with low acid.
Post by: Binge on Mon, 01 July 2013, 22:04:50
One thing I find is that you might get a bean sourced and roasted for a while and it tastes the same, but because each bean is a crop it has an overall flavor. Some bags of coffee I've had are just much better than the others.
Also... acid can be good or bad. One coffee we had going around here was all acid and it was not bad. Not really bad at all. Not a favorite, but that sort of opened my eyes to something a little different than the standard definition of "acidic" coffees.
@_@ open your bad wrench mind @_@
Post by: stoic-lemon on Mon, 01 July 2013, 22:57:28
Post by: Badwrench on Mon, 01 July 2013, 22:58:06
Throw what you know out the window! :D
One thing I find is that you might get a bean sourced and roasted for a while and it tastes the same, but because each bean is a crop it has an overall flavor. Some bags of coffee I've had are just much better than the others.
Also... acid can be good or bad. One coffee we had going around here was all acid and it was not bad. Not really bad at all. Not a favorite, but that sort of opened my eyes to something a little different than the standard definition of "acidic" coffees.
@_@ open your bad wrench mind @_@
That is why I am here. I am a coffee addict (about a pot a day by myself) and believe I should be enjoying good stuff. I am currently working through a bag of Lion Coffee - Kona Gold that I picked up at the San Diego fair.
As far as the acid goes, I just don't like the harsh stuff. My coworkers tried to get me into the beans from a local place in Bario Logan - Ryan Bros. and all of their stuff is very harsh to me. Even their light roasts are too harsh for me. I think that if I was in the 1-2 cup a day range, I would be ok, but by my 4th or 5th cup, not so much.
Post by: KangarooZombies on Mon, 22 July 2013, 17:16:18
I live in Sacramento, CA and we have a kick ass roaster downtown, I would be happy to pick some up and send it around. PM me if interested! ;)
Post by: whiteduck on Mon, 22 July 2013, 17:38:52
So Binge has inspired me.
I live in Sacramento, CA and we have a kick ass roaster downtown, I would be happy to pick some up and send it around. PM me if interested! ;)
ygpm !! <3
Post by: stoic-lemon on Tue, 06 August 2013, 09:03:30
Post by: Dianoda on Tue, 06 August 2013, 09:48:55
So I got my wife the Aero Press and she loves it. I also got her some coffee from Cuba called Crystal Mountain. As a coffee noob, I was really surprised by the strong tobacco smell, but it makes a pretty good cup. Can't wait to try something else. Thanks again for the thread.
Have you experimented with the aeropress inverted brew method yet? Definitely worth checking out...
This guide for the inverted method looks about as good as any: http://stumptowncoffee.com/brew-guides/aeropress/ (http://stumptowncoffee.com/brew-guides/aeropress/)
As for beans, the more freshly roasted, the better. Personally, I've always been partial to light roasts with the aeropress.
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 06 August 2013, 18:01:04
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Post by: stoic-lemon on Wed, 07 August 2013, 11:19:56
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 31 December 2013, 09:30:47
You guys will hate me but...
Cheap store brand coffee made one pot at a time in a cheap coffee maker. At night, I turn off the pot heater and microwave the next day to re-heat. A bit of sugar and chocolate/vanilla flavored creamer
However, still better than instant coffee. That stuff tastes like hobo taint
Ohh what a difference 10 months has made!
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Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 31 December 2013, 09:57:24
Post by: Canious on Tue, 31 December 2013, 19:22:22
Post by: regack on Tue, 31 December 2013, 19:31:34
Stumptown coffee beans are the best. You really should give them a try!
I like the stumptown roasts quite a bit as well...
Post by: CalmB4tehPwn on Wed, 01 January 2014, 01:53:52
I'm not sure there's any roasters out here in the RoK, but I'll look into it. Most of their stuff at local grocery shops is all freeze dried and vacuum sealed. I will see if I can find anything out, though.
If nothing else, I know Minnesota has a few local roasters.
Might even look into learning to roast myself (or finding out what's involved, if nothing else)
My wife and I are already planning to set up a hobby sized tea farm, so adding some coffee to the mix might just be the ticket.
Hand Grinder and Aero Press are the suggested place to start, then?
Post by: CalmB4tehPwn on Wed, 01 January 2014, 14:52:47
I am super interested in getting some locally grown and roasted coffee, so if you're interested in some Korean local Tea, give me a shout. We can hook that up.
Especially if there's one that's got your attention, I can pick some up this weekend.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 01 January 2014, 15:32:38
Post by: Binge on Wed, 01 January 2014, 17:52:25
Post by: jalli on Wed, 01 January 2014, 21:46:24
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Spent a few days in Boquete visiting the plantations and processing facilities, gave me a whole new perspective of coffee.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 01 January 2014, 22:01:27
Just got back from Panama, stocked up on coffee but the one I'm most exited about is this one!So jealous. I've always wanted to do something like that. I'm going to Costa Rica in a few months and plan to bring back some beans from there.
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Spent a few days in Boquete visiting the plantations and processing facilities, gave me a whole new perspective of coffee.
Post by: jalli on Thu, 02 January 2014, 16:21:36
You should be able to go to a coffee plantation in Costa Rica, if not you could also cross over into Panama, it's a pretty easy ride to David/Bocas Down and from there to Boquete.
Post by: cdosborn on Sun, 05 January 2014, 22:43:10
I buy locally roasted beans (~$12/lb)
I use a porlex manual grinder http://goo.gl/Iu9AgQ (http://goo.gl/Iu9AgQ) ($40) (incredibly durable, same ceramic burrs as harios)
Pour-over Melitta cup ($4)
4 cup French press ($18)
I'm looking to get an aeropress soon!
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 21 January 2014, 18:46:32
i also have a hario cold brew on the way (it's snowing so everything is being held up) gonna experiment with cold brewing. I know i can just cold brew with a regular pot and then just strain it out with a filter or cheesecloth, but i wanted an all in one hario solution cuz i don't want to deal with clean up, i want it fast/easy and i think with the hario cold brew, i can just dump the grinds in the trash and give it a wash over (since the filter is stiff nylon and not cloth).
anyone do cold brew for any tips?
Post by: CalmB4tehPwn on Thu, 23 January 2014, 17:11:14
I went out and got some good teas, and I have plenty to split into exchange packages for anyone interested. I've got my favorites, plenty of Barley Grass and Mulberry leaf, and along with that, you'd get samples of: Dandelion greens, Chrysanthemum bulbs, Mistletoe stems, Persimmon leaves, and some Korean blend green tea.
My package ends up being around $20-25 with all the samples, or about $10-15 with just the barley grass and mulberry leaf. So if you're interested in sending some coffee my way, and pick up some tea you will probably not have another easy opportunity to obtain, let me know.
Post by: domesticbark on Sun, 02 February 2014, 14:37:02
I'm new to geekhack, thought I would mention my coffee setup. Making good coffee doesn't have to be a huge expense, and as mentioned before a few factors can increase the quality by orders of magnitude.
I buy locally roasted beans (~$12/lb)
I use a porlex manual grinder http://goo.gl/Iu9AgQ (http://goo.gl/Iu9AgQ) ($40) (incredibly durable, same ceramic burrs as harios)
Pour-over Melitta cup ($4)
4 cup French press ($18)
I'm looking to get an aeropress soon!
I started like this and now I have a baratza preciso, v60, 8 cup french press, aeropress, a rather dinky espresso machine which I've modded to have a non-pressurized porta filter, and I'm looking to buy a coffee siphon just because I want to be ridiculous. And is still go to a local coffee shop for cappuccinos every week. Coffee doesn't have to be expensive, but it sure can be :(
Post by: lightsout714 on Sun, 23 March 2014, 01:48:50
Post by: deepthawt on Sun, 23 March 2014, 09:00:06
Hand Grinder and Aero Press are the suggested place to start, then?
we've been switching through aerobie aeropress, delonghi espresso, french press, turkish, drip and bialetti moka-pot
The big moka-pot is the current favorite and everything joins together to make one easy transportable stowable unit.
which makes it great to bring to the office/camping/etc. also it has the boil chamber attached so no separate kettle is required.
we went for months using the aeropress, it was fun and delicious.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 23 March 2014, 12:11:38
I've also been dabbling in pour over, but I'm not too good at it yet. It seems as if there's a bit of learning curve with the Hario system. My cups have been getting progressively better, but not to the point where I'm really wow'd yet. I was considering moving over to the Kalita method for pour over, since I've read on some blogs that it's a little more forgiving than Hario is.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 27 April 2014, 12:51:12
Anyways I just made my first cup with the instructions included? I loved it and I want more coffee. It tastes like a cleaner french press with no grounds in the cup at all. And I thought french press had no bitterness, the Aeropress beats my Bodum in that category too. So yeah, if you don't already have one, get one. Now I need to mess around with the inverted method. I want another cup now but I'm not sure I should...
Post by: Lanx on Sun, 27 April 2014, 17:41:08
Post by: The_Beast on Sun, 27 April 2014, 17:52:17
So I saw an Aeropress in store for the first time ever yesterday and I impulse bought it. Actually, it was more, IS THAT AN AEROPRESS? *Walks to register with Aeropress in hand*
Anyways I just made my first cup with the instructions included? I loved it and I want more coffee. It tastes like a cleaner french press with no grounds in the cup at all. And I thought french press had no bitterness, the Aeropress beats my Bodum in that category too. So yeah, if you don't already have one, get one. Now I need to mess around with the inverted method. I want another cup now but I'm not sure I should...
For my aeropress method:
Grind size that is semi fine and will produce around a 30 second press time.
Anyways, inverted, ~200F degree water, add water to grinds, stir, add more water until near the top, stir again. Then in my cup, I wash the filter with hot water (this also pre-heats the mug). Add more water, stir, stir, empty water from mug and at the 2 minute mark, invert it and press it. You'll, like I said before, shoot for a 30 second press time. If you're going too fast, your grind is too larger, going too slow, your grind is too fine.
The great thing about the AP is the grind size consistency doesn't matter too much. It's great for people who don't have a more consistent burr grinder.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 27 April 2014, 22:01:08
Post by: YummyTreeSap on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:04:31
As far as the sourcing of my coffee goes, my area (Buffalo, NY) is pretty dire. Luckily, the best coffee shop I have ever set foot in is only forty-five minutes away (and do Internet orders). I had liked coffee before then, but it wasn’t until then that I knew just how much variety in flavor you can get from coffees. Don’t mean to sound like an advertiser or anything, but it’s [this place] (http://www.joebeanroasters.com).
Always up to hearing of more places to get great coffees. I’ve previously come close to ordering from Blue Bottle and Intelligentsia, but the shipping fees get pretty outrageous so I held myself back.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:07:53
As far as the sourcing of my coffee goes, my area (Buffalo, NY) is pretty dire.
Rochester isn't too far away and I really enjoyed the coffee from Java's (http://www.javascafe.com/). IIRC, they sell whole beans. But it's been a while since I've been there.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:42:58
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWhmk4z-7qU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWhmk4z-7qU)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:45:51
Anyways, thanks for the advice, I plan on playing with the Aeropress for a while :).
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:50:32
I really need to get a kettle that can measure water temp or a thermometer to measure water temp. I've just boiling water and timing that boil. I think Stumptown has directions like "30 seconds off the boil"?Those gooseneck kettles are pretty much mandatory if you ever decide to dabble in pourover, I like them for aeropress too just for making sure everything gets saturated nicely. Plus, they make for a nice aesthetic addition to your counter. :)
Anyways, thanks for the advice, I plan on playing with the Aeropress for a while :).
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 28 April 2014, 13:53:14
...I'll probably have to try more pourover coffees too haha.
Post by: Binge on Mon, 28 April 2014, 17:03:39
http://www.mosaiccoffeecompany.com/ out of Shippensburg Pennslvania makes a superb roast the same daythey process the order and ships quickly :)
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 28 April 2014, 18:08:15
Hey guys -- Wanted to let you all know that my old local roasters just made a bunch of new batches.I'll be trying them next Binge--Thanks for the heads up!
http://www.mosaiccoffeecompany.com/ out of Shippensburg Pennslvania makes a superb roast the same daythey process the order and ships quickly :)
Post by: YummyTreeSap on Mon, 28 April 2014, 21:11:37
I’ve been to Java’s once, but it was rendered obsolete by Joe Bean, the place I linked. Fairly newish place I think, best place I’ve ever been to. Definitely recommend their stuff—it’s delicious.As far as the sourcing of my coffee goes, my area (Buffalo, NY) is pretty dire.
Rochester isn't too far away and I really enjoyed the coffee from Java's (http://www.javascafe.com/). IIRC, they sell whole beans. But it's been a while since I've been there.
That Mosaic place looks promising, might give it a shot next time I want to buy some beans.
Post by: Binge on Tue, 29 April 2014, 10:46:18
I’ve been to Java’s once, but it was rendered obsolete by Joe Bean, the place I linked. Fairly newish place I think, best place I’ve ever been to. Definitely recommend their stuff—it’s delicious.As far as the sourcing of my coffee goes, my area (Buffalo, NY) is pretty dire.
Rochester isn't too far away and I really enjoyed the coffee from Java's (http://www.javascafe.com/). IIRC, they sell whole beans. But it's been a while since I've been there.
That Mosaic place looks promising, might give it a shot next time I want to buy some beans.
The setup at mosaic is really awesome.
The owner went to school at the town's state college Shippensburg U for something entirely different than roasting coffee. His roasting machine is probably as big as a van and every part of it is software controlled. There's even a neat IR camera where you can see the distribution of heat in the roasting chamber. I was completely blown away xD
Anyway it's not old'timey but it certainly is good. Part of why it is good is because he buys from farms who send him sampler packs. When he gets a roast he can use he'll buy quantity from that coffee farm. Since he isn't tied into any contracts as some roasters are he does have to deal with buying more at one time, but in this fashion he can make sure to get the crops which give him the best yields.
I've been told he would allow us to do a group buy through mosaic if we had enough buyers.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 April 2014, 10:58:23
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 29 April 2014, 12:56:59
I’ve been to Java’s once, but it was rendered obsolete by Joe Bean, the place I linked. Fairly newish place I think, best place I’ve ever been to. Definitely recommend their stuff—it’s delicious.As far as the sourcing of my coffee goes, my area (Buffalo, NY) is pretty dire.
Rochester isn't too far away and I really enjoyed the coffee from Java's (http://www.javascafe.com/). IIRC, they sell whole beans. But it's been a while since I've been there.
That Mosaic place looks promising, might give it a shot next time I want to buy some beans.
The setup at mosaic is really awesome.
The owner went to school at the town's state college Shippensburg U for something entirely different than roasting coffee. His roasting machine is probably as big as a van and every part of it is software controlled. There's even a neat IR camera where you can see the distribution of heat in the roasting chamber. I was completely blown away xD
Anyway it's not old'timey but it certainly is good. Part of why it is good is because he buys from farms who send him sampler packs. When he gets a roast he can use he'll buy quantity from that coffee farm. Since he isn't tied into any contracts as some roasters are he does have to deal with buying more at one time, but in this fashion he can make sure to get the crops which give him the best yields.
I've been told he would allow us to do a group buy through mosaic if we had enough buyers.
that reminds me of this new sr700 that came out
i've been interested in home roasting, but never really wanted to try (the smoke always deterred me).
Post by: clacktalk on Sun, 27 July 2014, 03:56:23
Panama Elida Honey
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Post by: Halverson on Sun, 27 July 2014, 03:58:55
I would love for this thread to come back to life because coffee is also life. Currently, my favorite acidic brew is from Klatch Coffee. Although, I always have a bag or two of Stumptown around because it's a deliciously safe choice. I'm actively looking for a darker roast to enjoy, but I don't think any have caught my attention.
Panama Elida HoneyShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/IcMxjDm.jpg)
Oh look, my grinder and aeropress!
Post by: Binge on Tue, 29 July 2014, 14:03:13
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 July 2014, 14:03:46
I would love for this thread to come back to life because coffee is also life. Currently, my favorite acidic brew is from Klatch Coffee. Although, I always have a bag or two of Stumptown around because it's a deliciously safe choice. I'm actively looking for a darker roast to enjoy, but I don't think any have caught my attention.
Panama Elida HoneyShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/IcMxjDm.jpg)
How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 29 July 2014, 14:49:46
How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
It's great. It's amazing for my budget and personal use. I'm still experimenting with brew methods and grind size, and the grind size is consistent every time. It beats any automatic blade grinder I've tried. Plus, I don't think I'm ready to upgrade to an automatic burr grinder since the cheap ones are garbage and the nice ones are $$$.
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 29 July 2014, 15:28:35
*in that price range.
I would love for this thread to come back to life because coffee is also life. Currently, my favorite acidic brew is from Klatch Coffee. Although, I always have a bag or two of Stumptown around because it's a deliciously safe choice. I'm actively looking for a darker roast to enjoy, but I don't think any have caught my attention.
Panama Elida HoneyShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/IcMxjDm.jpg)
How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
porlex would be better, only $10 more, but you get a stainless steel body that won't electrostatically hold your coffee.
I just got a V60 #2 size. I haven't brewed on it yet tho.
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 29 July 2014, 15:37:22
i use my hario with a drill attachment still, i've had to adjust it over the months, but now it's great, too bad i can't adjust it on the fly, it's basically a grind size locked in with my current coffee maker the BUNN HG (one of only three approved coffee makers to hit 205degrees, other 2 being the technivorm and bonavita by the scaa) atm, it does pour over better than i can, without all the fuss.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 July 2014, 16:39:05
How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
porlex would be better, only $10 more, but you get a stainless steel body that won't electrostatically hold your coffee.
Huh, I never thought of that before but that makes a lot of sense.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 29 July 2014, 17:17:33
When you do eventually decide to upgrade, I would highly recommend going straight for Baratza. They make some of the best performing, and most reliable grinders available today. Like Beast mentioned, the encore is probably the best choice in the price range of around ~$100. If you can manage to set aside a little more, I would go for a refurbished virtuosos, you can buy them directly through barazta's website(refurb list gets updated every thursday) I've had mine for close to a year now and it was one of the best coffee purchases I have ever made. If you go for a virtuoso refurb, you actually get the burr's from the upgraded model, the precisio, only without the macro grind adjustments for people brewing espresso, so it's really a great value.How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
It's great. It's amazing for my budget and personal use. I'm still experimenting with brew methods and grind size, and the grind size is consistent every time. It beats any automatic blade grinder I've tried. Plus, I don't think I'm ready to upgrade to an automatic burr grinder since the cheap ones are garbage and the nice ones are $$$.
I too had one of those hand grinders before I eventually upgraded to an electric model. While I loved the quality of the grinder for the money it cost, I found it a little too difficult to set aside the time needed to grind enough coffee for an aeropress cup on mornings before school, and wanted to move to something electric that could grind the beans almost instantaneously. Let me know if you have any questions about grinders, or just coffee stuff in general, I'm a real geek for this stuff! :cool:
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 July 2014, 17:20:40
Post by: Hundrakia on Tue, 29 July 2014, 17:36:44
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 29 July 2014, 18:38:45
It seems the two most widely used containers are the Friis Coffee Vault and the Airscape SS Container by Planetary design...
I've been using the Airscape for about 5 months now and have been pretty happy with it overall.
The airscape uses an intuitive 2 layer system with an airtight seal on the top of the canister, along with a sort of "plunger" that pushes out any excess oxygen and co2 and and latches down against the beans protecting it from coming into contact with any outside oxygen. The only unfortunate part is that the coffee can't always outgas too well with this system, and the carbon dioxide that fresh coffee naturally emits is sometimes trapped if the valve is closed. If I get freshly roasted beans, I often time leave the inner valve open for a day or two, I haven't done any extensive testing to see if it's making a discernible difference or not.
While I have never used a friis container, it works similarly to the airscape in that is has a special valve on the top of the container that allows co2 to naturally escape from the container, but doesn't allow oxygen in. What I don't like about this container is that if you open it frequently, oxygen will naturally enter, but eventually get pushed out naturally with the co2, how long this takes and how effective this works is sort of an ongoing debate.
Unfortunately, no matter what storage system you use beans will start to go south and loose a lot of their essential oils and flavor in about two weeks, this is all about just making sure I can get the most out of them until then.
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 29 July 2014, 19:41:38
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 29 July 2014, 19:51:27
How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
porlex would be better, only $10 more, but you get a stainless steel body that won't electrostatically hold your coffee.
Huh, I never thought of that before but that makes a lot of sense.
Yup, I've heard quite a few plastic grinders/bin hold the ground beans. It's only a bit annoying, just hit it a bit to shake them loose. Also, you'd have to wash it more often due to the ultra fine particles.
When you do eventually decide to upgrade, I would highly recommend going straight for Baratza. They make some of the best performing, and most reliable grinders available today. Like Beast mentioned, the encore is probably the best choice in the price range of around ~$100. If you can manage to set aside a little more, I would go for a refurbished virtuosos, you can buy them directly through barazta's website(refurb list gets updated every thursday) I've had mine for close to a year now and it was one of the best coffee purchases I have ever made. If you go for a virtuoso refurb, you actually get the burr's from the upgraded model, the precisio, only without the macro grind adjustments for people brewing espresso, so it's really a great value.How's that Hario treating you? I'm still thinking of getting one.
It's great. It's amazing for my budget and personal use. I'm still experimenting with brew methods and grind size, and the grind size is consistent every time. It beats any automatic blade grinder I've tried. Plus, I don't think I'm ready to upgrade to an automatic burr grinder since the cheap ones are garbage and the nice ones are $$$.
I too had one of those hand grinders before I eventually upgraded to an electric model. While I loved the quality of the grinder for the money it cost, I found it a little too difficult to set aside the time needed to grind enough coffee for an aeropress cup on mornings before school, and wanted to move to something electric that could grind the beans almost instantaneously. Let me know if you have any questions about grinders, or just coffee stuff in general, I'm a real geek for this stuff! :cool:
I love my encore, my coffee intake has maybe doubled since it's so easy to get grinds. Hand grinders aren't bad, but they do take a bit of time. About 3-5 minutes to grind 20 grams needed for an Aeropress (or the dosage/grind size I use for AP). When I think "Oh, a cup of coffee would be nice right now" it's super easy to measure up some beans and brew a cup in 5 minutes including cleanup time. Hand grinding is "Oh, a cup of coffee would be nice right now but I'm 10 minutes away from it (without cleanup), forget it" Or when using a siphon/vacuum brewer, it would easily be 2+ hand grinding sessions. I think I've brewed twice with a siphon hand grinding. Now, most weekends, that's how I'll brew coffee.
In terms of coffee storage, the place I go has some really nice plastic bags with the CO2 vent. Plus, I tend to buy 2 half pound bags and drink it before they would go stale. I'd say about a pound every 2-3 weeks. It's SUPER nice to have a local coffee roaster!
I feel so underclassed busting up my beans in a magic bullet.
UPGRADE. Any burr grinder is better than blade. Even a super low end, $40 electric burr is better than a blade grinder (and fresh beans, but that's a given). If you have the money, I'd go right for an encore. It's pretty much perfect for everything except espresso. You can do espressos with an encore, but if you have a decent espresso machine, you should for SURE have a decent grinder. I've heard so often that a grinder is more important for espresso than the espresso machine itself, unless you have a really low end espresso machine.
So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar. Also, always try to get lighter roasts, dark ones tend to have a burn taste IMO. Plus, I've heard light roast have more caffeine
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 29 July 2014, 20:13:08
So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar. Also, always try to get lighter roasts, dark ones tend to have a burn taste IMO. Plus, I've heard light roast have more caffeine
My preferences also lean towards lighter roasts. Do you have a brand that you could recommend?
Unrelated, I've just started looking for a dark roast that'll blow my mind with its amazing body. I've pretty much given up on amazing taste. Maybe I need to find a shop that'll brew with french press or do it myself. All the nice places I've been to use V60s to brew, and sometimes chemex.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 July 2014, 20:18:39
Do any of you guys use special containers for coffee storage?.
I've got a container like that where it keeps air out with a seal. It works pretty great. One of my better impulse buys :D.
So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar.
My preferences also lean towards lighter roasts. Do you have a brand that you could recommend?
I'm also a huge fan of Ethiopian coffees. Clacktalk, you live near the Bay Area don't you? A bunch of GHers who are way into coffee are from there and can point you to local roasters. I find that my local roaster in Cincinnati has the freshest beans so I like that the most.
Yup, I've heard quite a few plastic grinders/bin hold the ground beans. It's only a bit annoying, just hit it a bit to shake them loose. Also, you'd have to wash it more often due to the ultra fine particles.
That totally happens to my cheapo blade grinder and I never realized it until you suggested that Perlex. Damn...guess I know how I'm using my Amazon GiftCard :D
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Tue, 29 July 2014, 20:21:48
If you don't have any local roasters near you, I'm a big fan of a lot of the single origin/blends from Stumptown coffee, some of their stuff is a bit on the expensive side--but even their affordable coffees are great, and they of course roast any kind you select to order!So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar. Also, always try to get lighter roasts, dark ones tend to have a burn taste IMO. Plus, I've heard light roast have more caffeine
My preferences also lean towards lighter roasts. Do you have a brand that you could recommend?
Unrelated, I've just started looking for a dark roast that'll blow my mind with its amazing body. I've pretty much given up on amazing taste. Maybe I need to find a shop that'll brew with french press or do it myself. All the nice places I've been to use V60s to brew, and sometimes chemex.
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 29 July 2014, 20:50:57
So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar.
My preferences also lean towards lighter roasts. Do you have a brand that you could recommend?
I'm also a huge fan of Ethiopian coffees. Clacktalk, you live near the Bay Area don't you? A bunch of GHers who are way into coffee are from there and can point you to local roasters. I find that my local roaster in Cincinnati has the freshest beans so I like that the most.
Oooh I did PM nuclearsandwich about that and I do have a list of roasters I need to explore. I've been meaning to save that expedition for late August when my boo comes to visit, so I've just been stocking up on whatever Whole Foods has to offer. I'm just nosy and like knowing the companies that other people like frequenting haha. Gives me more stuff to put on my list and try : ] I like Panamanian beans the most!
If you don't have any local roasters near you, I'm a big fan of a lot of the single origin/blends from Stumptown coffee, some of their stuff is a bit on the expensive side--but even their affordable coffees are great, and they of course roast any kind you select to order!
I'm blessed to live so close to San Francisco, so finding local roasters isn't a problem. I do enjoy Stumptown, but I want to branch out from what they have to offer. I always keep a bag or two around for when I don't want to drink anything too fancy. But after I read your comment, I'm starting to wonder if I can find cheaper beans around where I live. All my favorite beans have cost me $18+ per 12 oz. when purchased locally, but I've moved since then. My fingers are crossed.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 29 July 2014, 20:57:33
I've been meaning to save that expedition for late August when my boo comes to visit, so I've just been stocking up on whatever Whole Foods has to offer.
I'm coming to visit you in August clacktalk?
Post by: Hundrakia on Tue, 29 July 2014, 21:02:49
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 29 July 2014, 21:06:54
So far, my favorite bean ever has been a light roasted Ethiopian harar. Also, always try to get lighter roasts, dark ones tend to have a burn taste IMO. Plus, I've heard light roast have more caffeine
My preferences also lean towards lighter roasts. Do you have a brand that you could recommend?
Unrelated, I've just started looking for a dark roast that'll blow my mind with its amazing body. I've pretty much given up on amazing taste. Maybe I need to find a shop that'll brew with french press or do it myself. All the nice places I've been to use V60s to brew, and sometimes chemex.
Find a local roaster. Here in Madison Wi, there are TONS of roasters. I heard of EVP because my workplace buys about 20+ pounds a month from them. They get a discount and don't mind if employees throw in their orders ($15 a lbs to $10).
When I'm in my college town, there is only one roaster, I wouldn't say they're as good as EVP, but I haven't tried all their coffees yet. They're about $12 or $13 a lbs.
If it's an option, I'd ALWAYS buy fresh roasted local coffee over some of the better known online roasters. Shipping can be fast, but drinking coffee that was roasted the same day is kinda cool.
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 29 July 2014, 21:18:14
LOLI've been meaning to save that expedition for late August when my boo comes to visit, so I've just been stocking up on whatever Whole Foods has to offer.
I'm coming to visit you in August clacktalk?
WE'RE SORRY BUT THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR HAS ALREADY BEEN FILLED that's what she said
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 29 July 2014, 23:36:36
my wife is fine with it as well.
recently i went to a friends how and i was intent on showing them just how aweful their keurig is, i mean i stay over 3x a year? so i have to drink this stuff.
to them it's about convenience, and i get that, i mean nothing is simpler than throwing in a cup, slapping it down and just making sure the damn thing is plugged in and theres water.
first i made cold press with my hario, since that would take like overnight to seep anyway.
then the moka pot
then french pressing
then aeropress
then espresso (with crema)
ending with drip
in the end they went for cold press, since it was the easiest ha!
Post by: lotus1109 on Tue, 29 July 2014, 23:44:04
Brewing method: Dripping (V60)
Beans: Ethiopian Yirgacheffe
Temperature would be 88 degree celcius.. it brings my favourite acidity at that temperature :)
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 29 July 2014, 23:49:26
I started off with a french press, but found the aeropress to make clearer tasting coffees, if that makes sense. I haven't switched my brew method, but I am considering cold brew.
Post by: lotus1109 on Tue, 29 July 2014, 23:58:45
What kind of kettle do you use when you prepare coffee using a V60? Do you think it would be difficult without a gooseneck? I want to get a V60, but I'm wondering if I need the gooseneck kettle first.It is quite important for a gooseneck as you can control the water flow more freely :) I bought a tiamo gooseneck which cost me around 15usd and it is good enough for dripping.
I started off with a french press, but found the aeropress to make clearer tasting coffees, if that makes sense. I haven't switched my brew method, but I am considering cold brew.
Imbalanced water flow may cause the dripping process goes wrong and coffee may taste less content.
Post by: Lanx on Wed, 30 July 2014, 00:32:29
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 31 July 2014, 14:29:06
anyone actually change their method of coffee? like i said b4, i went from aeropress to espresso to now the bunn drip coffee.
French to Aeropress. I still do both but I prefer Aeropress now.
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 31 July 2014, 14:36:49
something in a big can.. so i don't have to open little paper bags.. and then fold it and clip it and all that nonsense..
Post by: rayuki on Thu, 07 August 2014, 09:48:42
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 07 August 2014, 16:53:30
Post by: Lanx on Thu, 07 August 2014, 17:03:54
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 07 August 2014, 18:26:35
Not sure which PID I will go with. I'm thinking about hacking my Aquacomputer Aquaero 4 to run the boiler, a portafilter heater, and a milk frothing thermometer with a couple of SSR's. I might even make a combination preheater/sous vide bath! I'm just so pumped to be getting what I consider to be the most hackable prosumer machine ever made.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Thu, 07 August 2014, 18:43:55
Post by: lotus1109 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 08:34:55
Post by: Lanx on Sun, 10 August 2014, 13:49:32
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 10 August 2014, 14:25:41
Post by: The_Beast on Sun, 10 August 2014, 14:26:55
I have used an aero press for years when I'm traveling. It's not espresso, but it's darn good coffee. There are tons of aero press technique articles on YouTube too.
I love my AP. It's pretty cheap and SOOOOOOOO flexible with grind size, water temp, brew time.... I've never had a bad cup out of it, even with sub-par beans.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 11 August 2014, 21:42:39
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/12/yneta6uj.jpg)
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 12 August 2014, 07:24:27
coffeevac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JE9Z8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JE9Z8&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 12 August 2014, 08:35:57
hello fellow foodsaver user, i find that the coffeevac is a better option than the food saver because it lets the co2 out and its less annoying to goto the food saver everytime you have to close it.
coffeevac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JE9Z8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JE9Z8&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
Thanks for the tip; I might try that out. I don't use the food saver every day, just for long term storage (3-10 days). One thing I do like about the foodsaver is that the largest canister size can fit my grinder hopper inside.
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 12 August 2014, 10:27:08
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 12 August 2014, 10:29:32
use the coffeevac for daily use then. i used to foodvac half my beans and put the other half in my daily use glass mason jars. ever since i got the coffee vac, i noticed an improvement.Cool, will do. Thanks again!
Post by: clacktalk on Fri, 15 August 2014, 23:13:40
X-POST. My sister got me a 6-cup Chemex. How much coffee does she think I drink : ' [
Guess I'll have to host coffee parteez to get full value out of this
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sat, 16 August 2014, 06:48:16
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/14931726352_cc51683108_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oKt12N)
X-POST. My sister got me a 6-cup Chemex. How much coffee does she think I drink : ' [
Guess I'll have to host coffee parteez to get full value out of this
Those are really really nice. Cool sister.
Post by: clacktalk on Sat, 16 August 2014, 15:38:58
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3844/14931726352_cc51683108_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oKt12N)
X-POST. My sister got me a 6-cup Chemex. How much coffee does she think I drink : ' [
Guess I'll have to host coffee parteez to get full value out of this
Those are really really nice. Cool sister.
Super cool. I wish I had another sibling to buy me an electric gooseneck kettle though
Post by: deepthawt on Sat, 16 August 2014, 19:35:07
best cup-o-mud everrrrrrr
(http://istanbulfoodbazaar.com/images/detailed/1/Beko-Single-512x400.jpg)
This and Kafette's Brazil/Uganda/sidamo organic coffee is to live for.
Turkish coffee
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 19 August 2014, 07:28:00
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/19/uzuda9yg.jpg)
Post by: Binge on Tue, 19 August 2014, 10:58:27
My cup this morning.Show Image(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/19/uzuda9yg.jpg)
looks delicious :o May I "test" your machine.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 19 August 2014, 20:20:41
My cup this morning.Show Image(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/19/uzuda9yg.jpg)
looks delicious :o May I "test" your machine.
Anytime, bro. I'm in Orlando if you're ever in the area!
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 02 September 2014, 15:20:19
My cup this morning.Show Image(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/19/uzuda9yg.jpg)
looks delicious :o May I "test" your machine.
Dude! That espresso looks hella good! The cafecitos I make at home with my Moka pot look a little like the one pictured. The java is thick and brown like my mama's gravy and I whip up some crema for the top using sugar and espresso. Mmmmmmmmm...it's what I look forward to the most when I get home after a hard day's work of sitting and wrecking my eyes. :'(
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 04 September 2014, 10:48:17
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 09 September 2014, 15:57:30
You guys will hate me but...
Cheap store brand coffee made one pot at a time in a cheap coffee maker. At night, I turn off the pot heater and microwave the next day to re-heat. A bit of sugar and chocolate/vanilla flavored creamer
However, still better than instant coffee. That stuff tastes like hobo taint
Egads! :eek: That reminds me of working in a big office environ where the 1st person in brews a pot of watery Folgers that sits on the heating element allll dayyyy longgggg. That's the stuff that should be reserved for all-nighters and never drunk for the joy of the rich coffee flavour. It'll get the job done but that's all it'll do.
I don't hate you, though. ;)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 09 September 2014, 16:55:58
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 10 September 2014, 11:59:40
smarmar, where are you located? I'm in Orlando. Maybe we should do a Central Florida coffee/keyboard meetup?
Heedpantnow, I'm in Winter Park near Rollins College. You? Maybe we can find some more Orlando-ans in here and have a geekhack grassroots meeting, like you said. You know, push each others key switches, drink some tasty brew, no big whoop.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 10 September 2014, 12:02:03
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 10 September 2014, 12:17:06
By the way, this is my after-work drink-of-choice. A nice cafecito with whipped crema -- CUBAN STYLE!
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Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 10 September 2014, 12:22:17
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 10 September 2014, 12:35:23
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 10 September 2014, 12:37:28
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 10 September 2014, 13:21:22
Besides the cheap Cuban coffees, my other favorite is Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá). I think I might be single-handedly supporting the economy in the Vietnamese neighborhood near my home solely from my cà phê sữa đá and Phở purchases.
Post by: Binge on Wed, 10 September 2014, 16:38:07
I've been really into Ethiopian coffees. My favorite has been Amaryo Gayo that Coffee Emporium in Cincinnati carried. It was so smooth and it tasted like blueberry!
+1 for CPT's connect. he's spoiled me
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 10 September 2014, 16:43:10
(http://st.houzz.com/simgs/da813e310db21736_4-0814/eclectic-coffee-makers-and-tea-kettles.jpg)
I should get a new shot of my coffee setup
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 10 September 2014, 17:09:45
I've been using the ceramic V60 for the past couple of cups. Pretty good, but I think I still prefer the AP since it makes a pretty strong cup. Clean up/brew time is about the same.Beast, This video helped me improve my v60 results a little more. It turns out achieving good results is actually a lot simpler than I originally thought.Show Image(http://st.houzz.com/simgs/da813e310db21736_4-0814/eclectic-coffee-makers-and-tea-kettles.jpg)
I should get a new shot of my coffee setup
I think it's one of the the more unforgiving pour over methods based on some others I have practiced with. I've been using Kalita's system for a while now and am always really happy with the cup it produces on the condition I'm using coffee that's been roasted within about a week.
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 10 September 2014, 17:12:37
I've been using the ceramic V60 for the past couple of cups. Pretty good, but I think I still prefer the AP since it makes a pretty strong cup. Clean up/brew time is about the same.Beast, This video helped me improve my v60 results a little more. It turns out achieving good results is actually a lot simpler than I originally thought.Show Image(http://st.houzz.com/simgs/da813e310db21736_4-0814/eclectic-coffee-makers-and-tea-kettles.jpg)
I should get a new shot of my coffee setup
I think it's one of the the more unforgiving pour over methods based on some others I have practiced with. I've been using Kalita's system for a while now and am always really happy with the cup it produces on the condition I'm using coffee that's been roasted within about a week.
I'll for sure take a look. The only this is that I don't have a gooseneck kettle, just a spout like on this one:
(http://www.tlbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/electric-kettle.jpg)
But I knew that going into the V60 that I didn't have the idea kettle
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 11 September 2014, 14:51:20
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 11 September 2014, 14:53:43
I find it rather amazing that there are so many methods to brewing some good joe. A lot of the brewers, drippers, pressers, etc in this thread I never knew existed. It seems as though I have some new techniques to try. Bottoms up!
True, but with all of them the quality is in the grind!
Post by: samwisekoi on Fri, 19 September 2014, 08:43:21
Turns out that like everything else, coffee makers are now all made in the same two factories in China, and as far as I can tell they are all kind of crap. Luckily, Amazon's return policy is not crap, so they all went back as "not as described." (They were all described as "making good coffee".)
FYI, I only use freshly roasted beans that I grind immediately prior to making coffee or espresso. Monsoon Malabar or French Sumatra, both dark roasts.
Anyhow, after researching the subject further than Amazon reviews, I discovered finding "the best coffee maker" is as complicated and opinion-strewn as finding "the best keyboard*". But I finally settled on the Technivorm Moccamaster, but that costs as much as a proper espresso machine!
So I got a Hario to use while I built up the courage to spend big bucks on Dutch craftsmanship. Then, after discovering that it was possible to make coffee that was too strong, I have settled on a grind, amount, and method that makes really good coffee.
For 10% of the cost, that little V60 makes a damn fine cup of Joe!
- Ron | samwisekoi
* Still the Model M.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 19 September 2014, 09:12:40
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 19 September 2014, 12:20:48
For 10% of the cost, that little V60 makes a damn fine cup of Joe!
You have the variable temp kettle? If not I would recommend it for your V60.
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 19 September 2014, 12:42:05
For 10% of the cost, that little V60 makes a damn fine cup of Joe!
You have the variable temp kettle? If not I would recommend it for your V60.
A variable temp gooseneck kettle would be the best for a V60. Controlling water flow is pretty important for that style of brewing.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 19 September 2014, 20:58:21
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Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 19 September 2014, 21:02:46
Current espresso setup: just got a new grinder (Baratza Vario, from eBay), new tamper (Reg Barber, from eBay), bottomless portafilter, and some nice coffee from Counter Culture. I put a chalkboard sticker on the hopper to write which beans it have in there currently, and the grind settings for espresso and drip. Excited.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/19/1cdbe7cf1055af97f77b436706af501d.jpg)
I wouldn't leave beans in the hopper. I've heard they'll go stale faster being in open air.
I measure out my dosage and grind only what I need, keeping everything else in the bag my coffee comes in (a plastic back with a CO2 vent).
Post by: Lanx on Fri, 19 September 2014, 23:20:54
My old reliable German-made coffee maker finally died and bled out on the counter. RIP.
Turns out that like everything else, coffee makers are now all made in the same two factories in China, and as far as I can tell they are all kind of crap. Luckily, Amazon's return policy is not crap, so they all went back as "not as described." (They were all described as "making good coffee".)
FYI, I only use freshly roasted beans that I grind immediately prior to making coffee or espresso. Monsoon Malabar or French Sumatra, both dark roasts.
Anyhow, after researching the subject further than Amazon reviews, I discovered finding "the best coffee maker" is as complicated and opinion-strewn as finding "the best keyboard*". But I finally settled on the Technivorm Moccamaster, but that costs as much as a proper espresso machine!
So I got a Hario to use while I built up the courage to spend big bucks on Dutch craftsmanship. Then, after discovering that it was possible to make coffee that was too strong, I have settled on a grind, amount, and method that makes really good coffee.
For 10% of the cost, that little V60 makes a damn fine cup of Joe!
- Ron | samwisekoi
* Still the Model M.
one of the main reasons the moccamaster is so lauded is b/c it can reach 205f, many coffee makes do not, and if they do, the time it takes for them to reach the grind, they loose 10% heat.
i have this
BUNN HG Phase Brew 8-Cup Home Coffee Brewer (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003O976HY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003O976HY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=X33M35EKL5JZT63L)
tested by the coffee association, only 4 reach 205f and brew time, yada yada
moccamaster
bunn
bonavita bv1800
brazen
wow i just checked the price, i payed 56 a few months ago, now it's doubled, guess it's demand.
anyway, with this bunn i have since put away my v60 and stupid gooseneck kettle, i did have to play with grind size to get it just right.
Post by: Lanx on Fri, 19 September 2014, 23:27:05
Current espresso setup: just got a new grinder (Baratza Vario, from eBay), new tamper (Reg Barber, from eBay), bottomless portafilter, and some nice coffee from Counter Culture. I put a chalkboard sticker on the hopper to write which beans it have in there currently, and the grind settings for espresso and drip. Excited.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/19/1cdbe7cf1055af97f77b436706af501d.jpg)
I wouldn't leave beans in the hopper. I've heard they'll go stale faster being in open air.
I measure out my dosage and grind only what I need, keeping everything else in the bag my coffee comes in (a plastic back with a CO2 vent).
that coffee bag w/ co2 vent is only useful from the factory, when they vacuum seal it to keep o2 out. i'll quote myself, you should get a coffeevac
hello fellow foodsaver user, i find that the coffeevac is a better option than the food saver because it lets the co2 out and its less annoying to goto the food saver everytime you have to close it.
coffeevac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JE9Z8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JE9Z8&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
Post by: The_Beast on Fri, 19 September 2014, 23:48:40
Current espresso setup: just got a new grinder (Baratza Vario, from eBay), new tamper (Reg Barber, from eBay), bottomless portafilter, and some nice coffee from Counter Culture. I put a chalkboard sticker on the hopper to write which beans it have in there currently, and the grind settings for espresso and drip. Excited.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/19/1cdbe7cf1055af97f77b436706af501d.jpg)
I wouldn't leave beans in the hopper. I've heard they'll go stale faster being in open air.
I measure out my dosage and grind only what I need, keeping everything else in the bag my coffee comes in (a plastic back with a CO2 vent).
that coffee bag w/ co2 vent is only useful from the factory, when they vacuum seal it to keep o2 out. i'll quote myself, you should get a coffeevachello fellow foodsaver user, i find that the coffeevac is a better option than the food saver because it lets the co2 out and its less annoying to goto the food saver everytime you have to close it.
coffeevac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JE9Z8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JE9Z8&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
How long have you had it? Does it seem like a decent product?
It looks decent, price isn't to bad and isn't as bulky as a foodsaver would be (plus, I'm sure that would have a higher up front cost especially since I don't really see myself using a foodsaver for much else).
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sat, 20 September 2014, 09:04:35
Current espresso setup: just got a new grinder (Baratza Vario, from eBay), new tamper (Reg Barber, from eBay), bottomless portafilter, and some nice coffee from Counter Culture. I put a chalkboard sticker on the hopper to write which beans it have in there currently, and the grind settings for espresso and drip. Excited.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/19/1cdbe7cf1055af97f77b436706af501d.jpg)
I wouldn't leave beans in the hopper. I've heard they'll go stale faster being in open air.
I measure out my dosage and grind only what I need, keeping everything else in the bag my coffee comes in (a plastic back with a CO2 vent).
that coffee bag w/ co2 vent is only useful from the factory, when they vacuum seal it to keep o2 out. i'll quote myself, you should get a coffeevachello fellow foodsaver user, i find that the coffeevac is a better option than the food saver because it lets the co2 out and its less annoying to goto the food saver everytime you have to close it.
coffeevac (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JE9Z8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JE9Z8&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20)
So is the coffeevac just a canister with a one-way valve, or does it actually create a lower pressure inside the canister. If so, how does it work? I watched videos of it but still can't tell.
Post by: Lanx on Sat, 20 September 2014, 11:40:19
it's not expensive and, look at the ratings it's super reviewed almost 5 stars.
so yea just a 1 way valve jar. i mean it does "force" some air out i guess, you need hulk strength to put the cover on if you do not depress the button, so i guess you are forcing a bit of 02 out.
Post by: moemoe666 on Sat, 20 September 2014, 13:21:49
Post by: Lanx on Sat, 20 September 2014, 15:22:45
Anyone wanna try some Vietnamese Coffee :))old man condensed milk is a must
(http://www.trung-nguyen-online.com/images/longevity-gold.jpg)
Post by: moemoe666 on Sat, 20 September 2014, 16:54:11
Post by: Lanx on Sun, 21 September 2014, 04:44:10
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 21 September 2014, 08:07:44
Post by: moemoe666 on Sun, 21 September 2014, 22:38:55
Then hows it vietnamese?well, i dont know how to describe how its taste differently to other kinds, but 1 black cup ~ about 3-4 shots Starbucks espresso
VN coffee is primarily robusta beans, and brewed through a little tin or aluminum pour over cup/saucer. Often has the sweetened condensed milk but not always. I drank a ton of it each time I went there, but would rather have other types when I'm at home :-)
I prefer using black one with sugar
Have you try egg coffee :]]
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 22 September 2014, 07:24:24
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 22 September 2014, 07:38:41
Post by: Binge on Mon, 22 September 2014, 12:12:35
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 22 September 2014, 12:14:03
The local coffee roasters found a new Ethiopian farm that they like. Apparently it's "better coffee" and they can get more supply from that farm? And I'm excited to try it since Binge has been raving about it :D.
Post by: moemoe666 on Tue, 23 September 2014, 00:19:18
I'd love some Vietnamese coffee. :)
:D
could you please PM the address, I would send you some this weekend ;D
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 23 September 2014, 11:52:05
Anyone wanna try some Vietnamese Coffee :))old man condensed milk is a mustShow Image(http://www.trung-nguyen-online.com/images/longevity-gold.jpg)
Vietnamese cà phê sữa đá (iced coffee with condensed milk) is probably my second favourite coffee, just after cafecito (Cuban espresso). You guys have got me jonezin' for some now and I'm stuck here at work drinking bagged longjing green tea like a sucker!
Post by: cooldiscretion on Tue, 23 September 2014, 12:24:55
Apparently, it's one of those delicacies that some people really like and others just don't. But definitely for people not from Indo it makes sense to give it a try at least once.
Apparently, shipping it places is a complicated task given the way it is processed and all.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 23 September 2014, 12:29:14
Has anyone here ever had Kopi Luwak? I've never had any but my girlfriend is from Indonesia so she told me about it.
Apparently, it's one of those delicacies that some people really like and others just don't. But definitely for people not from Indo it makes sense to give it a try at least once.
Apparently, shipping it places is a complicated task given the way it is processed and all.
I've had it. Tastes like crap :-)
Well, I'm sort of kidding. It's coffee with the added flavor of the ferret's digestive tract. So not much different than adding a flavoring to your coffee, just a lot more trouble, expense, and grossness.
Post by: The_Beast on Tue, 23 September 2014, 13:55:57
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 23 September 2014, 14:37:14
Post by: Binge on Tue, 23 September 2014, 15:09:23
Post by: cooldiscretion on Tue, 23 September 2014, 16:19:59
Has anyone here ever had Kopi Luwak? I've never had any but my girlfriend is from Indonesia so she told me about it.
Apparently, it's one of those delicacies that some people really like and others just don't. But definitely for people not from Indo it makes sense to give it a try at least once.
Apparently, shipping it places is a complicated task given the way it is processed and all.
I've had it. Tastes like crap :-)
Well, I'm sort of kidding. It's coffee with the added flavor of the ferret's digestive tract. So not much different than adding a flavoring to your coffee, just a lot more trouble, expense, and grossness.
I'll have to try it someday. I'm inclined to believe it is one of those things people have to do at least once.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 01 October 2014, 18:16:51
I'd love some Vietnamese coffee. :)
:D could you please PM the address, I would send you some this weekend ;D
I got my coffee today. My mailbox has never smelled so good. It smelled like amazing coffee and my childhood. I can't wait to get some in me! Thank you so much moemoe666.
Post by: Hundrakia on Wed, 01 October 2014, 19:30:22
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 01 October 2014, 20:47:44
Has anyone here ever had Kopi Luwak? I've never had any but my girlfriend is from Indonesia so she told me about it.
Apparently, it's one of those delicacies that some people really like and others just don't. But definitely for people not from Indo it makes sense to give it a try at least once.
Apparently, shipping it places is a complicated task given the way it is processed and all.
My Chinese friend in Indonesia loves Kopi Luwak and sends me photos of him enjoying it, that snob. :p
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 01 October 2014, 21:07:36
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 01 October 2014, 21:13:56
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 01 October 2014, 21:22:21
I'll take you up on that in the future beast, I've got some viet coffee to enjoy first.
They have some pretty good stuff and pretty much always fresh. I don't think I've ever gotten a bag that wasn't roasted within the last 4 days.
I've been pushing them to get some ethiopian long bean/harrar. Here's hoping!
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 01 October 2014, 21:31:24
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 01 October 2014, 21:38:43
Beast, what kind of roaster are you rocking? Something big like a probat? I use a popcorn popper :-)
I wish I was roasting my own but it's a local coffee shop. Buy one lb on Monday, free latte, so I tend to go Monday nights every other week (I use about a pound every other week)
Post by: cooldiscretion on Thu, 02 October 2014, 10:50:28
Espresso Vivace. I would be interested in exchanging with someone for a pound or so. :)
Also, if you'd rather just buy some yourself, they have a website and ship coffee inside the domestic US.
http://espressovivace.com/
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 02 October 2014, 11:13:57
Post by: cooldiscretion on Thu, 02 October 2014, 12:05:40
I'm mentioned this before but these guys are my local roaster (http://www.coffee-emporium.com/coffeestore). Like The_Beast, they always roast in house fresh so I can stop by and grab anything people want. I'd be happy to do a trade of beans. I'm vary partial to their Ethiopian coffee; I haven't tried the Misty Valley yet but Binge loved his.
Sent you a PM
Post by: The_Beast on Thu, 02 October 2014, 12:34:10
I'm mentioned this before but these guys are my local roaster (http://www.coffee-emporium.com/coffeestore). Like The_Beast, they always roast in house fresh so I can stop by and grab anything people want. I'd be happy to do a trade of beans. I'm vary partial to their Ethiopian coffee; I haven't tried the Misty Valley yet but Binge loved his.
My local roaster has a web site, but sadly they don't list what coffees they have in stock :(
If you tell me about the flavors you'd like, let me know and I pick something up for you!
They also come in pretty nice bags if that means anything to you ;D
Post by: cooldiscretion on Thu, 02 October 2014, 12:56:06
They also come in pretty nice bags if that means anything to you ;D
Gotta love a nice bag.
Post by: The_Beast on Thu, 02 October 2014, 13:01:47
They also come in pretty nice bags if that means anything to you ;D
Gotta love a nice bag.
I keep all of them. They do a discount if you return and reuse them, but I like knowing what coffees of theirs I've already tried.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 02 October 2014, 13:34:46
Post by: The_Beast on Thu, 02 October 2014, 13:53:28
Okay, at first I wrote it off as marketing nonsense, but now I'm intrigued. Got pics?
Well, maybe not THAT nice, but way better than EVP's bags. And EVP was THE place to get coffee in Madison, if that means anything. Resealable without the tin strap and the CO2 vent make it, IMO, a good bag. (don't mind the giant stack of dishes in the back, god i hate my roommates some times!)
(http://i.imgur.com/LrJsdzO.jpg)
Also thought I might as well do a battle station picture. Ceramic V60, Porlex Mini, Cory Vacuum Coffee Pot Maker, Aeropress, Baratza Encore, basic variable temp kettle and 2 Zojirushi mugs (one for coffee and one for ice water, GREAT mugs btw)
(http://i.imgur.com/i0iPggR.jpg)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 02 October 2014, 14:04:15
Post by: moemoe666 on Thu, 02 October 2014, 15:27:39
I got my coffee today. My mailbox has never smelled so good. It smelled like amazing coffee and my childhood. I can't wait to get some in me! Thank you so much moemoe666.
Niceee
:))
you re welcome, that my favorite coffee :D
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 03 October 2014, 06:53:26
http://www.engadget.com/2014/10/03/civet-coffee-without-the-pooping/?utm_source=Feed_Classic_Full&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget&?ncid=rss_full
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 03 October 2014, 07:10:03
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 03 October 2014, 07:22:21
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 09 October 2014, 08:46:26
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Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 09 October 2014, 08:47:36
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 09 October 2014, 08:57:49
Damn that looks good smarmar
It was! It was! :D
I had not made ca phe sua nong in years but it turned out quite tasty.
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 09 October 2014, 09:07:58
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
It takes me a full day to finish 1 Vietnamese iced coffee acquired from a pho noodle house, they're so strong. Heedpantsnow, are you near Goldenrod and Lake Underhill? If so, there is a pho joint called Saigon Noodle & Grill in the plaza next to the skating rink. They have the best ca phe sua da I've ever had. They use beans from their own coffee fields in Vietnam.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 09 October 2014, 10:15:28
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
It takes me a full day to finish 1 Vietnamese iced coffee acquired from a pho noodle house, they're so strong. Heedpantsnow, are you near Goldenrod and Lake Underhill? If so, there is a pho joint called Saigon Noodle & Grill in the plaza next to the skating rink. They have the best ca phe sua da I've ever had. They use beans from their own coffee fields in Vietnam.
Sweet. I'll have to check it out!
Right now I'm in Birmingham enjoying some luscious Octane Coffee.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/09/215adad943272c2d5b0399cd8dbc37ac.jpg)
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 09 October 2014, 14:04:51
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
It takes me a full day to finish 1 Vietnamese iced coffee acquired from a pho noodle house, they're so strong. Heedpantsnow, are you near Goldenrod and Lake Underhill? If so, there is a pho joint called Saigon Noodle & Grill in the plaza next to the skating rink. They have the best ca phe sua da I've ever had. They use beans from their own coffee fields in Vietnam.
Sweet. I'll have to check it out!
Right now I'm in Birmingham enjoying some luscious Octane Coffee.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/09/215adad943272c2d5b0399cd8dbc37ac.jpg)
Birmingham, Alabama or England? I'm assuming Alabama, judging by that guy's shirt. Either one--that coffee looked good!
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 13 October 2014, 11:32:24
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
It takes me a full day to finish 1 Vietnamese iced coffee acquired from a pho noodle house, they're so strong. Heedpantsnow, are you near Goldenrod and Lake Underhill? If so, there is a pho joint called Saigon Noodle & Grill in the plaza next to the skating rink. They have the best ca phe sua da I've ever had. They use beans from their own coffee fields in Vietnam.
Sweet. I'll have to check it out!
Right now I'm in Birmingham enjoying some luscious Octane Coffee.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/09/215adad943272c2d5b0399cd8dbc37ac.jpg)
Birmingham, Alabama or England? I'm assuming Alabama, judging by that guy's shirt. Either one--that coffee looked good!
Sorry, yeah, Alabama. Octane makes some very nice espresso in house but I can't seem to replicate it with their beans at home. Going to stick to Counter Culture. This is my last bag of Rustico, they are rebranding it "Mosaic". Whatever.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/13/f0275ec9d4b362758a02baa833e02886.jpg)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 13 October 2014, 11:33:21
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/13/3ce07cf7a9c7acaa6c309aec75d7bf0e.jpg)
It can take a triple basket and 12mm threaded handles. Got a sweet deal on it too!
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 13 October 2014, 17:24:47
First off, I r nub, but are there any places online to order coffee that is good and fresh? (Like with priority shipping and everything)
I love coffee but there really aren't places around me to get fresh stuff, at least that I can find. There is this one place right down the road that apparently stocks a ton of stuff and I went there yesterday but they only had about 3 different types of coffee sitting out. (I still got some but I want to try more)
Here is their website:
http://www.islandroastcoffee.com/about-us
Thanks ;)
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 13 October 2014, 17:57:04
Perhaps not 100% on topic but I don't think there is a general coffee thread here, is there? :PWhen I first started ordering fresh coffee, I started off ordering from Stumptown,and actually still do occasionally just because some of their blends/single origins are just so damn good. They roast anything you buy to order, and always ship next business day so by the time you get it, it's still super fresh. One of my favorite parts about getting fresh coffee in the mail is how the aroma of the beans emits outside of the package and makes your mailbox smell like a coffeehouse. :)
First off, I r nub, but are there any places online to order coffee that is good and fresh? (Like with priority shipping and everything)
I love coffee but there really aren't places around me to get fresh stuff, at least that I can find. There is this one place right down the road that apparently stocks a ton of stuff and I went there yesterday but they only had about 3 different types of coffee sitting out. (I still got some but I want to try more)
Here is their website:
http://www.islandroastcoffee.com/about-us
Thanks ;)
I would highly recommend giving Stumptown a look, but could also recommend some other awesome vendors if you feel they're too expensive or anything.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 13 October 2014, 18:02:13
Counter culture (NC)
intelligentsia (Chicago)
Blue Bottle or Tonx (West Coast)
Redbird (Idaho I think)
All of them roast fresh and ship quick. You really can't go wrong.
I go with Counter Culture because they are regional, aren't super expensive, and give a discount on product and shipping for subscriptions.
Post by: HPE1000 on Mon, 13 October 2014, 18:13:51
Looks great, I will look into stumptown, any particular coffees you like the most from them? :DPerhaps not 100% on topic but I don't think there is a general coffee thread here, is there? :PWhen I first started ordering fresh coffee, I started off ordering from Stumptown,and actually still do occasionally just because some of their blends/single origins are just so damn good. They roast anything you buy to order, and always ship next business day so by the time you get it, it's still super fresh. One of my favorite parts about getting fresh coffee in the mail is how the aroma of the beans emits outside of the package and makes your mailbox smell like a coffeehouse. :)
First off, I r nub, but are there any places online to order coffee that is good and fresh? (Like with priority shipping and everything)
I love coffee but there really aren't places around me to get fresh stuff, at least that I can find. There is this one place right down the road that apparently stocks a ton of stuff and I went there yesterday but they only had about 3 different types of coffee sitting out. (I still got some but I want to try more)
Here is their website:
http://www.islandroastcoffee.com/about-us
Thanks ;)
I would highly recommend giving Stumptown a look, but could also recommend some other awesome vendors if you feel they're too expensive or anything.
I heartily recommend all of these:Thank you, I will give counter culture a try sometime :)
Counter culture (NC)
intelligentsia (Chicago)
Blue Bottle or Tonx (West Coast)
Redbird (Idaho I think)
All of them roast fresh and ship quick. You really can't go wrong.
I go with Counter Culture because they are regional, aren't super expensive, and give a discount on product and shipping for subscriptions.
Thanks both of you :thumb:
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 13 October 2014, 18:21:31
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Mon, 13 October 2014, 18:25:49
Another thing I like is how they have all the tasting notes beside all of their coffees, and if you click the drop down menu under "Shop" you can get an even more specific results. I'm sure whichever you pick, you'll really like! ;)
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 14 October 2014, 12:27:40
Just made my first cup of the vietnamese coffee moemoe666 sent me. Just as strong as I remember it being. Made it in my aeropress. Strong, really smooth, and really thick. Like it was almost syrupy. It was delicious but now I'm too amped up at work.
I know, right! Sometimes after a quad espresso my legs get shakey at my desk and I can't sit still!! First world coffee snob problems I guess. :-)
It takes me a full day to finish 1 Vietnamese iced coffee acquired from a pho noodle house, they're so strong. Heedpantsnow, are you near Goldenrod and Lake Underhill? If so, there is a pho joint called Saigon Noodle & Grill in the plaza next to the skating rink. They have the best ca phe sua da I've ever had. They use beans from their own coffee fields in Vietnam.
Sweet. I'll have to check it out!
Right now I'm in Birmingham enjoying some luscious Octane Coffee.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/09/215adad943272c2d5b0399cd8dbc37ac.jpg)
Birmingham, Alabama or England? I'm assuming Alabama, judging by that guy's shirt. Either one--that coffee looked good!
Sorry, yeah, Alabama. Octane makes some very nice espresso in house but I can't seem to replicate it with their beans at home. Going to stick to Counter Culture. This is my last bag of Rustico, they are rebranding it "Mosaic". Whatever.Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/13/f0275ec9d4b362758a02baa833e02886.jpg)
Oh man, that HEAD! That looks too delicious to drink! I need to expand my coffee horizons a bit more.
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 14 October 2014, 12:33:51
(http://[attachimg=1])
And here is my collection of olde-school coffee devices:
(http://[attachimg=1]) :thumb:
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 14 October 2014, 12:36:27
(http://[attachimg=1])
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 14 October 2014, 13:01:58
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 15 October 2014, 10:59:37
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 15 October 2014, 13:20:54
It seems it doesn't take as much pressure to use anymore.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 15 October 2014, 13:24:51
Well I don't think it has a huge impact but I forgot to empty my aeropress a couple nights ago and the plunger sat in the tube for a good 12-20 hours :/
It seems it doesn't take as much pressure to use anymore.
I've heard they are prone to that. I've also heard that holding it under hot running water and letting it sit out for several days will return it to almost it's original seal.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 16 October 2014, 08:43:51
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/16/fda06518f7a605d01d7ddab999f55e0a.jpg)
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:09:21
Nice ibrik Smarmar. Have you been to Middle East?
My mom got the ibrik in Key West and gave it to me because she thought the coffee tasted like it was from the sea (I guess that means gross??). Sadly, no, I've never been to the Middle East.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:24:25
Enjoying a ristretto and croissant this morning at La Colombe in Philly. Recommended!Dude! You should have told me you were coming to town! I love La Colombe! :thumb:Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/16/fda06518f7a605d01d7ddab999f55e0a.jpg)
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:32:25
I really need to pick up one of those little drip containers for that proper Vietnamese coffee. And Cafe du Monde is such a throwback for me :).
Well, what are you waiting for? Act now while supplies last! Just one easy payment of $6.25 USD! :p
I recommend getting one with a sturdy screw-on filter insert so you can control the packing of the grounds. Cheaper ones come with either a smaller, flimsy screw-on filter that will break over time or one that just sits on top of the grounds.
Are you French or from New Orleans?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 17 October 2014, 21:43:00
Enjoying a ristretto and croissant this morning at La Colombe in Philly. Recommended!Dude! You should have told me you were coming to town! I love La Colombe! :thumb:Show Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/16/fda06518f7a605d01d7ddab999f55e0a.jpg)
Aw man! I totally would have loved to get together! I'll be up there again in about 6 months. Will let you know.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 29 October 2014, 08:27:19
Well, what are you waiting for? Act now while supplies last! Just one easy payment of $6.25 USD! :p
I recommend getting one with a sturdy screw-on filter insert so you can control the packing of the grounds. Cheaper ones come with either a smaller, flimsy screw-on filter that will break over time or one that just sits on top of the grounds.
Are you French or from New Orleans?
I have an aeropress and french press. I don't know if I want yet another coffee making device lol. I think a lot of Vietnamese people drink Cafe Du Monde with that little drip container. My whole family grew up drinking it so it's been a fixture in my house since I can remember.
Post by: HPE1000 on Tue, 04 November 2014, 19:34:33
I just got a ceramic burr grinder and it really does make a difference compared to the cheapo electric blade grinder I was using before.
I still have not ordered coffee from any of those online places yet, but that is just because I am still trying coffee from this local place right now. The last couple types of coffee I have got from them have been awesome. Right now I have some organic kenyan aa kia ora and it is my favorite coffee I have gotten there so far.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 04 November 2014, 19:38:11
But French press is a bit more versatile. For example if you want to make coffee for more than one person. I made cold brew coffee in my French press earlier this week which is nice.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 04 November 2014, 19:56:40
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 05 November 2014, 00:37:55
I use the aeropress inverted which seems to be better so far.
Post by: Lanx on Wed, 05 November 2014, 04:38:58
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 05 November 2014, 05:47:27
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 05 November 2014, 09:14:44
www.thesweethome.com/reviews/gear-for-making-great-coffee/
Post by: Binge on Wed, 05 November 2014, 10:18:38
Post by: jwaz on Wed, 05 November 2014, 13:27:41
The aeropress is not rocket science, and to be honest there's nothing about it that would dull the taste of more expensive coffees. The article describes the pour over method very well, but I'm not sure they quite "get it" when it comes to the aeropress.
The thing I have trouble with about the Aeropress is how many freaking brewing techniques you can do with it, inverted, low-temp, metal filter, etc. That's probably why I use the my press pot more is because it just works really well all the time, quickly and with minimal mess.
I have the variable kettle so I'm thinking sometime soon I'll have to try my hand at chemex/ pour overs.
Post by: HPE1000 on Wed, 05 November 2014, 13:46:08
The aeropress is ridiculously easy to clean though, that is what I like so much.The aeropress is not rocket science, and to be honest there's nothing about it that would dull the taste of more expensive coffees. The article describes the pour over method very well, but I'm not sure they quite "get it" when it comes to the aeropress.
The thing I have trouble with about the Aeropress is how many freaking brewing techniques you can do with it, inverted, low-temp, metal filter, etc. That's probably why I use the my press pot more is because it just works really well all the time, quickly and with minimal mess.
I have the variable kettle so I'm thinking sometime soon I'll have to try my hand at chemex/ pour overs.
As of right now, I do inverted for 2 mins and then around a 10-20 second press. I am really not sure if that is the advised procedure but it tastes good to me and all you do is push out the grounds and wipe the little rubber plunger if all the coffee didn't come off it.
I am afraid of making my coffee any better tbh because I am drinking so much it's getting out of hand. :-[
Although I am 100% down to try any other method/maker if it is better.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 19 December 2014, 16:49:23
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/19/415135937cb8afd84e4482e1f63f8b87.jpg)
Post by: Joebroniee on Sat, 27 December 2014, 21:42:28
Post by: meztek on Fri, 02 January 2015, 22:34:47
Post by: Binge on Sat, 03 January 2015, 10:01:34
This thread is a fantastic idea! It's got me thinking about asking the coffee shoppe down the street if they would sell me a small batch of beans. Best coffee I've had in years. I'll update once I get around to asking them.
Yeah man keep the good times rolling :) Definitely post what you've got and see if anyone will exchange bean w/you.
Post by: opensecret on Sat, 03 January 2015, 12:40:46
I'm definitely investing in an arrow press and ceramic burr grinder soon (anyone have any experience with Hario?).
As for trading I have access to a myriad of local stuff, Blue Bottle, Ritual, Four Barrel and Sight Glass as well as Sweet Maria's for unroasted beans. I'm will to trade with anyone interested in trying any of these companies coffees.
ISO Stumptown FT various Bay Area coffees
Man I miss Stumptown so much... :(
Hario is a hot brand among coffee-loving hipsters, and people who have the Hario grinder say it’s very good.
AeroPress does make a good cup of coffee, but I don’t use it because I avoid plastic wherever possible in making coffee. Personally I prefer Chemex or a French press, or espresso if you have a good grinder and machine.
Coffee peaks a few days after it’s roasted (when it's doing a lot of off-gassing), and then gradually gets stale, so if you don’t know when it was roasted, you don’t know what you’re getting. (The general consensus in the coffee world is that green coffee beans last for many months; roasted beans for a couple of weeks, and ground coffee for a matter of minutes.)If you’re going to have beans around for more than a week or two, I think they’ll hold up better in the freezer, but that’s controversial among coffee enthusiasts.
If you don't have a good local source for coffee, most of the specialty coffee vendors sell on-line, including some mentioned in this thread like Blue Bottle and Stumptown. Also excellent are Intelligentsia in Chicago, PT’s in Topeka, and George Howell in Boston. For equipment, almost everyone's favorite vendor is Chris Coffee in Albany, NY.
The coffee equivalent to geekhack is coffeegeek.com – if you think keyboards can be a pricey hobby, avoid the reviews there of high end espresso machines as well as the forums where people discuss equipment and technique for roasting your own coffee.
Post by: nandop on Sun, 04 January 2015, 19:17:58
I own a french press and mokka pot. I prefer the french press and use an electric water heater to boil the water as hot as possible. That's what I've found to have the best flavor for me. I buy whole ground.
My latest coffee has been Colombian 100% arabica from Costco, I'm currently on vacation but I'll post pictures when I come back. Its in a silver package.
Post by: Binge on Sun, 04 January 2015, 22:27:55
I absolutely love coffee. How do I participate in the exchange? :D
I own a french press and mokka pot. I prefer the french press and use an electric water heater to boil the water as hot as possible. That's what I've found to have the best flavor for me. I buy whole ground.
My latest coffee has been Colombian 100% arabica from Costco, I'm currently on vacation but I'll post pictures when I come back. Its in a silver package.
You can post about coffee and/or contact others in the thread and send them a whole bean sample of something you like that is locally roasted.
Post by: nandop on Mon, 05 January 2015, 07:02:57
I absolutely love coffee. How do I participate in the exchange? :D
I own a french press and mokka pot. I prefer the french press and use an electric water heater to boil the water as hot as possible. That's what I've found to have the best flavor for me. I buy whole ground.
My latest coffee has been Colombian 100% arabica from Costco, I'm currently on vacation but I'll post pictures when I come back. Its in a silver package.
You can post about coffee and/or contact others in the thread and send them a whole bean sample of something you like that is locally roasted.
Ahhh! I see. I'll come back when I have something. At least now, I'm on the lookout! :D Thanks
Post by: viskin on Mon, 05 January 2015, 15:18:19
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 13 January 2015, 11:57:03
Made a new drink tonight. Iced almond vanilla latte (mainly for my wife, but it tastes pretty good).Wow, that looks like a lot of cream in that there latte! The luscious coffee layer looks divine with its caramel color and the way it coats the ice cubes. :pShow Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/19/415135937cb8afd84e4482e1f63f8b87.jpg)
I decided to try one of those new Flat White lattes from Starbucks the other day. It uses a double ristretto shot which gives it a really smooth yet rich flavour. I got a tall size but will get a short next time. I like to taste my coffee without it being drowned in milk and/or water.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 13 January 2015, 12:00:43
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 13 January 2015, 12:03:16
Made a new drink tonight. Iced almond vanilla latte (mainly for my wife, but it tastes pretty good).Wow, that looks like a lot of cream in that there latte! The luscious coffee layer looks divine with its caramel color and the way it coats the ice cubes. :pShow Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/19/415135937cb8afd84e4482e1f63f8b87.jpg)
I decided to try one of those new Flat White lattes from Starbucks the other day. It uses a double ristretto shot which gives it a really smooth yet rich flavour. I got a tall size but will get a short next time. I like to taste my coffee without it being drowned in milk and/or water.
I like to taste my coffee also. That drink I showed was mainly for my wife. To much other flavor for me.
You should try a Cortado in a shop other than Starbucks (come down to East Orlando to Vespr. Tell them Alan sent you). It's basically a flat white (that name is mainly used in W. Europe, which is why Sbucks thinks it's cool and "new").
Or come to my house and I'll make you one!
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 13 January 2015, 12:04:30
I saw that ristretto shot at Starbucks but I didn't really understand what it was. Plus I'm kinda leery on lattes because it's usually coffee flavored milk.
Ristretto is a shot extracted without the bitter end. You taste the bean more, but there's a bit less of it. (or they put in more espresso and then pull the same amount of liquid).
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 13 January 2015, 13:02:40
I just so happened to wander into Vespr about 2 weeks ago while taking my ol' lady to Kohl's. I enjoyed a danged-fine mocha! I find that a good coffee smooths out the torture of shopping with my lass. ;)Made a new drink tonight. Iced almond vanilla latte (mainly for my wife, but it tastes pretty good).Wow, that looks like a lot of cream in that there latte! The luscious coffee layer looks divine with its caramel color and the way it coats the ice cubes. :pShow Image(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/19/415135937cb8afd84e4482e1f63f8b87.jpg)
I decided to try one of those new Flat White lattes from Starbucks the other day. It uses a double ristretto shot which gives it a really smooth yet rich flavour. I got a tall size but will get a short next time. I like to taste my coffee without it being drowned in milk and/or water.
I like to taste my coffee also. That drink I showed was mainly for my wife. To much other flavor for me.
You should try a Cortado in a shop other than Starbucks (come down to East Orlando to Vespr. Tell them Alan sent you). It's basically a flat white (that name is mainly used in W. Europe, which is why Sbucks thinks it's cool and "new").
Or come to my house and I'll make you one!
PM me with directions and I'll take you up on that offer! Maybe we can hit the Fuji sushi while we're at it, if you're into that kinda thing.
Post by: jwaz on Tue, 13 January 2015, 13:30:40
Hario is a hot brand among coffee-loving hipsters, and people who have the Hario grinder say it�s very good.The Hario grinder is adequate for what it is, agreed.
AeroPress does make a good cup of coffee, but I don�t use it because I avoid plastic wherever possible in making coffee. Personally I prefer Chemex or a French press, or espresso if you have a good grinder and machine.AeroPress, IMVHO, isn't worth it either. I also much prefer FP but have yet to try Chemex at home despite having one of those Bonavita kettles.
Coffee peaks a few days after it�s roasted (when it's doing a lot of off-gassing), and then gradually gets stale, so if you don�t know when it was roasted, you don�t know what you�re getting. (The general consensus in the coffee world is that green coffee beans last for many months; roasted beans for a couple of weeks, and ground coffee for a matter of minutes.)If you�re going to have beans around for more than a week or two, I think they�ll hold up better in the freezer, but that�s controversial among coffee enthusiasts.All the stuff I get locally is roasted within days of me buying it. Even the Stumptown/ Intelligentsia stuff which travels the farthest. I would never put coffee in the freezer. I go through about a bag per week and haven't had problems with freshness though I have had some espresso shots that were so fresh they had some semi unpleasant bitterness and needed to mellow.
If you don't have a good local source for coffee, most of the specialty coffee vendors sell on-line, including some mentioned in this thread like Blue Bottle and Stumptown. Also excellent are Intelligentsia in Chicago, PT�s in Topeka, and George Howell in Boston. For equipment, almost everyone's favorite vendor is Chris Coffee in Albany, NY.My local coffee (The Bay Area) is probably some of the best in the US. Ritual, Sightglass, Four Barrel, Blue Bottle, Chromatic, etc all roast here. Plus there are a few spots with Intelligentsia, Heart and Stumptown so I'm a pretty happy camper.
The coffee equivalent to geekhack is coffeegeek.com � if you think keyboards can be a pricey hobby, avoid the reviews there of high end espresso machines as well as the forums where people discuss equipment and technique for roasting your own coffee.I've got my eye on an Olympia Cremina but I'm not sure I can swing the pricetag, even used, yet.
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 14 January 2015, 10:37:17
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 14 January 2015, 10:39:17
I have plummeted to a new low this morning. In my desperation for caffeine I dropped 3 white chocolate peppermint Hershey's kisses into a mug of Keurig-brewed medium roast and had a hobo peppermint mocha. Don't hate. :(
Oh God dude the horror!
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 14 January 2015, 10:41:46
Two years later ;)Hario is a hot brand among coffee-loving hipsters, and people who have the Hario grinder say it�s very good.The Hario grinder is adequate for what it is, agreed.AeroPress does make a good cup of coffee, but I don�t use it because I avoid plastic wherever possible in making coffee. Personally I prefer Chemex or a French press, or espresso if you have a good grinder and machine.AeroPress, IMVHO, isn't worth it either. I also much prefer FP but have yet to try Chemex at home despite having one of those Bonavita kettles.Coffee peaks a few days after it�s roasted (when it's doing a lot of off-gassing), and then gradually gets stale, so if you don�t know when it was roasted, you don�t know what you�re getting. (The general consensus in the coffee world is that green coffee beans last for many months; roasted beans for a couple of weeks, and ground coffee for a matter of minutes.)If you�re going to have beans around for more than a week or two, I think they�ll hold up better in the freezer, but that�s controversial among coffee enthusiasts.All the stuff I get locally is roasted within days of me buying it. Even the Stumptown/ Intelligentsia stuff which travels the farthest. I would never put coffee in the freezer. I go through about a bag per week and haven't had problems with freshness though I have had some espresso shots that were so fresh they had some semi unpleasant bitterness and needed to mellow.If you don't have a good local source for coffee, most of the specialty coffee vendors sell on-line, including some mentioned in this thread like Blue Bottle and Stumptown. Also excellent are Intelligentsia in Chicago, PT�s in Topeka, and George Howell in Boston. For equipment, almost everyone's favorite vendor is Chris Coffee in Albany, NY.My local coffee (The Bay Area) is probably some of the best in the US. Ritual, Sightglass, Four Barrel, Blue Bottle, Chromatic, etc all roast here. Plus there are a few spots with Intelligentsia, Heart and Stumptown so I'm a pretty happy camper.The coffee equivalent to geekhack is coffeegeek.com � if you think keyboards can be a pricey hobby, avoid the reviews there of high end espresso machines as well as the forums where people discuss equipment and technique for roasting your own coffee.I've got my eye on an Olympia Cremina but I'm not sure I can swing the pricetag, even used, yet.
Actually I'm more partial to Home-barista.com than CoffeeGeek. Check out this thread (drool): http://www.home-barista.com/espresso-machines/post-pic-of-your-home-espresso-setup-t5194-2810.html
My unicorn is a La Marzocco Speedster. But it's way out of my league. :-(
Post by: jwaz on Sun, 15 February 2015, 02:14:45
Quick snap of my work setup. Been hitting the Stumptown pretty hard.
Post by: Binge on Tue, 17 February 2015, 23:36:37
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/pCXiyJF.jpg)
Quick snap of my work setup. Been hitting the Stumptown pretty hard.
looking really good man!
Post by: Larken on Fri, 20 February 2015, 21:53:30
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7294/16571250016_7d8e38ed7a_z.jpg)
and... my morning latte
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7292/16596048641_01b679998f_b.jpg)
Been practicing my freepour out of boredom :))
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 20 February 2015, 22:09:09
Post by: motherbrain on Fri, 20 February 2015, 23:25:56
here in nashville, my favorite spot is "8th and Roast." always solid taste profiles. i grind my beans every morning and use good ole mr coffee because i'm (1) too lazy to use my chemex and (2) too impatient to use the french press. at least i use a burr grinder. no sugar. no cream. no fancy additives. single origin only so i can "taste the region."
geez i sound like a snob.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sat, 21 February 2015, 08:12:14
geez i sound like a snob.
Anything worth doing is worth overdoing, my friend.
Post by: clacktalk on Tue, 24 February 2015, 13:43:18
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 24 February 2015, 13:44:30
i love this thread. it combines myunhealthy obsession with keyboards and my otherunhealthy obsession with coffee.
here in nashville, my favorite spot is "8th and Roast." always solid taste profiles. i grind my beans every morning and use good ole mr coffee because i'm (1) too lazy to use my chemex and (2) too impatient to use the french press. at least i use a burr grinder. no sugar. no cream. no fancy additives. single origin only so i can "taste the region."
geez i sound like a snob.
Yup, that confirms it. I need to go to Nashville again. Every time I go, I eat delicious food and I really enjoy it.
Post by: Lanx on Tue, 24 February 2015, 18:42:17
My home coffee corner:Show Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7294/16571250016_7d8e38ed7a_z.jpg)
and... my morning latteShow Image(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7292/16596048641_01b679998f_b.jpg)
Been practicing my freepour out of boredom :))
I had the delonghi, did you try to depressure one of the baskets? they give you 2, 1 regular and 1 for pods, i did the one for pods, then you can play around with ground size more.
Post by: Larken on Tue, 24 February 2015, 23:17:50
Added a rancilio silvia steam wand too, which made frothing much easier to manage as well.
I get decent tasting espresso out of it, but mostly make lattes/cappuccinos or affogatos when the mood strikes me.
Overall not bad for a machine in its price range, but I imagine the temperature/boiler capacity doesn't allow for much consistency compared to proper espresso machines.
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 26 February 2015, 11:00:00
Post by: Lanx on Thu, 26 February 2015, 14:39:25
Post by: Larken on Thu, 26 February 2015, 22:59:00
@ Lanx: I have the skerton myself (and have retired it for spices coincidentally). Without the stabilization mod from orphanespresso, I hear that both the hario slim (less wobble, despite not having stabilization either) and porlex (has a plastic tab at the bottom that helps with stability, but will eventually wear out) performs better than the skerton in general. If you're going for the porlex, you might consider making that your primary coffee grinder instead.
Out of curiousity, what is the brewing method you usually go with?
Post by: noisyturtle on Sun, 01 March 2015, 16:58:34
(http://i.imgur.com/yqULqey.jpg)
first thought:
(http://i.imgur.com/6arEaCj.gif)
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 01 March 2015, 17:02:20
Picked this up during the Seattle meetup:Hahahahaha, what a great name! Once you have freshly roasted coffee, anything else just starts tasting mediocre.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yqULqey.jpg)
first thought:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/6arEaCj.gif)
Did they grind it for you, or do you have a grinder at home?
How do you brew your coffee?
Post by: noisyturtle on Sun, 01 March 2015, 17:08:49
Picked this up during the Seattle meetup:Hahahahaha, what a great name! Once you have freshly roasted coffee, anything else just starts tasting mediocre.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yqULqey.jpg)
first thought:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/6arEaCj.gif)
Did they grind it for you, or do you have a grinder at home?
How do you brew your coffee?
I have my own grinder. Have to grind it fresh right before brewing for maximum flavor. For brewing I just have a Capresso MG600 Plus, nothing too fancy.
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Sun, 01 March 2015, 17:12:48
Hey, Capresso makes good stuff, I'm sure you get good results. I've found that good flavor is achieved by paying close attention to detail in regards coffee/water ratio and brewing with proper water temperatures than equipment. It's a big reason why the Aeropress is such a nice device!Picked this up during the Seattle meetup:Hahahahaha, what a great name! Once you have freshly roasted coffee, anything else just starts tasting mediocre.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yqULqey.jpg)
first thought:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/6arEaCj.gif)
Did they grind it for you, or do you have a grinder at home?
How do you brew your coffee?
I have my own grinder. Have to grind it fresh right before brewing for maximum flavor. For brewing I just have a Capresso MG600 Plus, nothing too fancy.
Post by: noisyturtle on Sun, 01 March 2015, 17:17:28
Hey, Capresso makes good stuff, I'm sure you get good results. I've found that good flavor is achieved by paying close attention to detail in regards coffee/water ratio and brewing with proper water temperatures than equipment. It's a big reason why the Aeropress is such a nice device!Picked this up during the Seattle meetup:Hahahahaha, what a great name! Once you have freshly roasted coffee, anything else just starts tasting mediocre.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/yqULqey.jpg)
first thought:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/6arEaCj.gif)
Did they grind it for you, or do you have a grinder at home?
How do you brew your coffee?
I have my own grinder. Have to grind it fresh right before brewing for maximum flavor. For brewing I just have a Capresso MG600 Plus, nothing too fancy.
Yeah, those look nice for a relaxing weekend cup. I really need the auto-brew function though for early days you need your coffee hot and ready after rolling out of bed at 5am. All that manual labor in the morning, and before my coffee! Practically a death sentence :))
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 02 March 2015, 13:45:22
Post by: zombimuncha on Mon, 02 March 2015, 16:57:04
I have a Mahlkonig Vario grinder and Gaggia Classic espresso machine, which I use to make the most amazing espresso shots! Occasionally I might make a cappa too, if a friend or neighbour pops over for a coffee.
I'm gradually getting the hang of drinking some of the brighter more acidic coffees as espresso shots, but still like a good old fashioned dark roast from time to time.
In the grinder right now is AllPress' Gachenge Peaberry.
cheers!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 11 March 2015, 08:46:47
Post by: zombimuncha on Thu, 12 March 2015, 14:00:22
Who's in the UK on this list?
Have there been any transatlantic sendingses? Any problems with fees / delays?
(fresh coffee turns to stale coffee quickly)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 12 March 2015, 16:51:27
I've never sent coffee overseas but I've had issues with UK Mail losing or not delivering my packages.
Post by: zombimuncha on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:02:30
What list? There's never really been a solid list. The title is pretty misleading tbh. If you'd like to trade with someone in the UK, just ask in a post straight up.There's a link to a spreadsheet in the first post of this thread.
OK, does anyone in the UK want to trade coffee with me?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:04:00
Post by: Binge on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:12:07
You can tell by my previous post how popular that listing was lol. I honestly forgot about it and I've just conducted trades of coffee through PMs. Apologies for that.
Don't hate on my list :(
P.S. Chemex.....
Post by: foxer on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:24:42
Any help for this newbie? I'd really like to get into this. I'm always lingering this thread but daren't ask in case I'm just being ignorant and missed a post which explains or something.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:34:02
If I had to do it all over again, I'd do the same exact thing I did the first time but buy an aeropress a lot sooner. I have a cheapo blade grinder from Target, a Bodom French Press, and an Aeropress.
I *really* love french press coffee. If you're not sure, find a local coffee place that makes it and try it for yourself. Maybe they've got pourovers and other types of coffee preparations. Try all those. And try out different coffees. See what you do and don't like. When you kind of dial in what you do and don't like in terms of preparations and beans, then invest in some gear. You don't have to go all out. My budget was $30-40 for gear. The grinder I paid $10. My press was $20.
I also highly suggest reading some of the stuff on Serious Eats about coffee (http://drinks.seriouseats.com/coffee/). I read SeriousEats religiously and even though they're not specifically geared towards coffee, I think it's a good starting point. Especially the "Coffee Science" posts on the French Press (http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/07/how-to-make-better-french-press-coffee-tips-technique-grind-timing.html) and Pourover (http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/06/make-better-pourover-coffee-how-pourover-works-temperature-timing.html).
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 12 March 2015, 18:01:39
I wish I knew how to do all this. I bought some coffee for our cafetiere from work. It's nothing special. Was like £4 for the bag. It says on the back of the bag to put 2-3 teaspoons in per cup into the cafetiere. However, for it not to taste like coffee flavoured hot water, I have to put in like double that.
Any help for this newbie? I'd really like to get into this. I'm always lingering this thread but daren't ask in case I'm just being ignorant and missed a post which explains or something.
Well, for one thing use 2 tablespoons of coffee for every 6-8 fl. oz of water.
And what the Capt'n said.
Post by: zombimuncha on Fri, 13 March 2015, 08:44:20
Disclaimer - this might suck if you have an odd-shaped pot, as it depends on the ratio of height to diameter.
Post by: Axollott on Tue, 07 April 2015, 12:55:53
I kinda got into it when I noticed that certain coffees I'd bought in coffee shops would taste better than others. And in general, I've found that storebought prepackaged preground coffees sit around forever and taste funky since they haven't been fresh for ages. And they've got chemicals in them to help them last that long. So when I wanted to branch out, I found that the most important thing was finding a local roaster. Fresh beans or even fresh preground coffee tastes so much better to me.
If I had to do it all over again, I'd do the same exact thing I did the first time but buy an aeropress a lot sooner. I have a cheapo blade grinder from Target, a Bodom French Press, and an Aeropress.
I *really* love french press coffee. If you're not sure, find a local coffee place that makes it and try it for yourself. Maybe they've got pourovers and other types of coffee preparations. Try all those. And try out different coffees. See what you do and don't like. When you kind of dial in what you do and don't like in terms of preparations and beans, then invest in some gear. You don't have to go all out. My budget was $30-40 for gear. The grinder I paid $10. My press was $20.
I also highly suggest reading some of the stuff on Serious Eats about coffee (http://drinks.seriouseats.com/coffee/). I read SeriousEats religiously and even though they're not specifically geared towards coffee, I think it's a good starting point. Especially the "Coffee Science" posts on the French Press (http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/07/how-to-make-better-french-press-coffee-tips-technique-grind-timing.html) and Pourover (http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/06/make-better-pourover-coffee-how-pourover-works-temperature-timing.html).
This. This. This. Very similar to my experience. In simple terms:
-Find local roaster for maximum freshness (watch out for mediocre roasters that may burn the darker roasts)
-Grind your coffee as close to the brewing moment as you can.
-Don't use boiling temperature water. Experiment with anything below that depending on the roast type.
-Get an Aeropress, it's a nice way to experiment with single cups, it delivers good coffee if you follow this tips. You will get better French press coffee after knowing how to match water temp with brew.
-Enjoy
Post by: Binge on Wed, 15 April 2015, 11:22:54
Today is a good day. Love my waifu...
Post by: calavera on Thu, 16 April 2015, 00:29:12
Post by: strafe on Thu, 16 April 2015, 03:13:34
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 16 April 2015, 07:00:55
Do anyone reuse the same ground coffee for a second pot? Just did it for the first time and the taste is different. Not sure if that's a good thing or not lol
Oh god no. Please don't do that! Just drink hot water before you do that!
Post by: Binge on Fri, 17 April 2015, 11:38:50
Do anyone reuse the same ground coffee for a second pot? Just did it for the first time and the taste is different. Not sure if that's a good thing or not lol
I just cried a little...
Post by: calavera on Wed, 22 April 2015, 01:27:23
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 23 April 2015, 22:04:11
Who wants to
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 23 April 2015, 22:05:15
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 23 April 2015, 22:08:55
Hey all!! I will be roasting some coffee this summer (read in like a week) and am looking forguinea pigspeople to try it out with me
Who wants toput their life in my handstry some??
I'm *very* interested. Welcome to Geekhack as well :)
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Thu, 23 April 2015, 22:09:32
Hey all!! I will be roasting some coffee this summer (read in like a week) and am looking forSign me up! I would love to try some!!! ;D ;Dguinea pigspeople to try it out with me
Who wants toput their life in my handstry some??
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 23 April 2015, 22:15:50
All I would ask is you cover shipping and tell me what you think
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 23 April 2015, 23:10:15
I have some green beans in the basement, when I get back downstate I'll hit you all up with the options!
All I would ask is you cover shipping and tell me what you think
Count me in too!
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 24 April 2015, 10:06:49
Hey all!! I will be roasting some coffee this summer (read in like a week) and am looking forguinea pigspeople to try it out with me
Who wants toput their life in my handstry some??
I'd like to
Basement guinea pigs...Mmmmmmm :p
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 24 April 2015, 13:42:29
Do anyone reuse the same ground coffee for a second pot? Just did it for the first time and the taste is different. Not sure if that's a good thing or not lol
I just cried a little...
Recite 20 Hail Marys on your bean rosary :mad:
Post by: Binge on Fri, 24 April 2015, 14:17:57
Hey all!! I will be roasting some coffee this summer (read in like a week) and am looking forguinea pigspeople to try it out with me
Who wants toput their life in my handstry some??
I'd love to try some :3
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Fri, 24 April 2015, 19:31:21
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 24 April 2015, 19:39:09
Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I swing both ways. Though practically might take too long to get espresso dialed in with dose and grind, unless you're sending 2 pounds or more.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Fri, 24 April 2015, 19:58:29
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 24 April 2015, 19:59:50
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 28 April 2015, 10:38:55
Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I'm all about the espresso but will
Post by: Binge on Tue, 28 April 2015, 11:01:56
Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
Big fan of lighter roasts to taste more of the bean, but in all honesty do what's best for the bean you get. If it's too bitter and not dynamic enough as a light roast medium is just fine with me, but I abhor the vast majority of dark roasts.
Gotta rant a bit... Espresso roasting is an art, not a specific type of roast.
Quote
Espresso potential is maximized in roasting when you maximize the sweetness and aroma of the coffee while minimizing the bitterness and acidity. Most people focus on the latter and therefore roast extremely dark, yet without sweetness and aroma the espresso will never be palatable. This explains the unpopularity of straight espresso and the popularity of espresso based drinks where either milk or other flavors are used to replace the sweetness that was lost by roasting darkly.
source: http://www.coffeeresearch.org/espresso/roasting.htm
It's a signature roast meant to bring out the best in the bean you buy for use in espresso beverages. Personally I dislike the term being used for roasting. It's not a specific roast... espresso 'roast' is usually just burnt to **** because very few people have the equipment/knowhow to make a roast which works better than their normal roasts for use in espresso machines. Most coffee shops that make fantastic coffee don't coin any of their house roasts as espresso roast because they roast the bean to give it the best flavor. In effect as long as you're getting the best balance between sweetness/bitterness while retaining complexity/character and it has a good aroma then you've made espresso roast, but it'll could be classified as light, medium, or dark without making it sound pretentious :p
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Tue, 28 April 2015, 12:24:25
Post by: zombimuncha on Tue, 28 April 2015, 13:09:57
Post by: zombimuncha on Tue, 28 April 2015, 13:14:46
Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I swing both ways. Though practically might take too long to get espresso dialed in with dose and grind, unless you're sending 2 pounds or more.
It takes you 2 pounds of coffee to dial in for espresso?
Srsly?!?!?!
I'm usually sorted after 3 or 4 shots from a new bag, less than 1/5 of a standard 250g bag o beans.
what girder are you using? Maybe I lucked out!
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 28 April 2015, 20:42:35
Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I swing both ways. Though practically might take too long to get espresso dialed in with dose and grind, unless you're sending 2 pounds or more.
It takes you 2 pounds of coffee to dial in for espresso?
Srsly?!?!?!
I'm usually sorted after 3 or 4 shots from a new bag, less than 1/5 of a standard 250g bag o beans.
what girder are you using? Maybe I lucked out!
I use a Baratza Vario grinder and a Rancilio machine. I dose and grind by taste, shooting for a 30 sec double in a naked portafilter. Grind varies with humidity and age of beans...
Post by: R1N3 on Tue, 28 April 2015, 21:07:01
Ok cool, Java Kajuma, Brazilian Ipenima and I think one or two more I can't think of
Do me like, the HUGEST favor and cut it off at *six*
Verified paypal standing by.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Tue, 28 April 2015, 21:46:33
I wont be able to roast till sunday/monday so, no worries on the paypal
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 28 April 2015, 21:57:27
sure thing
I wont be able to roast till sunday/monday so, no worries on the paypal
You can do mine last, I'm out of the country for 2 weeks.
Post by: R1N3 on Tue, 28 April 2015, 21:59:19
sure thing<333
I wont be able to roast till sunday/monday so, no worries on the paypal
Post by: zombimuncha on Wed, 29 April 2015, 02:04:02
Thats VERY similar to my setup. Biggest difference is probably the naked portafilter and the variable humidity. The humidity works against you and the portafilter is you intentionally making things harder for yourself (with good reason, I'm sure).Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I swing both ways. Though practically might take too long to get espresso dialed in with dose and grind, unless you're sending 2 pounds or more.
It takes you 2 pounds of coffee to dial in for espresso?
Srsly?!?!?!
I'm usually sorted after 3 or 4 shots from a new bag, less than 1/5 of a standard 250g bag o beans.
what girder are you using? Maybe I lucked out!
I use a Baratza Vario grinder and a Rancilio machine. I dose and grind by taste, shooting for a 30 sec double in a naked portafilter. Grind varies with humidity and age of beans...
My Vario is branded Mahlkonig, not Baratza, because I got it here in the UK, but AFAIK it's identical to yours.
I went for the Gaggia Classic instead of the (I assume) Silvia for the faster startup time (at the cost of longer recovery time between shots)
And, I'm in London, so humidy doesn't really vary at all.
So I dial in then as the beans age I just modify my tamp pressure. I might occasionally adjust the grinder one click mid-batch if the tamp pressure is not enough to compensate.
How are you liking the bottomless portafilter? How long have you had it? How long did it take to get used to it? Would you consider going back to a standard PF after you've learned all that is learnable from the bottomless one?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 29 April 2015, 19:55:10
Thats VERY similar to my setup. Biggest difference is probably the naked portafilter and the variable humidity. The humidity works against you and the portafilter is you intentionally making things harder for yourself (with good reason, I'm sure).Cool, I think im gonna cut it off at you five, I gotta find my list of beans real quick but do you guys want espresso or normal? I have a couple options of each
I swing both ways. Though practically might take too long to get espresso dialed in with dose and grind, unless you're sending 2 pounds or more.
It takes you 2 pounds of coffee to dial in for espresso?
Srsly?!?!?!
I'm usually sorted after 3 or 4 shots from a new bag, less than 1/5 of a standard 250g bag o beans.
what girder are you using? Maybe I lucked out!
I use a Baratza Vario grinder and a Rancilio machine. I dose and grind by taste, shooting for a 30 sec double in a naked portafilter. Grind varies with humidity and age of beans...
My Vario is branded Mahlkonig, not Baratza, because I got it here in the UK, but AFAIK it's identical to yours.
I went for the Gaggia Classic instead of the (I assume) Silvia for the faster startup time (at the cost of longer recovery time between shots)
And, I'm in London, so humidy doesn't really vary at all.
So I dial in then as the beans age I just modify my tamp pressure. I might occasionally adjust the grinder one click mid-batch if the tamp pressure is not enough to compensate.
How are you liking the bottomless portafilter? How long have you had it? How long did it take to get used to it? Would you consider going back to a standard PF after you've learned all that is learnable from the bottomless one?
Yep Silvia. Love that girl. I prime her every night and then she awakes every morning on a timer. Ready to serve me.
I've always heard good things about Mahlkonig, but they don't have a huge following in the US afaik.
I like the bottomless. It does indeed make you hone your skills, especially dosing and tamping. Once I'm consistent to my liking, I have a nice heavy La Marzocco portafilter I modified for my machine that I'll move to.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 30 April 2015, 06:57:20
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Post by: R1N3 on Thu, 30 April 2015, 06:58:53
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 30 April 2015, 07:09:51
Find us the fountain of [youth]
I did! The fountain of youth is there in the picture.
Essssspppprrreeesssoooo!!
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 30 April 2015, 10:40:45
Find us the fountain of [youth]
Ain't that the truth!!
I did! The fountain of youth is there in the picture.
Essssspppprrreeesssoooo!!
Post by: The_Beast on Sun, 03 May 2015, 19:14:50
Also stopped putting milk and sugar into my coffee, it was hard to switch at first, but I vastly prefer it now. Adding that stuff is good once and a while, but for the most part, it's 2 brews of an aeropress in a 16oz mug for the day.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Sun, 03 May 2015, 20:55:17
So you 6 that I promised coffee, it has been roasted!
I chose 2 coffees to roast, a Brazilian and a Java. The Brazil ended up being a bit darker than I wanted, ending up with a full city + roast. The Java is between a city+ and a full city.
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn (http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn) http://imgur.com/Vui81TD (http://imgur.com/Vui81TD)
Each of you will receive 75g of either the Brazil or the Java (about 4 cups in an aeropress) and a hand drawn Jackalope. So inbox me a) Which coffee you want b) if you want to pay shipping, or if you want to send 75g of whatever coffee you have now as trade c) shipping address
The coffee choices are first come first serve
-Antlers
Post by: R1N3 on Sun, 03 May 2015, 20:59:21
So exciting!
Post by: PicklesKill on Sun, 03 May 2015, 21:05:41
I'm definitely investing in an arrow press and ceramic burr grinder soon (anyone have any experience with Hario?).
As for trading I have access to a myriad of local stuff, Blue Bottle, Ritual, Four Barrel and Sight Glass as well as Sweet Maria's for unroasted beans. I'm will to trade with anyone interested in trying any of these companies coffees.
ISO Stumptown FT various Bay Area coffees
Man I miss Stumptown so much... :(
We have rosepark roasters here in Long Beach and Stumptown on tap. I would be lost with out my tasty niche coffees. It is the only thing on par with my list for keyboards.
Post by: Binge on Mon, 04 May 2015, 15:50:45
OH SH!T GUYS I DID A THING
So you 6 that I promised coffee, it has been roasted!
I chose 2 coffees to roast, a Brazilian and a Java. The Brazil ended up being a bit darker than I wanted, ending up with a full city + roast. The Java is between a city+ and a full city.
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn (http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn) http://imgur.com/Vui81TD (http://imgur.com/Vui81TD)
Each of you will receive 75g of either the Brazil or the Java (about 4 cups in an aeropress) and a hand drawn Jackalope. So inbox me a) Which coffee you want b) if you want to pay shipping, or if you want to send 75g of whatever coffee you have now as trade c) shipping address
The coffee choices are first come first serve
-Antlers
This looks amazing A. I'd be honored to try the Brazilian :)
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Mon, 04 May 2015, 22:02:43
Post by: Evo_Spec on Tue, 05 May 2015, 06:02:53
So i just wanted to ask you guys, does grinding your coffee right before pouring it really make that big of a difference?
Also is this video an okay way of pouring coffee? My grounds don't bubble up nearly as much as this guys does and i usually slow pour the water slowly and let the level rise slowly to a point where i don't have to stop pouring and can just continue till i have the amount of coffee that i wanted, is this a bad idea? should be pouring only as high as the grounds originally are?
My current stuff is just pre-ground coffee from a local shop but i'm not sure if they're roasted at the shop or what but she seems to get new stock quite frequently.
I have a Kalita 500 and a Hario V60 dripper but i also have a Kalita 102-DL that i don't use simply because i like how the V60 looks lol
For a pot i have this guy that i bought solely because it was cheap and made in Japan. http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B001L4N5AG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01
For my water i have a Zojirushi CV-DM30 that i keep at 90C and preheat everything before hand by rinsing with the hot water.
Post by: zombimuncha on Tue, 05 May 2015, 07:53:10
How have i missed this thread for so long.
So i just wanted to ask you guys, does grinding your coffee right before pouring it really make that big of a difference?
Bigger.
Also is this video an okay way of pouring coffee?
Not my style but looks about right for pourover. I prefer espresso, plus pourover is kinda slow, messy and labour intensive. I guess you could get a similar tasting cup slightly easier from an aeropress.
My grounds don't bubble up nearly as much as this guys does and i usually slow pour the water slowly and let the level rise slowly to a point where i don't have to stop pouring and can just continue till i have the amount of coffee that i wanted, is this a bad idea? should be pouring only as high as the grounds originally are?
The amount of bubbles released by the coffee is directly related to the amount of gas trapped in the beans. After roasting, they immediately start outgassing slowly. As the gas escapes, it takes some of the flavour with it. This process is accelerated dramatically by grinding the beans due to the increased surface area. This is why, to get the best from your coffee beans, you need to use them between 1 and 3 weeks after roasting, and grind them within about 1 minute of brewing.
My current stuff is just pre-ground coffee from a local shop but i'm not sure if they're roasted at the shop or what but she seems to get new stock quite frequently.
I have a Kalita 500 and a Hario V60 dripper but i also have a Kalita 102-DL that i don't use simply because i like how the V60 looks lol
For a pot i have this guy that i bought solely because it was cheap and made in Japan. http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B001L4N5AG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01
For my water i have a Zojirushi CV-DM30 that i keep at 90C and preheat everything before hand by rinsing with the hot water.
Hario also do some nice and reasonably inexpensive hand grinders, if you can be bothered doing it by hand. If you want to get an electric grinder I'll let others advise because I'm more familiar with espresso grinders, which is almost an entirely different class of gadget than a grinder for pourover. But whatever you do, DON'T get a blade grinder. They give inconsistent particle size which gives unpredictable results in the cup, and they create a lot of friction which can scorch the beans before you even start brewing.
Post by: PicklesKill on Tue, 05 May 2015, 10:10:23
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Tue, 05 May 2015, 12:17:57
OH SH!T GUYS I DID A THING
So you 6 that I promised coffee, it has been roasted!
I chose 2 coffees to roast, a Brazilian and a Java. The Brazil ended up being a bit darker than I wanted, ending up with a full city + roast. The Java is between a city+ and a full city.
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn (http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn) http://imgur.com/Vui81TD (http://imgur.com/Vui81TD)
Each of you will receive 75g of either the Brazil or the Java (about 4 cups in an aeropress) and a hand drawn Jackalope. So inbox me a) Which coffee you want b) if you want to pay shipping, or if you want to send 75g of whatever coffee you have now as trade c) shipping address
The coffee choices are first come first serve
-Antlers
Ok, so apparently I cant read, wherever I say "Brazil" I really mean Burundi :P Probably not a huge deal to anyone, but just in case
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 05 May 2015, 12:25:31
OH SH!T GUYS I DID A THING
So you 6 that I promised coffee, it has been roasted!
I chose 2 coffees to roast, a Brazilian and a Java. The Brazil ended up being a bit darker than I wanted, ending up with a full city + roast. The Java is between a city+ and a full city.
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn (http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn) http://imgur.com/Vui81TD (http://imgur.com/Vui81TD)
Each of you will receive 75g of either the Brazil or the Java (about 4 cups in an aeropress) and a hand drawn Jackalope. So inbox me a) Which coffee you want b) if you want to pay shipping, or if you want to send 75g of whatever coffee you have now as trade c) shipping address
The coffee choices are first come first serve
-Antlers
Oooo. I'm going to assume it won't stay fresh until the 15th? I was going to see if I could do local pickup.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Tue, 05 May 2015, 12:36:03
OH SH!T GUYS I DID A THING
So you 6 that I promised coffee, it has been roasted!
I chose 2 coffees to roast, a Brazilian and a Java. The Brazil ended up being a bit darker than I wanted, ending up with a full city + roast. The Java is between a city+ and a full city.
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn (http://imgur.com/a/5aBbn) http://imgur.com/Vui81TD (http://imgur.com/Vui81TD)
Each of you will receive 75g of either the Brazil or the Java (about 4 cups in an aeropress) and a hand drawn Jackalope. So inbox me a) Which coffee you want b) if you want to pay shipping, or if you want to send 75g of whatever coffee you have now as trade c) shipping address
The coffee choices are first come first serve
-Antlers
Oooo. I'm going to assume it won't stay fresh until the 15th? I was going to see if I could do local pickup.
It probably would probably only have a couple days left of its optimal brew time, but I cant imagine it would be bad. I have the beans stored in 75g bags individually.
Or if you want to do a local pickup, I have some more green coffee left if you want it fresh out of the roaster :D
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Tue, 05 May 2015, 12:37:31
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 06 May 2015, 11:57:42
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 06 May 2015, 12:41:37
Just made the java, very dark but not muddled, chocolatey sweetness earthy finish, good body
Oh man! You have me jonezin' for some good, hardy brew! All I have right now is this 3 hour-old flat white from Starbucks. :(
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 06 May 2015, 14:30:57
Just made the java, very dark but not muddled, chocolatey sweetness earthy finish, good body
Oh man! You have me jonezin' for some good, hardy brew! All I have right now is this 3 hour-old flat white from Starbucks. :(
I have yet to try their flat white! And I'm pretty sure you got the Burundi
Post by: Larken on Thu, 07 May 2015, 00:00:13
So i just wanted to ask you guys, does grinding your coffee right before pouring it really make that big of a difference?
very good advice from zombimuncha. Fresh beans ground just before drinking does make a huge difference, and whole beans tend to keep longer than preground(I usually buy in batches of 600g whole beans, double-bag half of it and put it in the freezer until I finish the first half).
I have a Kalita 500 and a Hario V60 dripper but i also have a Kalita 102-DL that i don't use simply because i like how the V60 looks lol
For a pot i have this guy that i bought solely because it was cheap and made in Japan. http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B001L4N5AG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01
You already have great gear for doing pourover from what you linked. Fresh beans and a decent grinder would be a good way to go.
Also is this video an okay way of pouring coffee? My grounds don't bubble up nearly as much as this guys does and i usually slow pour the water slowly and let the level rise slowly to a point where i don't have to stop pouring and can just continue till i have the amount of coffee that i wanted, is this a bad idea? should be pouring only as high as the grounds originally are?
like zombimuncha said, the amount of bubbles is usually relative to the freshness of the beans' outgassing process. fresh beans tend to bubble alot.
for the pouring, it is better to judge based on the target final volume in the cup rather than how high the water is relative to the grounds' height (which is highly dependent on how fine your grounds are; which is one additional variable you can adjust when grinding your own), so what you're doing is right. One way I've seen people do pourover is going by output weight, measured by pouring with the cup placed on a scale.
Post by: Evo_Spec on Thu, 07 May 2015, 02:07:51
Post by: zombimuncha on Thu, 07 May 2015, 02:48:53
Thanks for the info guys, looks like I'll be picking up a ceramic grinder or something soon.
I know I said I wouldn't advise about grinders, but buying a coffee grinder is a bit like buying a keyboard - a bottomless pit of choices, potential endgame options, and disappointments. So I'll suggest that the Baratza range is a good place to start looking. If you know you're not ever getting an espresso machine then you dont need the vario, or even the next one down, I forget the model name. The one up from their bottom of range is probably all you'll ever need for pourover / aeropress / press pot.
Post by: Larken on Thu, 07 May 2015, 05:11:48
Given you're in Japan, a budget choice would be the Porlex Jp-30. I'd avoid the Hario Skerton/Kyocera Ceramic (unless you plan to get a mod-kit from Orphan espresso).
I believe all three of them uses the same burrs, but the Porlex has better stabilization on the lower burrs from the factory; which translates into a slightly more even grind (though, on a longevity aspect, I don't expect either of these three grinders to last more than a year or two if you're a heavy user).
I know I said I wouldn't advise about grinders, but buying a coffee grinder is a bit like buying a keyboard - a bottomless pit of choices, potential endgame options, and disappointments.
Very well said. There are higher end handmills available (some are ostensibly built to last a lifetime or longer), but at that point, they'd probably be costlier than the lower end Baratzas electric grinders that zombimuncha recommended, which would do a great job for pourovers. However, I'd be happy to provide more information if you're so inclined.
Post by: Evo_Spec on Thu, 07 May 2015, 08:58:02
Given you're in Japan, a budget choice would be the Porlex Jp-30. I'd avoid the Hario Skerton/Kyocera Ceramic (unless you plan to get a mod-kit from Orphan espresso).
Is the porlex really worth almost double the price of the hario?
I'm not currently looking to get an electric grinder so I won't need any information but thanks for the offer.
Thanks everyone for all the information so far.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 07 May 2015, 09:00:43
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Thu, 07 May 2015, 09:02:29
Post by: zombimuncha on Thu, 07 May 2015, 09:27:54
Given you're in Japan, a budget choice would be the Porlex Jp-30. I'd avoid the Hario Skerton/Kyocera Ceramic (unless you plan to get a mod-kit from Orphan espresso).
Is the porlex really worth almost double the price of the hario?
I'm not currently looking to get an electric grinder so I won't need any information but thanks for the offer.
Thanks everyone for all the information so far.
Orphan Espresso are very smart people -> do what they say -> profit!
Post by: vivalarevolución on Thu, 07 May 2015, 09:42:55
Post by: Larken on Thu, 07 May 2015, 10:33:21
Is the porlex really worth almost double the price of the hario?
I'm not currently looking to get an electric grinder so I won't need any information but thanks for the offer.
Thanks everyone for all the information so far.
I used the Skerton for months before retiring it to spice duty. To be fair it makes good coffee, but I found it wanting after a while and wished I went for the porlex instead.
The porlex is an outright better grinder than the Hario Skerton, but I wouldn't say its 2 times better.
The difference between the two is how the lower burrs are stabilised in each grinder; the Hario has a wobbly, floating burr that is centered during grinding by burrs pressing against the beans on all sides, which is okay when grinding on a finer setting, but starts to get fairly inconsistent once you get towards the coarser settings (which incidentally is what the mod kit from orphan addresses by adding a stabilizing ring at the bottom, but this is done at the expense of fine grinding, and costs about 15 bucks shipping excluded).
The porlex has a stabilized burr out of the factory, and will provide more consistency in the grind quality. Unless you luck out on a nice vintage coffee mill (that still works), the porlex is likely the last step up before the mid-range handgrinders like a Zassenhaus (over 100 usd), a Hausgrind (over 100 british pounds), or a Lido 2/3 (175/195 usd).
However, keep in mind that the Porlex is not built to last either. You'd like need to replace it after a few years of heavy use.
If you have to go for a Hario, go for a Hario Slim Mini Mill. Cons: Very small capacity. If you grind for more than one person, it can get annoying. Pros: Stabilized burrs.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 07 May 2015, 12:37:00
oh, also, just made a cup of the Burundi, and its really really good. Mildly sweet, fruity and just a bit of acidity. I will try the Java in like 30 minutes
Made a drip brew of this bean (Thank you in advance TGA). This is a good roast. Very pleasant to taste. I can confirm it tastes as described above. The sweet/fruity finishes with a toasted caramel flavor. Masks any acidity of the brew.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 03 June 2015, 10:54:50
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/03/bb6270804cb86ce3e65e11625afde812.jpg)
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 June 2015, 10:57:13
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 03 June 2015, 18:02:44
Yup I'm late to posting too but I really enjoyed how balanced the roast was from TheGreatAntlers. I got the Burundi beans :).
Yay! Glad you liked it! I have like 10lbs of a different Burundi in the mail
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 03 June 2015, 18:03:51
Sorry I'm just now posting this, but I thoroughly enjoyed a few cups from TheGreatAntlers last week. Seemed to be a good quality bean and a balanced roast. Thanks bro!Show Image(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/03/bb6270804cb86ce3e65e11625afde812.jpg)
Thanks! I'm glad everyone enjoyed their coffee!
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 03 June 2015, 18:09:22
http://imgur.com/XGLnr0z
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Wed, 03 June 2015, 22:06:51
Also, my latest experiment, cold brew yirgacheffe
http://imgur.com/XGLnr0z
I need to make myself some cold brew.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 04 June 2015, 14:50:41
Sorry I'm just now posting this, but I thoroughly enjoyed a few cups from TheGreatAntlers last week. Seemed to be a good quality bean and a balanced roast. Thanks bro!Show Image(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/03/bb6270804cb86ce3e65e11625afde812.jpg)
Thanks! I'm glad everyone enjoyed their coffee!
Much to the heartbreak of my wife we ran out quickly T-T
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 04 June 2015, 19:26:53
Sorry I'm just now posting this, but I thoroughly enjoyed a few cups from TheGreatAntlers last week. Seemed to be a good quality bean and a balanced roast. Thanks bro!Show Image(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/03/bb6270804cb86ce3e65e11625afde812.jpg)
Thanks! I'm glad everyone enjoyed their coffee!
Much to the heartbreak of my wife we ran out quickly T-T
Have no fear! A sale draws near!
Pretty much as my next Burundi gets here
Post by: moemoe666 on Fri, 12 June 2015, 00:41:18
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Fri, 12 June 2015, 03:59:44
Hi :D
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
I would!
Post by: moemoe666 on Fri, 12 June 2015, 12:07:59
Hi :D
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
I would!
Please sent me a PM with your address sir,
I have about 2-4 kg so anyone ( CONUS ) want to try, sent me a PM, we can share :D
Post by: Binge on Mon, 15 June 2015, 18:36:06
Hi :D
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
I would!
Please sent me a PM with your address sir,
I have about 2-4 kg so anyone ( CONUS ) want to try, sent me a PM, we can share :D
BUMP this, vietnamese coffee is baaaalller
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 15 June 2015, 18:52:26
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Mon, 15 June 2015, 19:30:36
Also, shipping mybend of the deal tomorrow, it was a busy weekend
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 15 June 2015, 21:09:37
http://www.orphanespresso.com/OE-Lower-Bearing-UPGRADE-KIT-for-Hario-Skerton-Kyocera-CM50-Hand-Grinders_p_4066.html
Post by: Signature on Tue, 16 June 2015, 16:21:59
Ofc it's "Signature origin" ;)
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Tue, 16 June 2015, 16:36:44
Can proxy some Swedish coffee if anyone want to taste! Drinking this atm: http://johanochnystrom.se/en/products/brazil-fortaleza-en/ (http://johanochnystrom.se/en/products/brazil-fortaleza-en/)
Ofc it's "Signature origin" ;)
I'd like to try!
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 17 June 2015, 10:46:28
No rat poop for me
Dude, kopi luwak is a delicacy. I'd try that in a heartbeat!...a tiny coffee-munching weasel's heartbeat. :p
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 17 June 2015, 10:49:20
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 17 June 2015, 11:41:24
I have no coffee to trade but I'd be happy to pay shipping on any exotic (non-grocery store, not normally accessible in the US) brew that anyone has to offer. :)
OMG you're in Winter Park? Didn't know there were any other active GH'ers so close.
Come down to E. Orlando and I'll buy you a cup of the most amazing espresso around at Vespr.
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 17 June 2015, 11:59:44
I have no coffee to trade but I'd be happy to pay shipping on any exotic (non-grocery store, not normally accessible in the US) brew that anyone has to offer. :)
OMG you're in Winter Park? Didn't know there were any other active GH'ers so close.
Come down to E. Orlando and I'll buy you a cup of the most amazing espresso around at Vespr.
Hey, we were supposed to hook up at Vespr's in Jan but you didn't PM me and then I kinda forgot about it. No worries. ^-^ Let's do it soon. Maybe we can find other GH-ers in the area to form a java gang!
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Wed, 17 June 2015, 17:56:04
I have no coffee to trade but I'd be happy to pay shipping on any exotic (non-grocery store, not normally accessible in the US) brew that anyone has to offer. :)
OMG you're in Winter Park? Didn't know there were any other active GH'ers so close.
Come down to E. Orlando and I'll buy you a cup of the most amazing espresso around at Vespr.
Hey, we were supposed to hook up at Vespr's in Jan but you didn't PM me and then I kinda forgot about it. No worries. ^-^ Let's do it soon. Maybe we can find other GH-ers in the area to form a java gang!
Same thing, except in Michigan! That would be neat.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 18 June 2015, 06:40:08
I have no coffee to trade but I'd be happy to pay shipping on any exotic (non-grocery store, not normally accessible in the US) brew that anyone has to offer. :)
OMG you're in Winter Park? Didn't know there were any other active GH'ers so close.
Come down to E. Orlando and I'll buy you a cup of the most amazing espresso around at Vespr.
Hey, we were supposed to hook up at Vespr's in Jan but you didn't PM me and then I kinda forgot about it. No worries. ^-^ Let's do it soon. Maybe we can find other GH-ers in the area to form a java gang!
Dang. Deja vu. Okay. You got any time next week? Drop me a PM.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Thu, 18 June 2015, 16:09:07
Hi :D
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
I would!
Please sent me a PM with your address sir,
I have about 2-4 kg so anyone ( CONUS ) want to try, sent me a PM, we can share :D
BUMP this, vietnamese coffee is baaaalller
Yup, baller status confirmed.
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 19 June 2015, 09:37:02
Hi :D
i've back from a trip with some coffee from Vietnam, anyone want to exchange some special kind of coffee ? :D
I would!
Please sent me a PM with your address sir,
I have about 2-4 kg so anyone ( CONUS ) want to try, sent me a PM, we can share :D
BUMP this, vietnamese coffee is baaaalller
Yup, baller status confirmed.
I don't drink nearly enough Vietnam Baller as I'd like. It seems to have a negative effect on my wallet.
Heedpantsnow, if you want the best cà phê sữa đá in town go to http://saigonnoodleandgrill.com/ (http://saigonnoodleandgrill.com/) on Goldenrod, near Lake Underhill. They import their beans from their own private crop in Vietnam. :thumb:
Post by: strafe on Sat, 20 June 2015, 00:26:07
(http://i.imgur.com/5woiTagh.jpg)
Post by: Binge on Mon, 22 June 2015, 12:41:48
Slick rick sent these to me media rate xD
Post by: moemoe666 on Mon, 22 June 2015, 13:12:40
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/MSzs5ZN.jpg)
Slick rick sent these to me media rate xD
lol what is that +))))))))))))
anw, enjoy it :))
The cake is made from greanbean and suger, great with tea :D
@samyer: Thanks, I got the pakage, the smell is addicted <3
Post by: Binge on Mon, 22 June 2015, 13:15:30
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/MSzs5ZN.jpg)
Slick rick sent these to me media rate xD
lol what is that +))))))))))))
anw, enjoy it :))
The cake is made from greanbean and suger, great with tea :D
@samyer: Thanks, I got the pakage, the smell is addicted <3
The sugar/bean also goes well lightly into coffee. Makes it taste like a sugar-biscuit (wafer)
Post by: moemoe666 on Mon, 22 June 2015, 17:53:11
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/MSzs5ZN.jpg)
Slick rick sent these to me media rate xD
lol what is that +))))))))))))
anw, enjoy it :))
The cake is made from greanbean and suger, great with tea :D
@samyer: Thanks, I got the pakage, the smell is addicted <3
The sugar/bean also goes well lightly into coffee. Makes it taste like a sugar-biscuit (wafer)
That's the cake we often serve with hot green tea in my country.
Ya, enjoy.
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 22 June 2015, 22:08:46
Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/MSzs5ZN.jpg)
Slick rick sent these to me media rate xD
lol what is that +))))))))))))
anw, enjoy it :))
The cake is made from greanbean and suger, great with tea :D
@samyer: Thanks, I got the pakage, the smell is addicted <3
The sugar/bean also goes well lightly into coffee. Makes it taste like a sugar-biscuit (wafer)
That's the cake we often serve with hot green tea in my country.
Ya, enjoy.
Are those mung bean cakes? I can only eat those with hot tea, otherwise I don't like the taste. Red bean mochi pairs well with hot green tea. :thumb:
moemoe666, are you Vietnamese?
Post by: moemoe666 on Wed, 24 June 2015, 09:21:01
Are those mung bean cakes? I can only eat those with hot tea, otherwise I don't like the taste. Red bean mochi pairs well with hot green tea. :thumb:
moemoe666, are you Vietnamese?
Yes I am Vietnamese, still living in the US for my study :-ss
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 24 June 2015, 09:25:30
Post by: moemoe666 on Wed, 24 June 2015, 10:58:02
I love that green bean cake so much...and the coffee. Tastes like my childhood! And delicious coffee. Moemoe666 with that good bean hookup :DShould I sell those bean cake for some keycaps lol
still have alot in here but I cant eat them all
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 24 June 2015, 11:51:26
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 24 June 2015, 11:52:40
I love that green bean cake so much...and the coffee. Tastes like my childhood! And delicious coffee. Moemoe666 with that good bean hookup :DShould I sell those bean cake for some keycaps lol
still have alot in here but I cant eat them all
LOL that's one idea.
Post by: moemoe666 on Wed, 24 June 2015, 13:41:33
I love that green bean cake so much...and the coffee. Tastes like my childhood! And delicious coffee. Moemoe666 with that good bean hookup :DShould I sell those bean cake for some keycaps lol
still have alot in here but I cant eat them all
LOL that's one idea.
1 pack for a CC or brobot could be great :))))))))))))))))))))
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 25 June 2015, 23:02:05
Had a great time with Smarmar this morning at Vespr. He's a cool dude. You guys should hang with him if you get the chance!
It was really cool to meet the one known as Heedpantsnow and finally put a face to the thumbnail photo. I got a sneak peak at his board he's making. I can't wait to beta test that sweet-lookin' rig! ;)
If any of you others happen to be in Florida, hit us up :cool:
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 19 August 2015, 00:13:11
Got a Brazen Plus today. I know what you're going to say "it's just an auto drip". Yes and no, you can set the temp of the water hitting the grounds, something only this coffee maker does. Also adjusts for altitude, has a pre-infuse setting, wake and brew and a manual release if you want to do V60/french press/chemex/need hot water. And the shower head is HUGE, so it should saturate the grounds evenly.
So far, I'm pretty impressed, and that's with only one pot made so far. Also got the 20oz Zojirushi, which I like more than the 16oz due to the smaller and I think improved top cap.
Post by: Halverson on Wed, 19 August 2015, 00:56:39
Show Image(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5639/20660675216_84e07872b1_k.jpg)
Got a Brazen Plus today. I know what you're going to say "it's just an auto drip". Yes and no, you can set the temp of the water hitting the grounds, something only this coffee maker does. Also adjusts for altitude, has a pre-infuse setting, wake and brew and a manual release if you want to do V60/french press/chemex/need hot water. And the shower head is HUGE, so it should saturate the grounds evenly.
So far, I'm pretty impressed, and that's with only one pot made so far. Also got the 20oz Zojirushi, which I like more than the 16oz due to the smaller and I think improved top cap.
Can I come over for a cuppa?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 19 August 2015, 10:00:50
Show Image(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5639/20660675216_84e07872b1_k.jpg)
Got a Brazen Plus today. I know what you're going to say "it's just an auto drip". Yes and no, you can set the temp of the water hitting the grounds, something only this coffee maker does. Also adjusts for altitude, has a pre-infuse setting, wake and brew and a manual release if you want to do V60/french press/chemex/need hot water. And the shower head is HUGE, so it should saturate the grounds evenly.
So far, I'm pretty impressed, and that's with only one pot made so far. Also got the 20oz Zojirushi, which I like more than the 16oz due to the smaller and I think improved top cap.
Niiice dude. I wish I had gotten that but I got the Bodum auto pour over at a steal that I couldn't pass up. How tall is the Brazen? Might not fit under my counter if I ever did get one ???
Also, good to see you around here.
Post by: The_Beast on Wed, 19 August 2015, 19:30:07
Show Image(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5639/20660675216_84e07872b1_k.jpg)
Got a Brazen Plus today. I know what you're going to say "it's just an auto drip". Yes and no, you can set the temp of the water hitting the grounds, something only this coffee maker does. Also adjusts for altitude, has a pre-infuse setting, wake and brew and a manual release if you want to do V60/french press/chemex/need hot water. And the shower head is HUGE, so it should saturate the grounds evenly.
So far, I'm pretty impressed, and that's with only one pot made so far. Also got the 20oz Zojirushi, which I like more than the 16oz due to the smaller and I think improved top cap.
Niiice dude. I wish I had gotten that but I got the Bodum auto pour over at a steal that I couldn't pass up. How tall is the Brazen? Might not fit under my counter if I ever did get one ???
Also, good to see you around here.
It's 16" tall. Counter top to cabinet bottom is 19.5" so it isn't much room for filling the top reservoir. So I put it next the the sink where there is just a smaller top cabinet allowing filling via the pot, but it's a little bit slow. Otherwise I'll more than likely use the spray thingy that most sinks have to fill this.
Thanks. Just started a new job, so I've been busy writing classroom curriculum. Plus the side job doing 3d drafting has left very little time for keyboards (plus, I've been losing interest anyways)
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 14 September 2015, 17:49:44
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:35:09
Old on right, new on left:
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/09/ee3ac85df0b130ac200c1d94b10af761.jpg)
It has a nice angled handle too:
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/09/0cb006620fb2d53a8a7c0e9788e1adb9.jpg)
All I had to do was grind down the "ears" and the lip a bit...it's tough keeping it all consistent so it seals properly though:
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/09/0c7d25ec5f965c9bcfc765bb6397cc6e.jpg)
Now I need new cups, as my old ones won't fit under the new portafilter haha.
Edit: don't mind the Keurig, it's for the wife
Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:37:06
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:38:09
Anyone got a good recommendation for a pour over? Or should I go for a French press?
Hario V60 is the go-to for pour overs.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:38:55
Anyone got a good recommendation for a pour over? Or should I go for a French press?
Hario V60 is the go-to for pour overs.
Have you tasted both methods? FP keeps more oils and sediment than a paper filter in pour over would.
Post by: nubbinator on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:41:33
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:46:01
I'm fine with sediment, but never had a side by side of the two.
You can get a cheap plastic pour over and a cheap FP and compare them. More expensive (ceramic) pour overs just keep the heat better than plastic ones and it's a bit better brewing experience. A cheap FP might not be as smooth or pretty as a Bodum but again the quality of the coffee doesn't change that much.
With both of these methods though your own process in heating water and timing extraction greatly affects the quality so make sure you follow one of the online guides.
Post by: Binge on Fri, 09 October 2015, 13:52:03
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 09 October 2015, 14:00:17
Teach me your ways, oh great coffee drinkers.
^-^
Post by: Lanx on Fri, 09 October 2015, 15:57:57
I've been drinking coffee on and off for a few years now, and actually ditched my coffee maker because I was just drinking the free crap at work. Decided to change that this week. I ordered an AeroPress and grinder, and bought some quality beans from a local roaster/shop.
Teach me your ways, oh great coffee drinkers.
^-^
i'm only going to work w/ what you got, which is an aeropress.
beginner level:
1.always use filtered/bottled water, NEVER use distilled water. 99% of coffee is water so you want your water tasting good. you don't use distilled water b/c there are no minerals in it (it's pure h20) and minerals help w/ like flavor and stuff, just don't use distilled.
2.boil water - BUT wait 10 to 20s before you pour it into the aeropress, you DO NOT want to use boiling water on coffee grounds, the accepted good temp is 195 to 205f.
advanced:
use a thermal gun
thermal gun (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00837ZGRY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00837ZGRY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=IUT2GXFCRHI54JRD)
3.grind up the beans in a cheap blade grinder, 30s RIGHT BEFORE you brew
advanced:
get an adjustable burr grinder, it DOESN'T have to be espresso good, but it should have more settings than just on/off, this way you can adjust how much flavor profile you're extracting from the beans, as the smaller the grind the more surface area you'll have.
4. pour the coffee grounds in the aero press, and press.
advanced:
use the inverted method to "seep" the coffee a bit more and bring out more "stuff"
(http://malalacoffee.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/aeropress_06.jpg)
5. store your beans in a mason jar, away from sunlight, preferably in a cabinet sunlight/uv destroys beans
advanced:
use this better coffee container (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JB136/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JB136&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=LADELUDWY2BIC5W3)
it is a 1 way container built for coffee, coffee always "breathes" out co2, co2 can mess up beans. this container lets co2 get out but does not let o2 (oxygen) get in
beans last fresher, longer
OPTIONAL/PREF
if you would like more "solids"/"oils" and stuff that the paper filter, filters out, use a metal filter
metal filter (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A1GVVMY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00A1GVVMY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=KY47MTKEKBYLQWCW)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 09 October 2015, 20:16:26
I've been drinking coffee on and off for a few years now, and actually ditched my coffee maker because I was just drinking the free crap at work. Decided to change that this week. I ordered an AeroPress and grinder, and bought some quality beans from a local roaster/shop.
Teach me your ways, oh great coffee drinkers.
^-^
Youtube Aeropress championship and you'll find several different FTW (literally) methods to use the Aeropress
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 23 October 2015, 11:00:08
I need to start upping my game a bit in the coffee-prep dept. I absolutely love my moka pot and Vietnamese coffee filter but my methods lack in freshness. I lightly researched the Tightvac and one reviewer suggested the BeanSafe (which looks a bit better imo) for bean storage. I normally use the cheap Latin pre-ground espresso-in-a-vacuum-bag or pre-ground French coffee-in-a-tin but I'd like to start using whole beans with fresh storage to taste the difference!
I'm glad that I stumbled upon this geekhack thing :cool:
Post by: Lanx on Sun, 25 October 2015, 06:38:12
air
moisture
heat
light
and i mean beans, preground... bleh!, you'll taste the difference immediately.
Post by: TheGreatAntlers on Sun, 25 October 2015, 15:32:59
I've been drinking coffee on and off for a few years now, and actually ditched my coffee maker because I was just drinking the free crap at work. Decided to change that this week. I ordered an AeroPress and grinder, and bought some quality beans from a local roaster/shop.
Teach me your ways, oh great coffee drinkers.
^-^
What grinder?
Post by: Kerpadge on Sun, 25 October 2015, 15:42:56
I've been drinking coffee on and off for a few years now, and actually ditched my coffee maker because I was just drinking the free crap at work. Decided to change that this week. I ordered an AeroPress and grinder, and bought some quality beans from a local roaster/shop.
Teach me your ways, oh great coffee drinkers.
^-^
i'm only going to work w/ what you got, which is an aeropress.
beginner level:
1.always use filtered/bottled water, NEVER use distilled water. 99% of coffee is water so you want your water tasting good. you don't use distilled water b/c there are no minerals in it (it's pure h20) and minerals help w/ like flavor and stuff, just don't use distilled.
2.boil water - BUT wait 10 to 20s before you pour it into the aeropress, you DO NOT want to use boiling water on coffee grounds, the accepted good temp is 195 to 205f.
advanced:
use a thermal gun
thermal gun (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00837ZGRY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00837ZGRY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=IUT2GXFCRHI54JRD)
3.grind up the beans in a cheap blade grinder, 30s RIGHT BEFORE you brew
advanced:
get an adjustable burr grinder, it DOESN'T have to be espresso good, but it should have more settings than just on/off, this way you can adjust how much flavor profile you're extracting from the beans, as the smaller the grind the more surface area you'll have.
4. pour the coffee grounds in the aero press, and press.
advanced:
use the inverted method to "seep" the coffee a bit more and bring out more "stuff"Show Image(http://malalacoffee.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/aeropress_06.jpg)
5. store your beans in a mason jar, away from sunlight, preferably in a cabinet sunlight/uv destroys beans
advanced:
use this better coffee container (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046JB136/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0046JB136&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=LADELUDWY2BIC5W3)
it is a 1 way container built for coffee, coffee always "breathes" out co2, co2 can mess up beans. this container lets co2 get out but does not let o2 (oxygen) get in
beans last fresher, longer
OPTIONAL/PREF
if you would like more "solids"/"oils" and stuff that the paper filter, filters out, use a metal filter
metal filter (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A1GVVMY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00A1GVVMY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=KY47MTKEKBYLQWCW)
This method with the Aeropress really does make some amazing coffee. I use an electric kettle with different temp settings to keep the water from getting too hot. I also like to add some steamed milk, but the coffee you get from the Aeropress doesn't need anything if you're not into cream and sugar.
Post by: Jema on Thu, 29 October 2015, 17:46:45
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
Post by: THSdrummer on Fri, 30 October 2015, 08:19:27
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I'm interested. I'm running low on my current bag. What's the deal with this then? Pay shipping? Pay shipping + bag?
EDIT: Just joined the ledger. While my college town offers plenty of options for coffee, none of it is specialty or roasted around here. I could exchange with someone after Thanksgiving or Winter break when I'm home and can visit the local roasters. Admittingly, I haven't picked up too many bags of local small-batch stuff. I'd be happy to pick something up and exchange it with someone else! I enjoy new brews.
Post by: Jema on Fri, 30 October 2015, 10:59:21
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I'm interested. I'm running low on my current bag. What's the deal with this then? Pay shipping? Pay shipping + bag?
EDIT: Just joined the ledger. While my college town offers plenty of options for coffee, none of it is specialty or roasted around here. I could exchange with someone after Thanksgiving or Winter break when I'm home and can visit the local roasters. Admittingly, I haven't picked up too many bags of local small-batch stuff. I'd be happy to pick something up and exchange it with someone else! I enjoy new brews.
Nah you're good, think of it as an early xmas pres. PM me infoz and what kind of bag you like. Just uh, let me know what you thought of it when it arrives! :thumb:
Post by: THSdrummer on Fri, 30 October 2015, 11:12:24
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I'm interested. I'm running low on my current bag. What's the deal with this then? Pay shipping? Pay shipping + bag?
EDIT: Just joined the ledger. While my college town offers plenty of options for coffee, none of it is specialty or roasted around here. I could exchange with someone after Thanksgiving or Winter break when I'm home and can visit the local roasters. Admittingly, I haven't picked up too many bags of local small-batch stuff. I'd be happy to pick something up and exchange it with someone else! I enjoy new brews.
Nah you're good, think of it as an early xmas pres. PM me infoz and what kind of bag you like. Just uh, let me know what you thought of it when it arrives! :thumb:
YAY. I'll be out of coffee in my college town in about 6 days. Hopefully it arrives before then! Haha, but no rush either way. I appreciate it. I'll send you a PM. :thumb: :p
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 30 October 2015, 14:47:52
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I've heard amazing things about their espresso. Have you tried it?
Post by: Jema on Fri, 30 October 2015, 16:00:24
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I've heard amazing things about their espresso. Have you tried it?
I haven't, but I know someone who's worked there that's really into the coffee scene who would strongly recommend. Do you have an espresso machine at home?
I'm more into tea myself, specifically white tea since it has the least amount of caffeine in it. Hoping to get a fancy schmancy kettle for Christmas
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 30 October 2015, 16:03:40
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I've heard amazing things about their espresso. Have you tried it?
I haven't, but I know someone who's worked there that's really into the coffee scene who would strongly recommend. Do you have an espresso machine at home?
I'm more into tea myself, specifically white tea since it has the least amount of caffeine in it. Hoping to get a fancy schmancy kettle for Christmas
I am fortunate to have a decent espresso machine, a Rancilio Silvia. I'm about to upgrade the internals to a PID from mecoffee.nl ; I'm so excited!
Post by: Jema on Fri, 30 October 2015, 19:29:29
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I've heard amazing things about their espresso. Have you tried it?
I haven't, but I know someone who's worked there that's really into the coffee scene who would strongly recommend. Do you have an espresso machine at home?
I'm more into tea myself, specifically white tea since it has the least amount of caffeine in it. Hoping to get a fancy schmancy kettle for Christmas
I am fortunate to have a decent espresso machine, a Rancilio Silvia. I'm about to upgrade the internals to a PID from mecoffee.nl ; I'm so excited!
Nice! A friend of mine has a La Marzocco GS3 it's pretty insane looking. Fun to watch him work his magic. He used to be into the latte art stuff too
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 30 October 2015, 20:31:37
Hi ya'll,
I can't drink coffee myself due to medical reasons, but Blue Bottle Coffee isn't too far and I guess it's supposed to be amazing. If someone's interested I can send a bag.
I filled out the form to be official, but no need for me to receive anything
Thanks!
I've heard amazing things about their espresso. Have you tried it?
I haven't, but I know someone who's worked there that's really into the coffee scene who would strongly recommend. Do you have an espresso machine at home?
I'm more into tea myself, specifically white tea since it has the least amount of caffeine in it. Hoping to get a fancy schmancy kettle for Christmas
I am fortunate to have a decent espresso machine, a Rancilio Silvia. I'm about to upgrade the internals to a PID from mecoffee.nl ; I'm so excited!
Nice! A friend of mine has a La Marzocco GS3 it's pretty insane looking. Fun to watch him work his magic. He used to be into the latte art stuff too
Oh man yeah the GS3 is pretty amazing; the Speedster is pretty much my dream machine. LM makes some awesome stuff; see my post above about modding a LM portafilter to fit my Rancilio.
Post by: Bartlebum on Tue, 03 November 2015, 02:10:43
Post by: rayuki on Fri, 06 November 2015, 17:23:45
Post by: Binge on Fri, 06 November 2015, 18:16:36
Might be a long shot since I know most of you guys want just beans, but I got 3 bags of this awesome coffee left from my trip to Melbourne last month. This was roasted mid way thru September and was ground for filter/aeropress. Would love to trade with something exotic /different, i like a dark roast. Hit me up if your interested. Happy to do all 3 to one person or like 1 each if there's enough interest lolShow Image(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/06/58abf44d71c8a4a05b8639e831f96e67.jpg)
Hopefully you have someone you can exchange with in country. That stuff won't keep during an international shipment.
Post by: rayuki on Fri, 06 November 2015, 18:34:47
Yeah was hoping for someone in aus lol you never know. Edit: just realised I said it was roasted in September but i got my months mixed up thinking we are in October lol. It was only roasted last month mid October. So should be good for awhile longer.Might be a long shot since I know most of you guys want just beans, but I got 3 bags of this awesome coffee left from my trip to Melbourne last month. This was roasted mid way thru September and was ground for filter/aeropress. Would love to trade with something exotic /different, i like a dark roast. Hit me up if your interested. Happy to do all 3 to one person or like 1 each if there's enough interest lolShow Image(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/06/58abf44d71c8a4a05b8639e831f96e67.jpg)
Hopefully you have someone you can exchange with in country. That stuff won't keep during an international shipment.
Post by: zombimuncha on Sat, 07 November 2015, 17:16:23
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sat, 07 November 2015, 17:49:53
Post by: rayuki on Sat, 07 November 2015, 18:13:33
Post by: zombimuncha on Sun, 08 November 2015, 02:25:35
When you remove it from the freezer, give it a couple hours to return to room temp before cracking the seal - condensation is your enemy.
Post by: rayuki on Sun, 08 November 2015, 06:16:43
Post by: trenzafeeds on Sun, 08 November 2015, 10:35:39
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 09 November 2015, 14:02:22
(http://[attachimg=1])
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 09 November 2015, 14:11:04
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
Hey man! Cool that you are into espresso. As you probably know, the importance of your grind quality gets higher the finer you go. So with espresso, people are obsessive and will often spend more on their grinder than their espresso machine. OE Pharos is a $$$$ example: http://www.oehandgrinders.com/PHAROS_c_22.html Can you imagine spending that much on a hand grinder???
That said, I don't know anything about the Eco Grinder you speak of. If it's cheap enough, maybe buy it and see if you like it? After all, if you like it nothing else matters, including what other coffee snobs think :p
Post by: THSdrummer on Mon, 09 November 2015, 14:17:27
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
That looks eerily similar to the Porlex hand grinder. My brother bought one and I have been able to use it a few times when I'm home. I'm thinking about replacing my Hario Skerton with one, perhaps the mini. Before someone says "just save your money in the long term and get a good electronic burr grinder", I'm looking for a more robust grinder than my Skerton, but something I can take camping/backpacking worry free. The Porlex feels incredibly sturdy from how much I've used it, and a quality grind. The mini fits into the Aeropress for storage (from what I've read), making it ideal for a fresh java setup in the woods. The downside is the Porlex JP-30 doesn't have much capacity, so if I'm fixing 4+ cups of coffee in my Chemex I have to grind it, empty it, and repeat again.
Porlex JP-30: http://www.amazon.com/Porlex-JP-30-Stainless-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0002JZCF2
Post by: rayuki on Mon, 09 November 2015, 15:34:07
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 10 November 2015, 10:39:17
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
Hey man! Cool that you are into espresso. As you probably know, the importance of your grind quality gets higher the finer you go. So with espresso, people are obsessive and will often spend more on their grinder than their espresso machine. OE Pharos is a $$$$ example: http://www.oehandgrinders.com/PHAROS_c_22.html Can you imagine spending that much on a hand grinder???
That said, I don't know anything about the Eco Grinder you speak of. If it's cheap enough, maybe buy it and see if you like it? After all, if you like it nothing else matters, including what other coffee snobs think :p
I went ahead and bought the Eco Grinder for 15 bucks. No big loss if it turns out to be sucky. I shall report my findings upon usage of said product.
$295 for a hand grinder, huh? There's a product for every customer. If you build it, they will come.
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 10 November 2015, 10:49:01
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
That looks eerily similar to the Porlex hand grinder. My brother bought one and I have been able to use it a few times when I'm home. I'm thinking about replacing my Hario Skerton with one, perhaps the mini. Before someone says "just save your money in the long term and get a good electronic burr grinder", I'm looking for a more robust grinder than my Skerton, but something I can take camping/backpacking worry free. The Porlex feels incredibly sturdy from how much I've used it, and a quality grind. The mini fits into the Aeropress for storage (from what I've read), making it ideal for a fresh java setup in the woods. The downside is the Porlex JP-30 doesn't have much capacity, so if I'm fixing 4+ cups of coffee in my Chemex I have to grind it, empty it, and repeat again.
Porlex JP-30: http://www.amazon.com/Porlex-JP-30-Stainless-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0002JZCF2
I was drawn to the diminutive size of the Eco Grinder since I have very limited storage and counter-top space. I usually brew espresso so the small reservoir shouldn't be a problem unless I have coffee guests.
I try to keep free of too many extraneous gadgetry and such that rely on electricity so I went with a manual grinder. Plus, I'm olde-school like that :)
Post by: zombimuncha on Tue, 10 November 2015, 14:02:27
Post by: THSdrummer on Wed, 11 November 2015, 07:56:21
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
That looks eerily similar to the Porlex hand grinder. My brother bought one and I have been able to use it a few times when I'm home. I'm thinking about replacing my Hario Skerton with one, perhaps the mini. Before someone says "just save your money in the long term and get a good electronic burr grinder", I'm looking for a more robust grinder than my Skerton, but something I can take camping/backpacking worry free. The Porlex feels incredibly sturdy from how much I've used it, and a quality grind. The mini fits into the Aeropress for storage (from what I've read), making it ideal for a fresh java setup in the woods. The downside is the Porlex JP-30 doesn't have much capacity, so if I'm fixing 4+ cups of coffee in my Chemex I have to grind it, empty it, and repeat again.
Porlex JP-30: http://www.amazon.com/Porlex-JP-30-Stainless-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0002JZCF2
I was drawn to the diminutive size of the Eco Grinder since I have very limited storage and counter-top space. I usually brew espresso so the small reservoir shouldn't be a problem unless I have coffee guests.
I try to keep free of too many extraneous gadgetry and such that rely on electricity so I went with a manual grinder. Plus, I'm olde-school like that :)
That's a good way to go about life. I don't have any fancy kitchen gadgets like a mixer or anything. Once I move into my own place, I'd like to buy an electronic burr grinder, but until then I'm satisfied with manual. Out of two years with my Skerton, there have only been two days I regretted having the manual. Both of those days were Christmas when we had family over for brunch. I spent a lot of time whirling the grinder around, especially since that side of the family runs on coffee. I would've been doing twice as many grind sessions with the Porlex too. But I'll take that. Otherwise, manuals are solid!
P.S. A little something-something showed up in my mail today...
(http://i.imgur.com/igIFYny.jpg)
Thanks so much to Jema! The coffee is great!
Post by: Jema on Wed, 11 November 2015, 09:52:59
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
That looks eerily similar to the Porlex hand grinder. My brother bought one and I have been able to use it a few times when I'm home. I'm thinking about replacing my Hario Skerton with one, perhaps the mini. Before someone says "just save your money in the long term and get a good electronic burr grinder", I'm looking for a more robust grinder than my Skerton, but something I can take camping/backpacking worry free. The Porlex feels incredibly sturdy from how much I've used it, and a quality grind. The mini fits into the Aeropress for storage (from what I've read), making it ideal for a fresh java setup in the woods. The downside is the Porlex JP-30 doesn't have much capacity, so if I'm fixing 4+ cups of coffee in my Chemex I have to grind it, empty it, and repeat again.
Porlex JP-30: http://www.amazon.com/Porlex-JP-30-Stainless-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0002JZCF2
I was drawn to the diminutive size of the Eco Grinder since I have very limited storage and counter-top space. I usually brew espresso so the small reservoir shouldn't be a problem unless I have coffee guests.
I try to keep free of too many extraneous gadgetry and such that rely on electricity so I went with a manual grinder. Plus, I'm olde-school like that :)
That's a good way to go about life. I don't have any fancy kitchen gadgets like a mixer or anything. Once I move into my own place, I'd like to buy an electronic burr grinder, but until then I'm satisfied with manual. Out of two years with my Skerton, there have only been two days I regretted having the manual. Both of those days were Christmas when we had family over for brunch. I spent a lot of time whirling the grinder around, especially since that side of the family runs on coffee. I would've been doing twice as many grind sessions with the Porlex too. But I'll take that. Otherwise, manuals are solid!
P.S. A little something-something showed up in my mail today...Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/igIFYny.jpg)
Thanks so much to Jema! The coffee is great!
Glad you like it! :thumb:
Post by: smarmar on Sat, 14 November 2015, 16:59:46
Hey, looky what I also got in the mail today. Thanks, Jema! Despite being packaged in 4 layers of bags, I was assulted by a fantastic aroma upon opening my mailbox. Powerful stuff! Sadly, My burr grinder hasn't arrived yet so I'll be grinding with my cheapo electric blade grinder tomorrow morning. :rolleyes: I'm sure it will be delicious nontheless.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 15 November 2015, 12:44:04
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Hey, looky what I also got in the mail today. Thanks, Jema! Despite being packaged in 4 layers of bags, I was assulted by a fantastic aroma upon opening my mailbox. Powerful stuff! Sadly, My burr grinder hasn't arrived yet so I'll be grinding with my cheapo electric blade grinder tomorrow morning. :rolleyes: I'm sure it will be delicious nontheless.
Bro if you ever need to come over and use my grinder you're welcome to. I have a Baratza Vario for espresso and it works really well.
Post by: smarmar on Sun, 15 November 2015, 19:58:12
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Hey, looky what I also got in the mail today. Thanks, Jema! Despite being packaged in 4 layers of bags, I was assulted by a fantastic aroma upon opening my mailbox. Powerful stuff! Sadly, My burr grinder hasn't arrived yet so I'll be grinding with my cheapo electric blade grinder tomorrow morning. :rolleyes: I'm sure it will be delicious nontheless.
Bro if you ever need to come over and use my grinder you're welcome to. I have a Baratza Vario for espresso and it works really well.
Thanks for offer, man.
I ended up making Cafe Du Monde (Vietnamese-style) this morning because my Barnie's brand blade grinder kinda died. It spun up slowly and then just mixed the beans around for a while :'( It went straight to the vertical file.
Post by: Jema on Mon, 16 November 2015, 09:54:32
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Hey, looky what I also got in the mail today. Thanks, Jema! Despite being packaged in 4 layers of bags, I was assulted by a fantastic aroma upon opening my mailbox. Powerful stuff! Sadly, My burr grinder hasn't arrived yet so I'll be grinding with my cheapo electric blade grinder tomorrow morning. :rolleyes: I'm sure it will be delicious nontheless.
Awesome!! I was also tortured with the yummy aroma in my car. Glad it got to you safe :thumb:
Post by: Bartlebum on Mon, 16 November 2015, 11:44:29
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 16 November 2015, 12:44:25
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
Post by: zombimuncha on Mon, 16 November 2015, 14:57:32
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
It didn't arrive yet? Where was it shipping from?
Post by: Lanx on Mon, 16 November 2015, 23:26:15
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
i have both that Hario grinder and this one as well.
hario slim grinder (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001804CLY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001804CLY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=GPW4YZZ4L55SRBEL)
The tiny slim, is REALLY tiny, it's cute if you want to travel with it, but for normal everyday use it's worthless.
I actually bought it to mega fine grind onion power and other spices.
Recently my pepper mill broke, so i'm just using this and holy crap, i have it on mega fine grind and a little goes a long way. Since this costs as much as a good OXO grinder, i'll just keep using it as my pepper mill.
the skerton i have modded w/ a drill attachment, so it's just a super mega precise electric burr grinder.
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 17 November 2015, 13:48:06
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
It didn't arrive yet? Where was it shipping from?
It was put on a slow boat to China, I suppose. It's supposed to arrive tomorrow. It was purchased with other items so maybe Amazon waited for all the items to be ready until they shipped them out together.
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 17 November 2015, 13:52:11
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
i have both that Hario grinder and this one as well.
hario slim grinder (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001804CLY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001804CLY&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=GPW4YZZ4L55SRBEL)
The tiny slim, is REALLY tiny, it's cute if you want to travel with it, but for normal everyday use it's worthless.
I actually bought it to mega fine grind onion power and other spices.
Recently my pepper mill broke, so i'm just using this and holy crap, i have it on mega fine grind and a little goes a long way. Since this costs as much as a good OXO grinder, i'll just keep using it as my pepper mill.
the skerton i have modded w/ a drill attachment, so it's just a super mega precise electric burr grinder.
That's rather crafty, using the slim for a spice grinder. And what you did with the drill...!
Post by: Morning19 on Tue, 17 November 2015, 22:51:20
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 18 November 2015, 07:51:53
Thought I would throw this out there.
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
What are you using? I use a stove top popper and it works well as long as I crank it continuously.
Post by: Morning19 on Wed, 18 November 2015, 09:08:59
Started with a $3 popcorn popper from goodwill that I rigged up. (Honestly not a whole lot of rigging). I uses an old can (that one would get corn from), and cut the top and bottom off and set on top. This allowed for an easier time for the beans to stay inside roasting when they became lighter from losing chaff. I have however graduated to a Behmor as well, but still love roasting in that old popcorn popper as well.Thought I would throw this out there.
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
What are you using? I use a stove top popper and it works well as long as I crank it continuously.
Post by: THSdrummer on Wed, 18 November 2015, 12:26:38
Started with a $3 popcorn popper from goodwill that I rigged up. (Honestly not a whole lot of rigging). I uses an old can (that one would get corn from), and cut the top and bottom off and set on top. This allowed for an easier time for the beans to stay inside roasting when they became lighter from losing chaff. I have however graduated to a Behmor as well, but still love roasting in that old popcorn popper as well.Thought I would throw this out there.
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
What are you using? I use a stove top popper and it works well as long as I crank it continuously.
One of my running buddies roasted his own coffee beans for a while. He used a stove top popcorn popper. My dad has a stove top popcorn popper at the house. I've thought about trying to roast a few, but I don't want to ruin his popper. Plus, I don't need any more hobbies. :confused:
Post by: Morning19 on Wed, 18 November 2015, 12:51:27
Do it! It's so cheap to get into. Find a popcorn popper on craigslist for dirt cheap, then check out these guys, http://www.rosthauscoffee.com/#!green/c2pr When I started off, I did the 5 pack, but I don't reccomend. I would say get a big bag of one or two single origin, then roast a batch at light, medium, dark, and taste and see what YOU like. Then you can start honing it in from there. (Just remember to let is "rest" for a few days, can taste grassy if you don't) It's more fun that way than reading what you should do. Find out how you like it. Reading and learning is half the fun! Plus, you get massive blooms if you are doing pour-overs or chemex.Started with a $3 popcorn popper from goodwill that I rigged up. (Honestly not a whole lot of rigging). I uses an old can (that one would get corn from), and cut the top and bottom off and set on top. This allowed for an easier time for the beans to stay inside roasting when they became lighter from losing chaff. I have however graduated to a Behmor as well, but still love roasting in that old popcorn popper as well.Thought I would throw this out there.
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
What are you using? I use a stove top popper and it works well as long as I crank it continuously.
One of my running buddies roasted his own coffee beans for a while. He used a stove top popcorn popper. My dad has a stove top popcorn popper at the house. I've thought about trying to roast a few, but I don't want to ruin his popper. Plus, I don't need any more hobbies. :confused:
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 18 November 2015, 13:25:06
Started with a $3 popcorn popper from goodwill that I rigged up. (Honestly not a whole lot of rigging). I uses an old can (that one would get corn from), and cut the top and bottom off and set on top. This allowed for an easier time for the beans to stay inside roasting when they became lighter from losing chaff. I have however graduated to a Behmor as well, but still love roasting in that old popcorn popper as well.Thought I would throw this out there.
Been roasting my own beans, and I tell you, it's a lot of fun and it's nice to have fresh roasted beans and finding out how you like certain things. If anyone has ever thought about it, it's actually really easy to get in to.
What are you using? I use a stove top popper and it works well as long as I crank it continuously.
One of my running buddies roasted his own coffee beans for a while. He used a stove top popcorn popper. My dad has a stove top popcorn popper at the house. I've thought about trying to roast a few, but I don't want to ruin his popper. Plus, I don't need any more hobbies. :confused:
Just don't use the same one for popcorn and coffee. Coffee-flavored popcorn is not good, and butter-flavored coffee is also not good.
Post by: zombimuncha on Wed, 18 November 2015, 14:30:04
Post by: Carcharocles on Wed, 18 November 2015, 15:01:38
Can definitely say I'm happy to see others in this thread using Moka pots and the Aeropress. Makes me feel better about my purchases. I generally use the Aeropress for my usual coffee, but the Moka pot for smaller, stronger cups. Either way, I like it strong, although not quite Espresso strength. And we grind our own beans using a hand-held burr grinder, only grinding enough for each use.
@zombimuncha: pretty sure it's possible to roast beans in an oven, at least in smaller batches. I've never heard of smoke being involved, and most roasteries use a specialized machine that works indoors and rotates the beans.
Post by: Morning19 on Wed, 18 November 2015, 15:30:22
Can't roast around here, since all my local coffee shops (sans the big chains like Starbucks) exclusively use robusta. At least, the ones I'm aware of do. I also can't afford any high quality beans, so I'm stuck ordering from chains like Caribou (although honestly, it beats the h*** out of Folgers). Favorite blends from them that I can afford are the Starlight, Sombra del Poro, El Paraiso and Cosecha del Oro; I also love their Sumatran Peaberry, but I can never afford it.
Can definitely say I'm happy to see others in this thread using Moka pots and the Aeropress. Makes me feel better about my purchases. I generally use the Aeropress for my usual coffee, but the Moka pot for smaller, stronger cups. Either way, I like it strong, although not quite Espresso strength. And we grind our own beans using a hand-held burr grinder, only grinding enough for each use.
@zombimuncha: pretty sure it's possible to roast beans in an oven, at least in smaller batches. I've never heard of smoke being involved, and most roasteries use a specialized machine that works indoors and rotates the beans.
Aeropress is legit. It fits in my shaving kit and I can travel with it, my small hario grinder, and some beans and I am good to go. If I am visiting my inlaws I can make me a small cup and not have to drink k-cups or folgers. I am not too prissy, if that's all there I am a happy camper, but if it's within my control I would rather not! :thumb:
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 18 November 2015, 17:44:27
Can't roast around here, since all my local coffee shops (sans the big chains like Starbucks) exclusively use robusta. At least, the ones I'm aware of do. I also can't afford any high quality beans, so I'm stuck ordering from chains like Caribou (although honestly, it beats the h*** out of Folgers). Favorite blends from them that I can afford are the Starlight, Sombra del Poro, El Paraiso and Cosecha del Oro; I also love their Sumatran Peaberry, but I can never afford it.
Can definitely say I'm happy to see others in this thread using Moka pots and the Aeropress. Makes me feel better about my purchases. I generally use the Aeropress for my usual coffee, but the Moka pot for smaller, stronger cups. Either way, I like it strong, although not quite Espresso strength. And we grind our own beans using a hand-held burr grinder, only grinding enough for each use.
@zombimuncha: pretty sure it's possible to roast beans in an oven, at least in smaller batches. I've never heard of smoke being involved, and most roasteries use a specialized machine that works indoors and rotates the beans.
Aeropress is legit. It fits in my shaving kit and I can travel with it, my small hario grinder, and some beans and I am good to go. If I am visiting my inlaws I can make me a small cup and not have to drink k-cups or folgers. I am not too prissy, if that's all there I am a happy camper, but if it's within my control I would rather not! :thumb:
I might start packing my coffee supplies now when I travel. The coffee situation is usually fine if I'm staying at someone's house but not while on the road or in a hotel (even those fancy-schmancy ones). I usually just bring along a bunch of tea bags because they're compact but the thing that's always a problem is the water! It's difficult to get good, clean, hot water while in a hotel. I end up having to buy bottled water and hope that my room has a microwave.
What's a java-junkie to do...
Post by: Carcharocles on Wed, 18 November 2015, 17:47:47
Aeropress is legit. It fits in my shaving kit and I can travel with it, my small hario grinder, and some beans and I am good to go. If I am visiting my inlaws I can make me a small cup and not have to drink k-cups or folgers. I am not too prissy, if that's all there I am a happy camper, but if it's within my control I would rather not! :thumb:
Ugh, K-cups. Some aren't too bad, but most are horrible. And weak as all ****.
I went from using Mr. Coffee clones to the Aeropress on a hunch. First we switched to 8-O'clock Coffee before buying the Aeropress, and noticed a difference but not too impressive of one. So we decided to jump on an Aeropress deal we found--500 filters and the Aeropress itself for less than 30 bucks. We were already grinding our own beans, so why not? The coffee suddenly tasted better, but we quickly got bored with its grocery store quality. So we switched to Green Mountain Coffee and were initially impressed, but then we noticed how inconsistent it was from month to month. We were given some whole bean Reindeer Blend by a friend, and decided to try other Caribou Coffees. My mom has gone from putting half a cup of sugar in her coffee to a couple of teaspoons, and I barely add any at all (I get the distinct feeling that if I could afford better coffee, I'd probably not add any sugar, but honestly the 8 bucks a pound Caribou Coffee is pushing it already with my stingy government income). I'd recommend anyone who wants a good cheap coffee maker to buy the Aeropress. It's fantastic for the price.
The Moka Pot came about because my mom wanted something that she didn't have to press to use. She ended up never using it, so it became mine. One thing to keep in mind with these things is you need to give time for them to get a coat of oils. Never scrub these oils off, they are your friend! That said, Moka pots make EXTREMELY strong non-espresso coffee, and don't give you much of it. Which is probably why my mom doesn't use it--she drinks from a giant cup.
Burr grinders is another thing that took my mom some getting used to. We had a grinder that used metal "blades" to grind coffee, and it charred the coffee with friction. So I bought a cheap burr grinder and was quite impressed with it. My mom didn't like the manual aspect to it, but now she uses it exclusively. The difference is subtle, but we noticed it.
Post by: Lanx on Wed, 18 November 2015, 18:55:17
problem is the water! It's difficult to get good, clean, hot water while in a hotel. I end up having to buy bottled water and hope that my room has a microwave.Most use this aeropress travel kit
What's a java-junkie to do...
(https://www.philipithomas.com/images/aeropress/3.jpg)
Of course you have your aeropress.
The grinder is a
porlex mini (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044ZA066/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0044ZA066&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=MQY3AEQQMC54HH3L)
able to fit right in the aeropress
then you'd get the Able Brewing Grip / Travel Cap (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E58P8Q4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00E58P8Q4&linkCode=as2&tag=420usa-20&linkId=255OHB4DM7STAIDR)
so you can store about 5 servings of beens in the handle
to brew coffee, every hotel has a coffee maker, just use bottled water and your coffee maker can be your water kettle. (most likely it will not be at the desired 195f)
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 20 November 2015, 14:35:17
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I've peaked into more than a few hotel coffee maker's reservoir and, as tempting as it is to use one, I can't bring myself to do it because of what I think might be lurking deep within those dark, dusty, clogged tubes.
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 20 November 2015, 14:53:36
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Hey, looky what I also got in the mail today. Thanks, Jema! Despite being packaged in 4 layers of bags, I was assulted by a fantastic aroma upon opening my mailbox. Powerful stuff! Sadly, My burr grinder hasn't arrived yet so I'll be grinding with my cheapo electric blade grinder tomorrow morning. :rolleyes: I'm sure it will be delicious nontheless.
Awesome!! I was also tortured with the yummy aroma in my car. Glad it got to you safe :thumb:
I finally got to taste my new Blue Bottle coffee since my grinder came in. I set the grind to the finest setting and the resulting powder was so fine that the resulting espresso was opaque! I brewed it with a Moka pot and the ground must have come through the filter. Now, I'm not complaining; I like myself some strong, thick brew :p It reminded me of coffee made from an ibrik. It had a nice thin, barely perceived oily film (which I like) and it was very different from the Cuban espresso that I normally make. I need to try it a few more (dozen) times in order to get used to the new flavour.
Post by: jaffers on Thu, 24 December 2015, 21:07:29
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Sat, 26 December 2015, 20:35:34
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 28 December 2015, 20:26:02
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
I'm looking at it and although it is cheap, will it last long? it looks a little bit rickety
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Mon, 28 December 2015, 20:29:03
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
I'm looking at it and although it is cheap, will it last long? it looks a little bit rickety
It is a solid grinder for the price but if you're hesitant, check out r/coffee on Reddit for recommendations.
Post by: jaffers on Mon, 28 December 2015, 21:33:54
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
I'm looking at it and although it is cheap, will it last long? it looks a little bit rickety
It is a solid grinder for the price but if you're hesitant, check out r/coffee on Reddit for recommendations.
I'll dip my toes in the water with it and see how it goes, definitely a good price
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Mon, 28 December 2015, 21:38:40
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
I'm looking at it and although it is cheap, will it last long? it looks a little bit rickety
It is a solid grinder for the price but if you're hesitant, check out r/coffee on Reddit for recommendations.
I'll dip my toes in the water with it and see how it goes, definitely a good price
I don't think you'll be disappointed but let me know what you think.
Post by: SploogeFactory on Mon, 28 December 2015, 21:46:32
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Jaffers, mate. You've got access to a lot of top quality coffee here in AUS!
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 28 December 2015, 22:45:22
I'm shopping for a relatively inexpensive burr grinder, mainly for grinding espresso and I came upon this that seems to be on super-sale.Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Stainless steel, conical ceramic burr, adjustable grind settings.
Do any of you have experience with or know whether or not it's any good? Most of the Amazon reviews are good.
Other suggestions are welcome ^-^
http://www.amazon.com/Hario-Ceramic-Skerton-Storage-Capacity/dp/B001802PIQ/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447695850&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=hario+hand+dringer
Have this and LOVE it!
That one looks like it would be right up my alley. If the EcoGrinder I bought turns out to be crappy I might consider this one. :thumb:
UPDATE on EcoGrinder:
It broke after using it one time. For lack of correct terminology, the metal "feet" on the central shaft tore into the plastic disc that holds the burr in place thus rendering the grinder unable to change grind settings (see photo). I don't think that I had the turnscrew too tight while setting it for espresso because I backed it off a quarter or half turn just before the turnscrew became tight. More than one product review on Amazon stated similar findings so perhaps I should have taken heed.
After recommendations from others in this thread I'm leaning towards ordering the Hario Slim or the DuraCasa.
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001804CLY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=A2G68LX8NP4B0B
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B011HR4P46?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_3&smid=A1MK18055VUYE9
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Post by: jaffers on Tue, 29 December 2015, 07:53:18
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Check out the Hario Skerton great hand burr grinder!
I'm looking at it and although it is cheap, will it last long? it looks a little bit rickety
It is a solid grinder for the price but if you're hesitant, check out r/coffee on Reddit for recommendations.
I'll dip my toes in the water with it and see how it goes, definitely a good price
I don't think you'll be disappointed but let me know what you think.
I definitely will :)
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Jaffers, mate. You've got access to a lot of top quality coffee here in AUS!
I know dude, I might have to send you some NQ coffee beans! :D I remember one of my friends saying that there was a lot of local growers around the area
Post by: Carcharocles on Tue, 29 December 2015, 21:23:39
I'm looking for a decent bang-for-buck upgrade from our usual Latin American bundle from Caribou Coffee.
Post by: SploogeFactory on Wed, 30 December 2015, 02:19:35
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Jaffers, mate. You've got access to a lot of top quality coffee here in AUS!
I know dude, I might have to send you some NQ coffee beans! :D I remember one of my friends saying that there was a lot of local growers around the area
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Bro, we can tee this up! I've got some great beans I can ship here from Campos!
Post by: jaffers on Thu, 31 December 2015, 01:40:03
So I finally got a coffee maker today for Christmas! I've been wanting to join the thread for a while now as I do drink quite a bit of coffee and have used many coffee makers to brew my own, and always loved the taste of freshly brewed coffee.
To do list is to buy a coffee grinder and purchase some local beans to try. I'm located in Aus so hopefully there are some Aussies who'd like to partner up with an amateur :P
Jaffers, mate. You've got access to a lot of top quality coffee here in AUS!
I know dude, I might have to send you some NQ coffee beans! :D I remember one of my friends saying that there was a lot of local growers around the area
Bro, we can tee this up! I've got some great beans I can ship here from Campos!
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Looks like its a plan stan :cool:
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 31 December 2015, 08:44:19
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 31 December 2015, 23:18:28
If you guys are interested, I'm posting a worklog of my espresso machine restoration/upgrade here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78261.0
Will the upgrade be completed by Sunday? ;)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 01 January 2016, 07:58:48
If you guys are interested, I'm posting a worklog of my espresso machine restoration/upgrade here: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78261.0
Will the upgrade be completed by Sunday? ;)
For sure
Post by: Jema on Tue, 12 January 2016, 14:22:04
Tea and dark chocolate, and from England!! Yummm, thank you so much smarmar!!
I already ate some chocolate ;D and I'll have a cup of tea before bed. I'm so excited to try some, the smell is amazing ^_^
Thank you again, what an awesome surprise :p
(http://i.imgur.com/h1NttpF.jpg)
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 13 January 2016, 23:37:13
I'm glad you like the chocolate. I have yet to try it and it looked exotic. I'll see what other kinds of fancy treats that place has.
Post by: iLLucionist on Thu, 28 January 2016, 15:16:50
I always go to Simon Levelt to buy my coffee, which is a Dutch coffee brand and shop with a long history.
I led them grind it and then I put it in my freezer to preserve the taste and smell. I have a vacuum container to store my fresh coffee to preserve aroma's and taste and I make coffee by manually poring. Tastes best for me.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 January 2016, 15:20:02
I know it's not coffee but this is my favorite caffeine mix!
Tea and dark chocolate, and from England!! Yummm, thank you so much smarmar!!
I already ate some chocolate ;D and I'll have a cup of tea before bed. I'm so excited to try some, the smell is amazing ^_^
Thank you again, what an awesome surprise :pShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/h1NttpF.jpg)
That tea looks great
Post by: zombimuncha on Fri, 29 January 2016, 05:10:08
Any Dutchies around? Anything better than Simon Levelt?
I always go to Simon Levelt to buy my coffee, which is a Dutch coffee brand and shop with a long history.
I led them grind it and then I put it in my freezer to preserve the taste and smell. I have a vacuum container to store my fresh coffee to preserve aroma's and taste and I make coffee by manually poring. Tastes best for me.
Not Dutch, but I know that the best espresso machines in the world (http://www.keesvanderwesten.com/) come from over there. Here in the UK the specialty coffee scene is booming. There are any number of places you can get great/amazing/life-changing coffee, either in a cup to drink right now or beans to brew at home. My experience is that many of the older suppliers haven't really caught on to the whole first-three-weeks-after-roasting thing yet, and often roast too dark to get any interesting flavours out of their beans. The (many!) new upstart small-scale roasters are really where it's at.
edit: Had a look around Simon Levelt website but didn't find what I was looking for - basically if they write the roast date on the package then it's probably pretty decent.
Post by: iLLucionist on Fri, 29 January 2016, 06:48:37
Any Dutchies around? Anything better than Simon Levelt?
I always go to Simon Levelt to buy my coffee, which is a Dutch coffee brand and shop with a long history.
I led them grind it and then I put it in my freezer to preserve the taste and smell. I have a vacuum container to store my fresh coffee to preserve aroma's and taste and I make coffee by manually poring. Tastes best for me.
Not Dutch, but I know that the best espresso machines in the world (http://www.keesvanderwesten.com/) come from over there. Here in the UK the specialty coffee scene is booming. There are any number of places you can get great/amazing/life-changing coffee, either in a cup to drink right now or beans to brew at home. My experience is that many of the older suppliers haven't really caught on to the whole first-three-weeks-after-roasting thing yet, and often roast too dark to get any interesting flavours out of their beans. The (many!) new upstart small-scale roasters are really where it's at.
edit: Had a look around Simon Levelt website but didn't find what I was looking for - basically if they write the roast date on the package then it's probably pretty decent.
They usually do write that on the package, but not always. Depends on the employee you get. But most of them are actual baristas trained by Simon Levelt themselves. They even pay their employees to visit bean fields and see how coffee is actually produced. But there are also these vacation employees who can barely distinguish coffee from tea.
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Fri, 29 January 2016, 07:38:40
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 29 January 2016, 07:40:35
Anybody in CONUS looking to swap coffee? I just started getting into high quality beans/brewing and would love to try some out from other people's areas.
I'm always down to trade. I ususally grab from Coffee Emporium (http://www.coffee-emporium.com/coffee/) in Cincinnati. I love their Ethiopian coffee.
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Fri, 29 January 2016, 08:18:14
Anybody in CONUS looking to swap coffee? I just started getting into high quality beans/brewing and would love to try some out from other people's areas.
I'm always down to trade. I ususally grab from Coffee Emporium (http://www.coffee-emporium.com/coffee/) in Cincinnati. I love their Ethiopian coffee.
This (http://modcup.com/) is my shop, right down the street from me. Been loving the Bali Kintamani, but really all their varieties are good.
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 29 January 2016, 08:24:57
Post by: jwaz on Fri, 18 March 2016, 12:31:59
(https://i.imgur.com/JPXCjjIh.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/JPXCjjIh.jpg)
Post by: Binge on Fri, 18 March 2016, 12:36:26
Today's brew:
(https://i.imgur.com/JPXCjjIh.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/JPXCjjIh.jpg)
That's some serious juju coffee
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Fri, 18 March 2016, 13:32:15
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Got a bag of this courtesy of CPTBadAss. Great stuff, light with a great bourbony finish. Highly recommended for a good hangover brew :thumb:
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 19 March 2016, 21:47:28
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 24 March 2016, 14:10:09
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Post by: jaffers on Thu, 24 March 2016, 14:13:27
Post by: Kompanion on Thu, 24 March 2016, 20:32:02
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 27 March 2016, 19:34:20
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 27 March 2016, 20:01:51
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
Post by: zombimuncha on Mon, 28 March 2016, 14:11:47
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
Daaaaamn, son!
Lever espresso machines are so pretty!
Post by: Hexterdude on Mon, 28 March 2016, 14:21:32
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 28 March 2016, 16:06:32
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
Daaaaamn, son!
Lever espresso machines are so pretty!
I know right? All that chrome...its just bound to make amazing coffee looking like that.
Was that for Clackvent? :confused:
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 29 March 2016, 13:49:22
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 29 March 2016, 19:25:48
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali also
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160330/ae977c345633ce7701d12db828c32161.jpg)
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 29 March 2016, 21:11:33
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali also
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
LOL :)) Because of course you did! :P Where do you find all these deals?? I'm starting to think I should buy one like this and fix it up, rather than shell out for a brand new machine... Hmm...
Post by: calavera on Wed, 30 March 2016, 23:50:08
It's freaking spring here with low humidity and yet I notice this happening regardless of where I store them.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Thu, 31 March 2016, 06:28:24
quick question, what do you do when your beans start becoming "wet"?
It's freaking spring here with low humidity and yet I notice this happening regardless of where I store them.
It is likely the oils coming out of the beans as they age. Particularly on darker roasts. It is said that freezing the beans can accelerate this.
Never ever open a container of cold beans (just out of the fridge or freezer, which I don't recommend anyway). This will cause condensation on them and they will go rancid much faster.
The oil on the outside of the beans is not something to worry about. It's best to wash oil out of your grinder hopper, jar, etc as the oil is what goes rancid in coffee primarily. The oils can also make your grinder's burrs a little sticky. If that happens, just run some minute rice through it and the rice will flush it out and absorb any excess oil in there.
Post by: Binge on Thu, 31 March 2016, 07:39:00
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali alsoShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160330/ae977c345633ce7701d12db828c32161.jpg)
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 31 March 2016, 07:40:49
I'll exchange with anyone.. conus or no. I have a pretty legit local coffee shop near me and I love trying anything new.
I'll have to hit you up soon. Gotta get through some of the other bags that I have first but I enjoy trading coffee :)
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 31 March 2016, 07:53:17
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali alsoShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160330/ae977c345633ce7701d12db828c32161.jpg)
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Post by: sek1ne on Thu, 31 March 2016, 14:48:32
Post by: n0rvig on Fri, 01 April 2016, 00:42:27
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
Whoa dude that's beautiful! Great score.
Anyone looking to trade beans? I'm in Vancouver, BC. I've got pretty good access to pacific northwest-ish stuff, plus a few fun local shops here. Popular beans lately around here include Bows&Arrows, Phil&Sebastian, Slate, Heart, and Matchstick. PM me if your interested in swapping stuff.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 01 April 2016, 10:16:33
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali alsoShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160330/ae977c345633ce7701d12db828c32161.jpg)
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
Yes, my own wifu has given me a generous amount of counter space for coffee and I'm waaaaay over. Again.
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
You don't need two espresso machines, right? Right?? :P Kidding! That looks lovely though. :O WTB heedspresso shot
Uh, hmmm, not sure how to put this...I actually didn't only buy the La Pavoni...I got the La Cimbali alsoShow Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160330/ae977c345633ce7701d12db828c32161.jpg)
It needs a bit more work than the Pavoni....
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
I don't have anything to trade but just wanted to share my excitement over this new acquisition...the seller thought the heater was burned out but the internal thermal switch just needed resetting. Also needs new seals but shouldn't be too hard. Got it for over 90% off!Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/90e594ff1e599c5392848652ec7bf161.jpg)
La Pavoni Professional lever espresso machine
Whoa dude that's beautiful! Great score.
Anyone looking to trade beans? I'm in Vancouver, BC. I've got pretty good access to pacific northwest-ish stuff, plus a few fun local shops here. Popular beans lately around here include Bows&Arrows, Phil&Sebastian, Slate, Heart, and Matchstick. PM me if your interested in swapping stuff.
Thanks! Once I work through my current projects and get back to roasting, I'd be happy to trade with some folks.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 01 April 2016, 11:10:49
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
An impossible request. :'( There is no BS Keypacitor!
Post by: livingspeedbump on Fri, 01 April 2016, 11:12:48
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 01 April 2016, 11:15:28
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
An impossible request. :'( There is no BS Keypacitor!
Yup.
I forgot this was actually a thread! There are a few people here that will be getting some of Raleighs best coffee in the mail soon :thumb:
All my espresso beans come from Counter Culture!
Post by: Binge on Fri, 01 April 2016, 11:30:40
you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
An impossible request. :'( There is no BS Keypacitor!
Yup.I forgot this was actually a thread! There are a few people here that will be getting some of Raleighs best coffee in the mail soon :thumb:
All my espresso beans come from Counter Culture!
I will never get a heed-presso :(
Post by: iLLucionist on Sun, 03 April 2016, 07:09:10
Post by: livingspeedbump on Sun, 03 April 2016, 07:55:34
Nice!! They definitely have some of the best coffee around!you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
An impossible request. :'( There is no BS Keypacitor!
Yup.I forgot this was actually a thread! There are a few people here that will be getting some of Raleighs best coffee in the mail soon :thumb:
All my espresso beans come from Counter Culture!
Post by: Carcharocles on Thu, 05 May 2016, 17:51:22
(http://orig08.deviantart.net/c656/f/2016/126/9/0/img_0597_1__by_paradigmslide-da1jfaq.jpg)
I may not be a full-fledged coffee snob just yet, but this is the best coffee I've ever bought. It's currently our addiction of choice.
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 11 May 2016, 11:43:57
I just discovered Counter Culture last month at my local Fresh Market grocer. On a whim, I decided to go with whole bean instead of my usual cheapo preground Cuban espresso. Man, is it good! I'm hooked on the Forty Six!Nice!! They definitely have some of the best coffee around!you planning on reselling any of these? :3
+1 :3
Yesh. Will trade for Kishsaver and BS Keypacitor. ;D
An impossible request. :'( There is no BS Keypacitor!
Yup.I forgot this was actually a thread! There are a few people here that will be getting some of Raleighs best coffee in the mail soon :thumb:
All my espresso beans come from Counter Culture!
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 05 December 2016, 11:24:17
quick question, what do you do when your beans start becoming "wet"?
It's freaking spring here with low humidity and yet I notice this happening regardless of where I store them.
It is likely the oils coming out of the beans as they age. Particularly on darker roasts. It is said that freezing the beans can accelerate this.
Never ever open a container of cold beans (just out of the fridge or freezer, which I don't recommend anyway). This will cause condensation on them and they will go rancid much faster.
The oil on the outside of the beans is not something to worry about. It's best to wash oil out of your grinder hopper, jar, etc as the oil is what goes rancid in coffee primarily. The oils can also make your grinder's burrs a little sticky. If that happens, just run some minute rice through it and the rice will flush it out and absorb any excess oil in there.
I recently bought a bag of espresso bean from Mazzaro's Italian Market in St. Pete and the beans were oily and wet right out of the shoot. They made a fine cup o' joe, though. I just had to clean the grinder more often because there was some gunk action going on. I'll have to try the dry rice technique next time.
And for all of you Tampa/St. Pete people, I recommend a trip to Mazzaro's. They brew the best espresso I've ever had!
Post by: ArchDill on Thu, 29 December 2016, 12:25:26
Post by: smarmar on Tue, 16 May 2017, 14:20:04
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Look at that creamy head!
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Oh baby!
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Post by: smarmar on Tue, 16 May 2017, 14:21:48
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 22 May 2017, 19:46:13
I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)
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Post by: iamtootallforthis on Mon, 22 May 2017, 19:47:06
I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Damn that is a high class setup. I might need to stop by if I end up in Florida.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Mon, 22 May 2017, 19:53:57
I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Damn that is a high class setup. I might need to stop by if I end up in Florida.
Go for it :D
Post by: tp4tissue on Mon, 22 May 2017, 22:28:28
Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
///DRUGS.. !!
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 05 June 2017, 16:15:46
Man, you're like Mr. Wizard--nice setup! Sweet Maria, that's a lot 'o bean!I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Whenever you want to come over I'll brew you some Cuban joe. There's also a nice, new coffee spot literally next door to my apt that recently opened up. They brew Colombian-style coffees and have awesome pound cake!
Post by: mrduul on Tue, 06 June 2017, 16:03:13
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Tue, 06 June 2017, 17:52:09
Death Wish Coffee.
It's pretty solid stuff. I went to school by Saratoga so I went to the store they mainly sold out of and it is better fresh. Not the best beans though but still solid.
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 06 June 2017, 19:57:44
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Tue, 06 June 2017, 19:58:51
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 06 June 2017, 19:59:45
Man, you're like Mr. Wizard--nice setup! Sweet Maria, that's a lot 'o bean!I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Whenever you want to come over I'll brew you some Cuban joe. There's also a nice, new coffee spot literally next door to my apt that recently opened up. They brew Colombian-style coffees and have awesome pound cake!
Sounds awesome! Do you have time next week?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 06 June 2017, 20:01:55
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Tue, 06 June 2017, 20:02:38
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Could you hear colors?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Tue, 06 June 2017, 20:06:16
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Could you hear colors?
No, could smell them. And they all smelled like coffee.
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Tue, 06 June 2017, 20:10:40
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Could you hear colors?
No, could smell them. And they all smelled like coffee.
Hahaha. How much did you regret that decision?
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 07 June 2017, 10:18:47
That night, you became a man!Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Sure! Just let me know a couple days prior so I can tell the office I'll be working from home.Man, you're like Mr. Wizard--nice setup! Sweet Maria, that's a lot 'o bean!I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Oh baby!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Whenever you want to come over I'll brew you some Cuban joe. There's also a nice, new coffee spot literally next door to my apt that recently opened up. They brew Colombian-style coffees and have awesome pound cake!
Sounds awesome! Do you have time next week?
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 07 June 2017, 10:29:09
Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!
Could you hear colors?
No, could smell them. And they all smelled like coffee.
Hahaha. How much did you regret that decision?
I try not to waste much time on regret these days. But I won't be doing it again!
That night, you became a man!Death Wish Coffee.It's definitely potent. Drinking it once in a while is fine but a few days in a row and it messed me up.
I mean you kinda gotta go in knowing that you have to drink less or you are gonna be wired.
One night while trying out new roasts and grinders I realized I had consumed about 9 double espressos in about an hour!Sure! Just let me know a couple days prior so I can tell the office I'll be working from home.Man, you're like Mr. Wizard--nice setup! Sweet Maria, that's a lot 'o bean!I thoroughly enjoyed my Little Cuban Friend by Coffee Shop Of Horrorswhile it lasted. I picked it up at my local game/comics/art shoppe called Gods & Monsters. It was rather oily, which I like, but I had to clean my grinder several times throughout the bag's lifespan Recommend! :thumb:Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
Look at that creamy head!Show Image(http:// (Attachment Link) )
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Looks yummy bro! You need to make me a cup of that one of these days...
So, I've done some modifications to my roaster. Picked up a metal tool cart off CL, added an arduino computer interface and a little screen.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/dc299d33ed671594255bd230a2ab9ecc.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/792576e1bd95e9a1a8374cd09308c8bf.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170523/ebed7d6c2e9dc90a9040b73a459dfdf1.jpg)
Whenever you want to come over I'll brew you some Cuban joe. There's also a nice, new coffee spot literally next door to my apt that recently opened up. They brew Colombian-style coffees and have awesome pound cake!
Sounds awesome! Do you have time next week?
OK, I have a pending meeting for early next week so I'll txt you.
Post by: Dernubenfrieken on Thu, 22 June 2017, 11:10:33
Death Wish Coffee.
It's pretty solid stuff. I went to school by Saratoga so I went to the store they mainly sold out of and it is better fresh. Not the best beans though but still solid.
Coffee Traders? Love that place, my girlfriend went to skidmore so we went on a visit last year
Post by: iamtootallforthis on Thu, 22 June 2017, 11:11:32
Death Wish Coffee.
It's pretty solid stuff. I went to school by Saratoga so I went to the store they mainly sold out of and it is better fresh. Not the best beans though but still solid.
Coffee Traders? Love that place, my girlfriend went to skidmore so we went on a visit last year
Yeah! That place is awesome!
Post by: smarmar on Thu, 28 September 2017, 15:35:06
Drink up, buttercups! :p
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 29 September 2017, 12:52:08
Hey, e'rbody in the U S of A, don't forget that tomorrow (Friday, September 29th) is NATIONAL COFFEE DAY! Don't worry, Japan and Sri Lanka, you can celebrate on Sunday. ;D
Drink up, buttercups! :p
YEEEE!! I didn't realize! Good thing I was going to drink coffee anyway... :rolleyes:
Post by: smarmar on Sat, 30 September 2017, 11:28:31
Hey, e'rbody in the U S of A, don't forget that tomorrow (Friday, September 29th) is NATIONAL COFFEE DAY! Don't worry, Japan and Sri Lanka, you can celebrate on Sunday. ;D
Drink up, buttercups! :p
YEEEE!! I didn't realize! Good thing I was going to drink coffee anyway... :rolleyes:
HA! Same here.
Actually, yesterday came and went and I totally forgot about National Coffee Day until this morning. *boing!* Good thing I also drink coffee everyday.
Post by: HoffmanWyfster on Sun, 01 October 2017, 11:17:13
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IMG_7247 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JusX) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Warehouse views from my desk - so many beans! ^-^
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IMG_7249 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JtvB) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 01 October 2017, 12:00:25
New job coffee set up. :)Show Image(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4475/37431942731_76facaa5a3_k.jpg)
IMG_7247 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JusX) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Warehouse views from my desk - so many beans! ^-^Show Image(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4348/37431939521_d6d783bf77_k.jpg)
IMG_7249 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JtvB) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Whoa, you work at a roastery?
Post by: HoffmanWyfster on Sun, 01 October 2017, 12:04:21
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 01 October 2017, 13:04:37
Yep! I work in the Accounting department at Colectivo Coffee Roasters in Milwaukee ;D
There is something wrong here. You seem way too cool to be associated with the likes of Mr. Hoffman
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 01 October 2017, 13:22:15
Yep! I work in the Accounting department at Colectivo Coffee Roasters in Milwaukee ;D
There is something wrong here. You seem way too cool to be associated with the likes of Mr. Hoffman
:'(
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 01 October 2017, 13:23:02
Yep! I work in the Accounting department at Colectivo Coffee Roasters in Milwaukee ;D
There is something wrong here. You seem way too cool to be associated with the likes of Mr. Hoffman
:'(
Don't worry bro my lady is cooler than me too ;)
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 01 October 2017, 13:25:20
Yep! I work in the Accounting department at Colectivo Coffee Roasters in Milwaukee ;D
There is something wrong here. You seem way too cool to be associated with the likes of Mr. Hoffman
:'(
Don't worry bro my lady is cooler than me too ;)
Hahaha, true that. :P
Post by: tp4tissue on Sun, 01 October 2017, 14:08:20
New job coffee set up. :)Show Image(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4475/37431942731_76facaa5a3_k.jpg)
IMG_7247 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JusX) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Warehouse views from my desk - so many beans! ^-^Show Image(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4348/37431939521_d6d783bf77_k.jpg)
IMG_7249 (https://flic.kr/p/Z2JtvB) by HoffmanWyfster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148923164@N03/), on Flickr
Whoa, you work at a roastery?
Hoff is now geekhack's official drug dealer..
Player price for ghers' is the least he can do.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 01 November 2017, 07:14:36
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Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
Post by: Signature on Wed, 01 November 2017, 08:31:37
My current setup in the kitchenSuch a pretty setup :O how do you enjoy your rocket?Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 01 November 2017, 10:29:14
My current setup in the kitchenSuch a pretty setup :O how do you enjoy your rocket?Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
I like it. I can pull shots of espresso that are better than pretty much any shop around. The grinder is the most important piece of equipment, IMHO. I think most E61 machines are pretty similar (Profitec, ECM, Rocket, etc.). I like Rocket's machines, and I was able to visit them in Milan last summer. I would really love to someday own a La Marzocco Linea Mini or GS/3 or something similar that offers a little more opportunity for tinkering.
Post by: smarmar on Wed, 01 November 2017, 11:15:52
My current setup in the kitchenShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
So, uhmmmm...when can I christen your new caffeine machines? Those are some beauties! :p
Post by: Signature on Wed, 01 November 2017, 11:41:37
Hmm do you think it's worth to invest in a good coffee grinder right from the start? (only do brew atm, but in the future I might switch to an espresso)Or should I just buy a cheap electric one?My current setup in the kitchenSuch a pretty setup :O how do you enjoy your rocket?Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
I like it. I can pull shots of espresso that are better than pretty much any shop around. The grinder is the most important piece of equipment, IMHO. I think most E61 machines are pretty similar (Profitec, ECM, Rocket, etc.). I like Rocket's machines, and I was able to visit them in Milan last summer. I would really love to someday own a La Marzocco Linea Mini or GS/3 or something similar that offers a little more opportunity for tinkering.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 01 November 2017, 13:00:14
My current setup in the kitchenShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
So, uhmmmm...when can I christen your new caffeine machines? Those are some beauties! :p
You are ALWAYS welcome in my home. Let's set up a time sometime soon!
Hmm do you think it's worth to invest in a good coffee grinder right from the start? (only do brew atm, but in the future I might switch to an espresso)Or should I just buy a cheap electric one?My current setup in the kitchenSuch a pretty setup :O how do you enjoy your rocket?Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
I like it. I can pull shots of espresso that are better than pretty much any shop around. The grinder is the most important piece of equipment, IMHO. I think most E61 machines are pretty similar (Profitec, ECM, Rocket, etc.). I like Rocket's machines, and I was able to visit them in Milan last summer. I would really love to someday own a La Marzocco Linea Mini or GS/3 or something similar that offers a little more opportunity for tinkering.
IMHO you are better off with a spectacular grinder and a Silvia or Gaggia than a top machine and bad grinder. Also, there seem to be less "fads" and year-to-year upgrades in grinders than there is with machines, so investing in a good grinder from the start makes more sense. In fact, an experienced barista can often work around the deficiencies of a less expensive espresso machine, but noone can pull magic out of a bad grinder.
Post by: TacticalCoder on Wed, 01 November 2017, 13:07:55
The grinder is the most important piece of equipment, IMHO.
Is there a (burr?) grinder you'd recommend? A few hundred bucks ain't an issue...
Atm I'm using a good old italian Moka press but may move to a fancier machine like yours in the future. I'd like a grinder which would work for both.
And... Very nice setup! : )
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 01 November 2017, 13:18:44
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 01 November 2017, 18:44:00
My current setup in the kitchenShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
Hot damn, that's a pretty setup. :) One of these days, I'm going to get an espresso machine... :rolleyes:
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 01 November 2017, 20:48:11
My current setup in the kitchenShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
That's awesome!
My kitchen bench is not big enough for one of those.
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 02 November 2017, 19:18:38
My current setup in the kitchenIma sit over here and swish my keurig coffee around in my might and make noises and pretend.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
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Post by: smarmar on Mon, 06 November 2017, 10:49:54
IMy current setup in the kitchenIma sit over here and swish my keurig coffee around in my might and make noises and pretend.Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/3b8ecfbe6575b36afdf756ab270c9f52.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171101/6be20be2be677f3d8f2f3dba3f36c6ab.jpg)
Rocket Cellini with custom Ducati Arctic White exterior, metallic black frame, custom plumb in/out with solenoid (all restoration and mods done by me); Sette 270W; Mazzer SJ with custom aligned/shimmed burrs; Chemex and Virtuoso for pourovers.
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Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 04 January 2018, 20:35:42
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Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 05 January 2018, 09:49:35
How does everyone store their coffee?
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Whole bean stays in the bag from the roaster/cafe, grounds go in this container (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FB7576I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) (no affiliation - many similarly designed containers will do the job just fine) until brewing. Technically, grounds should be kept away from UV exposure, but I haven't been able to discern a difference (the container has a clear lid).
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 05 January 2018, 12:27:50
Ironically, moisture is what will kill your beans and cause them to go stale. Second is excess heat. So....
Keep beans that are going to be used soon in an airtight container. Bags are fine, but I got some Airscape canisters on sale last year and I think they are really effective. And pretty.
If you want to keep them long term, you can freeze them. This is best done with a sealed container like ziplocks or babyfood jars. When you pull them out, wait until they are thawed before you open them so you minimize condensation on the beans. Try to avoid freezing very dark beans as I've heard the freezing has an adverse effect on the surface oils.
Post by: heedpantsnow on Fri, 05 January 2018, 12:39:54
Then there was an urgent matter with my kids and I walked away for a bit. About 20 minutes later, I realized that I had left the heater on, and ran back down to the kitchen to turn it off. An unfortunate side note is that the overpressure valve on the top was also caked with scale and the pressure had nowhere to release.
Apparantly when I hit the switch to turn off the heater it must have agitated the machine just enough that the top plate, lever, and piston were shot out of the top of the boiler so forcefully that it hit the 10 foot ceiling in my kitchen. It also sprayed boiling water and steam all over me and my kitchen, as far away as our eating area which is 22 feet from where the machine was. My shirt (luckily not my face) was saturated with boiling water and steam, so I quickly tore it off along with the rest of my clothes and stood in our shower with ice cold water on my chest for 30 minutes. I had one or two blisters but the rest is just very red and very painful.
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 05 January 2018, 13:14:32
Do not grind until right before use. For drip/french press, you can use beans 2-12 days post roast. For espresso, 5-14 days.
Ironically, moisture is what will kill your beans and cause them to go stale. Second is excess heat. So....
I certainly don't disagree with this, but sleepy Hoffman doesn't have the motivation to mess with grinding at the wee hours of the morning. :P I just grind for the next couple days at a time. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Also, I had a near miss yesterday with a vintage lever machine I was restoring (a Microcimbali spring lever). Undid the three top nuts holding in the piston, but it wouldn't come out due to scale in the boiler. Put some descaler (have to be careful because it's an aluminum boiler) in the machine filled most of the way up, put on the cap so it wouldn't slosh out and so I could shake it, and flipped on the heater to try to warm it up in there a bit.
Then there was an urgent matter with my kids and I walked away for a bit. About 20 minutes later, I realized that I had left the heater on, and ran back down to the kitchen to turn it off. An unfortunate side note is that the overpressure valve on the top was also caked with scale and the pressure had nowhere to release.
Apparantly when I hit the switch to turn off the heater it must have agitated the machine just enough that the top plate, lever, and piston were shot out of the top of the boiler so forcefully that it hit the 10 foot ceiling in my kitchen. It also sprayed boiling water and steam all over me and my kitchen, as far away as our eating area which is 22 feet from where the machine was. My shirt (luckily not my face) was saturated with boiling water and steam, so I quickly tore it off along with the rest of my clothes and stood in our shower with ice cold water on my chest for 30 minutes. I had one or two blisters but the rest is just very red and very painful.
Holy ****, dude! :O I'm so glad you're alright, that could have been so much worse. :eek:
Post by: Signature on Sat, 06 January 2018, 07:14:53
Do not grind until right before use. For drip/french press, you can use beans 2-12 days post roast. For espresso, 5-14 days.Another tip is to keep the beans away from direct sunlight. The light will stimulate the chemical activity inside the bean, making it go stale quicker
Ironically, moisture is what will kill your beans and cause them to go stale. Second is excess heat. So....
Keep beans that are going to be used soon in an airtight container. Bags are fine, but I got some Airscape canisters on sale last year and I think they are really effective. And pretty.
If you want to keep them long term, you can freeze them. This is best done with a sealed container like ziplocks or babyfood jars. When you pull them out, wait until they are thawed before you open them so you minimize condensation on the beans. Try to avoid freezing very dark beans as I've heard the freezing has an adverse effect on the surface oils.
Post by: ander on Mon, 15 January 2018, 17:49:09
And he's very big on coffee, as you can imagine. A friend of ours went in there to order a bag of beans, but made the mistake of mentioning that he planned to freeze them—and the owner refused to sell to him.
This GH Coffee Exchange of yours seems fun, but I have a question: Unless you live in an actual coffee-producing place like Brazil or Columbia, what's the point of sending coffee from one place to another, when it was sent there from somewhere else in the first place? Because the bag may have the name of your area on it? Does that really have anything to do with the coffee though? Okay, that's three questions.
Post by: Carcharocles on Tue, 16 January 2018, 20:55:52
Another Aeropress, or a Chemex?
My budget is limited, so I can't do anything too fancy.
Post by: ArchDill on Tue, 16 January 2018, 21:34:25
Post by: Carcharocles on Tue, 16 January 2018, 21:38:43
Personally, I recommend their Ethiopian Yirgacheffe. It's our go-to-coffee if we aren't using our local roasterie (which is good but not quite at this company's level.)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 16 January 2018, 21:46:08
Any recommendations on a decent priced coffee that has a very good flavor? I am doing Whole30 so I can only drink my coffee black for the next month.Lavazza Single Origin Kilimanjaro Ground Coffee Blend, Medium Roast, 12-Ounce Bag
I really like this and it's good straight up.
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Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 17 January 2018, 12:43:59
It's coming time to replace our Aeropress, and I'm starting to wonder...
Another Aeropress, or a Chemex?
My budget is limited, so I can't do anything too fancy.
I personally only own an Aeropress, but the feedback I've received from a few people I know that have both is that the Chemex is the winner between the two. Aeropress is obviously very useful in certain circumstances. YMMV, of course, and I'll let others chime in with more detailed responses. ;)
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 17 January 2018, 13:29:47
It's coming time to replace our Aeropress, and I'm starting to wonder...
Another Aeropress, or a Chemex?
My budget is limited, so I can't do anything too fancy.
I like my Chemex more, and it's easier to use for good results. However, the Aeropress is more versatile, and you can take it with you travelling or to an office. If it was me, I would get an Aeropress first and see how you like it. You can always save it for travelling and get a Chemex. Also, I see used Chemexes pop up regular on local CL here in FL.
Any recommendations on a decent priced coffee that has a very good flavor? I am doing Whole30 so I can only drink my coffee black for the next month.
Whole30 was the angriest 2 months of my life. :-X
If you don't have a good burr grinder then there's not much sense in getting great beans. In which case I would go for Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, etc., whatever they have. Try some and see how you like it.
If you do have a good burr grinder, then look at Blue Bottle, Counter Culture, or one of the other nicer boutique roasters out there. Counter Culture's Hama has blown my mind lately, but there are other great roasters out there. Many of them offer free shipping and/or a discount if you get a coffee subscription.
Intelligentsia had a big sale around Black Friday with 20% off and free shipping, so I grabbed a large bag of Black Cat espresso just to keep in the freezer (in small bags) for when I need it.
Post by: dubious on Wed, 17 January 2018, 13:57:38
It's coming time to replace our Aeropress, and I'm starting to wonder...
Another Aeropress, or a Chemex?
My budget is limited, so I can't do anything too fancy.
I love my aeropress w/ss filter, and have basically stopped using every other coffee machine in my house. Chemex is nice when making more than two cups, and will last a lifetime with proper care
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 17 January 2018, 14:09:45
If you don't have a good burr grinder then there's not much sense in getting great beans.
Why do you say this? I have a regular grinder and still have a bean preference. I'm sure the flavor is better with a good grinder, but you're basically saying a non-burr grinder makes all beans taste the same?
/me contemplates how much headpant judges him when he posts in this thread
Post by: heedpantsnow on Wed, 17 January 2018, 14:42:15
If you don't have a good burr grinder then there's not much sense in getting great beans.
Why do you say this? I have a regular grinder and still have a bean preference. I'm sure the flavor is better with a good grinder, but you're basically saying a non-burr grinder makes all beans taste the same?
/me contemplates how much headpant judges him when he posts in this thread
I think everyone should do what they think tastes the best to them. If you like how it tastes with a whirly blade grinder, or a cheaper burr grinder, or even crushing them in the teeth of your pet gator, that's perfectly fine as long as you are happy with the result.
Objectively, the whirly blade grinders (and cheaper burr grinders to a lesser extent) are super inconsistent. There's no way to keep it from whacking the same piece multiple times until it is dust while another piece ends up the size you are after. Proper extraction of the coffee happens at different rates based on the size of the piece of coffee ground, so an inconstant grind will overextract the fine particles and underextract the larger particles if they are exposed to water the same amount of time. However, all that matters is what tastes good to you. I'm pretty happy with my Baratza and Mazzer grinders. Just know that there are folks who spend soooooo much money in the quest to get a perfectly uniform grind with the ideal shaped particles (yes the shape matters too!). They spend thousands on EK and Monolith grinders and then eventually end up with a Titus (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbw83blnb0D/?taken-by=titusgrinding).
Post by: dubious on Wed, 17 January 2018, 14:45:37
If you don't have a good burr grinder then there's not much sense in getting great beans.
Why do you say this? I have a regular grinder and still have a bean preference. I'm sure the flavor is better with a good grinder, but you're basically saying a non-burr grinder makes all beans taste the same?
/me contemplates how much headpant judges him when he posts in this thread
burr grinder will give you more consistency, so you wont randomly get bitter or weak coffee.
Grinding fresh will have the biggest effect on flavor, imho
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 17 January 2018, 15:29:10
If you don't have a good burr grinder then there's not much sense in getting great beans.
Why do you say this? I have a regular grinder and still have a bean preference. I'm sure the flavor is better with a good grinder, but you're basically saying a non-burr grinder makes all beans taste the same?
/me contemplates how much headpant judges him when he posts in this thread
I think everyone should do what they think tastes the best to them. If you like how it tastes with a whirly blade grinder, or a cheaper burr grinder, or even crushing them in the teeth of your pet gator, that's perfectly fine as long as you are happy with the result.
Objectively, the whirly blade grinders (and cheaper burr grinders to a lesser extent) are super inconsistent. There's no way to keep it from whacking the same piece multiple times until it is dust while another piece ends up the size you are after. Proper extraction of the coffee happens at different rates based on the size of the piece of coffee ground, so an inconstant grind will overextract the fine particles and underextract the larger particles if they are exposed to water the same amount of time. However, all that matters is what tastes good to you. I'm pretty happy with my Baratza and Mazzer grinders. Just know that there are folks who spend soooooo much money in the quest to get a perfectly uniform grind with the ideal shaped particles (yes the shape matters too!). They spend thousands on EK and Monolith grinders and then eventually end up with a Titus (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbw83blnb0D/?taken-by=titusgrinding).
Ahh, I understand what you mean now. At some point I really should get a nice burr grinder, it just hasn't been a priority for me yet. Maybe I'll add that to the wedding registry... ;)
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 17 January 2018, 15:35:21
You're eating alot of what I'm guessing is high speed steel.
Even if it's not regular HSS, it's probably still got chromium..
In industrial environments, there's a check.. but when you take these grinders to overseas builders..
Who the hell knows what they're making the blades out of..
Post by: Carcharocles on Wed, 17 January 2018, 18:25:42
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 19 January 2018, 09:59:38
Thanks for all the chiming in, guys. I love my Aeropress, but since it's getting old I'll definitely look into the Chemex. Most of the better baristas here in KC use one anyway, and they give tips out every few months on how to use it on the news.I love my li'l Hario hand-cranker. It was recommended by fellow GHers and was well within my price range. Granted, I'm a manual kind of guy (manual transmission, turntable owner, still use a moka pot for espresso, prefer dice rolls over virtual randomizers) and I've never personally used a high-priced industrial fancy-pants grinder, either. The only negative I've found with the Hario is that the top metal piece over which the crank connects is wearing down. I've used it almost daily for 2 years and I grind my beans fine for espresso so I'm giving it a workout.
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 19 January 2018, 10:11:43
Thanks for all the chiming in, guys. I love my Aeropress, but since it's getting old I'll definitely look into the Chemex. Most of the better baristas here in KC use one anyway, and they give tips out every few months on how to use it on the news.I love my li'l Hario hand-cranker. It was recommended by fellow GHers and was well within my price range. Granted, I'm a manual kind of guy (manual transmission, turntable owner, still use a moka pot for espresso, prefer dice rolls over virtual randomizers) and I've never personally used a high-priced industrial fancy-pants grinder, either. The only negative I've found with the Hario is that the top metal piece over which the crank connects is wearing down. I've used it almost daily for 2 years and I grind my beans fine for espresso so I'm giving it a workout.
I don't see why you can't hook up a Dewalt drill to that..
Ur coffee will come out xtra manly..
hrrrm.. wait, didn't think this through, manly, and then you drink it, and ur a man, and then it's like, man inside man, nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 19 January 2018, 10:16:35
Waaaaaaaay too much manliness!...especially with my man-hands at the helm :pThanks for all the chiming in, guys. I love my Aeropress, but since it's getting old I'll definitely look into the Chemex. Most of the better baristas here in KC use one anyway, and they give tips out every few months on how to use it on the news.I love my li'l Hario hand-cranker. It was recommended by fellow GHers and was well within my price range. Granted, I'm a manual kind of guy (manual transmission, turntable owner, still use a moka pot for espresso, prefer dice rolls over virtual randomizers) and I've never personally used a high-priced industrial fancy-pants grinder, either. The only negative I've found with the Hario is that the top metal piece over which the crank connects is wearing down. I've used it almost daily for 2 years and I grind my beans fine for espresso so I'm giving it a workout.
I don't see why you can't hook up a Dewalt drill to that..
Ur coffee will come out xtra manly..
hrrrm.. wait, didn't think this through, manly, and then you drink it, and ur a man, and then it's like, man inside man, nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 19 January 2018, 10:33:09
Waaaaaaaay too much manliness!...especially with my man-hands at the helm :p
Still..
Give the Dewalt a go.. it's probably better for the crank shaft, because vs manual it won't have any twist, because the dewalt makes for perfect in plane circles.
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 27 April 2018, 20:04:47
Waaaaaaaay too much manliness!...especially with my man-hands at the helm :p
Still..
Give the Dewalt a go.. it's probably better for the crank shaft, because vs manual it won't have any twist, because the dewalt makes for perfect in plane circles.
But then my training regimen would be broken; I grind my bean like the Shaolin monks do.
Seriously--I grind my bean in horse stance every morning.
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Post by: JianYang on Tue, 29 May 2018, 05:37:40
I Honestly don't like the concept of grinding coffee..HSS? No, not likely. It gives no advantages in this environment. It would just be some hardenable steel, perhaps stainless. In the case of a burr grinder, the blades do not really wear, they never touch each other and the beans are not hard enough to wear them in any significant way. Well, at least in such small quantities that the other components in the coffee would get you first...
You're eating alot of what I'm guessing is high speed steel.
Even if it's not regular HSS, it's probably still got chromium..
In industrial environments, there's a check.. but when you take these grinders to overseas builders..
Who the hell knows what they're making the blades out of..
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 03 September 2018, 13:52:37
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Post by: 9999hp on Thu, 06 September 2018, 11:34:48
Can any of you coffee geeks recommend a good Turkish coffee? I have an ibrik like the one pictured and I'm unfamiliar with the ways of brewing it myself. I've always had Turkish coffee at restaurants.
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Always wanted to learn how to make turkish coffee; was just reading about it; think I'm gonna try to make some in a small sauce pan to try it out. Completely heretical, but seems fun.
Post by: smarmar on Mon, 10 September 2018, 12:02:26
I watched my mum brew it once. I just need to make an effort to find properly ground Turkish coffee.Can any of you coffee geeks recommend a good Turkish coffee? I have an ibrik like the one pictured and I'm unfamiliar with the ways of brewing it myself. I've always had Turkish coffee at restaurants.
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Always wanted to learn how to make turkish coffee; was just reading about it; think I'm gonna try to make some in a small sauce pan to try it out. Completely heretical, but seems fun.
Post by: 9999hp on Wed, 12 September 2018, 14:49:00
I watched my mum brew it once. I just need to make an effort to find properly ground Turkish coffee.Can any of you coffee geeks recommend a good Turkish coffee? I have an ibrik like the one pictured and I'm unfamiliar with the ways of brewing it myself. I've always had Turkish coffee at restaurants.
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Always wanted to learn how to make turkish coffee; was just reading about it; think I'm gonna try to make some in a small sauce pan to try it out. Completely heretical, but seems fun.
are the grinders not fine enough at the supermarket? lol
Post by: smarmar on Fri, 14 September 2018, 11:16:07
Actually, probably not.I watched my mum brew it once. I just need to make an effort to find properly ground Turkish coffee.Can any of you coffee geeks recommend a good Turkish coffee? I have an ibrik like the one pictured and I'm unfamiliar with the ways of brewing it myself. I've always had Turkish coffee at restaurants.
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Always wanted to learn how to make turkish coffee; was just reading about it; think I'm gonna try to make some in a small sauce pan to try it out. Completely heretical, but seems fun.
are the grinders not fine enough at the supermarket? lol
Here is a good link to grinding and brewing Turkish coffee: https://coffee-brewing-methods.com/coffee-grinding/best-grinder-for-turkish-coffee/
The beans need to be ground to a powder-like consistency to get a proper brew. It's all extremely scientifical.