First coffee of the new year, getting to open up a gift from my in-laws. I'm a hard shopper, so he says I'm getting coffee every year.
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Let’s talk coffee
- Thread starter jmattbassplaya
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First coffee of the new year, getting to open up a gift from my in-laws. I'm a hard shopper, so he says I'm getting coffee every year.
I made a post here a little while ago saying that I use an Aeropress and that I may buy the Aeropress Premium. I own two different versions of the plastic ones. I also have been using the optional plastic flow control device. I put the stainless steel mesh filter on top of the paper filter, and that setup has worked well for me.
I like the new glass and aluminum premium version.
Aeropress claims that the flow control device is compatible with the Premium, but there may be a newer version of the flow control device that is compatible with the premium model because after trying that setup a couple times I find that it leaks around the interface between the flow control device and the glass chamber.
I now just use the technique of letting some water dribble through while I stir the water/coffee mixture in the chamber, and then insert the plunger just enough to stop the dripping to give some time to extract enough to suit my taste. I like that I am not exposing the hot water to any plastic materials.
The only complaint that I have is the same as the other ones, and that is that I would like the volume of the chamber to be slightly larger like the plastic XL model, which I don't own.
The bottom line is that I would recommend the premium, and also would advise that if you buy the premium, you might as well buy the stand as well.
I have ordered the stand, and expect it to be here today.
I like the new glass and aluminum premium version.
Aeropress claims that the flow control device is compatible with the Premium, but there may be a newer version of the flow control device that is compatible with the premium model because after trying that setup a couple times I find that it leaks around the interface between the flow control device and the glass chamber.
I now just use the technique of letting some water dribble through while I stir the water/coffee mixture in the chamber, and then insert the plunger just enough to stop the dripping to give some time to extract enough to suit my taste. I like that I am not exposing the hot water to any plastic materials.
The only complaint that I have is the same as the other ones, and that is that I would like the volume of the chamber to be slightly larger like the plastic XL model, which I don't own.
The bottom line is that I would recommend the premium, and also would advise that if you buy the premium, you might as well buy the stand as well.
I have ordered the stand, and expect it to be here today.
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The Aeropress is a sweet bit of engineering.
Be sure and share some pics of that set-up once you have it up and running.
-Mike
Be sure and share some pics of that set-up once you have it up and running.
-Mike
During my winter break from outdoor roasting I’m trying Mayorga’s Mayan Blend. At first I was underwhelmed because it’s so right down the middle, flavor-wise and character-wise. But after a couple weeks I really like it. It’s forgiving and versatile….comes out consistently drinkable with a moka pot, Aeropress, and French press.
That's an interesting combo for a blend. I can see that being just how you described it. Africans always went well with Central Americans from my experience when blending.
-Mike
-Mike
JazznFunk
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I get my coffee shipped from Porto Rico Importing Co. out of NYC. Cost wise, it's not much more expensive than buying a pound of coffee locally. A buddy brought some from the shop back to me 25 years ago when I was in college and I was hooked. The French Italian Espresso is some of the best I've ever had. I finally got to stop in the original Bleecker St location (open since 1907!) back in July when we traveled there to see family in the City. It was like a coffee lover's pilgrimage!
I'm actually trying to cut back on coffee, the past week and change was going pretty well but today I was just to tired.
Don't get me wrong, there are worse things than coffee to have a lot of, but it's good to keep stuff under control.
It's great hearing about your exploits though!
Don't get me wrong, there are worse things than coffee to have a lot of, but it's good to keep stuff under control.
It's great hearing about your exploits though!
JazznFunk
Supporting Member
I feel this. I'm down to 2 cups a day at this point. Way better than it used to be!
Moderation is key. I drink coffee purely for the flavor. I don't like the highs and lows from caffeine. When I have a cup of coffee, maybe 2-3 times a week, no more than 12 ounces. When it's my cold brew, one to three ounces are plenty.
-Mike
-Mike
A travel mug of coffee is my companion (along with an audiobook or podcast) on my drive to work. I usually finish it on that 1 hour drive. That mug is my sole, caffeinated cup of the day. I will usually have 2 more cups in the day of a decaf coffee. One issue for me is that caffeine can impair absorption of vitamin D. This makes me exhausted and the body doesn't function well.
Similar to Mike, I drink coffee for the taste and experience of the brew, not necessarily for the caffeine, although that does help at my 5 am travel time.
Similar to Mike, I drink coffee for the taste and experience of the brew, not necessarily for the caffeine, although that does help at my 5 am travel time.
I'm not very knowledgeable on these things, but have been loving a blend of 2 parts Kona, 1 part Sumatra, and 1 part Columbian. I'm addicted, need cup first thing EVERY morning, lol. I then have a 2nd cup at home, then roll with #3 to work.... I'm a half and half lover, no sugar, ever. Very much dislike sweet coffee, but love a good coffee milkshake, dang i'm weird, lol
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Only buy good coffee. It’s probably not sold in a supermarket. Find a place that can make custom blends out of beans they grind fresh for you. Secondly, I use a drip coffee make, but using a percolator allows you expose the grounds to hot water for a longer time, hence a more flavorful brew and use less coffee.
Over the years, I have a fondness for the German dark roast sold at Aldis as we don’t have a coffee store nearby where you can buy fresh ground coffee.
My wife has a friend that buys green Colombian coffee beans , roasts them in a popcorn roaster, then grinds them. Probably as good of a cup of coffee as I ever have had.
I have the Bialetti set and make Cuban coffee occasionally when I need a jolt. Had a French press, was fine till I got bored with it And I'll have espresso in good Italian restaurants, but not investing in a home machine.
So, it's down to me, my Bunn coffee maker, and Community Signature dark roast. Evidently, hillbillies ain't much for Louisiana coffee, so the Publix stores run it on the Buy One/Get One all the time, proof that The Almighty likes me.
So, it's down to me, my Bunn coffee maker, and Community Signature dark roast. Evidently, hillbillies ain't much for Louisiana coffee, so the Publix stores run it on the Buy One/Get One all the time, proof that The Almighty likes me.
Whole bean "fair trade" direct from the farmers collectives, prefer light to medium roast, mostly central and south American varietals, a few from the far east (Sumatran Telong is a fave). Fresh ground and pressed in my aeropress. Best coffee I've ever had.
I am a noted philistine, but these Costco beans have become my default, with a Hario Switch immersion/dripper.
Nice to see that so many of us who love basses share passion for coffee too. I am espresso addict and like Lavazza super crema.
I make two kinds of coffee that I am particularly proud of. I’m going to tell you about both of them right now:
- Coffee maker. I do not buy Folgers or Maxwell house. Instead I purchase a nice imported Colombian for twice the price. It is well worth it. No special secret to how you place the grounds in the filter and pour water in the reservoir. But immediately afterwards I had a sprinkling of nutmeg and cinnamon. Delicious.
- Espresso machine. I received a small Braun espresso machine in 1995. I still have it; it still works. At the time I loved Starbucks latte. But they were very expensive, so I launched on a quest to learn how to make a Starbucks latte. I spoke to Starbucks employees about how and what they did and why. When I was said and done, and after trying many cheaper versions, I started buying from the source: Starbucks espresso roast whole coffee beans. I had them grind it for free to a fine espresso consistency. Setting number two on their grinder if you are curious, just above a Turkish press. I frothed and steamed a stainless steel cup full of whole milk. In the end I settled on a double shot of espresso. That’s just me. I like it strong. It tasted just like a Starbucks latte.
I used to take packets of instant coffee and pack a lot with it like dip.I use Trader Joe's instant coffee.
It kept you going when you needed to.
