West Coast Roasting Company

[_Smitty_]

For the unaware, this is a mom/pop coffee company owned/operated by poison...

Ordered a pound each of the Ethiopian and the Guatemalan as a little birthday surprise for the special lady friend, who's a coffee connoisseur. Order shipped from CA to MA in two days... Contents smell phenomenal, and I could tell by palming the bags that the beans were extremely fresh and still oily.

poison helped through PM and answered a couple of questions for me so I could choose the right beans for her, so I just wanted to draw some attention to the company itself, as well as the customer service.

Have to hold off on brewing the first cup 'til the 23rd, but I'm looking forward to it... Will happily supply reviews of each.

[schizm76]

Great stuff here!

http://www.wcrcompany.com/

In for support :)

[Illadelphia]

[Earlier post deleted] Smits, being as the Kona is out of stock, understandable for this season, I'd make a similar order. I'm in the need of a few lbs as the reserves from *bucks are almost gone.

[_Smitty_]

[Earlier post deleted] Smits, being as the Kona is out of stock, understandable for this season, I'd make a similar order. I'm in the need of a few lbs as the reserves from *bucks are almost gone.

Will text following first sip. Think I'm going for the Guatemalan first, via French press.

[placebro]

Back when I was picking beans in Guatemala, we used to make fresh coffee, right off the trees I mean. That was good. This is **** but, hey, I'm in a bodybuilding forum.

[laneanders]

Back when I was picking beans in Guatemala, we used to make fresh coffee, right off the trees I mean. That was good. This is **** but, hey, I'm in a bodybuilding forum.

I used to be in a barbershop quartet in Skokie, Illinois. The baritone was this guy named Kip Diskin, big fat guy, I mean, like, orca fat. He was so stressed in the morning...

Aside from quoting one of my favorite movies, this thread is relevant to my interests. Why you no plug your company Poison? I am a big fan of some gourmet coffee.

[Starkk]

I prefer the term Freedom Press

[_Smitty_]

I prefer the term Freedom Press

What year is this?

[COUNTRYMIKE]

For the unaware, this is a mom/pop coffee company owned/operated by poison...

Ordered a pound each of the Ethiopian and the Guatemalan as a little birthday surprise for the special lady friend, who's a coffee connoisseur. Order shipped from CA to MA in two days... Contents smell phenomenal, and I could tell by palming the bags that the beans were extremely fresh and still oily.

poison helped through PM and answered a couple of questions for me so I could choose the right beans for her, so I just wanted to draw some attention to the company itself, as well as the customer service.

Have to hold off on brewing the first cup 'til the 23rd, but I'm looking forward to it... Will happily supply reviews of each.I love doing this late at night when I'm thinking of you Smitty..

[poison]

Wow, this is unexpected, ha. I'm glad you got the coffee OK, smitty....my suggestion is Ethiopia. I'm in love with that stuff. :D

I've been roasting for 8 years now. I apprenticed with a master roaster for 2 years, and have had my own business going for 5 years or so. I don't mention it here because it's not a coffee forum (though coffee IS the original preworkout :D ). But smitty let the cat out of the bag now, I guess. My day job, I'm a bodyguard for Hollywood celebrities, but I dream of beans. You ever see The Rundown, with The Rock? He's sitting in front of a mansion in his pickup, listening to a cooking show on AM radio, taking notes about chantrelle mushrooms or something, then it pans out and becomes apparently he's a bodyguard, sitting outside some rich guys house. That's me, except I'm smaller, poorer, and less handsome. ;) I roast ever batch to order, and send it out by 2 Day USPS. I'm buying beans other roasters won't even think of buying, cost 2-4 times what most roasters use.

I've answered a LOT of questions in the misc about coffee gear. If anyone needs a new machine or grinder, etc, just ask. I don't sell it, but know what's good.

[VPX_Sports]

Wow, this is unexpected, ha. I'm glad you got the coffee OK, smitty....my suggestion is Ethiopia. I'm in love with that stuff. :D

I've been roasting for 8 years now. I apprenticed with a master roaster for 2 years, and have had my own business going for 5 years or so. I don't mention it here because it's not a coffee forum (though coffee IS the original preworkout :D ). But smitty let the cat out of the bag now, I guess. My day job, I'm a bodyguard for Hollywood celebrities, but I dream of beans. You ever see The Rundown, with The Rock? He's sitting in front of a mansion in his pickup, listening to a cooking show on AM radio, taking notes about chantrelle mushrooms or something, then it pans out and becomes apparently he's a bodyguard, sitting outside some rich guys house. That's me, except I'm smaller, poorer, and less handsome. ;) I roast ever batch to order, and send it out by 2 Day USPS. I'm buying beans other roasters won't even think of buying, cost 2-4 times what most roasters use.

I've answered a LOT of questions in the misc about coffee gear. If anyone needs a new machine or grinder, etc, just ask. I don't sell it, but know what's good.

Is this real life? Sounds more like an underground drug syndicate

[Starkk]

That's pretty crazy, because I, too, am a bodyguard for Hollywood celebrities. Only I am handsome and muscular as well, so it's pretty glamorous, all things considered.

I don't know **** about coffee though

[poison]

Is this real life? Sounds more like an underground drug syndicate

Would you like to try my best colombian? ;)

Starkk, my day job sucks. I'm a glorified nanny (for kids and adults), and concierge. It's just customer service, with muscle. I draw the line at changing diapers.

[Illadelphia]

Will text following first sip. Think I'm going for the Guatemalan first, via French press. What kind of burr grinder do you have?

[placebro]

Starkk, my day job sucks.

having a rough day, bro?

I know something that would make you.... FEEL GOOD

Guess what it is?


GUESS WHAT IT IS!!


DONT MAKE ME POST THE ****ING INGREDIENT PANEL BRO




What kind of burr grinder do you have?

the only time I use my burr grinder to swim

[Illadelphia]

having a rough day, bro?

I know something that would make you.... FEEL GOOD

Guess what it is?


GUESS WHAT IT IS!!


DONT MAKE ME POST THE ****ING INGREDIENT PANEL BRO lUlzzzzz

[poison]

What kind of burr grinder do you have?

What kind of grinder do YOU have? :D

[placebro]

gZi_cW0bZJk

[poison]

having a rough day, bro?

I know something that would make you.... FEEL GOOD

Guess what it is?


GUESS WHAT IT IS!!


DONT MAKE ME POST THE ****ING INGREDIENT PANEL BRO

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=137389893

:D;)

[Supplement-Slut]

*Analogy time
Smits= _Smitty_
SAN rep= poison
West Coast Roasting Company coffee= poison #2
Dr. Feel Good= Rohypnol

A long time BB member known around here as Smits is a kind and caring gentleman. Unbeknownst to his lady friend, he surprises her with some of the best coffee known to mankind for her Bday- West Coast Roasting Company. A very convincing SAN rep persuaded Smits into buying this with his deception and pimpery. This SAN rep then slipped a Dr. Feel Good into both parties' coffee drinks....and well....if you have a dirty mind you can imagine what happened from there.

[poison]

It's actually all Genomyx' fault.

[Mr.Cooper69]

Would you like to try my best colombian? ;)

Starkk, my day job sucks. I'm a glorified nanny (for kids and adults), and concierge. It's just customer service, with muscle. I draw the line at changing diapers. The Pacifier starring Poison

[_Smitty_]

What kind of burr grinder do you have?

Nothing spectacular, just an old Cuisinart that I haven't used in ages.


*Analogy time
Smits= _Smitty_
SAN rep= poison
West Coast Roasting Company coffee= poison #2
Dr. Feel Good= Rohypnol

A long time BB member known around here as Smits is a kind and caring gentleman. Unbeknownst to his lady friend, he surprises her with some of the best coffee known to mankind for her Bday- West Coast Roasting Company. A very convincing SAN rep persuaded Smits into buying this with his deception and pimpery. This SAN rep then slipped a Dr. Feel Good into both parties' coffee drinks....and well....if you have a dirty mind you can imagine what happened from there.

I awoke with slits in my dick and they smell of Breakfast Blend Folgers. :(


It's actually all Genomyx' fault.

Technically, it was Matt's posts on FB that sent me your way.

[TMac26]

I still got 10lbs of malabar gold (kona) so good.


Gonna have to look into some of this.

[placebro]

mix them with a scoop of Big Blend White Chocolate or Vanilla Cappuccino (srs)

[poison]

I still got 10lbs of malabar gold (kona) so good.


Gonna have to look into some of this.

Malabar Gold is Indian coffee. ;)

[Tyler44]

Do your beans have any other uses? Im not good with coffee

[TMac26]

Malabar Gold is Indian coffee. ;)



I seriously thought it was a brand of kona.

I didn't buy it online, got it from my pops he buys green beans and roasts them himself. He sent me some about a month ago.

[poison]

Do your beans have any other uses? Im not good with coffee Everyone likes coffee, some people just don't know it yet.

But sure, it makes great gifts, SO's love it, it calms adhd peeps sometimes, it can make your car smell nice if you leave the bag inside, and a bag of beans can always serve as a bookend or doorstop.

[poison]

I seriously thought it was a brand of kona.

I didn't buy it online, got it from my pops he buys green beans and roasts them himself. He sent me some about a month ago.

It's actually a blend of Indian and other beans, trademarked by Dr Josuma, up in Menlo Park. It's very low-toned, sweet, and unique, very different flavor profile.

[TMac26]

It's actually a blend of Indian and other beans, trademarked by Dr Josuma, up in Menlo Park. It's very low-toned, sweet, and unique, very different flavor profile.



All I know is that I love it. It's like crack.

[Tyler44]

Everyone likes coffee, some people just don't know it yet.

But sure, it makes great gifts, SO's love it, it calms adhd peeps sometimes, it can make your car smell nice if you leave the bag inside, and a bag of beans can always serve as a bookend or doorstop.

Do you have a 10% off code? I'll be awaiting back to school sales

[Illadelphia]

What kind of grinder do YOU have? :D


http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_E2q31MTRkFs/TFIKTrU1_HI/AAAAAAAAAAU/1Ptk6VraSE0/s1600/Photo0066.jpg

[poison]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_E2q31MTRkFs/TFIKTrU1_HI/AAAAAAAAAAU/1Ptk6VraSE0/s1600/Photo0066.jpg

Baller. :p very nice. You brew espresso?

[laneanders]

Poison I'm going to need samples of all your goods and I will write reviews ok thanks bye.

[poison]

My minimum batch size is 1lb, so because I roast each batch to order, samples are an issue. It has been done, though. ;)

[Illadelphia]

Baller. :p very nice. You brew espresso?



Occasionally. I ran a Starbucks for a few months but I didn't like their reg bean coffees as much as the considerably more expensive reserves.

Their KONA was my favorite but the Columbian Aesopia and the Peru were my cheaper reserve preferences.

They make a blend called Casa Cielo that is in my humble opinion the best coffee Ive ever had.

Our petty differences aside, I'll be placing an order with wcr soon. I'm not big on African blends as they often get too tart and you almost HAVE to have a citrusy accompaniment to pair with it, I'll give the ethiopia a try as well. I find Kenya makes a great iced coffee, but as I said African coffees just aren't my forte.

[poison]

Occasionally. I ran a Starbucks for a few months but I didn't like their reg bean coffees as much as the considerably more expensive reserves.

Wow, nice. That's an interesting operation to run. I wish I had that experience, actually. As far as their reserve stuff, you are right, it is good. I was in a Starbucks a few years back, and looked at the reserve blend; it was $20-something for 12 oz. It was also the exact Costa Rica I had at that exact time, for $16 for a full lb. But mine didn't come in a pretty black Moroccan-looking paper cutout box. ;) Anyway, all my coffees are 'reserve' level, or much, much higher.

Their KONA was my favorite but the Columbian Aesopia and the Peru were my cheaper reserve preferences.


They make a blend called Casa Cielo that is in my humble opinion the best coffee Ive ever had.

Our petty differences aside, I'll be placing an order with wcr soon. I'm not big on African blends as they often get too tart and you almost HAVE to have a citrusy accompaniment to pair with it, I'll give the ethiopia a try as well. I find Kenya makes a great iced coffee, but as I said African coffees just aren't my forte. I used to think the same as you about African coffees, specifically Kenya. Then I had a good Kenya. Seriously, I guarantee you'll like Kenya once I get my hands on some. It's all in the beans, and roast. Kenyas I buy cost nearly $10/lb green, unroasted, and I simply roast better. My Kenyas sell out fast. I'm just an African coffee whore: Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Kenya, you name it, I love em. My current Ethiopia just tickles me to death, I freaking love it. I'd buy 5 more bags if I could afford to.

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[skier!]

Poison, are you in the Silicon Valley area?

People I work with rave about this place: http://www.philzcoffee.com/

[Illadelphia]

Poison, are you in the Silicon Valley area?

People I work with rave about this place: http://www.philzcoffee.com/


Phil is apparently stoned charging $120 a lb for Jamaican blue mountain..

[laneanders]

Phil is apparently stoned charging $120 a lb for Jamaican blue mountain..

I saw that, I'm by no means a coffee connoisseur, but that seems pricey to me lol. Poison I'll definitely be buying from you after the wedding, funds are all tapped for the moment. Apparently women are expensive...who knew.

[placebro]

I'd pay $120 a lb if it was laced with hallucinogens.

[laneanders]

I'd pay $120 a lb if it was laced with hallucinogens.

Would depend on what kind of hallucinogens I suppose.

[poison]

Poison, are you in the Silicon Valley area?

People I work with rave about this place: http://www.philzcoffee.com/

I grew up there, but I'm in LA now. Philz has a strong following, but he's not even on the radar of good SF coffee. Places like Sightglass, Ritual, 4 Barrel, Blue Bottle, Barefoot (santa clara), Verve (Santa Cruz), all are leagues beyond.


Phil is apparently stoned charging $120 a lb for Jamaican blue mountain..

I'm not sure what current market value is on that. The guy I apprenticed with ponied up for a barrel every Christmas, and sold it for $68/lb, iirc. I was never impressed by it, not even close. A $20 Cup of Excellence level coffee from El Salvador, or anywhere, will blow it away. My Kona is $35/lb, and it's sublime: hand grown on 5 acres by a husband and wife, chemical free, shade grown, bird friendly, and outstandingly good. If you guys want some, I can order some.


I saw that, I'm by no means a coffee connoisseur, but that seems pricey to me lol. Poison I'll definitely be buying from you after the wedding, funds are all tapped for the moment. Apparently women are expensive...who knew.

Better yet, have the catering company use my beans. :D

[Illadelphia]

That is an insane price for KONA. I'd be happy to grab some from you in the future. Even fivebucks had their 1/2lb at $24.50 so with 30% off I was only paying a fee more bucks than that.

Imo the Arokara (getting hints of green bell pepper) and the Indonesian blue java (just overall tasty) were the best purchases I made upon looking back:

http://www.starbucks.com/coffee/starbucks-reserve-coffee

If you can match or exceed these I'll have no reason to purchase elsewhere.

[rhadam]

Poison, are we seriously discussing 20$ cups of coffee?

That's insane lol. Better be damn good :p

[poison]

That is an insane price for KONA. I'd be happy to grab some from you in the future. Even fivebucks had their 1/2lb at $24.50 so with 30% off I was only paying a fee more bucks than that.

Imo the Arokara (getting hints of green bell pepper) and the Indonesian blue java (just overall tasty) were the best purchases I made upon looking back:

http://www.starbucks.com/coffee/starbucks-reserve-coffee

If you can match or exceed these I'll have no reason to purchase elsewhere.

I can, and do. I'll go so far as to say I can compete with ANY roaster, anywhere (not surpass, maybe, but play in the same field). If you knew how I do what I do, you'd laugh. I have a ghetto-ass roaster.

BTW, Starbucks has the capability to roast as good as anyone else, they just don't...it's not their business model, which hinges on quantity, not supreme quality. I am 180 degrees the opposite.


Poison, are we seriously discussing 20$ cups of coffee?

That's insane lol. Better be damn good :p

No, $20/lb. Kopi Luwak is $10-20/cup.

[allieninja]

Interesting. I think I'll be hitting you up for some advice and purchases around the holidays.

[laneanders]

I grew up there, but I'm in LA now. Philz has a strong following, but he's not even on the radar of good SF coffee. Places like Sightglass, Ritual, 4 Barrel, Blue Bottle, Barefoot (santa clara), Verve (Santa Cruz), all are leagues beyond.



I'm not sure what current market value is on that. The guy I apprenticed with ponied up for a barrel every Christmas, and sold it for $68/lb, iirc. I was never impressed by it, not even close. A $20 Cup of Excellence level coffee from El Salvador, or anywhere, will blow it away. My Kona is $35/lb, and it's sublime: hand grown on 5 acres by a husband and wife, chemical free, shade grown, bird friendly, and outstandingly good. If you guys want some, I can order some.



Better yet, have the catering company use my beans. :D

Would look in to that, but most of the beverages are going to be alcoholic. We're a boozing bunch over here, the kids will be drinking sparkling apple juice apparently. I didn't have much say in this except what kind of booze I wanted specifically.


I can, and do. I'll go so far as to say I can compete with ANY roaster, anywhere (not surpass, maybe, but play in the same field). If you knew how I do what I do, you'd laugh. I have a ghetto-ass roaster.

BTW, Starbucks has the capability to roast as good as anyone else, they just don't...it's not their business model, which hinges on quantity, not supreme quality. I am 180 degrees the opposite.



No, $20/lb. Kopi Luwak is $10-20/cup.

Is that the stuff from Bucket List? The stuff that some animal eats and craps out, and then it gets brewed? Lol, I'll pass on them beans :p

[DanND33]

But sure, it makes great gifts, SO's love it, it calms adhd peeps sometimes, it can make your car smell nice if you leave the bag inside, and a bag of beans can always serve as a bookend or doorstop.this is relevant to my interests

will take a look at the site and see if something catches my fancy

[dsade]

I got hooked on West Coast Roasting when I picked up the Costa Rican. The current Guatemalan is fantastic! and I've almost worked my way through my last order.

French Press is the way to go.

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/West-Coast-Roasting-Company/167594755668 - this is where I get the word what new coffees are coming in. Gonna grab some of the new Columbian right now!

[dsade]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/183386_10150091829570669_167594755668_6321010_7897 213_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/183228_10150091829430669_167594755668_6321008_6110 143_n.jpg

These pictures are second in coolness only to a freshly poured proper pint of Guinness.

[DanND33]

hey poison, so what would be a good starter to try? I'm a complete noob to all this stuff but I want to try something interesting/different...

[poison]

Interesting. I think I'll be hitting you up for some advice and purchases around the holidays.

A lot or people do this, December is my best month. I can definitely advise on grinder and bbrewing equipment purchases, as well.



Is that the stuff from Bucket List? The stuff that some animal eats and craps out, and then it gets brewed? Lol, I'll pass on them beans :p

That's the stuff! :D One day I'll try em, but I'm not shelling out $150/lb for green poop beans, and the one local cafe that carries them does not have a roast date on the bag. It'll have to be roasted by a pro in front of my eyes to justify the $16/cup, I ain't paying that for stale **** (literally).


I got hooked on West Coast Roasting when I picked up the Costa Rican. The current Guatemalan is fantastic! and I've almost worked my way through my last order.

French Press is the way to go.

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/West-Coast-Roasting-Company/167594755668 - this is where I get the word what new coffees are coming in. Gonna grab some of the new Columbian right now!

Glad you like it, dsade. :) The Guat is nearly gone.


These pictures are second in coolness only to a freshly poured proper pint of Guinness.

I know, sexy, huh? :p Those were taken on an Astra machine that I borrowed to feel out, from the manufacturer. Beautiful machine, amazing quality.


hey poison, so what would be a good starter to try? I'm a complete noob to all this stuff but I want to try something interesting/different...

Colombia or Sumatra, I'd say. :)

[_Smitty_]

Guatemala (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/guatemala/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

Deer lord is this smooth... I don't normally drink coffee black (usually add some cream), but I wanted to give this a fair shot and not mask/saturate any flavor. Now, I'm not the kind of coffee drinker that uses words like "pop" or "note" or "bright"; top of the line for me is Dunkin Donuts. While the Guatemalan isn't nearly as strong (caffeine-wise), it's certainly far more flavorful.

There is a very subtle (and almost undetectable to me) fruit-like flavor as it sits on the tongue... It seems very naturally sweet, but not overwhelmingly so.

First experience is extremely pleasant... I can't get over how smooth this is.

Will try the Ethiopia tomorrow and report back.

[terminator6600]

This thread is immensely relevant to my interests.

Fighting to drink the poor excuse for coffee that the Navy serves us made me invest in a good French press, mini grinder, and a couple lbs of beans for my deployment (mostly Silver Canyon Coffee, pretty good roaster out of CO, my home state.) I really got into coffee and have been to some cuppings around the Norfolk area, but are unfortunately few and far between. Once I get back from deployment and get settled in an apartment I'm looking at acquiring an espresso machine. I'd love to have a La Marzocco machine but the GS3 is too pricey and the Linea is too big..

Awesome to know we've got a coffee culture in the supp misc, and even more awesome poison is a roaster. I love Ethiopian, Kenyan AA, Guatemalan, and Brazilian coffee. Definitely looking forward to trying West Coast's range of coffees. :D

Can you ship to FPO/APO, poison? If not it's cool, might be better to wait until I get back stateside anyways since it takes weeks to get mail.

[Illadelphia]

Guatemala (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/guatemala/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

Deer lord is this smooth... I don't normally drink coffee black (usually add some cream), but I wanted to give this a fair shot and not mask/saturate any flavor. Now, I'm not the kind of coffee drinker that uses words like "pop" or "note" or "bright"; top of the line for me is Dunkin Donuts. While the Guatemalan isn't nearly as strong (caffeine-wise), it's certainly far more flavorful.

There is a very subtle (and almost undetectable to me) fruit-like flavor as it sits on the tongue... It seems very naturally sweet, but not overwhelmingly so.

First experience is extremely pleasant... I can't get over how smooth this is.

Will try the Ethiopia tomorrow and report back.


Dasani is philly tap water you uninformed snob :D

[_Smitty_]

Dasani is philly tap water you uninformed snob :D

Where can I purchase NY tap water?

I'll ask Staten |slandman.

[Illadelphia]

Where can I purchase NY tap water?

I'll ask Staten |slandman.

Speaking of, I need a new french press

[slimwealthy1]

I started drinking coffee about 6 months ago. I drink ****ty Folgers at work because it's free and Dunkin' Donuts on the weekends. It takes me about 8 weeks to go through a pound at home so I'm looking to splurge. Which coffee tastes best straight? I enjoy Hazelnut more than any other flavor.

[_Smitty_]

Speaking of, I need a new french press

I'm going to seek one out after work today. If you have any brand recommendations, I'm all ears... We have a decent one at home, but it's good for only a single cup, so I had to go through the process twice this morning so we could each have some.

[Illadelphia]

I started drinking coffee about 6 months ago. I drink ****ty Folgers at work because it's free and Dunkin' Donuts on the weekends. It takes me about 8 weeks to go through a pound at home so I'm looking to splurge. Which coffee tastes best straight? I enjoy Hazelnut more than any other flavor.

You want to go with a coffee providing hazelnut notes, not a hazelnut coffee. Many times that is done with cheap flavoring, which really pulls away from the beans, i.e wawa.

[Illadelphia]

I'm going to seek one out after work today. If you have any brand recommendations, I'm all ears... We have a decent one at home, but it's good for only a single cup, so I had to go through the process twice this morning so we could each have some.

Posion could probably offer his opinion as well, but Bodum is very quality imo: http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-1928-16US6-Chambord-Coffee-Press/dp/B00005LM0S%3FSubscriptionId%3D14H876SFAKFS0EHBYQ02 %26tag%3Dhubpages-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165 953%26creativeASIN%3DB00005LM0S

[slimwealthy1]

You want to go with a coffee providing hazelnut notes, not a hazelnut coffee. Many times that is done with cheap flavoring, which really pulls away from the beans, i.e wawa.

what type of coffee has hazelnut notes?

[terminator6600]

I'm going to seek one out after work today. If you have any brand recommendations, I'm all ears... We have a decent one at home, but it's good for only a single cup, so I had to go through the process twice this morning so we could each have some.

Mine is made by BonJour... it's four cups, nice thick Pyrex glass, easy to clean, and was about $25. You should be able to find them at places like Target, Williams-Sonoma, perhaps Crate and Barrel. I like to go to the little, local cookware places first though... might be a couple bucks more but always good to support small business.

EDIT: I see Illidelphia beat me to it.. Bodum is also a great brand.. probably the most synonymous with coffee presses, but you pay a little more for the name. They make a nifty vacuum pot that I've always wanted too.

[poison]

Guatemala (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/guatemala/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

Deer lord is this smooth... I don't normally drink coffee black (usually add some cream), but I wanted to give this a fair shot and not mask/saturate any flavor. Now, I'm not the kind of coffee drinker that uses words like "pop" or "note" or "bright"; top of the line for me is Dunkin Donuts. While the Guatemalan isn't nearly as strong (caffeine-wise), it's certainly far more flavorful.

There is a very subtle (and almost undetectable to me) fruit-like flavor as it sits on the tongue... It seems very naturally sweet, but not overwhelmingly so.

First experience is extremely pleasant... I can't get over how smooth this is.

Will try the Ethiopia tomorrow and report back.

Nice! Curious to hear how the ethiopia is. It's my personal favorite.


This thread is immensely relevant to my interests.

Fighting to drink the poor excuse for coffee that the Navy serves us made me invest in a good French press, mini grinder, and a couple lbs of beans for my deployment (mostly Silver Canyon Coffee, pretty good roaster out of CO, my home state.) I really got into coffee and have been to some cuppings around the Norfolk area, but are unfortunately few and far between. Once I get back from deployment and get settled in an apartment I'm looking at acquiring an espresso machine. I'd love to have a La Marzocco machine but the GS3 is too pricey and the Linea is too big..

While La Marzocco's are nice, spending $7k on a home machine is just crazy. I would either choose a Vivaldi dual boiler, or Astra E61 (Pro or Gourmet). We'll talk about it more. :D


Awesome to know we've got a coffee culture in the supp misc, and even more awesome poison is a roaster. I love Ethiopian, Kenyan AA, Guatemalan, and Brazilian coffee. Definitely looking forward to trying West Coast's range of coffees. :D

Can you ship to FPO/APO, poison? If not it's cool, might be better to wait until I get back stateside anyways since it takes weeks to get mail.

I ship to APO's all the time. I'm a member on a SpecOps forum, and they've been VERY good customers, just sent to Kabul last week.

BTW, I donate $.25/lb to the International Medical Corps.

[_Smitty_]

Posion could probably offer his opinion as well, but Bodum is very quality imo:

Okay, cool... I was looking at that brand (and actually that one). They sell them at Target.

[Illadelphia]

what type of coffee has hazelnut notes?

Alot of ethopian coffees will yield a toasted hazelnut flavor. It's delicate though, so if you're looking for a hazelnut coffee creamer flavor, then buy coffeemate.

[terminator6600]

While La Marzocco's are nice, spending $7k on a home machine is just crazy. I would either choose a Vivaldi dual boiler, or Astra E61 (Pro or Gourmet). We'll talk about it more. :D

One can dream, right? ;) Sounds like a plan...



I ship to APO's all the time. I'm a member on a SpecOps forum, and they've been VERY good customers, just sent to Kabul last week.

BTW, I donate $.25/lb to the International Medical Corps.

Awesome!! We're in the neighborhood (on an aircraft carrier)... definitely will have to put in an order. In for nomz! :D

[poison]

I'm going to seek one out after work today. If you have any brand recommendations, I'm all ears... We have a decent one at home, but it's good for only a single cup, so I had to go through the process twice this morning so we could each have some.


Posion could probably offer his opinion as well, but Bodum is very quality imo: http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-1928-16US6-Chambord-Coffee-Press/dp/B00005LM0S%3FSubscriptionId%3D14H876SFAKFS0EHBYQ02 %26tag%3Dhubpages-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165 953%26creativeASIN%3DB00005LM0S

Bodum is awesome. I love FP, but the problem I have is that they cool really quickly. You can buy the double walled stainless Bodum, but it's like $80 or something. I generally recommend the Bodum travel press:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000F3NQG2/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_2?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0002XCIZU&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0SM86XBN46ATWV3C4JDS

No need to drink out of it, it just works great for brewing hot.

I personally just grind a bit finer than for FP, put the grounds in the cup, pour hot water over, stir, settle, enjoy. No need for an $80 brewing apparatus, and that's how pro's cup anyway.

The clever dripper is a REALLY neat idea. It's a cone filter, with a valve on the bottom. Put the paper filter in, grounds, pour water over, but leave it sitting on the countertop. The valve keeps the water from flowing through, so you get 3-4 minutes of steep time, but opens when you set it on the cup.

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=clever+dripper&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=7963208379&ref=pd_sl_49yaxng4zp_e

The Aeropress is fun too, but not my favorite brew method. Worth checking out if you want a latte-ish drink with lots of milk, as it brews very strong.

http://www.amazon.com/Aerobie-AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso-Maker/dp/B0047BIWSK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1314110247&sr=8-1

[poison]

Alot of ethopian coffees will yield a toasted hazelnut flavor. It's delicate though, so if you're looking for a hazelnut coffee creamer flavor, then buy coffeemate.

Bingo. If you want a flavor in your coffee, like blueberry pumpkin spice :shudder:, buy a flavored creamer, or Torani syrup, and add it yourself after brewing. No one flavors ultra-high quality coffee; why would I, if all you're going to tastes is the flavoring, and not the delicate notes of the bean itself?

A good Guat, or Costa Rican can have pretty strong nuttiness to it, but it always varies.

[kerplunk]

I WILL!!! be making a purchase.

[_Smitty_]

Ethiopia (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/ethiopian/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

This tastes very good... After reading the write-up on the WCR page, I was expecting a slight blueberry taste/aroma, but this is more prominent than I had anticipated. I can't catch a scent of it, but once it hits the tongue, it's very obvious.

Not as smooth as the Guatemalan, but much stronger despite using the same water:grounds ratio.

If I had to choose between the two, though, I would choose the Guatemalan... Everything about it was perfect.

[Outside backer]

answer my question poison!!!!!!!! lol I PM and Fb'd u

[Starkk]

If you like flavoring in your coffee, you should probably get a ****ing frappucino.

It's not supposed to taste like candy.

OB loves orange mocha frappucinos

[Outside backer]

If you like flavoring in your coffee, you should probably get a ****ing frappucino.

It's not supposed to taste like candy.

OB loves orange mocha frappucinos

Iced caramel machiattos ftw

[Starkk]

Iced caramel machiattos ftw

You love smoking Virginia Slims while sipping your machiatto bro

[poison]

answer my question poison!!!!!!!! lol I PM and Fb'd u

Sorry, I did see that yesterday, but my phone won't post to fb, for some reason. I didn5 realize it was you.

We LOVE apo orders, nothing makes me happier than serving our troops!

[Elliptical Envy]

Buying coffee beans from a forum member named poison....potentially do not want :D

[poison]

An unfortunate coincidence. :D poison was my nickname in the army, long before I started roasting.

Btw, I am out of guatemala, just waiting for my web guy to take it down.

[_Smitty_]

Btw, I am out of guatemala, just waiting for my web guy to take it down.

This is disappointing... Plans for more?

[poison]

That coffee will never be back. Every crop is different. But never fear, that is not my best coffee now, and certainly not the best ever. It was simply good. :D I get new stuff in pretty frequently. I'm eyeballing a honduras right now...

[Illadelphia]

I've already generated a buzz, so when you get the KONA in, I may need about 5lbs

[Supplement-Slut]

Not a fan of hot coffee, but how's this stuff taste iced? Usually get a large iced coffee from Marylou's (http://www.marylous.com) everyday, which is the Ultra Peptide and king of coffee chains. But I could save some $ if this stuff is good. $3.20 everyday adds up quick come to think of it

[Illadelphia]

Not a fan of hot coffee, but how's this stuff tasted iced? Usually get a large iced coffee from Marylou's (http://www.marylous.com), which is the Ultra Peptide and king of coffee chains. But I could save some $ if this stuff is good.

I've found that Kenyan coffee's after brewed hot are the best tasting over ice.

[poison]

I've already generated a buzz, so when you get the KONA in, I may need about 5lbs

If you want 5lbs, I will order it for you, that simple. pm incoming.


Not a fan of hot coffee, but how's this stuff taste iced? Usually get a large iced coffee from Marylou's (http://www.marylous.com) everyday, which is the Ultra Peptide and king of coffee chains. But I could save some $ if this stuff is good. $3.20 everyday adds up quick come to think of it

It tastes great. I would buy an Aeropress, brew it strong, pour it over ice, and be done.

[dalkon]

If you want 5lbs, I will order it for you, that simple. pm incoming.



It tastes great. I would buy an Aeropress, brew it strong, pour it over ice, and be done.

Ice Latte's are the stuff :D

[laneanders]

I just walked to the grocery store 3 blocks down the road, and this man was standing at the intersection. Naturally he had a few things to talk about while I waited on my "ok to walk" light. Namely that coffee was his life, and his coffee machine broke. He said he would never be out here begging, but he was unemployed and he could not live without a coffee machine.

I thought you guys would enjoy this lol. I gave him a dollar and took his picture.

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee463/laneanders/WCR.jpg

[dsade]

Ethiopia (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/ethiopian/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

This tastes very good... After reading the write-up on the WCR page, I was expecting a slight blueberry taste/aroma, but this is more prominent than I had anticipated. I can't catch a scent of it, but once it hits the tongue, it's very obvious.

Not as smooth as the Guatemalan, but much stronger despite using the same water:grounds ratio.

If I had to choose between the two, though, I would choose the Guatemalan... Everything about it was perfect.

I have to agree with the pure brew...but I've played with a combo, and found that 5:1 Guat to Ethiopian has a very unique flavor balance.

[poison]

Ethiopia (http://www.wcrcompany.com/coffee/ethiopian/)
Method: French press
Water: Dasani
Accompaniments: None/black

This tastes very good... After reading the write-up on the WCR page, I was expecting a slight blueberry taste/aroma, but this is more prominent than I had anticipated. I can't catch a scent of it, but once it hits the tongue, it's very obvious.

Not as smooth as the Guatemalan, but much stronger despite using the same water:grounds ratio.

If I had to choose between the two, though, I would choose the Guatemalan... Everything about it was perfect.

Shoot, I missed this, weird. Nice, glad you got the fruit notes. Your description makes me very happy, as that's what I'm shooting for.

[Outside backer]

what do you recommend? Strong, with a good kick. we have a grinder like i said and we brew it in a pot. nothing fancy?

you should mix up some serving bags and send them out see whats the best :D

lol

i await your recomendation

[poison]

Try the colombia and sumatra!

[slimwealthy1]

colombia incoming, son i better not be disappoint

[_Smitty_]

I have to agree with the pure brew...but I've played with a combo, and found that 5:1 Guat to Ethiopian has a very unique flavor balance.

I'll give it a shot this weekend; have both on hand.


Shoot, I missed this, weird. Nice, glad you got the fruit notes. Your description makes me very happy, as that's what I'm shooting for.

Now you see why I was disappointed about the Guat news. :D


Try the colombia and sumatra!

Think I'll shoot for the Colombian next... Though this Honduran one you mentioned really piques my interest.

[laneanders]

"The best part of waking up is poison in your cup..." Wait, wut?

Drinking some of your Ethiopian right now, it's the best coffee EVAR. I'll try the Columbian tomorrow.

I can definitely taste the blueberry "notes" .

[bmontgomery87]

I used to be in a barbershop quartet in Skokie, Illinois. The baritone was this guy named Kip Diskin, big fat guy, I mean, like, orca fat. He was so stressed in the morning...

Aside from quoting one of my favorite movies, this thread is relevant to my interests. Why you no plug your company Poison? I am a big fan of some gourmet coffee.

watched this movie again yesterday. I've had that quote stuck in my head since

[poison]

I'll give it a shot this weekend; have both on hand.



Now you see why I was disappointed about the Guat news. :D



Think I'll shoot for the Colombian next... Though this Honduran one you mentioned really piques my interest.

The Sumatra Gayo is really good, as well. Unlike any other Sumatra you've had, I can assure you. :D


"The best part of waking up is poison in your cup..." Wait, wut?

Drinking some of your Ethiopian right now, it's the best coffee EVAR. I'll try the Columbian tomorrow.

I can definitely taste the blueberry "notes" .

You like it, huh? :) It's always a gamble: the roast profile I use, and the beans I use, are so vastly different from what most people have ever tasted. You're tasting the flavors of the air and rain and soil where the coffee was grown, instead of the roaster obliterating it all with a crappy roast.

I'm drinking an espresso shot of the Ethiopia now. This batch was a bit light, so it's somewhat tarter than I prefer, but it's amazing how much the fruit comes out in the cup.

[laneanders]

The Sumatra Gayo is really good, as well. Unlike any other Sumatra you've had, I can assure you. :D



You like it, huh? :) It's always a gamble: the roast profile I use, and the beans I use, are so vastly different from what most people have ever tasted. You're tasting the flavors of the air and rain and soil where the coffee was grown, instead of the roaster obliterating it all with a crappy roast.

I'm drinking an espresso shot of the Ethiopia now. This batch was a bit light, so it's somewhat tarter than I prefer, but it's amazing how much the fruit comes out in the cup.

Yeah I like it for sure, it's got a lot of fruit flavor to it. I drink my coffee black, that flavored stuff I showed you on tinychat was the woman's doing. The darker the better, the stronger the better for me. I threw that other crap out lol.

[poison]

Well, I don't really do dark roasts; you'll notice it doesn't have that smokey flavor. Dark roasts are a crutch for most roasters, as they are basically burning the beans, and all you taste are the flavors of the roast. That means they can buy crappy beans, because you're not going to taste the bean anyway, just the roast. I do mostly medium roasts, trying to bring out the inherent qualities of the bean, while developing sweetness.

[SwolenONE]

That is really cool to see a forum regular operating a high quality operation such as that, if I were a coffee drinker I would certainly try this out, it certainly sounds gourmet and like the shipping is quick and customer service is top notch.

[poison]

Thanks Swolen!

I just made my donation to the IMC. My goal is to be able to donate A LOT someday. The IMC is awesome because they don't throw money around; they teach essential skills, like farming, irrigation, birthing, etc to select locals, and help them spread that knowledge to others, so each little bit travels farther. Other programs breed a welfare mentality. The IMC also receives the highest marks for efficiency in charitable organizations.

https://internationalmedicalcorps.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=341

[dsade]

I'll give it a shot this weekend; have both on hand.



Now you see why I was disappointed about the Guat news. :D



Think I'll shoot for the Colombian next... Though this Honduran one you mentioned really piques my interest.

Put that coffee down. Coffee is for closers.

[dsade]

I just finished 24 ounces of Sumatran. Very nice and pleasant body to it, but not overly strong - which means I can have a second cup!

[dsade]

For my second cup, I combined half Sumatra, third Columbian, and just about a teaspoon of Ethiopia. Wow, this is a fantastic blend.

[Illadelphia]

Grinder RIP :(



Have to buy a new one today, will not spend $300+ again.


Hello Kohl's: http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/homepage/PRD~114213/Cuisinart+Supreme+Grind+Automatic+Burr+Mill.jsp

[Starkk]

but the reviews

[dsade]

Grinder RIP :(



Have to buy a new one today, will not spend $300+ again.


Hello Kohl's: http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/homepage/PRD~114213/Cuisinart+Supreme+Grind+Automatic+Burr+Mill.jsp

Don't get the Black and Decker burr grinder. Barely used mine for a year and it died.

[Illadelphia]

Don't get the Black and Decker burr grinder. Barely used mine for a year and it died.



Cuisinart is $53-$20 in kohl's cash- 20%. I can deal with a $24.50 grinder ;)

[Starkk]

It's nothing fancy, but this grinder has provided me with years of good service.

http://images.bedbathandbeyond.com/assets/product_images/230/2645213088560P.JPG

I even used the image link to Bed, Bath & Beyond, as I know those are your stomping grounds in Philly

[Doughboy]

Put that coffee down. Coffee is for closers.

Always Be Closing!

[poison]

I just finished 24 ounces of Sumatran. Very nice and pleasant body to it, but not overly strong - which means I can have a second cup!


For my second cup, I combined half Sumatra, third Columbian, and just about a teaspoon of Ethiopia. Wow, this is a fantastic blend.

Awesome, experiment!


Grinder RIP :(



Have to buy a new one today, will not spend $300+ again.


Hello Kohl's: http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/homepage/PRD~114213/Cuisinart+Supreme+Grind+Automatic+Burr+Mill.jsp

Illa, if it's for drip, buy a Baratza Maestro. $100, and excellent customer service. It won't do espresso, unlike Rocky, though. Had mine for years, sent it in for new buirrs, it came back with a whole new upgraded housing and base, no extra charge.

http://www.amazon.com/Baratza-285-Maestro-Conical-Grinder/dp/B0000DDVS2

If you want to go really cheap, try the Capresso Infinity.

http://www.amazon.com/Capresso-560-01-Infinity-Grinder-Black/dp/B0000AR7SY/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1314381621&sr=1-1

[Rodzilla01]

How the hell did I miss a coffee thread? I'm slippin'...

Definitely gotta try some out, I need a new roast. I've been doing a Coffee/Guayusa combo for years (Guayusa-Morning/Coffee-Afternoon)...

[poison]

but the reviews

Read the logs bro.




Honestly, I would definitely step up to the Maestro or Infinity. here's why: cheap burr grinders use plastic seats for the burrs, and construction is not as solid/tolerances are off. This creates different size grind particles, some larger, some dust. When you brew, the large particles under-extract (which doesn't affect flavor negatively), and the dust over-extracts. Over-extraction makes a bitter cup. Most people notice the difference immediately between a cheap burr or blade grinder and a good burr grinder. The Infinity and Maestro are entry level burr grinders that do a great job.

[laneanders]

Had two cups of the Colombian this morning it was really smooth. I like the Ethiopian better though, it seemed to have more flavor to it. Both are very good though.

[poison]

Cool, lane, glad you enjoyed. I personally love the Ethiopia, as apparently do you, but dsade prefers other stuff. Bottom line, they're all good, all different!

My wife bought me this for our 10th wedding anniversary, got it yesterday!

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=66915&d=1314325423

I borrowed one from the manufacturer earlier this year, had it around 2 weeks, and it was outstanding. I've needed a better machine for a long time, so it was a great present! I was scheduled to go in to a local high end, artisan ice cream shop and brew espressos this morning, so it'll be nice to brew on this monster. I can get a deal on em, so I'll be trying to talk him into buying a machine as well.

[Adamnn]

Nice. Thinking about getting a few bags to try out for the office. Think the Ethiopia and Colombia are good starters? A few of my people like darker roasts so I'm thinking they would enjoy it. Plus, if I'm spending $150 - $200 a month on sodas for these bastards, I might as well get some decent coffee too. We've got the whole grinder, french press set up from a previous client (Storyville coffee) so we've got the tools to brew it right.

[poison]

Those are good choices, Adam. :)

[Illadelphia]

Well considering I had not used a french press in a long time and had a brand new grinder, I used too much water in the french press, but the flavor was still spot on through that. The Ethopia is a coffee that starbucks did wrong for years.

Nate, you did it right. The blueberry accents were spot on, and it lingered long after the last sip. Actually an hour after at the vet (kitty) I had a faint notice of it. The quality speaks for itself. I made my last starbucks purchase. Thank you again.

[DanND33]

Nate, you did it right. The blueberry accents were spot on, and it lingered long after the last sip. Actually an hour after at the vet (kitty) I had a faint notice of it. The quality speaks for itself. I made my last starbucks purchase. Thank you again.which type has the blueberry notes? might go with that.

been drinking flavia coffee at work lately, need something new...

[poison]

Well considering I had not used a french press in a long time and had a brand new grinder, I used too much water in the french press, but the flavor was still spot on through that. The Ethopia is a coffee that starbucks did wrong for years.

Nate, you did it right. The blueberry accents were spot on, and it lingered long after the last sip. Actually an hour after at the vet (kitty) I had a faint notice of it. The quality speaks for itself. I made my last starbucks purchase. Thank you again.

Wow, I passed! :D Thank you for the kind words! I love this coffee, and I hope it shows in the cup. :)


which type has the blueberry notes? might go with that.

been drinking flavia coffee at work lately, need something new...

That's the Ethiopia, but keep in mind each coffee is different, each has its own unique flavor, and all great. I don't do less than exceptional. :p

[Adamnn]

Order in. Just from hearing what you guys think of it, I think my staff will like me for getting this for them.

[dsade]

Order in. Just from hearing what you guys think of it, I think my staff will like me for getting this for them.It's been over a month, and it is still what gets me up in the morning.

There is nothing like that aroma and taste!

[poison]

Order in. Just from hearing what you guys think of it, I think my staff will like me for getting this for them.

It'll roast and ship tomorrow! Thanks!


It's been over a month, and it is still what gets me up in the morning.

There is nothing like that aroma and taste!

Folgers in your cup? :mad:

[dsade]

Folgers in your cup? :mad: Folger's? Hey man, I spent years in the Army. I go for the Instant Sanka.

[poison]

Folger's? Hey man, I spent years in the Army. I go for the Instant Sanka.

That is the worst. Ugh. It makes Tasters choice look gourmet.

[dsade]

My new favorite blend is 75% Columbian, 25% Ethippian. Wow, this is delicious. Nice bold body, mellow notes, with that subtle blueberry flavor coming through, but not overwhelming.

[poison]

You're like the Mad Scientist of Methylxanthines. :D

[Adamnn]

Update: Seems like everyone loves the coffee so far. Now just have to convince the boss to let me order it often. Not sure how long each bag will last so I can check my budget. If I can keep it to around 4-6 lbs a month, I should be in good shape.

[dsade]

Update: Seems like everyone loves the coffee so far. Now just have to convince the boss to let me order it often. Not sure how long each bag will last so I can check my budget. If I can keep it to around 4-6 lbs a month, I should be in good shape.How many people in the office?

A pound lasts me around 16-20 24 ounce cups. A standard coffee cup is 6 ounces, so figure around 100-120 cups per pound.

[poison]

Update: Seems like everyone loves the coffee so far. Now just have to convince the boss to let me order it often. Not sure how long each bag will last so I can check my budget. If I can keep it to around 4-6 lbs a month, I should be in good shape.

Awesome! Glad they are enjoying it! Like I said, I can fit 6lbs in a medium flat rate for $11. :)


How many people in the office?

A pound lasts me around 16-20 24 ounce cups. A standard coffee cup is 6 ounces, so figure around 100-120 cups per pound.

Coffee cup sizes are so wonky. They're based on some 1940's average, when people drank coffee in porcelain cups. The dumb thing is drip machines: 15 cups means more like 6 normal, red-blooded, meat-eating Amderican cups.

And don't get me started on the 'how many teaspoons grounds per cup' nonsense. Listen close: 2 rounded/heaping measuring tablespoons, or 2 average eating teaspoons. But then it depends on how fine you grind; in general, a medium grind is best. A fine 'espresso grind' will extend use, but over-extract and make it bitter; a medium grind will not over-extract or under-extract.

Lulz. Main thing is to be consistent. Use the same scoop/spoon to measure every time, and adjust to taste.

[dsade]

Coffee cup sizes are so wonky. They're based on some 1940's average, when people drank coffee in porcelain cups. The dumb thing is drip machines: 15 cups means more like 6 normal, red-blooded, meat-eating Amderican cups.

And don't get me started on the 'how many teaspoons grounds per cup' nonsense. Listen close: 2 rounded/heaping measuring tablespoons, or 2 average eating teaspoons. But then it depends on how fine you grind; in general, a medium grind is best. A fine 'espresso grind' will extend use, but over-extract and make it bitter; a medium grind will not over-extract or under-extract.

Lulz. Main thing is to be consistent. Use the same scoop/spoon to measure every time, and adjust to taste.

I disagree...what most people call a "pot" of coffee, I call a warmup cup.

[poison]

Somehow, I don't doubt that, dsade. :D

[Adamnn]

17 people in the office, but only 4-6 of them really drink coffee often. They usually do two pots though through our french press, one in the morning and one around 2:00. We had about 3/4 of a lb left over from another crappy starbucks bag that someone brought in, so it will be harder to see how long this will last us.

And that's good to know on the coffee size. If we can get up to 6 lbs in there, that my cover a month or more.

[PuZo]

Poison, you got any teas?

[poison]

Poison, you got any teas?

No, but www.farleaves.com has the best, ever. Give her your business.

[PuZo]

No, but www.farleaves.com has the best, ever. Give her your business.
ill get her my busienss all right... ;)

btw tinychat nowz

[poison]

17 people in the office, but only 4-6 of them really drink coffee often. They usually do two pots though through our french press, one in the morning and one around 2:00. We had about 3/4 of a lb left over from another crappy starbucks bag that someone brought in, so it will be harder to see how long this will last us.

And that's good to know on the coffee size. If we can get up to 6 lbs in there, that my cover a month or more.

Sounds good man. Let me know if you want to make it a regular thing.

[poison]

I just ordered a very small amount of organic, hand-grown, bird-friendly, shade grown, micro-lot Kona. I might have 3 extra lbs. ;)

[_Smitty_]

I just ordered a very small amount of organic, hand-grown, bird-friendly, shade grown, micro-lot Kona. I might have 3 extra lbs. ;)

inb4illa

[poison]

inb4illa

Illa will be dealt with separately. :p

[poison]

BTW, the Astra Pro my wife bought me for our 10th anniversary a couple weeks ago ROCKS! It had a faulty vacuum breaker valve, so I took it to the manufacturer yesterday, 20 minutes away, and they had me in and out in no time. It's really well designed: stainless boiler (not copper), stainless heating element, biggest boiler in its class, massive brass grouphead, well-routed wiring, British pipe fittings, massive commercial Sirai pressurestat, etc. Such a beast, and beautiful, too.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/182056_10150091828460669_167594755668_6320988_4877 065_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/180083_10150091828995669_167594755668_6321001_5204 736_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/183893_10150091829345669_167594755668_6321006_5031 646_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/183228_10150091829430669_167594755668_6321008_6110 143_n.jpg

[Outside backer]

drinking a nice cup of chow hall coffee,

god this is living :D

[Outside backer]

im usually an espresso guy

but what is french press? why is it so popular?

[poison]

French Press is a carafe with a mesh filter that you push down, which separates the grounds and pushes them to the bottom. You just put grounds in the carafe, pour 200 degree water over, stir, let sit 4 minutes, push the filter down, pour and enjoy. Any method where you control water temp is generally superior.

I'm surprised you guys don't have a good coffee setup. My coffee is all over Iraq and Astan. :D

[poison]

im usually an espresso guy

Check it, bro:

http://mypressi.com/

You put hot water in it, fresh coffee grounds in the basket, and a CO2 cartridge supplies the pressure to make REAL espresso. I hear it's pretty damn good. :D

Or you could moka pot:

http://www.google.com/products/catalog?rlz=1C1VEAD_enUS410US410&q=moka+pot&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=7161035799432912336&sa=X&ei=Sd5yTrK5N6XkiAKi7OWXDQ&ved=0CGMQ8wIwAQ

[poison]

I have a very small amount of 100% estate kona, organic shade grown by a husband and wife on their 5 acre farm. They do all labor themselves, and it's the finest kona you can buy. It's freaking tasty.

[dsade]

I have a very small amount of 100% estate kona, organic shade grown by a husband and wife on their 5 acre farm. They do all labor themselves, and it's the finest kona you can buy. It's freaking tasty.

For the past week I have been using the Guatemalan at an EXTRA strong concentration. Man, this stuff can take a potent brew without distorting the flavor at all, or becoming too bitter or undrinkable.


http://www.wcrcompany.com/

Man...I love my daily coffee/HEAT Stack ceremony!

[laneanders]

I have a very small amount of 100% estate kona, organic shade grown by a husband and wife on their 5 acre farm. They do all labor themselves, and it's the finest kona you can buy. It's freaking tasty.

Said it was out of stock and so was the guatemalan. So I went with the Ethiopian again (love it), and going to try out the Sumatra.

[dsade]

Said it was out of stock and so was the guatemalan. So I went with the Ethiopian again (love it), and going to try out the Sumatra.3:1 ratio of Sumatra to Ethiopian is fantastic!

[poison]

If you guys are interested iin the kona, pm me. I also just got a box of vac packed honduras. :D it'll be up soon.

[Jeff the Repper]

I buy most of my beans online, and would be more than happy to encourage a forum member,a couple quick questions:

Do you have a line on Costa Rican Peaberry?

Will you ship to a US P.O. Box?

[poison]

I do carry costa rica la minita, and others, at times, but I have not bought a CR peaberry before. I always buy what cups the best at any given time. POBoxes are no problem, I use only usps for shipping.

[Jeff the Repper]

Thanks Bud,

[poison]

Sure, Jeff!

Here's the description for the Honduras:

This coffee is from the San Vincente mill, which buys super small lots from farms that are too small to produce enough coffee to produce their own separate lots. These small farm-holders are known for producing intensely sweet, fruit-forward coffees, and this coffee is exactly that! Sweet rose and guava in the dry aroma, with mild cacao, segue to sweet spice, vanilla, and lots more guava, passion fruit, and ripe strawberry in the cup. Thick body, sweet fruit, and caramel balance out the moderate acidity, which all carry over into a long lasting aftertaste.

It should be up soon. Lane, if you want me to substitute that for one of the coffees you ordered, I'd be happy to. :D

[laneanders]

Sure, Jeff!

Here's the description for the Honduras:

This coffee is from the San Vincente mill, which buys super small lots from farms that are too small to produce enough coffee to produce their own separate lots. These small farm-holders are known for producing intensely sweet, fruit-forward coffees, and this coffee is exactly that! Sweet rose and guava in the dry aroma, with mild cacao, segue to sweet spice, vanilla, and lots more guava, passion fruit, and ripe strawberry in the cup. Thick body, sweet fruit, and caramel balance out the moderate acidity, which all carry over into a long lasting aftertaste.

It should be up soon. Lane, if you want me to substitute that for one of the coffees you ordered, I'd be happy to. :D

I'd probably prefer to just add a pound of that as well. Can we edit my order to add a pound of that as well?

[Outside backer]

jeez, i need to order some beans if i can find the time to sit and research

I like good strong coffee, strong as in potent ass kicking hands trembling

[dsade]

You know, last weekend we went to a custom market, Whole Foods, and World Market., Their prices are higher than West Coast, and VERY obviously beans that have been sitting around for a while. Whole Foods even had bins of beans sitting open and exposed to the air for who knows how long.

I'll stick with WCR and KNOW that my beans (and the resulting coffee) is the best in the world.

[poison]

I'd probably prefer to just add a pound of that as well. Can we edit my order to add a pound of that as well?

Done, brother.


jeez, i need to order some beans if i can find the time to sit and research

I like good strong coffee, strong as in potent ass kicking hands trembling

It's impossible to know the caffeine levels of each coffee. It would vary by country, region, year/crop, etc. Stuff like weather patterns, type of coffee plant, rainfall, etc all change caffeine levels. BUT...lighter roasts have more caffeine than dark roasts. I roast mainly medium to light roasts, as dark roasts obliterate the flavors of the beans, so in general, my coffees have the maximum levels of caffeine possible. :D I can say that Yemen is always enough higher in caffeine that it is very noticeable to me.

[poison]

You know, last weekend we went to a custom market, Whole Foods, and World Market., Their prices are higher than West Coast, and VERY obviously beans that have been sitting around for a while. Whole Foods even had bins of beans sitting open and exposed to the air for who knows how long.

I'll stick with WCR and KNOW that my beans (and the resulting coffee) is the best in the world.

Thanks, man. Coffee pricing has risen hugely over the last 2 years, a combination of steadily growing global demand, and low crop yields due to disease and weather. I literally pay double what I used to pay 3 years ago for a good Kenya, and Sumatra has nearly doubled as well. Roasters have eaten a large part of the increase, but it's to the point it's impossible. Many switched from 16oz bags to 12oz, some without informing the customer, and without changing pricing; others are just raising pricing.

Moral? Don't be surprised at $20/lb coffee. Just remember, it's still well under $1 a cup for the best brew on the planet. :)

[PuZo]

Thanks, man. Coffee pricing has risen hugely over the last 2 years, a combination of steadily growing global demand, and low crop yields due to disease and weather. I literally pay double what I used to pay 3 years ago for a good Kenya, and Sumatra has nearly doubled as well. Roasters have eaten a large part of the increase, but it's to the point it's impossible. Many switched from 16oz bags to 12oz, some without informing the customer, and without changing pricing; others are just raising pricing.

Moral? Don't be surprised at $20/lb coffee. Just remember, it's still well under $1 a cup for the best brew on the planet. :)

That or caffeine pills :)

[poison]

That or caffeine pills :)

Coffee tastes WAY better. Has other health effects, as well. Did you know coffee is America's number 1 source of antioxidants?

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9105892/ns/health-fitness/t/coffee-top-source-healthy-antioxidants/

[PuZo]

Coffee tastes WAY better. Has other health effects, as well. Did you know coffee is America's number 1 source of antioxidants?

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9105892/ns/health-fitness/t/coffee-top-source-healthy-antioxidants/

All in moderation. I know people who drink 10 cups of coffee a day. No matter how much antioxidants are in there... it's not that good for you.

And how can you compare taste when a pill is tasteless :p

Just busting your (coffee) nuts ;)

[poison]

That's from the average of 1.6 cups of coffee a day. Coffee is very good for you (see anti-parkinsons, anti-alzheimers, anti-diabetes effects), but who cares? It tastes awesome and wakes you up! :D

[PuZo]

That's from the average of 1.6 cups of coffee a day. Coffee is very good for you (see anti-parkinsons, anti-alzheimers, anti-diabetes effects), but who cares? It tastes awesome and wakes you up! :D

Doesn't it make you go to the toilet as well... :p

[poison]

Doesn't it make you go to the toilet as well... :p

If you're lucky? lol

[dsade]

Thanks, man. Coffee pricing has risen hugely over the last 2 years, a combination of steadily growing global demand, and low crop yields due to disease and weather. I literally pay double what I used to pay 3 years ago for a good Kenya, and Sumatra has nearly doubled as well. Roasters have eaten a large part of the increase, but it's to the point it's impossible. Many switched from 16oz bags to 12oz, some without informing the customer, and without changing pricing; others are just raising pricing.

Moral? Don't be surprised at $20/lb coffee. Just remember, it's still well under $1 a cup for the best brew on the planet. :)

I make 24 ounce cups (Speedway up the street with mediocre coffee is $1.39 for 24 ounces) and I priced mine out to be around $.85 a cup, but the quality is night and day.

French Press and a saucepan of water, with freshly ground beans (important to flavor) takes me no more than 5 minutes to make.

[poison]

Roasted and shipped today, lane. :D honduras ftw!

[dsade]

I knew as soon as I walked into the kitchen yesterday afternoon what that smell was....my fresh batch of coffee had arrived and my wife had just opened the box. Damn, there is nothing like the aroma of freshly roasted (9/20) Columbian beans.

Too late to try last night, but this morning on my second 24 ounce cup...incredible!

[poison]

So which is your favorite so far? :)

[dsade]

So which is your favorite so far? :)Single bean? Columbian followed by the Honduran/Costa Rican (tie).

Blended? I love using the Ethiopian as an accent note combined with either Columbian, Sumatran, or Honduran.

[poison]

Ah, excellent! So you prefer the super-clean, Latin coffees. ;) I like em all, but I LOVE the wild and crazy African coffees. That Ethiopia is my favorite. It's getting very low, gotta pick up a new one soon.

Anyone here drink espresso at home?

[_Smitty_]

Surprised by a # of the Columbian today. :D A thousand thanks, Nate! Very generous of you!

Going to press up a batch in the morning before work... I'm excited...

[poison]

My pleasure, Smitty! It's dsade's favorite, so far, while lane likes the ethiopian best. I'm curious to hear your thoughts. :)

[_Smitty_]

My pleasure, Smitty! It's dsade's favorite, so far, while lane likes the ethiopian best. I'm curious to hear your thoughts. :)

The Guat will be hard to top, so I'll let you know. ;)

[poison]

The Guat will be hard to top, so I'll let you know. ;)

Dunno, the honduras I just got is pretty tasty: tropical fruit (guava?), with cardamom notes.

[PuZo]

Anyway you can make chocolate covered coffee beans for a pre-wo?

[laneanders]

Dunno, the honduras I just got is pretty tasty: tropical fruit (guava?), with cardamom notes.

I'll try it next, but I set out some Ethiopian for now. Got the rest in the freezer at the moment.

[AlecGaspari]

Anyway you can make chocolate covered coffee beans for a pre-wo?

THIS --- find a way to throw in some other ingredients in the chocolate - you will make BANK

[poison]

THIS --- find a way to throw in some other ingredients in the chocolate - you will make BANK

I LOVE chocolate, but I'm not a chocolatier. Many far more talented people are doing that. See Vosges and Dolfin:

http://www.vosgeschocolate.com/?gclid=CNaYvfKLvasCFSg1gwodZDcJuA

http://www.dolfin.be/index.php?lang=En

Both orgasmic. Buy on www.chocosphere.com .

OMG, I forgot, The Tea Room's Dark Chocolate with Earl Grey, FFFUUUUUUU AMAZING!

http://tea-room.stores.yahoo.net/dachbarinwig.html

Mindblowingly good, like angels sing and the heavens open, right there. Yeeow.

[|ceman]

Single bean? Columbian followed by the Honduran/Costa Rican (tie).

Blended? I love using the Ethiopian as an accent note combined with either Columbian, Sumatran, or Honduran.


Ah, excellent! So you prefer the super-clean, Latin coffees. ;) I like em all, but I LOVE the wild and crazy African coffees. That Ethiopia is my favorite. It's getting very low, gotta pick up a new one soon.

Anyone here drink espresso at home?


Surprised by a # of the Columbian today. :D A thousand thanks, Nate! Very generous of you!

Going to press up a batch in the morning before work... I'm excited...


My pleasure, Smitty! It's dsade's favorite, so far, while lane likes the ethiopian best. I'm curious to hear your thoughts. :)


The Guat will be hard to top, so I'll let you know. ;)


Dunno, the honduras I just got is pretty tasty: tropical fruit (guava?), with cardamom notes.


I'll try it next, but I set out some Ethiopian for now. Got the rest in the freezer at the moment.

You're all still talking about coffee, right? :confused:

[laneanders]

You're all still talking about coffee, right? :confused:

Not me personally. I keep a Honduran and a Guatemalan in my freezer for a rainy day :)

[poison]

You're all still talking about coffee, right? :confused:

I'm not sure. I think you need to find out. :D

[_Smitty_]

The Colombian is legit! Strong, too... Going to play with the water/grounds ratio so I can get that smack of strawberry... What I've noticed about your roasts is how smooth they are. I've never enjoyed drinking coffee black until having WCR.

I still prefer the Guatemalan, though. :p

[Big.Jazayrli]

Hani wants to try some.

Things on the to buy list first:
1. coffee press
2. coffee grinder

[dsade]

Not me personally. I keep a Honduran and a Guatemalan in my freezer for a rainy day :)You just have to chop them into smaller pieces.

[laneanders]

You just have to chop them into smaller pieces.

Yeah that's good about those Ethiopians, they are already so tiny :)

[poison]

Extremely tasty, though.

[poison]

Hani wants to try some.

Things on the to buy list first:
1. coffee press
2. coffee grinder

Buy the Capresso Infinity on Bed Bath and Beyond or Amazon, or the Solis Maestro on Amazon.

[poison]

Honduras is up! :D

[SupremeMMA]

I just ordered a pound of Colombian for the wife. I'm not much of a coffee drinker but I think I might have to try some for myself after the rave reviews.

[poison]

Thanks, brother! It'll roast and ship today. You may just find yourself dipping into her stash. :D

[poison]

Roasted and shipped!

[SupremeMMA]

Roasted and shipped!

You are the man! Much appreciated sir.

[laneanders]

Sipping on some Honduras right now. I'm not that great with describing the flavor of coffee, but it is very good.

The description on the website ends with saying "Thick body, sweet fruit, and caramel balance out the moderate acidity, which all carry over into a long lasting aftertaste." This is accurate, because the taste lingers quite awhile after you have finished. The fruit flavor is much less predominant than in the Ethiopian, but it has a deeper taste that incorporates a larger blend of flavors.

So far of the three I have tried from WCR, I still have Ethiopian as my #1, Honduran #2, and Columbian #3. I have the Sumatra still yet to try.

[poison]

Excellent, lane. Get the new ethiopia? Let me know how it is, I'm curious.

[laneanders]

Excellent, lane. Get the new ethiopia? Let me know how it is, I'm curious.

Yeah I did get it, thanks man. I haven't tried it yet though. I'll do that in the morning.

[poison]

Please do, while it's super-fresh. :)

[NC_Tarheel]

I'm definitely going to have to step up my coffee game before I order from WCR. After searching the website I apparrently have the wrong bean grinder, my coffee pot sucks and I use tap water.

The web site is really cool and informative and I'll be placing an order when I can get my stuff together to match the quality of the coffee on there.


2 questions....

Does the quality of flavor between drip coffee and french press coffee differ??

Does using the promo code "smitty" get me 10% off?? :p

[poison]

Not necessarily. Water is easy to fix: buy Crystal Geyser, it has the right proportions of minerals to extract correctly. Grinder: a burr grinder is best, but the main thing is that you grind to brew, which you are doing. No need to buy a wazoo grinder, unless you can spare the cash. Brewer: buy a pack of CleanCaf and run it through your machine (something you guys should be doing every other month or so anyway), and keep using it. I promise you will see a huge improvement just using what you have, with better beans and water. :)

[AlecGaspari]

There are "burr" grinders at walmart for less then $15... what gives?

I don't drink much coffee (although I absolutely love it) - but am thinking ahead for a christmas present for my dad... burr grinder and a 1lb of ethiopian from WCR

[NC_Tarheel]

Not necessarily. Water is easy to fix: buy Crystal Geyser, it has the right proportions of minerals to extract correctly. Grinder: a burr grinder is best, but the main thing is that you grind to brew, which you are doing. No need to buy a wazoo grinder, unless you can spare the cash. Brewer: buy a pack of CleanCaf and run it through your machine (something you guys should be doing every other month or so anyway), and keep using it. I promise you will see a huge improvement just using what you have, with better beans and water. :)

Thanks for the advice!! Now I need a suggestion for what to order :)

I like the flavor of a breakfast blend but I'm not opposed to something bold....not quite to the extreme of an Italian Roast. I do like shots of espresso though.

Suggestions???

[poison]

There are "burr" grinders at walmart for less then $15... what gives?

They suck. A burr grinder is supposed to have a better grind quality than a blade grinder. To do this, it must have tight build tolerances, or the burrs wobble, and grind is inconsistent. A $15 grinder has crap grind quality, and will not last near as long as a blade grinder.

Believe me when I say there is NOTHING in between a blade grinder and a $90 capresso or baratza maestro. Those are the cheapest burr grinders that are worth buying. I prefer the maestro, myself, but both are good.

About griind quality: when it's inconsistent, the fine particles over extract and add bitterness, and larger ones under-extract. First order of the day is to grind to brew, everyone should do this, with whatever grinder you can afford. After that, spending the $100 on a burr grinder is a good thing, if possible.


I don't drink much coffee (although I absolutely love it) - but am thinking ahead for a christmas present for my dad... burr grinder and a 1lb of ethiopian from WCR

Excellent! This ethiopia will be gone by then, but I'll likely have something else crazy good for xmas. ;)

[poison]

Thanks for the advice!! Now I need a suggestion for what to order :)

I like the flavor of a breakfast blend but I'm not opposed to something bold....not quite to the extreme of an Italian Roast. I do like shots of espresso though.

Suggestions???

Colombia. :)

[NC_Tarheel]

Colombia. :)

OK. The wife gets paid Thursday...you'll be hearing from me ;)

[poison]

Sounds good, I'll be waiting!!!

[laneanders]

Did some advertising for you free o' charge. Do you have a twitter account for WCR? You need one.

REALLY loving the Sumatra too btw. It has a very deep flavor.

[poison]

http://twitter.com/#!/WCRcoffee

I don't do much with twitter, but my FB posts show up on there. I'm glad you like the Sumatra, as well. Very versatile coffee!

[NC_Tarheel]

Just saw where you have PayPal so I went ahead and ordered a pound of the Columbia today.

I anxiously await :)

[SwolenONE]

I will try to turn some co workers on to your brand!

[poison]

Just saw where you have PayPal so I went ahead and ordered a pound of the Columbia today.

I anxiously await :)

Thanks, it will roast and ship tomorrow.


I will try to turn some co workers on to your brand!

Awesome, Swolen. You might find yourself raiding their stash. :D

[SwolenONE]

Thanks, it will roast and ship tomorrow.



Awesome, Swolen. You might find yourself raiding their stash. :D

Ya Im not a coffee drinker, and never have been, but that can always change. I at least enjoy the aroma, so I'll have to give it a shot sometime, its been years since Ive drank any.

[NC_Tarheel]

Great..Looking forward to it!!

[dsade]

Been rocking the Sumatra all week. LOVE the versatility of the bean!

[poison]

Great..Looking forward to it!!

Roasting now, shipped in an hour or two. :cool:


Been rocking the Sumatra all week. LOVE the versatility of the bean!

Awesome. It's VERY good, and organic/Fair Trade, as well!

[dsade]

I just saw the facebook update about the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Grade 3. When will it be in, and how do you think it will compare to the Dara Kebado?

[poison]

I just saw the facebook update about the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Grade 3. When will it be in, and how do you think it will compare to the Dara Kebado?

Should be in early next week. It's a very good Ethiopia. Ethiopia has had some issues, the gov't restructured the way coffee is classed and sold, so even though awesome lots are still out there, we may not know where they're from (ie Dara Kebado is a specific place; Yirgacheffe Grade 3, no idea where it's from besides 'Yirgacheffe', which is like saying 'California', instead of 'Rutherford Vineyards'). Anyway, as anonymous as this lot may be in origin, it's VERY good, with lots of fruit and berry to it, which is what I wanted. :)

[poison]

Shipped, Tarheel! :)

[skier!]

Just bought this. One of the few burr grinders that doesn't have a ton of 1 star reviews.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Bistro-Electric-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0043095WW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1317945925&sr=8-1

[poison]

Just bought this. One of the few burr grinders that doesn't have a ton of 1 star reviews.

http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Bistro-Electric-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0043095WW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1317945925&sr=8-1

Ohai! I've seen it in stores, but have yet to recommend it because I haven't used it. It's Bodum, and typically they don't do crap, but still, grinders are tricky. So, have you used a Capresso Infinity or Baratza before?

[TheFugitive]

http://www.metropoliscoffee.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Metrop_Intelli_Hands.jpg

[poison]

http://www.metropoliscoffee.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Metrop_Intelli_Hands.jpg

Get that swill outta here!


;) I was just at Intelly today. I can honestly say the shot I pulled of my coffee at home was better than their shot on their $15k Synesso. I'd bet money that 9 out of 10 people would agree. :flex: :D

Metropolis is cool.

[skier!]

Ohai! I've seen it in stores, but have yet to recommend it because I haven't used it. It's Bodum, and typically they don't do crap, but still, grinders are tricky. So, have you used a Capresso Infinity or Baratza before?

No. I'm moving up from a Krups blade grinder. I bought that Aeropress coffee maker too. Now I just need to get some good beans. Probably hit Philz...

[poison]

No. I'm moving up from a Krups blade grinder. I bought that Aeropress coffee maker too. Now I just need to get some good beans. Probably hit Philz...

SF? Hit Blue Bottle, not Philz. ;)

[TheFugitive]

Get that swill outta here!


;) I was just at Intelly today. I can honestly say the shot I pulled of my coffee at home was better than their shot on their $15k Synesso. I'd bet money that 9 out of 10 people would agree. :flex: :D

Metropolis is cool.


http://blog.thenibble.com/wp-content/metropolitan-coffee_redline-espresso.jpg

[poison]

http://blog.thenibble.com/wp-content/metropolitan-coffee_redline-espresso.jpg

Redline is good.

[dsade]

http://www.metropoliscoffee.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Metrop_Intelli_Hands.jpg
That looks more like a vagina than a coffee bean.

[NC_Tarheel]

Shipped, Tarheel! :)

Got the email confirmation ;)

[dsade]

Poison...I've been watching the qualities of my extractions a lot lately, tying appearance to flavor. I'm noticing when I do certain combinations, soak times, pressure, and repetitions (moving the french press up and down multiple times) that I can come up with a very cloudy coffee. This cloudy coffee is so much more fantastic than other techniques where I yield a dark, but clear, cup.

Any feedback here?

[poison]

Of course! Cloudy french press is from coffee 'fines', or dust particles; agititating the press stirs them up. These add body to the brew, and flavor. In general fines are bad, as they over-extract, and this is the reason some people prefer filtered coffee to french press, as it's a much 'cleaner' cup. Personally I love the less clean extractions, like french press, or turkish. As long as the coffee isn't sitting around a long time, over-extraction isn't reallly an issue, imo.

[loucurley]

This thread was a good read, and I'm ordering from there soon. I use the grinder Illa posted a picture of (cuissionart) and a Kenmore drip coffee pot. I grind to brew and use filtered tap water. Is this "awful"? Would another grinder or a French press make that much of a difference?
Pardon my ignorance.

[poison]

Not awful at all! If you ever want to see how you're doing, grind coffee a little finer than usual. Put 2 heaping teaspoons in a mug. Boil water on the stove, let cool to 195-200 (measure it with a thermometer), and pour over the grounds in the cup. Stir it, let settle, and drink, the grounds will stay on the bottom. Then you can see if your machine is doing the coffee justice. I don't own a machine, I generally brew as above, if I don't want espresso. It's great!

[NC_Tarheel]

Not awful at all! If you ever want to see how you're doing, grind coffee a little finer than usual. Put 2 heaping teaspoons in a mug. Boil water on the stove, let cool to 195-200 (measure it with a thermometer), and pour over the grounds in the cup. Stir it, let settle, and drink, the grounds will stay on the bottom. Then you can see if your machine is doing the coffee justice. I don't own a machine, I generally brew as above, if I don't want espresso. It's great!

Now THAT was interesting. Definite 5 star thread, but aren't all of Smitty's threads 5 stars?? :p

[NC_Tarheel]

Sipping on some Columbia right now :cool:

Awesome service. Coffee was roasted on 10/6 and received 10/11 (counting a Sunday) and that's going from Cali to the NE mosquito infested Dismal Swamp of NC.

Fixed it in a French press and I can tell you I'll be a repeat customer. My wife isn't a big coffee drinker and she said it was really good! Thanks!!

[poison]

Sipping on some Columbia right now :cool:

Awesome service. Coffee was roasted on 10/6 and received 10/11 (counting a Sunday) and that's going from Cali to the NE mosquito infested Dismal Swamp of NC.

Fixed it in a French press and I can tell you I'll be a repeat customer. My wife isn't a big coffee drinker and she said it was really good! Thanks!!

Excellent! It actually took longer because of the holiday yesterday, as well. I'm glad it's a hit! :)


The new Ethiopia Yirgacheffe just went up!

[laneanders]

Excellent! It actually took longer because of the holiday yesterday, as well. I'm glad it's a hit! :)


The new Ethiopia Yirgacheffe just went up!

Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Dry Process
ROAST RATING: CITY

Ethiopia coffee export rules changed not to long ago; all lots are made anonymous when they enter the government warehouse. So, the exact origin of this coffee is unknown (Yirgacheffe produces a lot of coffee). Most Yirgacheffe's are wet-processed, this is dry-processed; the Gedio zone produces most dry-process Yirg's, and that's as close as I can figure. But nevermind: it's superb! Like the Dara Kebado, this is highly fruited, both dry and wet aroma. Lemon wafer, apricot jam, and blueberry abound in the fragrance, and carry over into the cup. Juicy berry, lemon meringue pie, vanilla, mild anise notes, toasted coconut and almond, and raw honey, with nice viscosity when brewed as drip, as well as exquisite as a single origin espresso.

:eek::eek::eek:

I'll be stocking up when I run out of my current stock.

[dsade]

Poison - I've been using filtered water (tried a few brands) for the past few days and something was off. I switched back to our tap water today, and got back the same incredible coffee I'm used to.

I tried the Dara, Columbian, and Sumatran with filtered water.

Have you ever run into a tap water that made a better tasting cup than filtered?

[poison]

Poison - I've been using filtered water (tried a few brands) for the past few days and something was off. I switched back to our tap water today, and got back the same incredible coffee I'm used to.

I tried the Dara, Columbian, and Sumatran with filtered water.

Have you ever run into a tap water that made a better tasting cup than filtered?

Haha, unusual, but totally possible. Your water may just have to perfect ratio of minerals to brew a great cup.

[cxm]

coffee eh?

[poison]

coffee eh?

Apparently. :p

[kerplunk]

coffee eh?
Not at the table, carlos

[PuZo]

How do I order to Canada? I'm getting some shipping errors?

Get on TC now poison!!!!

[poison]

Sorry, I just got back from vegas, family flew in from out of the country and put us up there for 2 days. I don't generally ship to canada, but if you really want to, I can fit up to 6lbs in a flat rate box for $35 flat rate shipping (iirc, subject to verification).

Still interested?

[PuZo]

Sorry, I just got back from vegas, family flew in from out of the country and put us up there for 2 days. I don't generally ship to canada, but if you really want to, I can fit up to 6lbs in a flat rate box for $35 flat rate shipping (iirc, subject to verification).

Still interested?

check yo pm :)

[dsade]

check yo pm :)Before you wreck yo PM?

[NC_Tarheel]

Before you wreck yo PM?



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[poison]

I'll get with you tonight, puzo.

[PuZo]

I'll get with you tonight, puzo.

:o ;)

[loucurley]

Just ordered:
1# Ethiopian
1# Sumatran
1# Colombian

Thought about the Kona…

[laneanders]

Just ordered:
1# Ethiopian
1# Sumatran
1# Colombian

Thought about the Kona…

Should grab the Honduran if he still has it. Stuff is amazing.

[loucurley]

Should grab the Honduran if he still has it. Stuff is amazing.

I'll look into it next order. They all looked good, you know?