Silly Commuter Coffee
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i will drop down to 16g and see what happens. but im creating coffee that tastes great now. bit strong but great.BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
20g is a big dose, not unheard of but if you’re having to use that much just to get a good extraction then something else is up.
14g (+/- 0.5g) is a standard dose for a double although that's probably with darker Italian style roasts in mind (given the Italians set the standard). 18g-20g seems popular these days, probably because lighter roasts are fashionable (e.g. HasBean). 12g is pretty stingey by any standards!
Around 16g seems to be the sweet spot with my setup for most beans (usually medium roast).0 -
i could be using the wrong basket though which may change what happens. will try the other basket tonightBMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
why is it that i'm unable to get that nice ever so slightly frothy top on my drip filter coffee?
i'm using exactly the same methods as they do in monmouthRule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
You need to add two drops of Fairy Liquid to the water tank before you start.why is it that i'm unable to get that nice ever so slightly frothy top on my drip filter coffee?
i'm using exactly the same methods as they do in monmouthPannier, 120rpm.0 -
You need to add two drops of Fairy Liquid to the water tank before you start.why is it that i'm unable to get that nice ever so slightly frothy top on my drip filter coffee?
i'm using exactly the same methods as they do in monmouth
that's not very helpful :evil:Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
talk to me about grinders.
would love one with a doser on it, but they seem to be stupidly expensive... anyone got any suggestions?BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
talk to me about grinders.
would love one with a doser on it, but they seem to be stupidly expensive... anyone got any suggestions?
Happy with my Rancilio Rocky (doserless). It's a bit 'clumpy' and the stepped adjustment is largely pointless but it's relatively small and gets the job done.
http://coffeegeek.com/guides/howtobuyanespressomachine/getagrinder
Buying again I'd be looking at options like the Eureka Mignon, Iberital MC2 or Ascaso I-mini as I don't see the point in having a stepped grinder anymore.0 -
considering my machine cost me £30...BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
considering my machine cost me £30...
Option 1: Scour eBay and Gumtree for a bargain
Option 2: Lower expectations?0 -
considering my machine cost me £30...
Point? welcome to the world of niche coffee
My Classic (second hand) cost me a bit under £70, the grinder over £200 and as temporary measure I'm currently using the grinder with a £5 Vietnamese dripper!
The MC2 is probably the cheapest out there for espresso. I kind of wish I'd gone with this but at the time wanted a stepped machine. http://www.happydonkey.co.uk/hd0866-iberital-mc2-auto.html0 -
ebay is where i am currently looking.considering my machine cost me £30...
Option 1: Scour eBay and Gumtree for a bargain
Option 2: Lower expectations?
and i know Pete, i know!
My machine is a gaggia colour so its not a piece of shit, just got an ebay bargainBMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
You're in the same boat as me. I got a Gaggia for £50 and I'm pondering selling it on and sticking with the Aeropress and V60, or ponying up and buying more
ebay is where i am currently looking.considering my machine cost me £30...
Option 1: Scour eBay and Gumtree for a bargain
Option 2: Lower expectations?
and i know Pete, i know!
My machine is a gaggia colour so its not a piece of shoot, just got an ebay bargain0 -
i wont be selling it. i just cant work out what grinder to get!
i have kept my nespresso on the kitchen side as well, 50 seconds for an espresso first thing in the morning is indispensable.BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
I'd say the MC2 is a good shout and is no more expensive than a very average wheelset. If you do use it for years to come its well worth it, else its just an expensive paper weight.
It's a hard pill to swallow but looking back, worth every penny.0 -
What did you get in the end Spasypaddy? I'm using a Gaggia Classic with an MC2 (the doserless one) with great results. I use 18g ground coffee for what it's worth. For most coffee it should take about 25-30 seconds from when you press the brew switch (and water hits the coffee) until you hit stop. If you aim for about a 2:1 ratio (18g ground coffee in, 36g liquid out) that's a good starting place.- Genesis Croix de Fer
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went for a hand grinder (well when it turns up from japan)BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
Which one, out of curiosity?went for a hand grinder (well when it turns up from japan)0 -
Going to replace our nespresso with a bean to cup (I know that a proper machine and grinder would be best but we have neither the space or the patience for that) and we have been recommended a Jura machine. Any thoughts on the best bean to cups out there?RIP commute...
Sometimes seen bimbling around on a purple Fratello Disc or black and red Aprire Vincenza.0 -
My parents have had a Jura bean to cup for years, seems pretty decent. I can't get good milk from it though.
I hear the breville is meant to be pretty good but not tried it myself. It's not a proper bean to cup though, it's sort of half way there http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sage-Heston-Blumenthal-Barista-Express/dp/B00CI32S9I/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_y- Genesis Croix de Fer
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this one:
Which one, out of curiosity?went for a hand grinder (well when it turns up from japan)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001804CLY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
as recommended by a friend. just dont buy it from japan if you ever want to see it!BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
this one:
Which one, out of curiosity?went for a hand grinder (well when it turns up from japan)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001804CLY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
as recommended by a friend. just dont buy it from japan if you ever want to see it!
If you have a little 3.6v electric screwdriver then it'll probably fit onto the place the handle.
This sits next to my Rhino hand grinder
Ends up grinding about 4x quicker than I would, and is still weak enough that it'll not tear the thing apart if it hits a lump.
Naturally you'll have to hide it if anyone visits, to maintain the air of an authentic coffee connoisseur0 -
nah i want arms!!!!
annoyingly ive just about run out of preground and was going to get some beans. but still no sign of the grinder!BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
So glad I brought two bags of Monmouth on holiday with me I'd be climbing the walls if I had to drink the crap American sludge.Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
My parents have had a Jura bean to cup for years, seems pretty decent. I can't get good milk from it though.
I hear the breville is meant to be pretty good but not tried it myself. It's not a proper bean to cup though, it's sort of half way there http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sage-Heston-Blumenthal-Barista-Express/dp/B00CI32S9I/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_y
The Juras have improved with milk apparently but its good to hear the coffee comes out well. I tend to drink either espresso or heathen americanos with cold milk! RIP commute...
Sometimes seen bimbling around on a purple Fratello Disc or black and red Aprire Vincenza.0 -
Ah you should be pretty safe then. Expensive machines though! You can get much tastier espressos with a Gaggia and an MC2 but appreciate the counter space issue.- Genesis Croix de Fer
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Ah you should be pretty safe then. Expensive machines though! You can get much tastier espressos with a Gaggia and an MC2 but appreciate the counter space issue.
As well as the wife aggravation issues! RIP commute...
Sometimes seen bimbling around on a purple Fratello Disc or black and red Aprire Vincenza.0 -
so my grinder turned up and now i cant get a coffee out of my machine
if water isnt filtering through does it mean its too fine a grind?BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Bowman Palace:R - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN30 -
Yes (although I was wrong before), if the weight is the same and it's blocked, then too fine. Make it more coarse and take it from there. You should be able to easily adjust the grinder..0
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Paid another visit to the excellent Broom Wagon - http://cafebroomwagon.com - in Seaton, last week. And then a short drive up the road to The Coffee Factory to get some more of their Black Bear Espresso (in bean form, obviously). Yum.1985 Mercian King of Mercia - work in progress (Hah! Who am I kidding?)
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