Zen and Locomotive blends from Dark City Coffee.
I like these AirScape Lite containers. I have some fun with dry erase markers to keep track.
I like these AirScape Lite containers. I have some fun with dry erase markers to keep track.
Café Acquisition Thread
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Are those different than the normal airscape?
Lighter and less expensive. May not last as long as its heavier brothers but I've not heard any knocks on performance.
after 6 years of faithful service, my Capresso Infinity kicked the bucket. What a great excuse to buy an espresso starter kit!
Arriving this week
- Gaggia Classic
- Baratza Preciso
- stainless milk fothing pitcher
- Luigi Bormioli Espresso and Cappucino glasses (2 each)
Arriving this week
- Gaggia Classic
- Baratza Preciso
- stainless milk fothing pitcher
- Luigi Bormioli Espresso and Cappucino glasses (2 each)
That should be a nice setup. Very similar to mine actually. I have a baby twin and Vario on the way.
Maiden voyage of the new acquisitions! (not pictured/installed yet: steam wand upgrade)
Took all of the will power I have to not pull 3 or 4 more shots
Just got the new grinder and dialed it in for some Starbucks blonde I had around. Pulled a 25 second shot (rough estimate with pre infusion) which I don't think I've ever done. I have a bag of Lavazza grand espresso coming later today so hopefully that is even better.
8 pound sampler from Sweet Maria's that included
- Bali panelokan Village
- Brazil Fazenda Santa Lucia Yellow Bourbon
- Burundi Busiga Maruri
- Colombia Planadas- Tres Fincas
- Congo Kivu Kahlehe Cooperative
- Costa Rica Jardin - Late Papaya
- Nicaragua Finca la Leguna
- Sumatra Mandheling Aceh Triple pick
Plus two that sounded interesting to me
- Burindi Kibumbu Kayokwe
- Tanzania Tarime Town Peaberry
A 6-cup Cuprinox Aluminium Moka espresso maker, a bargain for just €8,99 from my favourite gift shop in Magalluf, appropriately named "Aladdin's Cave"
Alongside my Liquid Refreshment Dispenser of choice, a pale green enamelled mug that I picked up at a Chinese Store in Palmanova for only €1. The coffee maker brews enough coffee to 3/4 fill the mug - it was the best Americano I've tasted for as long as I can remember.
After living in this apartment for over 10 years, I only just realised that the top of the extractor hood makes a convenient shelf for storage !!
The coffee is Aldi's own brand, not bad for just €1,09
I think I'll be trying a lot of different ground coffees in the near future - including Turkish coffee
Alongside my Liquid Refreshment Dispenser of choice, a pale green enamelled mug that I picked up at a Chinese Store in Palmanova for only €1. The coffee maker brews enough coffee to 3/4 fill the mug - it was the best Americano I've tasted for as long as I can remember.
After living in this apartment for over 10 years, I only just realised that the top of the extractor hood makes a convenient shelf for storage !!
The coffee is Aldi's own brand, not bad for just €1,09
I think I'll be trying a lot of different ground coffees in the near future - including Turkish coffee
A Coffee Grinder
Time will tell if I got a good deal or not, but I've seen similar grinders with different coloured wood on Amazon for anywhere from $29.50 to $36.99 and when I saw one at auction on eBay for 11,46 with free shipping the cheapskate in me couldn't resist bidding on it.
I won the auction, now it's just a case of waiting for delivery on a slow boat from China - hopefully I'll get it before Christmas
Even if I don't like the taste of the coffee - it will make a nice paperweight or a kitchen ornament
http://www.ebay.es/itm/282271885270?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Time will tell if I got a good deal or not, but I've seen similar grinders with different coloured wood on Amazon for anywhere from $29.50 to $36.99 and when I saw one at auction on eBay for 11,46 with free shipping the cheapskate in me couldn't resist bidding on it.
I won the auction, now it's just a case of waiting for delivery on a slow boat from China - hopefully I'll get it before Christmas
Even if I don't like the taste of the coffee - it will make a nice paperweight or a kitchen ornament
http://www.ebay.es/itm/282271885270?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Aldo's Coffee Seductive Blend.
Here's my latest acquisition
Just got two 1/2lb bags of Happy Cup delivered. This is my first order with them. Roasted, ordered, and shipped on Tuesday, delivered today. Impressed so far!
Twin Engine Nicaraguan Cigar Blend #1.
Santa showed up a little early, in time for holiday entertaining.
In my case Santa showed up about 8 months early. I'm very happy with my Vario and hope yours works out as well.Santa showed up a little early, in time for holiday entertaining.
Initial testing is very encouraging. Beats the old Cuisinart by about a hundred miles. I'm sure its a winner. Thanks!
Oooooo!!! Pretty!!!
Thanks Doak, I can't find the pressure basket for my espresso maker, so I haven't tried it yet, But my daily cups are awesome!
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