Coffee Talk: a coffee thread
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Re: Coffee Talk: a coffee thread
Tried the new espresso machine today and it’s awesome for $97 + shipping!
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Thank you, @Miggyd87!! Really appreciate knowing the user experience. Good to know about the sale.
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Made a cup this afternoon. Doctored up a bit with some filters.
Bam!
Bam!
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Is espresso machine pump pressure different than the quoted pressure usually seen at the actual pressed coffee? I’m seeing 7-9 bar or whatever, but a lot of machines run up to 19 or more.
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Just read a good review for this manual Flair Pro 2.
I prefer the more basic look of their Neo, but the pressure gauge above is pretty fun.
You can have utility and beauty, for a price. Their 58x:
I prefer the more basic look of their Neo, but the pressure gauge above is pretty fun.
You can have utility and beauty, for a price. Their 58x:
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I've considered purchasing one of these lever espresso machines. Cost is very attractive at $150-300, but the thermal management seemed a bit like way to much effort.BostonCharlie wrote: ↑Thu Feb 24, 2022 1:01 pm Just read a good review for this manual Flair Pro 2.
I prefer the more basic look of their Neo, but the pressure gauge above is pretty fun.
You can have utility and beauty, for a price. Their 58x:
Having to keep the chamber hot/warm than do all the prep quickly so not to lose to much heat in the chamber...eh.
To much effort for me, but they do look fantastic!
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Given that cleaning a milk frother can be a bit of a chore, would you recommend buying it as a separate thing (seems to be cheaper that way) vs getting an expresso machine with a frother function?
Thanks.
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Milk frother can do both hot and cold. An espresso machine will have a steam wand, and it takes a bit of technique to produce foamed milk. Also it will only be warm (no cold/room temp). I also agree that a milk frother is a PITA to clean.
Personally, I would use a French press. It works very well considering it's not originally designed for it.
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Thanks, @Miggyd87! I did not know using a French press for frothing is a thing!!! I like it.Miggyd87 wrote: ↑Fri Feb 25, 2022 6:17 pmMilk frother can do both hot and cold. An espresso machine will have a steam wand, and it takes a bit of technique to produce foamed milk. Also it will only be warm (no cold/room temp). I also agree that a milk frother is a PITA to clean.
Personally, I would use a French press. It works very well considering it's not originally designed for it.
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Something I'd like to try.Robotaz wrote: ↑Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:20 pm Getting past cost considerations, thoughts?
https://cometeer.com/products/pilot-program/medium_dark
I've been interested in things like this, and those concentrated coffee syrups. The cost has been the only thing keeping me away.
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The concept is interesting and I wouldn't mind trying it. Ultimately it would all come down to how it tastes, I don't like instant coffee, which is freeze dried, and how often I would want to make one of the non-standard coffee varients.Robotaz wrote: ↑Sat Feb 26, 2022 9:20 pm Getting past cost considerations, thoughts?
https://cometeer.com/products/pilot-program/medium_dark
If someone does try them, I'd love to hear their experiences with them.
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