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by TomC
11 hours ago
Forum: Coffee Roasting
Replies: 4
Views: 119

Underdeveloped coffee

Welcome to HB John! what was your charge weight for this roast? Are we talking about a solid drum or perforated drum? if you like light roasts and you're spending 1+ minute post first crack, then id hesitate to say that you might want to adjust your settings to spend more time in the middle phase of...
by TomC
April 21st, 2024, 8:46 pm
Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
Replies: 3
Views: 404

Argos follow up

Pretty sure Ray is referring to follow up, from his earlier post this month. I definitely like the LM steam wand versus their original that looks a lot rougher in finish. Jim Schulman, Ira and I spent a good bit of time at their booth at SCA Expo. If I didn't already own a mountain of vintage and
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by TomC
April 20th, 2024, 12:29 pm
Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
Replies: 22
Views: 637

1959 Faema Urania Three Group Hydraulic with Hotel Group

That's in remarkable condition! I can't believe it's that complete too. It looks like it just got pulled out of service! Nice find!
by TomC
April 20th, 2024, 12:03 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 58
Views: 3568

Fellow Aiden anyone?

I'm impressed by its heat retention and insulation. I got a good look at it at EXPO, but didn't hang around to try any brew on it. I also like the carafe design, it'll be very easy to clean. Plus it's feature set blows the Moccamaster out of the water
by TomC
April 18th, 2024, 1:57 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 12
Views: 251

7g VST/LM Single Shot Basket Tips

this is a good read if you haven't seen it already. "What's the best single basket."
by TomC
April 18th, 2024, 1:26 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 58
Views: 3568

Fellow Aiden anyone?

you're asking the good question. im at the precipice of shifting from the moccamaster to the Aiden as well. the Aiden is definitely more compelling in terms of features. I only hope it lasts as long. then we'll all be winners
by TomC
April 14th, 2024, 4:50 pm
Forum: Cafes and Get-togethers
Replies: 19
Views: 984

SCA Expo 2024 - Chicago

Great time catching up with familiar faces and new folks!
by TomC
April 12th, 2024, 8:38 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 28
Views: 1517

Best grinder aesthetically for KDVW Speedster

{image} My Speedster and Titus look nice together
by TomC
April 6th, 2024, 3:07 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 8
Views: 685

Titus In-house 68 Hybrid

I wasn't aware of the Discord discussion but I've searched for it. so far, I've been able to find the Titus thread but not the Titus discussion section, so if anyone can share a link, id appreciate it, I searched on their forum and nothing came up. Ive been more than pleased with my Titus for the pa...
by TomC
April 4th, 2024, 11:59 pm
Forum: Coffee Roasting
Replies: 3
Views: 117

Greens into Canada

Thank you for sharing this. Im betting it'll be useful for our close-border friends on HB