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by Netphilosopher
September 25th, 2013, 1:21 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 10
Views: 2951

French Pull [video]

The paper filter has essentially no effect on oils. Once you pull the coffee through the grounds, the oil amount drops dramatically. One misconception is that the paper filter is the reason some methods have more oils than others. It's the filter absorbing the oils, and when the "filter" is a cake b...
by Netphilosopher
September 23rd, 2013, 3:53 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 10
Views: 2951

French Pull [video]

Done with playing with the method for a while - too much other stuff to do. Bottom line: it works. The grounds create an extremely effective cake filter. The resulting grounds are very low in residual moisture, and it seals very well because the grounds push the edges of the filter out - BUT you mus...
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by Netphilosopher
September 23rd, 2013, 3:42 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 18
Views: 1763

Value priced refractometers.

I would research refractometers before making any purchasing decisions. Consider ease of use and accuracy
by Netphilosopher
September 16th, 2013, 7:38 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 9
Views: 988

Formula for optimal brew ratio, given TDS/Ex

BTW, there is no "optimal". Pick an amount of coffee, an amount of water. Control the brewing process to desired taste
by Netphilosopher
September 16th, 2013, 7:28 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 9
Views: 988

Formula for optimal brew ratio, given TDS/Ex

Interesting discussion
by Netphilosopher
September 13th, 2013, 7:56 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 19
Views: 2235

Brewing Method Recommendations for Book

Also - the Hario Mini is not great without some fussing, and I find it doesn't provide consistency over time. Way too much center axle motion. It's only a tick better than a whirlyblade. Unfortunately, that means there isn't a really good option for hand grinders in the budget range (<$60). There ar...
by Netphilosopher
September 13th, 2013, 7:05 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 19
Views: 2235

Brewing Method Recommendations for Book

But there are techniques and methods that are less sensitive to grind. (note: I said "LESS" not "INsensitive") If you're careful, you can still get a whirlyblade coffee chopper to work fine for French Press
by Netphilosopher
August 31st, 2013, 2:42 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 15
Views: 2057

Temperature profile of the Clever Dripper

I've also found that if the hold temperature is too high (>170degF), like sitting on a hotplate, the brew will start to go bitter/sour in about 25-40 minutes. Several friends/coworkers have had really good luck by hot brewing semi-concentrated, allowing to cool (or even putting into a fridge covered...
by Netphilosopher
August 30th, 2013, 11:14 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 24
Views: 1903

Clever Coffee Dripper TDS before & after draw down?

TDS is one of the measurements for coffee brewing
by Netphilosopher
August 29th, 2013, 4:42 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 15
Views: 2057

Temperature profile of the Clever Dripper

Temperature isn't as critical as it seems. Stay below 205°F for best taste