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by naimnut
November 7th, 2022, 12:51 pm
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 508
Views: 55009

The hunt for best Italian roasted coffee beans

Thanks for the reminder about Spella. Yeah! I'd forgotten about them. I think they're gonna be the source for my next bag 'o beans
by naimnut
November 3rd, 2022, 2:36 pm
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 508
Views: 55009

The hunt for best Italian roasted coffee beans

Several questions - Greetings, all. I used to spend quite a bit of time on this forum but haven't been back for years. I have been enjoying this thread on Italian roasted espressos and have made my way up to about page 18. Here are my questions: - Having been brought up in the "use
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by naimnut
February 20th, 2016, 6:43 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 3
Views: 1272

Understanding the principles of extraction: Fine grind, light tamp vs. coarser grind, firmer tamp

I achieve pretty consistent and satisfactory results with my current technique but would like to hear what others have to say. I am using a Vario grinder and Quickmill Vetrano 2B. Here's my question; I typically grind fairly fine and use a light tamp. If I used the standard "30 lb. of force" tamp I'...
by naimnut
January 15th, 2013, 3:08 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 36
Views: 3412

New espresso machine for a home setting, 2-4 shots each morning, an Americano/espresso in evening

Good explanation of where you're at. I think we've all been there - realizing that our coffee obsession is driving us to the next level of investment. Of time, of money, of attention. That's how we ended up on this board. In answer to one of your questions, I think you MUST have better grinder. Give...
by naimnut
August 17th, 2012, 3:20 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 8031
Views: 1322207

Post a pic of your home espresso setup...

by naimnut
July 21st, 2012, 1:47 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 106
Views: 264088

Brewing ratios for espresso beverages

I'm so glad somebody posted a link to this thread. It's been great reading but also a great inspiration for reexamining my shots. And basically getting closer to 100% ratios and ending my shots earlier. Really fun stuff. Of course, its probably only fun for geeks
by naimnut
July 14th, 2012, 3:21 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 2
Views: 1823

Espresso volume, crema and net shot size

I dose at 17 grams or so for a 2 oz. double. Initially, more than half the shot is crema. I notice that as the crema settles the remaining net size of the shot is a little less than 1.5 oz. This got me thinking of a couple of questions. 1. When folks talk about a typical shot
by naimnut
June 28th, 2012, 1:36 pm
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 106
Views: 16091

Nominees for "Favorite Espresso Blends 2012" review

Caffe d'Arte follow-up: I am now trying a pound of their organic, fair trade, swiss-water-processed decaf. It is totally different and I think I'm really going to like this one
by naimnut
June 27th, 2012, 3:06 pm
Forum: Cafes and Get-togethers
Replies: 3
Views: 1916

Seattle barista training?

As a fellow Seattle area coffee lover, and after a year of messing with espresso and moving from Rocky to Cunill El Tranquilo to Vario and from Gaggia to Oscar to Office Pulser to Brewtus II I've decided I'm now a beginner. There's just so much to learn. I'm planning on improving my skills, in parti...
by naimnut
June 27th, 2012, 2:06 pm
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 106
Views: 16091

Nominees for "Favorite Espresso Blends 2012" review

Do you know what temperature you are at? I would not describe any of the flavors I am getting as bitter, but right now I am pulling their Parioli and the decaf espresso. I probably have gotten some slightly bitter flavors from the Capri, but in general I've found that blend very palatable. For the m...