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by RegulatorJohnson
December 3rd, 2015, 6:52 pm
Forum: Cafes and Get-togethers
Replies: 5
Views: 217

KVDW Spirit @ Cogniscenti in Culver City

hey thanks merle! glad you enjoyed your coffee. if you get back again say hello. see you later. jon
by RegulatorJohnson
November 5th, 2015, 12:08 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 9
Views: 702

Speed of changing milk temperature when steaming

the thermometer is lagging and taking a second to catch. the fastest and most accurate thermometer is your hand, and you HAVE TWO OF THEM!!! how awesome is that
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by RegulatorJohnson
October 19th, 2012, 8:22 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 19
Views: 2352

Weighing coffee

i like one that zeros/tares quickly. also the smooth glass top ones with no buttons will respond to drop of water hitting the surface of the control area
by RegulatorJohnson
May 27th, 2012, 8:11 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 85
Views: 44794

Quick look at Breville Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

If you can believe it. A friend/my boss sold his GS/3 to get the BDB. And he is super happy. I went over and checked it out. Now I have one also. These machines are no joke. Totally worth it at twice the price. I love this machine. Jon
by RegulatorJohnson
May 26th, 2012, 9:43 am
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 85
Views: 44794

Quick look at Breville Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

i have been using one for a few weeks. it is amazing. makes awesome shots. steams great milk. {image} condensation in the gauge? i got it also. i wonder if its from backflushing and pushing some up into there? maybe a longer tube? i bet it will go away too. i love this machine
by RegulatorJohnson
April 8th, 2012, 11:25 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 28
Views: 2683

First espresso machine/grinder with budget around $1000

The breville double boiler is NO JOKE! BELIEVE IT ALL. I work at cognoscenti coffee in LA. I am a working barista, I pull over 200 shots per shift/6 days a week on a La marzocco gb5. I think I can tell you with general certainty that I can be trusted to recommend gear. The breville
by RegulatorJohnson
January 8th, 2012, 8:06 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 15
Views: 11968

Knock out the puck immediately or leave it until next shot?

Do you use dishes then put them away dirty, then wash them right before use? Of course you dont, I hope you can make the connection. Not only is it gross but it will make your gear a little harder to clean. It will also shorten the life of your grouphead screen. If it pops like a snapple or
by RegulatorJohnson
January 6th, 2012, 10:31 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 15
Views: 11968

Knock out the puck immediately or leave it until next shot?

get the puck outta there!!
by RegulatorJohnson
December 31st, 2011, 6:30 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 28
Views: 2301

What Espresso Surprises Did Santa Leave For You?

I got to share some of this with co-workers. It was pretty tasty. {image}
by RegulatorJohnson
December 31st, 2011, 11:15 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 32
Views: 14570

How Much to Spend on a Tamper?

{image} I am a working barista. My preferred tamper is a cherry wood(i think) c-flat made by RB. I use it 100's of times in a shift I work about 6 days a week. I can tell you that I like a tamper that feels nice as far as weight goes. I like something that has a handle that