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by UltramaticOrange
June 16th, 2020, 3:55 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 6
Views: 821

My new espresso machine - a Pasquini Livietta

$175 is an amazing price for this machine. What're the first two digits of the serial number? That'll denote the year of manufacture which is important for a reason that sounds scarier than it is: older models have an asbestos insulated boiler. Don't panic! As long as it isn't flaking (and it usuall...
by UltramaticOrange
January 14th, 2016, 4:41 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 6
Views: 170

Music to brew by

See the space between these two lines -> | That's how much fun you are
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by UltramaticOrange
January 14th, 2016, 4:16 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 6
Views: 170

Music to brew by

My mom worked in a kitchen when I was a kid. When she cut onions, she sang songs about crying. Needless to say, I want to build a playlist of songs about or mentioning coffee for when I'm brewing for multiple people. The only one I can think of off the top of my head is {video} Once we've
by UltramaticOrange
January 6th, 2016, 5:07 pm
Forum: Coffee Roasting
Replies: 11
Views: 2321

Quest M3 cheat sheet

I have experience doing this. Just don't even bother trying. Even in the milder winter weather of WA, you wouldn't be terribly happy with the results. Instead, I recommend setting up some ad-hoc ventilation by a window like the below. Just a simple 12v computer fan, an old 12v power adapter, some ri...
by UltramaticOrange
January 5th, 2016, 9:25 pm
Forum: Coffee Roasting
Replies: 11
Views: 2321

Quest M3 cheat sheet

I clean out my inbox and all my file backups are in post-move storage. Anyone have a copy of My Quest M3 cheat sheet handy for fellow HBer's?
by UltramaticOrange
December 22nd, 2015, 2:39 pm
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 21
Views: 1282

Bitter espresso. Is it me or my equipment?

Generally I would say that espresso that is both bitter and sour is caused by an inconsistent grind. There's a slim chance it could be a grind that's too fine (bitter) and water that is too cool (sour), or a grind too course (sour) and water too hot (bitter). All three have subtle differences in tas...
by UltramaticOrange
December 5th, 2015, 4:18 pm
Forum: Lever Espresso Machines
Replies: 2
Views: 67

Strong branded spring lever on craigslist

Thought I'd browse Portland craigslist just to see what machines were in the wild here and ran across this. At twice the cost of a Bezzera Strega, I'm left shrugging my shoulders, but I thought I'd share since I didn't find any mention of these after a quick search. {link}
by UltramaticOrange
November 11th, 2015, 9:27 pm
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 0
Views: 145

Interesting piece on milk alternatives

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by UltramaticOrange
November 4th, 2015, 8:59 am
Forum: Cafes and Get-togethers
Replies: 73
Views: 1677

Chicago/Milwaukee HB.com get-together?

Since I'll be moving to Portland in December, good timing. Logistics allowing, I'll bring along my fully "rebuilt and customized 49mm Pasquini Livietta (Olympia Maximatic)"
by UltramaticOrange
October 11th, 2015, 12:59 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 8031
Views: 1322205

Post a pic of your home espresso setup...

Thanks! Much appreciated. I've had a lot of extra time on my hands lately, so I've been focused on knocking out some projects that have gone stale and improving my overall skill. I'm glad to hear that it's showing!