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by Stanzi1aticlouddotcom
3 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 65
Views: 26242

Most reliable brand of espresso machines?

With regard to the use of "exotic woods" on a Tamper's handle: There are a LOT of other choices other than using wood that likely is coming from out of our Rain Forest. I do hope I'm not going off topic & within the Home Barista's guidelines. But the
by drgary
27 minutes ago
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 32
Views: 385

Moka pot question about the amount of coffee in the filter basket

FWIW just user experience here. I have 3 and 6 cup Bialetti moka pots that both work well for me. I put a paper filter on the bottom of the shower screen/top of the coffee bed (not inside, where it can get sucked into the funnel). This makes a cleaner cup. I always stop the brew by dipping the base
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by buckersss
32 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 3
Views: 122

Have owned a La Pavoni Professional for over a year... need decent grinder.

It's above your budget but I'd say splurge for a pietro
by finermac
46 minutes ago
Forum: Buy/Sell
Replies: 0
Views: 845

[FS] Genesis Basecamp System accessories

Selling my "Genesis Basecamp System" accessories. I occasionally used the pot to fetch tap water to my coffee machine when I tired of using my Indian kettle. The rest of the time they are put aside. The adapter connect a 20 lb propane tank to a Jetboil stove. New is $190 Asking $90 shipped conus OBO If you have any
by Dago52
48 minutes ago
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 1613
Views: 161611

La Marzocco Linea Micra

{image} {image} {image} {image} {image} So, I was under the assumption that the delivery date from Tazmanian freight was delivery to my door. The delivery date is the date delivered to the local freight company. I was able to call them & change it from delivery to pick up to have the Micra for Easter weekend. After picking
by Jeff
50 minutes ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 59
Views: 2073

Meaningful upgrade from Lelit Bianca V3

Having spent quite a lot of time working with the Micra and several grinders across a range of roast levels, it seems clear that we have different opinions. My comments on the Micra at "La Marzocco Linea Micra Espresso Machine Review"
by JayBeck
1 hour ago
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 59
Views: 2073

Meaningful upgrade from Lelit Bianca V3

What is your definition of contemporary espresso? I pull Manhattan filter roasts perfectly with Micra/Key. Easy peasy. Preinfusion beyond stock is not required not spro-over allonge nonsense
by ari-gato
1 hour ago
Forum: Water
Replies: 7
Views: 85

Breville Dual Boiler

Awesome thanks
by jpender
1 hour ago
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 32
Views: 385

Moka pot question about the amount of coffee in the filter basket

Thanks for that. FWIW, the Moka Express 3-cup is 2.1cm deep and 5.5cm diameter. To first approximation puck resistance goes up linearly with bed depth. And the higher the resistance the higher the water temperature must be to overcome that resistance, for a given flow rate
by ei8htohms
1 hour ago
Forum: Cafes and Get-togethers
Replies: 10
Views: 289

Espresso tourism in and around Beverly Hills

Next stop: Be Bright Coffee (on Melrose) This place is downright cheery. The service was exceedingly friendly and the espresso was delicious. The space is brightly lit and decorated and they even have a little play area for small children. Will perk you right up. {image} {image} {image} {link} They also