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by kidloco
April 9th, 2024, 11:07 am
Forum: Tips and Techniques
Replies: 26
Views: 920

When distilled water is a good thing...

Didn't you write this: "But until recently, I was still, no matter what I did, getting kinda bleh espresso. Finer grind, lighter tamping, whatever... I couldn 't really tell much of a difference. I was convinced others were simply tasting what I couldn't appreciate (much like alcoholic beverages... ...
by kidloco
April 6th, 2024, 10:28 pm
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 44
Views: 2500

Weber EG-1 noises on fine grind settings

I am in shock that you cannot send the NEW item back and get a replacement. It costs a used car in some countries and does not work correctly. The things we let slide are just getting ridiculous
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by kidloco
March 25th, 2024, 5:15 am
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 23
Views: 875

Dull, flat flavour with V60 and 1Zpresso SP6

Looks too coarse. Drop to 4.3-4.5, and use 90-92 degrees, also I have great results with the 4:6 technique. On top of that, check your water
by kidloco
March 9th, 2024, 1:49 am
Forum: Knockbox
Replies: 22
Views: 874

New idea for avoiding WDT

A few months ago, I ordered a Hedone Honne grinder for a fraction of the price of Versalab. I never looked back, and my upgrades stopped. I had Option O for all models, Kafatek MC4 and Mahlkonig, among others... I have never been so satisfied. 18kg of pure happiness. Pulled a lot of shots without WD...
by kidloco
February 23rd, 2024, 5:15 am
Forum: Coffees
Replies: 31
Views: 1959

Any roasters on par with Howell and Wendelboe?

Went through 4-5 bags of La Cabra still waiting to be impressed
by kidloco
January 1st, 2024, 5:59 am
Forum: Grinders
Replies: 72
Views: 7084

Best Pour Over Grinder

I have ZP6 and Pietro, but they give different profiles, I would say. Pourover is a strange beast and very individual. Also, not every coffee works well with every grinder. I still drink wonderful cups in local cafe from Ek43 with stock burrs as they come now. Last 2-3 days I was trying different th...
by kidloco
December 12th, 2023, 9:22 pm
Forum: Coffee Brewing
Replies: 2
Views: 251

Abaca filters decoding

Hello everyone, I am trying to be more serious about my brews. Abaca is making it harder Have you visited the site recently? {link} Now I don't get it anymore... What would be the difference between T-92 and TH-1 now? What are Abaca+ ones now... Why do they do this to us
by kidloco
August 27th, 2023, 9:59 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 10
Views: 580

Espazzola Looks Interesting, But...

I bought a Chinese copy for about 12 USD. I use it for about 2 years now and it is still perfect
by kidloco
August 27th, 2023, 9:56 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 14
Views: 1393

La Marzocco Linea Micra users and plastic portafilter

Sometimes, I split shots, I was thinking about these plastic things before I bought it. However, now when I use it I just see how good idea is it actually. Very practical
by kidloco
August 25th, 2023, 8:04 am
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 22
Views: 4005

Help! Steaming milk on La Marzocco Linea Micra

That is my video. There you go: {video}