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Monolith Conical vs. Flat (for straight shots)
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by osel » Jun 22, 2017, 11:00 pm » in Buying Advice

Machine I use is ECM Classika PID.

I heard that flat burrs need to be adjusted more often than conical. Does it mean I have to possibly waste a couple of shots everytime until I dial in? I also see that the Flat costs $500 more.

Do...
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Yesterday, 2:31 pm View the latest post
by chipman
Mazzer ZM
by James Mulryan » Jun 22, 2017, 10:59 pm » in Grinders

Anyone agree Mazzer ZM will be a game changer?
Always thought Mazzer looks and finish was top drawer, pretty sure the ZM will be equally easy on the eyes.

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Jun 24, 2017, 4:03 pm View the latest post
by pizzaman383
Confused by Mr. Espresso
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by RyanJE » Jun 23, 2017, 10:06 am » in Coffees

Hello All. So I will be in the Bay Area next week and frequent there basically monthly. I decided to try some coffee from Mr. Espresso since historically I go with all the newer 3rd wave shops in the area. I asked them how long post roast...
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Jun 24, 2017, 8:19 am View the latest post
by Balthazar_B
Bought a open box grinder, came used and dirty - thoughts?
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by syncroz » Jun 22, 2017, 8:41 pm » in Buying Advice

Quick question. I bought a "returned during 14 day trial" grinder from a national retailer online. It's the Sette 270. I wasn't expecting it to be brand-new, but was expecting it to look almost new. When it arrived, it doesn't...
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Jun 23, 2017, 7:46 pm View the latest post
by RockyIII
Induction Burner Suggestions
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by EspressoForge » Jun 23, 2017, 1:20 pm » in Buying Advice

Wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for induction burners, specifically for pour-over kettle usage.

I got a chance to use a commercial built-in model at the brew station at Counter Culture Coffee's lab, it was amazing...fast heat...
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Yesterday, 10:19 pm View the latest post
by EspressoForge
New Rocket R58 v2? Or anything better?
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by Oddaball » Jun 22, 2017, 2:15 pm » in Buying Advice

Hello!

Im about to buy a new machine, im thinking about the rocket r58 V2 2017 mod. Is there any other better machines in terms of cup quality in this price range? As for the grinder, i have an mazzer major.

Does the rocket need some...
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by Lilybell2
Looking for no citrus, smoky sweet espresso blends.
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by osel » Jun 22, 2017, 11:52 am » in Coffees

I'm looking for straight espresso, and prefer smoky, tobacco, brandy, dark, chocolate, sweet flavors without citrus. What would be some blends to try if I order online? Counterculture 46? Black Cat Classic?

p.s.
Having some trouble...
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Jun 24, 2017, 2:55 pm View the latest post
by osel
Olympia Cremina Without Dipper Tube
by wsfarrell » Jun 23, 2017, 11:23 pm » in Lever Espresso Machines

I just got another Cremina to rebuild and noticed, after pulling the group to add a teflon seal, that it lacked a dipper tube. I have a spare, but I'm wondering how this machine can draw water into the group without this tube. The machine...

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Yesterday, 5:34 pm View the latest post
by pelicanx
Sea level to 2000 meters, extraction all wrong.
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by kiboker » Jun 22, 2017, 3:24 pm » in Tips and Techniques

I'm a self taught barista but have been running a cafe for 3 years successfully in a beach town. I have a Coatepec coffee that I've been very pleased with (medium-dark roast). Recently though I moved to open a new shop at about 2000 meters...
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Today, 3:06 am View the latest post
by DeGaulle
What vintage lever espresso machine make the best tasting coffee?
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by ppaolo2 » Jun 20, 2017, 8:31 am » in Lever Espresso Machines

Hello,

in the last year I started reparing and refurbishing old classic lever machines, but since I own a ECM Mechanika IV for daily use, I never kept one for myself. I live in Italy so it's quite easy for me to find different used...
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Jun 23, 2017, 10:17 am View the latest post
by feitz
Trying to confirm double basket size on BDB 920XL
by iploya » Jun 23, 2017, 7:05 am » in Espresso Machines

Can someone please point me specifically to where you got the information that this has an 18g portafilter basket? I'm wondering if that was a previous model or version. On the 920XL purchased in December 2016, I find no such info in the...

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Yesterday, 1:24 pm View the latest post
by *sigh*
Please help me make the right choice - Grinder for espresso (and a little pour over)
by archiekay » Jun 22, 2017, 5:40 pm » in Buying Advice

I am looking to setup a Lapavoni or other lever machine with the right grinder. I have done lots of research and narrowed my choices to 3 models listed below.

I have a key issue, BUT firstly thanks for helping me out with yet another...

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Jun 24, 2017, 2:34 pm View the latest post
by archiekay
How to tell Chemex hand blown from classic?
by Richard » Jun 22, 2017, 6:43 pm » in Coffee Brewing

What are the visually distinguishing characteristics of a Chemex three-cup hand blown that identify it as such? How do you tell hand blown and machine made apart?

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Jun 24, 2017, 10:00 am View the latest post
by Richard
Prepping Palate for Cupping
by nickthorpie » Jun 23, 2017, 2:33 pm » in Tips and Techniques

There is tons of coverage on the internet about cupping practice, however amongst all of the guides, they all begin at the weighing and grinding process. I know that your ability to taste coffees is drastically altered depending on what...

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Jun 24, 2017, 1:32 am View the latest post
by another_jim
Fourth of July Sale
by WholeLatteLove » Jun 22, 2017, 3:42 pm » in Marketplace

Save for a limited time only!

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Jun 22, 2017, 3:42 pm View the latest post
by WholeLatteLove
La Marzocco Advanced Precision Basket. Is it the same as Strada basket?
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by DaumierS » Jun 21, 2017, 4:05 am » in Espresso Machines

LM sells them for only $11.79:

Are they good? Are they the same as the Strada baskets? I've read they are produced at the same factory as VST baskets. Are they comparable to VST?
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Jun 23, 2017, 6:37 pm View the latest post
by DaumierS
What a difference a better espresso machine makes.
by 4CrazyKids » Jun 21, 2017, 12:21 pm » in Buying Advice

So... over the past couple of months I've been on the hunt for the right machine. I've considered manual levers, HX, semi-auto levers, the whole 9 yards. I've been using a Saeco Aroma machine with a bottomless portafilter for a couple of...

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Jun 23, 2017, 9:43 pm View the latest post
by salvia
New Arrivals
by WholeLatteLove » Jun 22, 2017, 3:29 pm » in Marketplace

The Casa V is a perfect machine for prosumer beginners. With a small but powerful 0.4 l boiler, it can reach brew temperature in just 5 - 7 minutes, and steam temperature in just over one minute.
The commercial steam wand is fully...

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Jun 22, 2017, 3:29 pm View the latest post
by WholeLatteLove
Some advice before purchasing Nuova Simonelli Oscar II
by ytm » Jun 23, 2017, 1:22 pm » in Buying Advice

Hi everyone,

After years of using a moka pot, I decided to upgrade and get an Espresso machine, and after some research I decided to buy Nuova Simonelli's Oscar II, along with a Compak K3 grinder, which I feel is good enough as entry...

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Yesterday, 7:58 pm View the latest post
by Nick Name
Mazzer Super Jolly Problem
by tayloreley » Jun 23, 2017, 10:46 pm » in Repairs, Restorations & Mods

I picked up a super jolly today from the local classifieds for super cheap and I couldn't be more excited!... Well, I couldn't have been more excited but I realized when I got home that I checked to see how sharp the burrs were but I...

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Jun 24, 2017, 6:34 pm View the latest post
by RockyIII

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