Home Barista is developing a consolidated space for folks interested in buying or trading green coffee in one easy to manage location. If you are interested in distributing, acquiring, or trading green coffee, this is the thread to do so.
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I'm considering buying a fluid-bed home roaster to play around with, and it feels like there's really only one option in my price range. I know there's actually some other options out there, but the vast majority of info and recommendations I see point to the FreshRoast as a...
As I've settled into my espresso and coffee routine, I'm at the point where I don't have much more gear to get for my home set up, and as I love new gadgets, I'm thinking I might give roasting a try. I'm not looking to replace my daily coffee needs with home roasted coffee, but...
Sweet Maria's has just got the legendary Kenya Embu Gakui Peaberry back in stock for the first time since 2014. One of the most impressive Kenyans I've ever tasted, it was the topic of some discussion back then.
Previous discussion on this bean:
Kenya Gakui Peaberry
This thread is intended for discussion on Klatch's Super Wush (and other suppliers' lower-intensity versions). This has certainly been a bean with very polarized comments. Love it or not, it's very unique and seems to need its own thread.
Since hunting down exceptional greens can be a challenge nowadays maybe heads up are in order.
here are a few recent listed lots I just ordered that should have exceptional potential for espresso and/or brewed.
SM Kenya Nyeri Ngunguru
SM Aida Batlle El Salvador Finca...
As many of you know one of my favorite Artisan features is Talking Alarms. I really like the Phases set up to show degrees after First Crack Start using Phases LCD All. Hint for those that don't know these, search the Artisan blog for Talking Alarms and the Quick Start Guide for...
With all of the innovative roasting styles in recent years, some of us have turned toward enjoying well-done Italian roasts. This has included developing an enthusiastic following for Saka Caffè roasts after Ryan Lee graciously has distributed freshly imported coffees. Yesterday...
