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I started my roasting journey on a Behmor 1600 and several months ago moved to a Quest M3s. I have an okay grasp on roasting practices, though I admittedly should do some more reading in books and on the web.
Anyway, I know there are basic guidelines for roasting,...
I purchased a Kaleido Sniper M2, and I was able to roast my first two batches today. Kaleido is a newer company that hasn't been mentioned before on HB. There are currently no distributors located in the United States, so I had to purchase from China.
Has anyone else had the problem of not being able to accomplish their roast in less than 15m? This seems way too long and I can't figure out what I'm doing wrong
Is it possible to get a green bean to sprout, and grow a coffee plant indoors? I tried but no luck. The few plants that I've seen growing indoors have all looked pretty sparse and tired.
This is a bit of a roast philosophy question, but I figured it might make for good discussion...
Lately, I've been roasting an Ethiopian natural with loads of berry tones, but I haven't been pleased with the cup. It's been dull, with an emphasis on caramelized sugars rather...
5 packages are going out today. I've contacted 30 interested buyers and have received replies from most. There might be some left, so don't hesitate to PM me. The days I can get to the post office is every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
please everyone what wrong with this log from artisan.
I decided to buy a roaster from a local company.After that he sent me a picture.
I'm a little curious Ask him, this picture chart shows that the coffee is actually roasted.
He replied to me that coffee roast is good, and...
My suggestion is that you form your own purchasing group. One person takes the lead. Hand goes up high and is willing to take the hit if someone comes up short.