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Originally Posted by Gunner

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Thinblueline

It was giving 20% off anything


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Thanks Gunner. I use Honey (which is fantastic) and that code was included. It wound up using Drinkingbros, which also gave 20% off the entire order.

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Originally Posted by Mtneer

Just roasted another batch today. I usually do about 1 lb at a time to last me almost 2 weeks. Takes 20 minutes/batch but you only have to be there for the final 5. Main thing is good ventilation. This is not an in-the-house thing if you like darker roasts. I roast in the garage with the door and windows open.

https://www.sweetmarias.com/instructions

I starteted with various DIY roasters (ther whirlypop/air roaster was the best), roasting on the porch. Finally graduated to a Behmor drum roaster.

It's an investment that pays off after a couple years. Green beans cost about $6/lb (roasted weight) versus about $12/lb for premium coffee, delivered. If you go through 2 lbs/month, that's a $144/yr savings. You get better control of your roast darkness, plus have endless options on varietals and blends, and of course the freshest coffee possible.

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Thanks for the information! :)

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Originally Posted by hollohas

I haven't worked up to a drum roaster yet like Mnteer, but I do use a standalone roaster. Like Mnteer said, many people start with a hot air popcorn popper.

The roaster I use is a Nesco. The unique thing about it is it has a catalytic converter that eliminates the smoke so you can roast right on your kitchen counter. It also does a decent job of collecting the chaff and has a cooling function which is nice. However, the one drawback is the roast times are too long for my taste. I fight that problem by roasting a bit smaller batches. Also, it's loud so it's hard to hear the cracks. If you're someone who uses a bunch of coffee in a drip machine, this roaster might not keep up with your demand. I drink almost exclusively espresso with the occasional single serve or aeropress on the weekends so roasting twice a week keeps me with coffee. If I'm making cold brew which uses A LOT of coffee, I use store bought.

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That's good to know. We go through a minimum of 2 pots per day, and more on the weekend. Sounds like the Nesco won't work for us, although it's a nice-looking machine.

Just an update. Everyone loves the BRCC coffeee (I really like the Silencer Smooth, but I've only been through that and Just Black - Beyond Black is up next)
I also didn't look closely - the Ak-47 is an Espresso. Anyone interested in trading a bag for it?

Someone here at work also recommended Alpha Coffee, another veteran-owned coffee company. Does anyone have experience with it?
https://alpha.coffee/

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Originally Posted by mattiooo

Someone here at work also recommended Alpha Coffee, another veteran-owned coffee company. Does anyone have experience with it?
https://alpha.coffee/

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I haven't had Alpha Coffee. But I was curious and checked out their website.

Boy, the "About Us" section is all about being warriors..."warrior ethos", "warrior mentality" and "warrior spirit".

Who knew making coffee was so hardcore?

Dazbog KGBlend

Here is a science article about coffee, for the enthusiasts.
I've read a few science articles from this site, but I can't tell if I like the site yet or not.
https://www.inverse.com/article/4257...al-society-for

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Originally Posted by Irving

Here is a science article about coffee, for the enthusiasts.
I've read a few science articles from this site, but I can't tell if I like the site yet or not.
https://www.inverse.com/article/4257...al-society-for

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I've always read that you need to keep the coffee beans away from moisture, yet they recommend storing them in the fridge. At least in these parts, there's a hell of a lot more moisture in my fridge than in my pantry.

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Originally Posted by Gman

I've always read that you need to keep the coffee beans away from moisture, yet they recommend storing them in the fridge. At least in these parts, there's a hell of a lot more moisture in my fridge than in my pantry.

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For most locales, the refrigerator provides 2 things: humidity control and temperature control. You want to protect the beans from oxygen, temperature changes (or extreme heat in general), and humidity. In Colorado, I generally store my beans in airtight containers or at least plastic bags with the air squeezed out inside a cupboard where the temperature remains fairly stable.