Coffee Suggestions

[Gunner]

Try code

Thinblueline

It was giving 20% off anything


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[mattiooo]

Try code

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.

[TheGrey]

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.

Thanks for the information!

[TheGrey]

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.

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.

[mattiooo]

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/

[hollohas]

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

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?

[BPTactical]

Dazbog KGBlend

[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

[Gman]

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

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.

[Aloha_Shooter]

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.

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.