Skylark Posted January 16, 2017 Posted January 16, 2017 I have to say that this grinder surprised me. It has very good ergonomics, you only use your thumb and index finger to grip the knob. It grinds at least 3 times faster than my porlex and loading/unloading is very easy. I paid the same price as a porlex mini when I backed the kickstarter project and this grinder gives you so much more in terms of ergonomics, speed, grind quality and looks. Having said all this, my Madebyknock grinder still grinds faster and smoother than the Handground but it costs three times as much!Not bad then!Do you have a link to their Kickstarter or Website?
Skylark Posted January 16, 2017 Posted January 16, 2017 Seems like potentially a good deal, in the classifieds for R3800, what is this machine like: Classic Gaggia Max Coffee Machine/Grinder/KnockBoxhttps://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/229190-classic-gaggia-max-coffee-machinegrinderknockbox/
the nerd Posted January 16, 2017 Posted January 16, 2017 Seems like potentially a good deal, in the classifieds for R3800, what is this machine like: Classic Gaggia Max Coffee Machine/Grinder/KnockBoxhttps://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/229190-classic-gaggia-max-coffee-machinegrinderknockbox/ I have used this machine myself... this exact one! Its a beautiful little machine!!!
Skylark Posted January 16, 2017 Posted January 16, 2017 I have used this machine myself... this exact one! Its a beautiful little machine!!!It's got the looks as well! What's the grinder like?
the nerd Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 It's got the looks as well!What's the grinder like? I can't recall if its stepped or stepless but grinds pretty consistently. It is perfectly suited to the machine!
Frosty Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 First cup made this morning with the new ABID clever dripper, and another with the V60.Chalk and cheese - can't believe I fell for the trap of thinking it would be better (with the V60). iteachcoffee 1
iteachcoffee Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 First cup made this morning with the new ABID clever dripper, and another with the V60.Chalk and cheese - can't believe I fell for the trap of thinking it would be better (with the V60).he he, told you so, you cannot compare immersion with drip through! The V60 looks so cool though. When I judge competitions, the competitors so often fall into the v60 trap, handicapping themselves unnecessarily. Frosty, the nerd and Rocket-Boy 3
Letum911 Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 Does anyone know of a decent book out there where I can read up on the various methods of making coffee, some history and how to make an all round better cup of coffee? I am considering a short course but haven't found something similar to Truth's appreciation course. Could someone point me in a direction? PS. When I start something new I tend to go apesh!t on info until I know what I want to know about it. iteachcoffee 1
SpruitCommuter Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) I was given this: http://www.loot.co.za/product/james-hoffmann-the-world-atlas-of-coffee/lwgw-2966-ga50?referrer=pricecheckcampaigns&utm_source=PriceCheck&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=PriceCheck It's a nice book (although I actually ended up exchanging it for another non-coffee book). Seems to get decent reviews too:https://www.amazon.com/World-Atlas-Coffee-Explored-Explained/dp/1770854703#customerReviews Does anyone know of a decent book out there where I can read up on the various methods of making coffee, some history and how to make an all round better cup of coffee? I am considering a short course but haven't found something similar to Truth's appreciation course. Could someone point me in a direction? PS. When I start something new I tend to go apesh!t on info until I know what I want to know about it. Edited January 17, 2017 by SpruitCommuter Letum911 1
Skylark Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 My ABID dripper arrived a short while ago, not sure what some of the Amazon guys were saying but I can see it's very well designed, nice heavy gauge plastic, lots of over engineering with flutes and support bridges etc, can't see it cracking unless you went full retard. Quality product, can't wait for the first brew, I like that it has a Truth logo screenprinted on it, classy. Barista booklet looks very cool, nice reference to keep handy. Thanks to iteachcoffee! Frosty, Letum911 and iteachcoffee 3
Vlamrouge Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 Does anyone know of a decent book out there where I can read up on the various methods of making coffee, some history and how to make an all round better cup of coffee? I was given this: http://www.loot.co.za/product/james-hoffmann-the-world-atlas-of-coffee/lwgw-2966-ga50?referrer=pricecheckcampaigns&utm_source=PriceCheck&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=PriceCheck It's a nice book (although I actually ended up exchanging it for another non-coffee book). Seems to get decent reviews too:https://www.amazon.com/World-Atlas-Coffee-Explored-Explained/dp/1770854703#customerReviews My wife gave me the same book for Christmas, must say, really enjoyed it. There is a lot of information regarding the different origins of coffee, which I didn't really read in depth, but the other information was really interesting. I have a really nice brewing guide book from Clive coffee that Yuppiechef use to sell.Have a look at their website for more info https://clivecoffee.com/category/brewing-guides/ Stumptown also have a good brew guide section on their website: https://www.stumptowncoffee.com/brew-guides iteachcoffee 1
Rocket-Boy Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 My dad has an aeropress and it's great, just a bit timely when you need to make more than 1 cup. Why not capsule machines?The problem with capsule machines is that the coffee they produce is weak, expensive, stale and the capsules are harmful to the environment.I have a nespresso that I have not used in around a year, I cant justify paying around R9 for a shot of weak espresso from that when I can make much better one for less in another device.
V12man Posted January 17, 2017 Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Does anyone know of a decent book out there where I can read up on the various methods of making coffee, some history and how to make an all round better cup of coffee? I am considering a short course but haven't found something similar to Truth's appreciation course. Could someone point me in a direction? PS. When I start something new I tend to go apesh!t on info until I know what I want to know about it.The professional baristas handbook by Scott Rao is the first one to get - the second one is the science of espresso by Ernesto Illy - but it's lethally expensive and a worth having on your coffee table under Scott's book edit - links to booksScott Rao - and by the way - he is a super nice guy - met him a couple of years agohttps://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_2_9?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=scott+rao&sprefix=scott+rao%2Caps%2C492&crid=GDE8HRPVDD9H Illy book https://www.amazon.com/Espresso-Coffee-Second-Science-Quality/dp/0123703719 This is a great reference book - but strictly for geeks... and people with coffee tables.... cheaper to buy from the new and used section by farhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0123703719/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all Edited January 18, 2017 by V12man Letum911 1
Plentipotential Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 (edited) Followed this thread for a while. Interesting. I guess coffee is a very personal love affair for each individual. For me the best I have tasted to date is Illy out Of an Isomac I bought 20 years ago, R 1000.00. Lot of money back then. After a while the hassle of making one cup drove me to a Moka pot I got at Adams for 70 bucks, in fact one at home one at the office. Camping gaz does the heating. Real easy. Edited January 19, 2017 by Plentipotential
Skylark Posted January 20, 2017 Posted January 20, 2017 Plentipotental, how has your experience been with the dripper, not making the coffee the way you prefer? I've been using the Aeropress for the last few yrs, I prefer the ABID dripper process, its more like a tea ritual, slow and relaxed, also easier to make and clean up, the Ap tends to squirt out the sides a little, as they get older also quite difficult to press down(assuming the holes in the able filter narrow with coffee oils). I'm not sure on the results, not as much flavor as the Ap, seems a little flat. I am getting flavors I've never had before, some very nutty walnut flavors are predominant. I'm I've been using iteachcoffee's timings/process, probably not to the letter though! Any tips or hints I can try with the ABID to get a better brew?
iteachcoffee Posted January 20, 2017 Posted January 20, 2017 Plentipotental, how has your experience been with the dripper, not making the coffee the way you prefer? I've been using the Aeropress for the last few yrs, I prefer the ABID dripper process, its more like a tea ritual, slow and relaxed, also easier to make and clean up, the Ap tends to squirt out the sides a little, as they get older also quite difficult to press down(assuming the holes in the able filter narrow with coffee oils). I'm not sure on the results, not as much flavor as the Ap, seems a little flat. I am getting flavors I've never had before, some very nutty walnut flavors are predominant. I'm I've been using iteachcoffee's timings/process, probably not to the letter though! Any tips or hints I can try with the ABID to get a better brew?are you monitoring temperature and time? try grinding finer? the details are wherin the magic lives, I assure you! Frosty and Skylark 2
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