Coffee machine

[Frosty]

http://www.truthcoffee.com/shop/equipment/aeropress/ also R695 at us, but I could have my arm twisted to do a bundle with coffee if anyone is keen?

I am in CPT (Kleinmond to be precise) from Friday until Tuesday. So perhaps a visit is in order - can't confirm which day (yet).

[the nerd]

having said that, if filter coffee is your thing, this is better, cheaper and almost lasts forever (and how I choose to make coffee at home in spite of having almost everything at my disposal: http://www.truthcoffee.com/shop/equipment/abid-clever-coffee-dripper/

I use my v60 when not using an espresso machine over my aeropress.

[iteachcoffee]

I use my v60 when not using an espresso machine over my aeropress.

try an ABID over the V60, time control without needing to change the grind! a revelation, seriously.

[the nerd]

try an ABID over the V60, time control without needing to change the grind! a revelation, seriously.

At that price its totally worth it just for trying! I'll order one next week

[barrykm]

Please tell me more about the reusable pods:-

 

http://www.truthcoffee.com/shop/bundle/gift-pack-2/

[iteachcoffee]

Please tell me more about the reusable pods:-

 

http://www.truthcoffee.com/shop/bundle/gift-pack-2/

simple plastic device with one way valve/flap. Lid clips open and closed for re-filling. Each one should be re-useable a few hundred times. There is a void where the spikes would normally pierce a pod. so zero damage to machines (unlike some replicas) not that the grind size is hugely important and needs to be tweaked. coffee too bitter/flows too slowly grind coarser. Too fast/sour grind finer. 3 in a pack.

 

hope this helps?

[barrykm]

Thanks very much, it sounds like the answer to my Nespresso cost concerns, at least in the short to medium term.

[Snailtrail021]

Looking for suggestions for home espresso. I have a nice Brewtus dual at work but would like something for at home. Not looking to spend much more than R8k... Should I not bother?

Not really worried about steaming milk, just consistent shots.

[the nerd]

Looking for suggestions for home espresso. I have a nice Brewtus dual at work but would like something for at home. Not looking to spend much more than R8k... Should I not bother?

Not really worried about steaming milk, just consistent shots.

 

Should be able to find something suitable for R8k, I picked up my Grimac Mia for about that! 

[Grebel]

In case anybody is looking for an Aeropress. Found this on Takealot.

[iteachcoffee]

In case anybody is looking for an Aeropress. Found this on Takealot.

A great deal,go for it! 

[Monark]

just grabbed an ABID, reusable filter and some coffee.... thanks for the link chaps

[Grebel]

My original Aeropress was leaking between the plunger rubber and the tube so I placed an order with Takealot for the bargain priced Aeropress posted a few posts above. R599 delivered to my door seemed like a good buy (at the time).

 

Reason for going that route was I had a credit with Takealot that needed to be spent and there wasn't anything else that I needed from them. So it was delivered on Friday and I couldn't wait to get home to make a cup without dribbling coffee all over the counter.

 

Opened the box and removed the unit from it's packaging and was immediately struck by the poor quality of the replacement. I figured that the QC at the factory must have really slipped! Then I did a side by side check and the differences were quite apparent. I realised then that I think I was served a fake... Missing branding, different materials of construction, bad finishes on the new one compared to my old one

 

Have a look at these pictures and see what you think:

 

No visible branding on the RHS and the printing is off centre

 

 

No visible branding and a different looking material

 

 

 

 

 

 

Super sharp edge where there should be a taper to allow the plunger to enter

 

 

 

I ended up sending it back and I now have another credit that I need to spend <facepalm> Going to see if I can get a refund.

 

#bummed

[HappyMartin]

We bought a new Aeropress recently. Nothing wrong with the old one but sometimes th GF is away on a job and I'm shooting on location so we need two

 

Small colour changes but the quality was the same. I think you were sent a knock off.

[Grebel]

We bought a new Aeropress recently. Nothing wrong with the old one but sometimes th GF is away on a job and I'm shooting on location so we need two

 

Small colour changes but the quality was the same. I think you were sent a knock off.

 

Pretty sure I was as well. Didn't expect to be, seeing as I bought it through Takealot. 

[Frosty]

My original Aeropress was leaking between the plunger rubber and the tube so I placed an order with Takealot for the bargain priced Aeropress posted a few posts above. R599 delivered to my door seemed like a good buy (at the time).

 

Reason for going that route was I had a credit with Takealot that needed to be spent and there wasn't anything else that I needed from them. So it was delivered on Friday and I couldn't wait to get home to make a cup without dribbling coffee all over the counter.

 

I ended up sending it back and I now have another credit that I need to spend <facepalm> Going to see if I can get a refund.

 

#bummed

Did Takealot accept that you were sold a fake? Or did they ask a thousand questions?