GBguy Posted August 19, 2013 Posted August 19, 2013 (edited) Dunno if it will make any difference, but... I've had the Mazzer Mini doser for six years or so - use it several times a day. I've never used the hopper - I just put two scoops of beans for each double espresso (that's about 20g) into the "throat" and cover with a tamper while grinding. I dose for each cup separately, so I can alternate beans (e.g. decaf or regulars). So... on my grinder the timer is redundant, the doser is redundant, and the hopper is redundant. But it's still a great grinder, because of the quality of the grind. For me, one indicator of accuracy in grind is when a tiny adjustment to the grind makes a big difference to the pull. Half a "notch" of adjustment makes a significant difference with my Mazzer Mini/Expobar (adding or subtracting 20 seconds from the pull) and a full notch is enough to ruin a shot. This is definitely a mixed blessing - I have to "dial in" every new batch of coffee beans, and if I'm grinding different beans for different people I need to remember to adjust the grinder each time - or waste 20g of coffee beans! But if I get it right... oh, magic! I would love to have the doserless Mazzer, but I don't think it would make any difference to my espressos. On the other hand, I started with a cheaper grinder (but not a cheapie - it was recommended by the dealer who sold me my Expobar machine) and I was utterly unable to make a decent coffee until I got the Mazzer. I still have it in a carton somewhere. Edited August 19, 2013 by GBguy
cadenceblur Posted August 19, 2013 Posted August 19, 2013 Now you've got me thinking! Do you have any problems cleaning it? In terms of old grinds? Also is it messy?
the nerd Posted August 19, 2013 Posted August 19, 2013 http://www.aeropress.co.za/ On its way.... Vlamrouge and V12man 2
Brian Fantana Posted August 19, 2013 Posted August 19, 2013 http://www.aeropress.co.za/ On its way.... You won't be sorry. Just make sure you use fresh beans. I've been using mine for two years now, in conjunction with a hand grinder. The Aeropress made me realise how bad some "baristas" are.
the nerd Posted August 19, 2013 Posted August 19, 2013 im so inbetween clicking now, i can have it tomorow from yuppie chef at R450 or in a week from amazon at R250...
V12man Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 (edited) im so inbetween clicking now, i can have it tomorow from yuppie chef at R450 or in a week from amazon at R250... Buy 2 or more from amazon - great gifts... Edit - and buy some metal filters too. Edited August 20, 2013 by V12man
McD23 Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 Buy 2 or more from amazon - great gifts... Edit - and buy some metal filters too.Hi,where do you get the metal filters from ?
V12man Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 Hi,where do you get the metal filters from ? Amazon - Kaffeeology filters - you need a minimum of 1 per Aeropress
cadenceblur Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 You can also try Able Brewing, mine's currently en route.
cadenceblur Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 Should be a few rands over 10K for the Oscar, go for it!Grinder wise the Mazzer sounds great, is that the electronic version? They seem a bit expensive for me though, would rather go with the doser model or a Kompak K3Think I've settled on the Compak K3 Touch, now just to pull the trigger.
the nerd Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 Ya Able brewing are the really nice ones, but the ones from amazon are perfect...
the nerd Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 I want a nice hand grinder now, but they as much as the electric ones...
Beesrib Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 Hi there, I have been reading some of the pages, and I really enjoy a good cuppa coffee. I am not in the position to buy a R10 000 machine, but I really need to start using something other than my old plunger. I have been looking on Yuppiechef, and had a look at some of the devices. I am not to clued up on these, but have had a look at the aeropress, as well as the Bialetti stove top mokacrem and moka express. If I decide to buy a small grinder (like the Burr), which options are best for use at home for me and the missus? And, if you buy one of these, what other attachments or special filters etc. are needed. Looking forward to some suggestions and feedbackta
Vlamrouge Posted August 20, 2013 Posted August 20, 2013 I reckon go for the Aeropress.It is easier to find a kettle than a stove if you travel. Maybe a hand grinder. Porlex mini. it fits in the Aeropress when you travel. (I still want one for when I travel)Otherwise a burr grinder, but don't buy a R3k grinder just for your Aeropress... Hope it helps. Beesrib 1
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