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Posted by bluecoffee on 2005-02-09 15:31:43 Post Subject: coffee press
someone knows, where I can find coffee press like Porter´s but disposable, in the internet? My mon saw this cups in the train in europe? any idea?
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Posted by bluecoffee on 2005-02-09 15:31:43 Post Subject: coffee press
someone knows, where I can find coffee press like Porter´s but disposable, in the internet? My mon saw this cups in the train in europe? any idea?
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View entire thread: La Pavoni Cellini: Good espresso, or just a pretty gadget
Posted by ziemas on 2008-09-03 03:22:07 Post Subject:
I''ve also been looking for info on the Cellini and can''t find any reviews or user experiences. If I do happen to find anything I''ll be sure to post it here.
Perhaps a more knowledgeable member of the boards can take a look at the spec sheet and tell us what they think.
For what it''s worth I''m looking at this as an upgrade to a Pavoni Espresso Inn.
Chrome steel body; with removable transparent water tank, capacity (approx. 25 cups of espresso) 1,25 litri
Chrome-plated brass filter-holder with “Easy Espresso System”
Steam tap with interchangeable turbo steam nozzle or Automatic Cappuccino maker
Steel boiler heating element, coffee thermostat, steam thermostat, safety valve, pump overheat protection 1350 W
Pump pressure gauge and boiler temperature gauge
Active cup-warmer to keep cups warm
Cylindric heating element to heat the coffee group
Automatic anti-drip valve
Lever controls
Maximum pump pressure 14 bar
Power 50 W
Average preheating time, including cup warmer 5 minutes around
Width, Depth, Height 235x330x385mm.
Weight 9,3 Kg.
Extractable main cable, length 1500 mm.
Power 230/240 V. 50 Hz
120 V. 60 Hz
Accessories:
- Main cable, coffee measure spoon, coffee filters, coffee press
- Automatic Cappuccino maker
- “Easy Espresso System”
Thanks!
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Posted by ziemas on 2008-09-03 03:22:07 Post Subject:
I''ve also been looking for info on the Cellini and can''t find any reviews or user experiences. If I do happen to find anything I''ll be sure to post it here.
Perhaps a more knowledgeable member of the boards can take a look at the spec sheet and tell us what they think.
For what it''s worth I''m looking at this as an upgrade to a Pavoni Espresso Inn.
Chrome steel body; with removable transparent water tank, capacity (approx. 25 cups of espresso) 1,25 litri
Chrome-plated brass filter-holder with “Easy Espresso System”
Steam tap with interchangeable turbo steam nozzle or Automatic Cappuccino maker
Steel boiler heating element, coffee thermostat, steam thermostat, safety valve, pump overheat protection 1350 W
Pump pressure gauge and boiler temperature gauge
Active cup-warmer to keep cups warm
Cylindric heating element to heat the coffee group
Automatic anti-drip valve
Lever controls
Maximum pump pressure 14 bar
Power 50 W
Average preheating time, including cup warmer 5 minutes around
Width, Depth, Height 235x330x385mm.
Weight 9,3 Kg.
Extractable main cable, length 1500 mm.
Power 230/240 V. 50 Hz
120 V. 60 Hz
Accessories:
- Main cable, coffee measure spoon, coffee filters, coffee press
- Automatic Cappuccino maker
- “Easy Espresso System”
Thanks!
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View entire thread: BEST FRENCH PRESS
Posted by JohnB on 2008-07-07 08:05:42 Post Subject:
You can buy the 8 cup (32oz) Bodum Chambord at Target for $29.00. My favorite is the 4C(16oz) Chambord:
http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Chambord-17 ... 700&sr=8-3
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Posted by JohnB on 2008-07-07 08:05:42 Post Subject:
You can buy the 8 cup (32oz) Bodum Chambord at Target for $29.00. My favorite is the 4C(16oz) Chambord:
http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Chambord-17 ... 700&sr=8-3
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View entire thread: Coffee "connoisseurs"...
Posted by espressogirl on 2008-10-20 22:26:38 Post Subject:
Hmm, the "boiling water" caught my attention.
I would just like to share something related to this. One of the pillars in coffee brewing is never to boil coffee. Since a cup of coffee is 98% water, the quality of water should be appropriate.
Water should be heated to just off a boil, which is roughly 195F-205F or 90C-96C. This is the ideal temperature to extract the coffee's full range of flavors. If you are using a coffee press and has prepared boiling water, you could let the water stand for a few seconds before you pour it into the coarsely ground coffee.
Using a bur grinder set to about half way on the dial...using about 1 heaping tablespoon of grounds per cup of water.... Boiling water...steep for about 4 or 5 minutes....
Perhaps change my grind and try more time...
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Posted by espressogirl on 2008-10-20 22:26:38 Post Subject:
Hmm, the "boiling water" caught my attention.
I would just like to share something related to this. One of the pillars in coffee brewing is never to boil coffee. Since a cup of coffee is 98% water, the quality of water should be appropriate.
Water should be heated to just off a boil, which is roughly 195F-205F or 90C-96C. This is the ideal temperature to extract the coffee's full range of flavors. If you are using a coffee press and has prepared boiling water, you could let the water stand for a few seconds before you pour it into the coarsely ground coffee.
Using a bur grinder set to about half way on the dial...using about 1 heaping tablespoon of grounds per cup of water.... Boiling water...steep for about 4 or 5 minutes....
Perhaps change my grind and try more time...
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View entire thread: Why do I have a problem making French Press coffee?
Posted by unit_number_43 on 2006-06-18 18:36:09 Post Subject:
Ensure you wash the press after each use, thourougly. Take apart the "press" part and clean it out completely. Also, redundant i'm sure, but make sure you're using filtered water. The problem could also come from not measuring correctly. .12lbs of ground makes 8 cups (average coffee press size). steep 8 cups for about 4-5 minutes. I know a guy that does it for 15 minutes, but he eats used espresso grounds too, so...
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Posted by unit_number_43 on 2006-06-18 18:36:09 Post Subject:
Ensure you wash the press after each use, thourougly. Take apart the "press" part and clean it out completely. Also, redundant i'm sure, but make sure you're using filtered water. The problem could also come from not measuring correctly. .12lbs of ground makes 8 cups (average coffee press size). steep 8 cups for about 4-5 minutes. I know a guy that does it for 15 minutes, but he eats used espresso grounds too, so...
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View entire thread: "other" coffee maker reviews
Posted by Anonymous on 2003-04-12 01:57:58 Post Subject: Barista Utopia
Starbucks Barista Utopia coffee maker
Got this nifty little machine for Christmas a couple of years ago and here are some good insights into this "Coffee press" style reverse-immersion brewer:
It's NOT made for hardcore 1 or more pots of coffee EVERY day.
Great for weekend users (who get their daily grind at work during their "daily grind" ).
I'm on my third Barista Utopia. First two were sent back under warranty.
Warranty exchange policy is great, though. I took it to a nearby Starbucks store in the original box and got a brand new one each time.
PROS:
Programmable
COOL looking
Fun to watch (first couple of times at least--especially if you light it dramatically from below and behind).
"Permanent" gold tone coffee filter
Stay warm feature is nice
Good warranty and exchange policy
CONS:
Breaks easily if you're a hardcore daily beanjuice drinker
Filter has a blowout occasionally
"Small" capacity (50 oz.)
Programmable Start timer
Stay-warm timer only lasts 2 hrs MAX...not a problem if you drink as fast as I do
TIP: Smoked gray one doesn't show stains as easily as clear one
Pretty good.
Final question: Do they even still sell that model?
My recommendation: Get a Farberware Superfast percolator, it just tastes better. (Don't overgrind!)
Regards,
--Daniel
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Posted by Anonymous on 2003-04-12 01:57:58 Post Subject: Barista Utopia
Starbucks Barista Utopia coffee maker
Got this nifty little machine for Christmas a couple of years ago and here are some good insights into this "Coffee press" style reverse-immersion brewer:
It's NOT made for hardcore 1 or more pots of coffee EVERY day.
Great for weekend users (who get their daily grind at work during their "daily grind" ).
I'm on my third Barista Utopia. First two were sent back under warranty.
Warranty exchange policy is great, though. I took it to a nearby Starbucks store in the original box and got a brand new one each time.
PROS:
Programmable
COOL looking
Fun to watch (first couple of times at least--especially if you light it dramatically from below and behind).
"Permanent" gold tone coffee filter
Stay warm feature is nice
Good warranty and exchange policy
CONS:
Breaks easily if you're a hardcore daily beanjuice drinker
Filter has a blowout occasionally
"Small" capacity (50 oz.)
Programmable Start timer
Stay-warm timer only lasts 2 hrs MAX...not a problem if you drink as fast as I do
TIP: Smoked gray one doesn't show stains as easily as clear one
Pretty good.
Final question: Do they even still sell that model?
My recommendation: Get a Farberware Superfast percolator, it just tastes better. (Don't overgrind!)
Regards,
--Daniel
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View entire thread: How much coffee do you drink in one day?
Posted by topher on 2003-12-07 18:37:01 Post Subject:
Single espresso for me....or drip coffee...press is good...no milk or sweetner...booze is good in coffee also
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Posted by topher on 2003-12-07 18:37:01 Post Subject:
Single espresso for me....or drip coffee...press is good...no milk or sweetner...booze is good in coffee also
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View entire thread: Vietnamese Coffee - Recipe
Posted by santacruzom on 2004-03-27 15:45:39 Post Subject:
Use your favorite dark roasted beans, and grind them into a very fine grind. Start with two teaspoons of your grinded dark roast, put them in the container, now take the 'tamper' and screw it into the container. The trick here is compacting the grinds just right. They should allow a slow drip but not too slow, on average I timed my coffee at my favorite vietnamese restaurant to take around the 8 minute mark to finish dripping. A trick if you are new and can't get it right is, turn it tightly over your grinds and then give it a quarter turn or less back to loosen it..
I'm new to this forum, and recently acquired my own Vietnamese coffee press. It does seem to require a bit of experimentation to get it to drip right -- my first few attempts took about a half hour! I think I've got it figured it though. The trick for me is to tighten the tamper completely, then remove it, shake any grinds back into the container, and tighten it again. I do this about 3 or four times before finally tightening the tamper down just a bit past the point where I first feel resistance. This appears to work well -- the coffee drips through a bit fast at first, but then settles down to the point where the final half takes about 5 minutes or so. This seems to be how it's served in restaurants -- when brought to the table, the glass already has a bit of coffee in it, and the final half or so takes a bit of time.
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Posted by santacruzom on 2004-03-27 15:45:39 Post Subject:
Use your favorite dark roasted beans, and grind them into a very fine grind. Start with two teaspoons of your grinded dark roast, put them in the container, now take the 'tamper' and screw it into the container. The trick here is compacting the grinds just right. They should allow a slow drip but not too slow, on average I timed my coffee at my favorite vietnamese restaurant to take around the 8 minute mark to finish dripping. A trick if you are new and can't get it right is, turn it tightly over your grinds and then give it a quarter turn or less back to loosen it..
I'm new to this forum, and recently acquired my own Vietnamese coffee press. It does seem to require a bit of experimentation to get it to drip right -- my first few attempts took about a half hour! I think I've got it figured it though. The trick for me is to tighten the tamper completely, then remove it, shake any grinds back into the container, and tighten it again. I do this about 3 or four times before finally tightening the tamper down just a bit past the point where I first feel resistance. This appears to work well -- the coffee drips through a bit fast at first, but then settles down to the point where the final half takes about 5 minutes or so. This seems to be how it's served in restaurants -- when brought to the table, the glass already has a bit of coffee in it, and the final half or so takes a bit of time.
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View entire thread: Welcome, Introduce Yourself!
Posted by Columbian on 2005-01-23 07:28:24 Post Subject: Thanks topher
Have you ever used one of these?
Bodum Columbia Thermal Coffee Press
The Bodum Columbia thermal coffee press features a stunning stainless steel design with insulated double-wall construction to keep your coffee hot and delicious up to 2-hours. Perfectly suited for home, office or cafe use; this stylish thermal French press works great for preparing tea as well.
Looks like this one would eliminate the need for transferring coffee out of the French Press and into a Thermal carafe because it is all in one.
What do you think?
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Posted by Columbian on 2005-01-23 07:28:24 Post Subject: Thanks topher
Have you ever used one of these?
Bodum Columbia Thermal Coffee Press
The Bodum Columbia thermal coffee press features a stunning stainless steel design with insulated double-wall construction to keep your coffee hot and delicious up to 2-hours. Perfectly suited for home, office or cafe use; this stylish thermal French press works great for preparing tea as well.
Looks like this one would eliminate the need for transferring coffee out of the French Press and into a Thermal carafe because it is all in one.
What do you think?
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