View entire thread: NEW RELEASE: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM [GEN2 Model]
Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2006-12-31 23:36:30 Post Subject: NEW RELEASE: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM [GEN2 Model]
Be the first to get our NEW GEN2 Model of our popular Coffee Roaster Kit for George Foreman & Ronco Rotisseries. This new model has been specifically designed for complete ease of use and durability. Why purchase an expensive Coffee Roaster when you can buy this extremely easy to use and very inexpensive Coffee Roaster Kit to roast coffee beans with your George Foreman or Ron Popeil rotisserie appliance!!
Available here: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit comes fully assembled and ready to go! Fits inside of your George Foreman or Ron Popeil (also known as "RONCO") rotisserie. No alterations to your Foreman or Popeil rotisserie are needed for this roaster to work! Complete operating and roasting instructions included, along with 1/2 cup unroasted green coffee beans to start you off! Can easily roast a pound or more of coffee at a time, much more than other more expensive units. Nothing else needed to buy.
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
Drum is rivet constructed for high strength, with a 20 Gauge Perforated Stainless Steel cage, 14 Gauge 100% Aluminum End plates, and interior Finwork that is 100% aluminum which runs the entire length of drum.
Complete pictures of the GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit are shown below. Pictures show drum with Ronco gear assembly, shown as an example only. Drums are also designed for use with the George Foreman rotisseries, some of which have a different gear assembly configuration. (Please note that any rotisserie rods and gear assembly shown in below pictures are not included due to the fact that they are actually included in either your George Foreman or Ron Popeil Rotisserie appliance).
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/68.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/69.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/70.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/71.jpg
(AGAIN, Gear Assembly shown in these pictures is NOT included with this purchase. The gear assembly shown is part of the Ronco Rotisserie itself. This drum can also fit the George Foreman rotisseries; the Ronco setup shown is for illustration purposes only.)
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/72.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/73.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/74.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/75.jpg
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/76.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/77.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/78.jpg
(AGAIN, Gear Assembly shown in these pictures is NOT included with this purchase. The gear assembly shown is part of the Ronco Rotisserie itself. This drum can also fit the George Foreman rotisseries; the Ronco setup shown is for illustration purposes only.)
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit will fit the following models of George Foreman and Ron Popeil rotisserie's:
Foreman Baby George - Foreman George Jr. - Foreman Big George
Popeil Showtime 2500, Compact (ST3000), Standard (ST4000), and Platinum (ST5000) Models
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Are there any non-metal parts that are part of this unit?
A: Absolutely not. The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit is stainless steel and aluminum construction. No part of the unit is made from plastic or other non-metal part.
Q: Does this roaster have vertical fins inside of the roasting drum to help evenly distribute the beans during the roasting process?
A: Yes in fact it does. The fins are attached inside of the drum, and significantly help in the roasting process.
Q: I looked at ronco's website and did not see one called "platinum". But there was one called "standard". Will this drum fit the standard model?
A: Yes it will fit the standard Ron Popeil "Ronco" Rotisserie model. The platinum model is the same size as the Standard model. The other model he has is called the Compact model.
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
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Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2006-12-31 23:36:30 Post Subject: NEW RELEASE: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM [GEN2 Model]
Be the first to get our NEW GEN2 Model of our popular Coffee Roaster Kit for George Foreman & Ronco Rotisseries. This new model has been specifically designed for complete ease of use and durability. Why purchase an expensive Coffee Roaster when you can buy this extremely easy to use and very inexpensive Coffee Roaster Kit to roast coffee beans with your George Foreman or Ron Popeil rotisserie appliance!!
Available here: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit comes fully assembled and ready to go! Fits inside of your George Foreman or Ron Popeil (also known as "RONCO") rotisserie. No alterations to your Foreman or Popeil rotisserie are needed for this roaster to work! Complete operating and roasting instructions included, along with 1/2 cup unroasted green coffee beans to start you off! Can easily roast a pound or more of coffee at a time, much more than other more expensive units. Nothing else needed to buy.
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
Drum is rivet constructed for high strength, with a 20 Gauge Perforated Stainless Steel cage, 14 Gauge 100% Aluminum End plates, and interior Finwork that is 100% aluminum which runs the entire length of drum.
Complete pictures of the GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit are shown below. Pictures show drum with Ronco gear assembly, shown as an example only. Drums are also designed for use with the George Foreman rotisseries, some of which have a different gear assembly configuration. (Please note that any rotisserie rods and gear assembly shown in below pictures are not included due to the fact that they are actually included in either your George Foreman or Ron Popeil Rotisserie appliance).
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/68.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/69.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/70.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/71.jpg
(AGAIN, Gear Assembly shown in these pictures is NOT included with this purchase. The gear assembly shown is part of the Ronco Rotisserie itself. This drum can also fit the George Foreman rotisseries; the Ronco setup shown is for illustration purposes only.)
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/72.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/73.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/74.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/75.jpg
http://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/76.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/77.jpghttp://www.caffeblog.com/uploads/c/coffeeroastersclub/78.jpg
(AGAIN, Gear Assembly shown in these pictures is NOT included with this purchase. The gear assembly shown is part of the Ronco Rotisserie itself. This drum can also fit the George Foreman rotisseries; the Ronco setup shown is for illustration purposes only.)
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit will fit the following models of George Foreman and Ron Popeil rotisserie's:
Foreman Baby George - Foreman George Jr. - Foreman Big George
Popeil Showtime 2500, Compact (ST3000), Standard (ST4000), and Platinum (ST5000) Models
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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Are there any non-metal parts that are part of this unit?
A: Absolutely not. The GEN2 Coffee Roaster Kit is stainless steel and aluminum construction. No part of the unit is made from plastic or other non-metal part.
Q: Does this roaster have vertical fins inside of the roasting drum to help evenly distribute the beans during the roasting process?
A: Yes in fact it does. The fins are attached inside of the drum, and significantly help in the roasting process.
Q: I looked at ronco's website and did not see one called "platinum". But there was one called "standard". Will this drum fit the standard model?
A: Yes it will fit the standard Ron Popeil "Ronco" Rotisserie model. The platinum model is the same size as the Standard model. The other model he has is called the Compact model.
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=137
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View entire thread: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER 30KG USED
Posted by ntiso on 2005-03-14 07:51:38 Post Subject: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER 30KG USED
HELLO we are a small coffee roaster company in italy and we are looking for a Victoria Coffee Roaster machine 30kg.
Somebody can help me?
thank you in advance
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Posted by ntiso on 2005-03-14 07:51:38 Post Subject: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER 30KG USED
HELLO we are a small coffee roaster company in italy and we are looking for a Victoria Coffee Roaster machine 30kg.
Somebody can help me?
thank you in advance
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View entire thread: How to build a coffee roaster afterburner
Posted by California-Coffee on 2005-07-13 15:32:58 Post Subject: How to build a coffee roaster afterburner
Hi
I have had a lot of people write wanting to know how we built our roaster afterburner. So I built a webpage on How to build a coffee roaster afterburner. (basic)
It is very basic afterburner but it gets the job done and it cost thousands less than a new one. I have use it on a 10 pound up to a 55 pound coffee roaster. Little oder and smoke on a french roast on the 55 pound roaster.
"http://www.wholesalecoffeebeans.com/afterburner/coffee-roaster-afterburner-main.htm"
Patrick
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Posted by California-Coffee on 2005-07-13 15:32:58 Post Subject: How to build a coffee roaster afterburner
Hi
I have had a lot of people write wanting to know how we built our roaster afterburner. So I built a webpage on How to build a coffee roaster afterburner. (basic)
It is very basic afterburner but it gets the job done and it cost thousands less than a new one. I have use it on a 10 pound up to a 55 pound coffee roaster. Little oder and smoke on a french roast on the 55 pound roaster.
"http://www.wholesalecoffeebeans.com/afterburner/coffee-roaster-afterburner-main.htm"
Patrick
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View entire thread: Craigslist:Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster - $9950
Posted by tlowing on 2008-11-14 07:11:36 Post Subject: Craigslist:Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster - $9950
As seen on Craigslist:
Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster - $9950 (Elko, Nevada)
Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster with roast profile software. 10 kilo drum roaster, red w/stainless steel. Less than 2 years old. Uses natural gas. Roasts up to 18 lbs. green coffee beans. Excellent condition. I'll sell stovepipe for $500 w/roaster. This is a great roaster for a small operation and would be ideal for a espresso house that wants to roast its own beans. Hate to part with it, but I need the cash. Roaster is pictured on Ruby Mountain Coffee Co. Web site, www.rubymountaincoffee.com. Call 775.777.3332 or 775.934.4095 for information.
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Posted by tlowing on 2008-11-14 07:11:36 Post Subject: Craigslist:Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster - $9950
As seen on Craigslist:
Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster - $9950 (Elko, Nevada)
Ambex YM-10 Commercial Coffee Roaster with roast profile software. 10 kilo drum roaster, red w/stainless steel. Less than 2 years old. Uses natural gas. Roasts up to 18 lbs. green coffee beans. Excellent condition. I'll sell stovepipe for $500 w/roaster. This is a great roaster for a small operation and would be ideal for a espresso house that wants to roast its own beans. Hate to part with it, but I need the cash. Roaster is pictured on Ruby Mountain Coffee Co. Web site, www.rubymountaincoffee.com. Call 775.777.3332 or 775.934.4095 for information.
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View entire thread: Coffee Roaster for hire
Posted by CaseyB78 on 2005-11-03 22:28:19 Post Subject: Coffee Roaster for hire
Objective:
To obtain a position as a specialty coffee roaster.
Employment
October 2004 – Present
Highpoint Coffee Roasters- http://www.highpointroasters.com/
Specialty coffee roaster
• Developed custom blends for coffee shops
• Developed individual roast profiles for coffee origins
• Developed a proprietary decaffeinated coffee roasting technique to increase aroma
• Implemented labor saving and aroma increasing bean cool-down procedures
• Proficient with bean packaging systems
• Familiar with shipping and receiving procedures and related software
• Proficient with forklift and related equipment
• Customer service and detail oriented
• Proficient with Invoicing software and Microsoft office
• Received a certificate from the Coffee Training Institute and developed an award winning blend
October 2004 – Present
Uptown Coffee
Barista
• Proficient at latte art creation
• Customer service oriented
• Proficient with Coffee Shop Manager software
October 2003 – October 2004
MGI Investigations- http://www.mgipi.com/aboutus.htm
Private Investigator
• Successfully aided the prosecution in several multi-million dollar cases
• Conducted background checks, activity checks, skip-tracing, crime scene investigations, record searches, subpoena serving, statement taking and related activities
• Received several performance based bonuses
• Repeatedly ranked as the companies best investigator based on undercover video footage
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Posted by CaseyB78 on 2005-11-03 22:28:19 Post Subject: Coffee Roaster for hire
Objective:
To obtain a position as a specialty coffee roaster.
Employment
October 2004 – Present
Highpoint Coffee Roasters- http://www.highpointroasters.com/
Specialty coffee roaster
• Developed custom blends for coffee shops
• Developed individual roast profiles for coffee origins
• Developed a proprietary decaffeinated coffee roasting technique to increase aroma
• Implemented labor saving and aroma increasing bean cool-down procedures
• Proficient with bean packaging systems
• Familiar with shipping and receiving procedures and related software
• Proficient with forklift and related equipment
• Customer service and detail oriented
• Proficient with Invoicing software and Microsoft office
• Received a certificate from the Coffee Training Institute and developed an award winning blend
October 2004 – Present
Uptown Coffee
Barista
• Proficient at latte art creation
• Customer service oriented
• Proficient with Coffee Shop Manager software
October 2003 – October 2004
MGI Investigations- http://www.mgipi.com/aboutus.htm
Private Investigator
• Successfully aided the prosecution in several multi-million dollar cases
• Conducted background checks, activity checks, skip-tracing, crime scene investigations, record searches, subpoena serving, statement taking and related activities
• Received several performance based bonuses
• Repeatedly ranked as the companies best investigator based on undercover video footage
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View entire thread: PR - Volcanica Coffee selected by Food & Wine Magazine
Posted by buck100 on 2006-03-29 06:57:34 Post Subject: PR - Volcanica Coffee selected by Food & Wine Magazine
March 29, 2006; Fort Lauderdale, FL
Volcanica Coffee™ – – Volcanica Coffee selected by Food & Wine Magazine as the 10 best boutique coffee roaster in the nation.
Food & Wine Magazine rated Volcanica Coffee as the tenth best boutique coffee roaster in the U.S. The taste testing was a part of their article on coffee appearing in their March issue.
“We are very please that we have been recognized by such a respected authority in the gourmet food industryâ€
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Posted by buck100 on 2006-03-29 06:57:34 Post Subject: PR - Volcanica Coffee selected by Food & Wine Magazine
March 29, 2006; Fort Lauderdale, FL
Volcanica Coffee™ – – Volcanica Coffee selected by Food & Wine Magazine as the 10 best boutique coffee roaster in the nation.
Food & Wine Magazine rated Volcanica Coffee as the tenth best boutique coffee roaster in the U.S. The taste testing was a part of their article on coffee appearing in their March issue.
“We are very please that we have been recognized by such a respected authority in the gourmet food industryâ€
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View entire thread: sirocco coffee roaster
Posted by DAN77 on 2008-12-04 20:52:39 Post Subject: sirocco coffee roaster
I'm looking to buy a sirocco coffee roaster, if anyone has information kindly contact me. thanks
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Posted by DAN77 on 2008-12-04 20:52:39 Post Subject: sirocco coffee roaster
I'm looking to buy a sirocco coffee roaster, if anyone has information kindly contact me. thanks
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View entire thread: Do You Know Cafemino ???
Posted by Nurettin on 2006-10-11 09:36:37 Post Subject: Do You Know Cafemino ???
Do you Know Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster it is amazing
Made by Toper
www.Cafemino.com
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/coffeetime/_sgt/m6m2_1.htm
Just Visit
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Posted by Nurettin on 2006-10-11 09:36:37 Post Subject: Do You Know Cafemino ???
Do you Know Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster it is amazing
Made by Toper
www.Cafemino.com
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/coffeetime/_sgt/m6m2_1.htm
Just Visit
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View entire thread: New Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster
Posted by Nurettin on 2006-10-11 09:32:18 Post Subject: New Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster
Do you Know Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster it is amazing
Made by Toper
www.Cafemino.com
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/coffeetime/_sgt/m6m2_1.htm
Just Visit
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Posted by Nurettin on 2006-10-11 09:32:18 Post Subject: New Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster
Do you Know Cafemino Electrical Coffee Roaster it is amazing
Made by Toper
www.Cafemino.com
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/coffeetime/_sgt/m6m2_1.htm
Just Visit
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View entire thread: Rair Fluid Bed coffee roaster
Posted by Bert Marshall on 2005-03-03 06:51:51 Post Subject: Rair Fluid Bed coffee roaster
Is anyone familiar with the Rair Fluid Bed coffee roaster? If so, I would appreciate any comments or information that you can provide.
Thanks
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Posted by Bert Marshall on 2005-03-03 06:51:51 Post Subject: Rair Fluid Bed coffee roaster
Is anyone familiar with the Rair Fluid Bed coffee roaster? If so, I would appreciate any comments or information that you can provide.
Thanks
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View entire thread: WHOLESALE TEA BROKER
Posted by mrocha33 on 2008-04-28 16:33:21 Post Subject: WHOLESALE TEA BROKER
DOES ANYONE KNOW ABOUT ANY TEA BROKER IN CALIFORNIA? I'M A WHOLESALE COFFEE ROASTER AND SOME OF MY CUSTOMERS HAVE ASKED ABOUT TEA...THANKS FOR YOUR HELP.
coffeeroaster10@yahoo.com
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Posted by mrocha33 on 2008-04-28 16:33:21 Post Subject: WHOLESALE TEA BROKER
DOES ANYONE KNOW ABOUT ANY TEA BROKER IN CALIFORNIA? I'M A WHOLESALE COFFEE ROASTER AND SOME OF MY CUSTOMERS HAVE ASKED ABOUT TEA...THANKS FOR YOUR HELP.
coffeeroaster10@yahoo.com
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View entire thread: Seeking motivated wholesale coffee sales professional
Posted by telluridecoffee on 2008-11-21 17:06:44 Post Subject: Seeking motivated wholesale coffee sales professional
Growing independent specialty coffee roaster in Telluride, CO seeking professional, experienced coffee sales professional.
Contact us to discuss or send resumee/CV to telluridecoffee@gmail.com. All submissions kept in strictest confidence.
Thank you
Mick Hill/RC Gartrell
970 708 1119
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Posted by telluridecoffee on 2008-11-21 17:06:44 Post Subject: Seeking motivated wholesale coffee sales professional
Growing independent specialty coffee roaster in Telluride, CO seeking professional, experienced coffee sales professional.
Contact us to discuss or send resumee/CV to telluridecoffee@gmail.com. All submissions kept in strictest confidence.
Thank you
Mick Hill/RC Gartrell
970 708 1119
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View entire thread: Custom Gifts
Posted by coffee_addicted on 2008-07-11 09:00:58 Post Subject: Custom Gifts
My company (arcanabaskets.com) does custom gifts by creating gift baskets and gift mugs filled with a companies products for them to sell or give away to promote their company.
My question, does anyone know of a coffee roaster that will do custom labels and has quality coffee?
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Posted by coffee_addicted on 2008-07-11 09:00:58 Post Subject: Custom Gifts
My company (arcanabaskets.com) does custom gifts by creating gift baskets and gift mugs filled with a companies products for them to sell or give away to promote their company.
My question, does anyone know of a coffee roaster that will do custom labels and has quality coffee?
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View entire thread: I am looking for a drum roaster
Posted by Cafe Taormina on 2007-12-18 16:30:31 Post Subject: I am looking for a drum roaster
Hi all and Merry Christmas...
I am looking to buy a used coffee roaster under 15kg. I have cash and am ready to buy. I am just looking for a clean unit for a fair price. Please PM me with details. I am located in Tennessee.
Thanks,
Mario
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Posted by Cafe Taormina on 2007-12-18 16:30:31 Post Subject: I am looking for a drum roaster
Hi all and Merry Christmas...
I am looking to buy a used coffee roaster under 15kg. I have cash and am ready to buy. I am just looking for a clean unit for a fair price. Please PM me with details. I am located in Tennessee.
Thanks,
Mario
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View entire thread: OZTURK ROASTERS
Posted by ozturkroasters on 2008-04-19 14:13:39 Post Subject: OZTURK ROASTERS
Dear Sirs ,
Our company is the producer of coffee roaster and grinder equipments based in TURKEY and we would like to make our company and it''s products known to you.
If you are interested ,we will be happy to send you any further information or you will get information at www.ozturkroasters.com
Yours Sincerely,
Ozturk Roasters
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Posted by ozturkroasters on 2008-04-19 14:13:39 Post Subject: OZTURK ROASTERS
Dear Sirs ,
Our company is the producer of coffee roaster and grinder equipments based in TURKEY and we would like to make our company and it''s products known to you.
If you are interested ,we will be happy to send you any further information or you will get information at www.ozturkroasters.com
Yours Sincerely,
Ozturk Roasters
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View entire thread: Experience Coffee Roaster looking for East Coast Employment
Posted by iowajava on 2006-07-25 17:48:40 Post Subject: Experience Coffee Roaster looking for East Coast Employment
I am a coffee roaster with 10 years experience in all aspects of coffee production, green bean to cup. I am looking to return to the East Coast and I'm searching for the right position. Anyone with any potential leads or offers please feel free to email me and I will gladly forward my resume.
iowajava@yahoo.com
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Posted by iowajava on 2006-07-25 17:48:40 Post Subject: Experience Coffee Roaster looking for East Coast Employment
I am a coffee roaster with 10 years experience in all aspects of coffee production, green bean to cup. I am looking to return to the East Coast and I'm searching for the right position. Anyone with any potential leads or offers please feel free to email me and I will gladly forward my resume.
iowajava@yahoo.com
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View entire thread: Hearthware Precision Coffee roaster wanted
Posted by Paul M. on 2007-07-24 18:28:38 Post Subject: Hearthware Precision Coffee roaster wanted
I am in need of a carafe (mine is cracked) for a Hearthware Precision Coffee Roaster. This is the original one and the manufacturer told me they don''t make parts for them anymore. I am willing to buy the whole roaster if any one has a used one stuffed way back in your kitchen cabinet somewhere.
Thanks, Paul
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Posted by Paul M. on 2007-07-24 18:28:38 Post Subject: Hearthware Precision Coffee roaster wanted
I am in need of a carafe (mine is cracked) for a Hearthware Precision Coffee Roaster. This is the original one and the manufacturer told me they don''t make parts for them anymore. I am willing to buy the whole roaster if any one has a used one stuffed way back in your kitchen cabinet somewhere.
Thanks, Paul
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View entire thread: Coffee Distributors
Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-09 11:08:03 Post Subject: Coffee Distributors
This question is for coffee shops that buy in roasted beans:
Do you go through a local coffee roaster/distributor for your beans or do you choose to buy from an online source?
I'm guessing that most of you do roast your own and hoping it's not a bad thing to admit that you don't.
Please, pm me if you like. A simple "local" or "online" answer would suffice.
Thank you
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-09 11:08:03 Post Subject: Coffee Distributors
This question is for coffee shops that buy in roasted beans:
Do you go through a local coffee roaster/distributor for your beans or do you choose to buy from an online source?
I'm guessing that most of you do roast your own and hoping it's not a bad thing to admit that you don't.
Please, pm me if you like. A simple "local" or "online" answer would suffice.
Thank you
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View entire thread: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM for Ronco & Foreman Home Rotisseries
Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-08-16 09:33:56 Post Subject: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM for Ronco & Foreman Home Rotisseries
The Coffee Roaster Drum comes fully assembled and ready to go! Fits inside of your George Foreman or Ron Popeil (also known as "RONCO") rotisserie. No alterations to your Foreman or Popeil rotisserie are needed for this roaster to work! Complete operating and roasting instructions included. Can easily roast a pound or more of coffee at a time, much more than other more expensive units. Nothing else needed to buy.
Click Here For More Information & Order Page
Len
http://www.CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-08-16 09:33:56 Post Subject: COFFEE ROASTER DRUM for Ronco & Foreman Home Rotisseries
The Coffee Roaster Drum comes fully assembled and ready to go! Fits inside of your George Foreman or Ron Popeil (also known as "RONCO") rotisserie. No alterations to your Foreman or Popeil rotisserie are needed for this roaster to work! Complete operating and roasting instructions included. Can easily roast a pound or more of coffee at a time, much more than other more expensive units. Nothing else needed to buy.
Click Here For More Information & Order Page
Len
http://www.CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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View entire thread: 16 Gauge 100% Stainless Steel "EL SUPREMO" BBQ Dru
Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-01-21 17:37:46 Post Subject: 16 Gauge 100% Stainless Steel "EL SUPREMO" BBQ Dru
SUGGESTED USE: Commercial
The new "EL SUPREMO" Coffee Roaster Drum for BBQ can roast up to 10 pounds of coffee beans at once. It is constructed entirely from 16 gauge 100% Stainless Steel, all welded construction.
The drum is built like a tank, and is very big. The size is 18 inches in length; 10 inch in diameter caps. The interior has 4 mixing fins that run the entire 18 inches in length of drum. Each fin stands 2 inches tall.
For more information please visit:
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=140
Drums are made in the U.S.A. and on a per order basis.
Thank you,
Len
CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-01-21 17:37:46 Post Subject: 16 Gauge 100% Stainless Steel "EL SUPREMO" BBQ Dru
SUGGESTED USE: Commercial
The new "EL SUPREMO" Coffee Roaster Drum for BBQ can roast up to 10 pounds of coffee beans at once. It is constructed entirely from 16 gauge 100% Stainless Steel, all welded construction.
The drum is built like a tank, and is very big. The size is 18 inches in length; 10 inch in diameter caps. The interior has 4 mixing fins that run the entire 18 inches in length of drum. Each fin stands 2 inches tall.
For more information please visit:
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=140
Drums are made in the U.S.A. and on a per order basis.
Thank you,
Len
CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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View entire thread: Starbucks Training
Posted by PinkRose on 2008-02-28 10:44:59 Post Subject: Starbucks Training
If you go to this Starbucks Gossip web page:
\"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\"
http://starbucksgossip.typepad.com/_/20 ... ee-ro.html
Scroll all the way down to a posting that's dated Feb 20, 2008 6:16:43 AM. This begins the postings of the entire barista training. If you keep reading down the page, you will eventually see that someone posted all of the training sections (each in separate postings) along with the scripts from the videos.
When you read the training outline and all of the posted training segments, you will see that it was a very good training, and a great team building experience. I bet it was much better than most "independent" coffee shops provide for their employees.
Rose
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Posted by PinkRose on 2008-02-28 10:44:59 Post Subject: Starbucks Training
If you go to this Starbucks Gossip web page:
\"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\"
http://starbucksgossip.typepad.com/_/20 ... ee-ro.html
Scroll all the way down to a posting that's dated Feb 20, 2008 6:16:43 AM. This begins the postings of the entire barista training. If you keep reading down the page, you will eventually see that someone posted all of the training sections (each in separate postings) along with the scripts from the videos.
When you read the training outline and all of the posted training segments, you will see that it was a very good training, and a great team building experience. I bet it was much better than most "independent" coffee shops provide for their employees.
Rose
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View entire thread: Experienced Roaster looking for work
Posted by beeliada on 2005-01-07 09:05:43 Post Subject: Experienced Roaster looking for work
Hi All,
I am an experienced coffee roaster with about six years in the industry.
Roasters I have worked on:
Probat 180K. Computer controlled roast profiles in an industrial roasting plant.
Jabez Burns 500lb. In an industrial roasting plant.
Probat L5 & Probat L12 Craft roasting in a micro roastery Coffee shop environment.
Has Garanti 5K roaster. Craft roasting in my own coffee shop espresso bar.
I am an Englishman currently located in Ontario Canda and would be prepared to travel to another location or country. Somewhere without so much SNOW would be nice.
For more information about me, or if you would like to discuss possible options, please feel free to contact me at thewensleys@sympatico.ca.
Thanks for your time and interest.
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Posted by beeliada on 2005-01-07 09:05:43 Post Subject: Experienced Roaster looking for work
Hi All,
I am an experienced coffee roaster with about six years in the industry.
Roasters I have worked on:
Probat 180K. Computer controlled roast profiles in an industrial roasting plant.
Jabez Burns 500lb. In an industrial roasting plant.
Probat L5 & Probat L12 Craft roasting in a micro roastery Coffee shop environment.
Has Garanti 5K roaster. Craft roasting in my own coffee shop espresso bar.
I am an Englishman currently located in Ontario Canda and would be prepared to travel to another location or country. Somewhere without so much SNOW would be nice.
For more information about me, or if you would like to discuss possible options, please feel free to contact me at thewensleys@sympatico.ca.
Thanks for your time and interest.
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View entire thread: javaCOOL-CRC Coffee Bean Cooler & Dechaffer
Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-02-11 10:53:45 Post Subject: javaCOOL-CRC Coffee Bean Cooler & Dechaffer
Hello. I want to let you know of a new product I have that will compliment the Coffee Roaster you may have.
It is called the "javaCOOL-CRC Coffee Bean Cooler & De-Chaffer". The unit rapidly cools down freshly roasted Coffee Beans and removes the chaff at the same time (all in about a minutes time!)
It is available in my store at: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=139 for the 1 pound version, or at http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=141 for the 5 pound version.
I decided to manufacture the javaCOOL-CRC after many of my customers expressed an interest. The cost of it is minimal, and it is well built by me.
Please visit the following URLs now to see more details, and to place your order: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=139
1 pound version
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=141
5 pound version
Thanks,
Len
CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2007-02-11 10:53:45 Post Subject: javaCOOL-CRC Coffee Bean Cooler & Dechaffer
Hello. I want to let you know of a new product I have that will compliment the Coffee Roaster you may have.
It is called the "javaCOOL-CRC Coffee Bean Cooler & De-Chaffer". The unit rapidly cools down freshly roasted Coffee Beans and removes the chaff at the same time (all in about a minutes time!)
It is available in my store at: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=139 for the 1 pound version, or at http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=141 for the 5 pound version.
I decided to manufacture the javaCOOL-CRC after many of my customers expressed an interest. The cost of it is minimal, and it is well built by me.
Please visit the following URLs now to see more details, and to place your order: http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=139
1 pound version
http://www.coffeeroastersclub.com/produ ... tem_id=141
5 pound version
Thanks,
Len
CoffeeRoastersClub.com
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View entire thread: SCAA's NORTH WEST REGIONAL BARISTA COMPETITION
Posted by Michelle Campbell on 2007-10-08 16:01:36 Post Subject: SCAA's NORTH WEST REGIONAL BARISTA COMPETITION
Dear Barista Competition Enthusiasts,
The Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) is proud to present the 2007 North West Regional Barista Competition (NWRBC), hosted by Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Co.
The NWRBC will take place November 9-11, 2007 at:
Coffee Fest Seattle
The Washington State Convention & Trade Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle, Washington 98101
http://www.wsctc.com/
Click on the following link to find the 2007 NWRBC Documents:
http://www.scaa.org/about_regional_next.asp#Northwest
2007 NWRBC DOCUMENTS:
Schedule of Events
Competitor Registration Form
Judges Registration Form
Volunteer Registration Form
Competitor Rules & Regulations
Judges Rules & Regulations
Head Judge Score Sheet
Technical Score Sheet
Sensory Judge Score Sheet
If you or someone you know is interested in competing, judging or volunteering at the 2007 NWRBC, please direct them to the link posted above for a Registration Form.
Please feel free to contact me with any additional questions or concerns.
I look forward to seeing all of you in Seattle!
Kind regards,
Michelle Campbell
Director of Community & Events
Specialty Coffee Association of America
330 Golden Shore, Suite 50
Long Beach, CA 90802
TEL: (562) 624-4100
FAX: (562) 624-4104
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Posted by Michelle Campbell on 2007-10-08 16:01:36 Post Subject: SCAA's NORTH WEST REGIONAL BARISTA COMPETITION
Dear Barista Competition Enthusiasts,
The Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) is proud to present the 2007 North West Regional Barista Competition (NWRBC), hosted by Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Co.
The NWRBC will take place November 9-11, 2007 at:
Coffee Fest Seattle
The Washington State Convention & Trade Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle, Washington 98101
http://www.wsctc.com/
Click on the following link to find the 2007 NWRBC Documents:
http://www.scaa.org/about_regional_next.asp#Northwest
2007 NWRBC DOCUMENTS:
Schedule of Events
Competitor Registration Form
Judges Registration Form
Volunteer Registration Form
Competitor Rules & Regulations
Judges Rules & Regulations
Head Judge Score Sheet
Technical Score Sheet
Sensory Judge Score Sheet
If you or someone you know is interested in competing, judging or volunteering at the 2007 NWRBC, please direct them to the link posted above for a Registration Form.
Please feel free to contact me with any additional questions or concerns.
I look forward to seeing all of you in Seattle!
Kind regards,
Michelle Campbell
Director of Community & Events
Specialty Coffee Association of America
330 Golden Shore, Suite 50
Long Beach, CA 90802
TEL: (562) 624-4100
FAX: (562) 624-4104
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View entire thread: Katrina Relief-
Posted by barefoot on 2005-09-02 10:22:48 Post Subject: Katrina Relief-
we are trying to do our part to raise money for the hurricane victims:
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina; called “the worst U.S. natural disaster in recent history.â€
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Posted by barefoot on 2005-09-02 10:22:48 Post Subject: Katrina Relief-
we are trying to do our part to raise money for the hurricane victims:
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina; called “the worst U.S. natural disaster in recent history.â€
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View entire thread: PR - BaristaWorks.com Launches New Compostable Cups
Posted by BaristaWorks.com on 2007-04-16 14:53:41 Post Subject: PR - BaristaWorks.com Launches New Compostable Cups
Collierville, TN (April 10, 2007) BaristaWorks.com today added a new line of, compostable paper hot cups to its assortment of on-line disposable packaging. Ecotainer™ cups provide a more environmentally sensitive alternative to traditional disposables. Sourced from fully renewable resources, these cups use a corn-based plastic as a moisture barrier rather than a petro-chemical – yet provide all of the same functionality as a standard paper hot cup. This new coating makes the cup compostable in municipal and commercial composting facilities and is certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute.
Ecotainer™ cups are available from BaristaWorks.com in 4, 8, 12, 16 & 20 oz sizes in a pleasant new “green” design. They use the same lids as standard International Paper hot cups – also available at BaristaWorks.com.
A new coffee sleeve / jacket with a complimentary “green” design and made of 100% recycled fiber has also been added today. These sleeves which are packed 1,200 / case fit the above mentioned 12, 16 & 20 oz cups.
BaristaWorks.com focuses solely on the independent specialty coffee roaster and retailer by offering a broad assortment of “to go” packaging, low (1 case) minimums, 24/7/365 ordering, easy credit card payment and fast, FREE shipping via FedEx Ground. Orders received by 5:00 p.m. (Central time) ship the same business day.
BaristaWorks.com is a brand of Memphis, TN based Strategic Alternatives, LLC. For more information, please call (901) 850-8874 or email info@BaristaWorks.com
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Posted by BaristaWorks.com on 2007-04-16 14:53:41 Post Subject: PR - BaristaWorks.com Launches New Compostable Cups
Collierville, TN (April 10, 2007) BaristaWorks.com today added a new line of, compostable paper hot cups to its assortment of on-line disposable packaging. Ecotainer™ cups provide a more environmentally sensitive alternative to traditional disposables. Sourced from fully renewable resources, these cups use a corn-based plastic as a moisture barrier rather than a petro-chemical – yet provide all of the same functionality as a standard paper hot cup. This new coating makes the cup compostable in municipal and commercial composting facilities and is certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute.
Ecotainer™ cups are available from BaristaWorks.com in 4, 8, 12, 16 & 20 oz sizes in a pleasant new “green” design. They use the same lids as standard International Paper hot cups – also available at BaristaWorks.com.
A new coffee sleeve / jacket with a complimentary “green” design and made of 100% recycled fiber has also been added today. These sleeves which are packed 1,200 / case fit the above mentioned 12, 16 & 20 oz cups.
BaristaWorks.com focuses solely on the independent specialty coffee roaster and retailer by offering a broad assortment of “to go” packaging, low (1 case) minimums, 24/7/365 ordering, easy credit card payment and fast, FREE shipping via FedEx Ground. Orders received by 5:00 p.m. (Central time) ship the same business day.
BaristaWorks.com is a brand of Memphis, TN based Strategic Alternatives, LLC. For more information, please call (901) 850-8874 or email info@BaristaWorks.com
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View entire thread: New, possible, questionable roaster
Posted by jrnysend on 2007-01-06 20:43:33 Post Subject: New, possible, questionable roaster
Hi. I received a stainless Stove-Top Popper from Back to Basics for Christmas. The intent was for it to be used as a coffee roaster. Why someone thought I needed a new roaster or roasting method is curious but a gift's a gift. I can take a hint. I've use it twice, a pound each time. My first bach was over roasted to my liking but since I'm half French anyway, I made the best of it. My second roast was just a few minutes ago. It was better but still done a little bit more than a full city roast, my preference. Any one of you guys or ladies have any experience, knowledge, hear-say, assumptions or any idea if I'm wasting my time or just have to get the hang of this thing. I've been roasting with hot air for over two years and the control and so far taste are superior. I used a pound because I was told that's the max loadable and the more the merrier. It supposidly roasts more evenly. It was an even roast but catching it at just that right moment to start the manual cooling is difficult. I've tried different temps but it doesn't seem to matter. I use a single portable burner to heat the unit and cool/blow off the chaff with compressed air. Your insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks --
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Posted by jrnysend on 2007-01-06 20:43:33 Post Subject: New, possible, questionable roaster
Hi. I received a stainless Stove-Top Popper from Back to Basics for Christmas. The intent was for it to be used as a coffee roaster. Why someone thought I needed a new roaster or roasting method is curious but a gift's a gift. I can take a hint. I've use it twice, a pound each time. My first bach was over roasted to my liking but since I'm half French anyway, I made the best of it. My second roast was just a few minutes ago. It was better but still done a little bit more than a full city roast, my preference. Any one of you guys or ladies have any experience, knowledge, hear-say, assumptions or any idea if I'm wasting my time or just have to get the hang of this thing. I've been roasting with hot air for over two years and the control and so far taste are superior. I used a pound because I was told that's the max loadable and the more the merrier. It supposidly roasts more evenly. It was an even roast but catching it at just that right moment to start the manual cooling is difficult. I've tried different temps but it doesn't seem to matter. I use a single portable burner to heat the unit and cool/blow off the chaff with compressed air. Your insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks --
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View entire thread: New, Compostable Paper Hot Cups Now Available
Posted by BaristaWorks.com on 2007-04-11 09:23:49 Post Subject: New, Compostable Paper Hot Cups Now Available
Good Morning: We are pleased to announce that we launched these cups yesterday at BaristaWorks.com. Please see press release below and follow this link to see the product. http://www.baristaworks.com/biodegradable.php
BaristaWorks.com Launches New Compostable
Paper Hot Cups
Collierville, TN (April 10, 2007) BaristaWorks.com today added a new line of, compostable paper hot cups to its assortment of on-line disposable packaging. Ecotainer™ cups provide a more environmentally sensitive alternative to traditional disposables. Sourced from fully renewable resources, these cups use a corn-based plastic as a moisture barrier rather than a petro-chemical – yet provide all of the same functionality as a standard paper hot cup. This new coating makes the cup compostable in municipal and commercial composting facilities and is certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute.
Ecotainer™ cups are available from BaristaWorks.com in 4, 8, 12, 16 & 20 oz sizes in a pleasant new “green” design. They use the same lids as standard International Paper hot cups – also available at BaristaWorks.com.
A new coffee sleeve / jacket with a complimentary “green” design and made of 100% recycled fiber has also been added today. These sleeves which are packed 1,200 / case fit the above mentioned 12, 16 & 20 oz cups.
BaristaWorks.com focuses solely on the independent specialty coffee roaster and retailer by offering a broad assortment of “to go” packaging, low (1 case) minimums, 24/7/365 ordering, easy credit card payment and fast, FREE shipping via FedEx Ground. Orders received by 5:00 p.m. (Central time) ship the same business day.
BaristaWorks.com is a brand of Memphis, TN based Strategic Alternatives, LLC. For more information, please call (901) 850-8874 or email info@BaristaWorks.com.
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Posted by BaristaWorks.com on 2007-04-11 09:23:49 Post Subject: New, Compostable Paper Hot Cups Now Available
Good Morning: We are pleased to announce that we launched these cups yesterday at BaristaWorks.com. Please see press release below and follow this link to see the product. http://www.baristaworks.com/biodegradable.php
BaristaWorks.com Launches New Compostable
Paper Hot Cups
Collierville, TN (April 10, 2007) BaristaWorks.com today added a new line of, compostable paper hot cups to its assortment of on-line disposable packaging. Ecotainer™ cups provide a more environmentally sensitive alternative to traditional disposables. Sourced from fully renewable resources, these cups use a corn-based plastic as a moisture barrier rather than a petro-chemical – yet provide all of the same functionality as a standard paper hot cup. This new coating makes the cup compostable in municipal and commercial composting facilities and is certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute.
Ecotainer™ cups are available from BaristaWorks.com in 4, 8, 12, 16 & 20 oz sizes in a pleasant new “green” design. They use the same lids as standard International Paper hot cups – also available at BaristaWorks.com.
A new coffee sleeve / jacket with a complimentary “green” design and made of 100% recycled fiber has also been added today. These sleeves which are packed 1,200 / case fit the above mentioned 12, 16 & 20 oz cups.
BaristaWorks.com focuses solely on the independent specialty coffee roaster and retailer by offering a broad assortment of “to go” packaging, low (1 case) minimums, 24/7/365 ordering, easy credit card payment and fast, FREE shipping via FedEx Ground. Orders received by 5:00 p.m. (Central time) ship the same business day.
BaristaWorks.com is a brand of Memphis, TN based Strategic Alternatives, LLC. For more information, please call (901) 850-8874 or email info@BaristaWorks.com.
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View entire thread: In-store Roasting Program
Posted by Fresh Roaster on 2006-09-05 18:27:46 Post Subject: In-store Roasting Program
We are looking for users in the San Francisco area for our automated ventless, in-store drum coffee roaster. The fully automated system allows anyone to roast coffee like a professional roast master with incredible precision and consistency. The patented laser and computer controls provide complete automation of the process. All you have to do is push three buttons on the touch screen computer, what you want to roast, what kind of roast you want and how much. That's it! Walk away and ten minutes later you'll return to find up to five pounds of perfectly roasted FRESH whole bean coffee.
Equipment and maintenance are provided by us and the finger safe smokeless system requires no ducting, safety/structural improvements or any capital expense. Totally portable, it even has wheels! Just plug it in and you're ready to roast. Your savings start from day one and there's never any waste as you roast only what you need. Just fresh product every day. We'll let the increased profit speak for itself once your customers start experiencing fresh roasted coffee!
There is no cost for the program or equipment and there are no requirements to purchase anything (we do not sell green coffee or supplies). Our monthly fee is a portion of shared savings based only on what you roast and the cost reduction/increased profit. If you don't make more money, we don't either. So, if you're a coffee retailer in the San Francisco Bay area, selling or using over twenty pounds of whole bean coffee per day, you might want to give us a call.
You can visit our web site for more information: freshroastsystems.com
Or give us a call: (650) 325-1795
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Posted by Fresh Roaster on 2006-09-05 18:27:46 Post Subject: In-store Roasting Program
We are looking for users in the San Francisco area for our automated ventless, in-store drum coffee roaster. The fully automated system allows anyone to roast coffee like a professional roast master with incredible precision and consistency. The patented laser and computer controls provide complete automation of the process. All you have to do is push three buttons on the touch screen computer, what you want to roast, what kind of roast you want and how much. That's it! Walk away and ten minutes later you'll return to find up to five pounds of perfectly roasted FRESH whole bean coffee.
Equipment and maintenance are provided by us and the finger safe smokeless system requires no ducting, safety/structural improvements or any capital expense. Totally portable, it even has wheels! Just plug it in and you're ready to roast. Your savings start from day one and there's never any waste as you roast only what you need. Just fresh product every day. We'll let the increased profit speak for itself once your customers start experiencing fresh roasted coffee!
There is no cost for the program or equipment and there are no requirements to purchase anything (we do not sell green coffee or supplies). Our monthly fee is a portion of shared savings based only on what you roast and the cost reduction/increased profit. If you don't make more money, we don't either. So, if you're a coffee retailer in the San Francisco Bay area, selling or using over twenty pounds of whole bean coffee per day, you might want to give us a call.
You can visit our web site for more information: freshroastsystems.com
Or give us a call: (650) 325-1795
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View entire thread: PR: Fresh Roast Systems recognized for coffee quality
Posted by cafemakers on 2007-05-06 12:45:33 Post Subject: PR: Fresh Roast Systems recognized for coffee quality
Key Biscayne, FL (BUSINESSWIRE) May 6, 2007 – Fresh Roast Systems, Inc. announces that Texas Roast Coffee has received an impressive 89-point review from leading coffee authority Ken Davids of Coffee Review for coffee roasted on their fully automated roasting machine.
"The Fresh Roast System is the sous-chef in our kitchen," says Texas Roast owner Jeff Schneider. Schneider founded the Rockwall, TX coffee shop and roasting business less than one year ago after returning from military duty in Iraq, with no prior coffee roasting experience or formal training.
By obtaining such a high rating on Coffee Review's 100-point scale for their Cowboy Coffee blend, Texas Roast enters an elite class of specialty coffee craftsmen. Mr. Davids describes the blend as having a "very impressive aroma" and "grapefruit notes with distinct cedar and semi-sweet chocolate."
"Ever since the review, online sales of our coffee have been booming," says Schneider.
"This achievement is going to raise some eyebrows in our industry," notes specialty coffee industry consultant Andrew Hetzel. "Some traditionalists will always be skeptical of new technologies, but I believe that this proves automation can be an effective tool that will allow any business to roast craftsman-quality coffee with minimal requirements."
Mr. Schneider is planning additional Texas Roast locations in coming months, each of which will be outfitted with its own automated roaster.
About Texas Roast
Texas Roast serves fresh baked pastries and fresh roasted coffee daily in their coffee shop at 2435 Ridge Road, Rockwall, Texas. For more information call (972) 722-6336 or to order coffee online, visit their website at http://www.texasroast.com .
About Fresh Roast Systems, Inc.
Fresh Roast Systems of Key Biscayne, Florida, is the creator and patent holder for the Fresh Roast System ventless automated coffee roaster, a self-contained computer operated coffee roasting machine that allows any business to consistently produce fresh-roasted coffee without the staffing and environmental drawbacks of traditional coffee roasting equipment. For more information, call (305) 361-0463 or visit their website at http://www.freshroastsystems.com .
Media Contact:
Matthew Weisberg, General Manager
Fresh Roast Systems, Inc.
1-650-325-1795
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-05-06 12:45:33 Post Subject: PR: Fresh Roast Systems recognized for coffee quality
Key Biscayne, FL (BUSINESSWIRE) May 6, 2007 – Fresh Roast Systems, Inc. announces that Texas Roast Coffee has received an impressive 89-point review from leading coffee authority Ken Davids of Coffee Review for coffee roasted on their fully automated roasting machine.
"The Fresh Roast System is the sous-chef in our kitchen," says Texas Roast owner Jeff Schneider. Schneider founded the Rockwall, TX coffee shop and roasting business less than one year ago after returning from military duty in Iraq, with no prior coffee roasting experience or formal training.
By obtaining such a high rating on Coffee Review's 100-point scale for their Cowboy Coffee blend, Texas Roast enters an elite class of specialty coffee craftsmen. Mr. Davids describes the blend as having a "very impressive aroma" and "grapefruit notes with distinct cedar and semi-sweet chocolate."
"Ever since the review, online sales of our coffee have been booming," says Schneider.
"This achievement is going to raise some eyebrows in our industry," notes specialty coffee industry consultant Andrew Hetzel. "Some traditionalists will always be skeptical of new technologies, but I believe that this proves automation can be an effective tool that will allow any business to roast craftsman-quality coffee with minimal requirements."
Mr. Schneider is planning additional Texas Roast locations in coming months, each of which will be outfitted with its own automated roaster.
About Texas Roast
Texas Roast serves fresh baked pastries and fresh roasted coffee daily in their coffee shop at 2435 Ridge Road, Rockwall, Texas. For more information call (972) 722-6336 or to order coffee online, visit their website at http://www.texasroast.com .
About Fresh Roast Systems, Inc.
Fresh Roast Systems of Key Biscayne, Florida, is the creator and patent holder for the Fresh Roast System ventless automated coffee roaster, a self-contained computer operated coffee roasting machine that allows any business to consistently produce fresh-roasted coffee without the staffing and environmental drawbacks of traditional coffee roasting equipment. For more information, call (305) 361-0463 or visit their website at http://www.freshroastsystems.com .
Media Contact:
Matthew Weisberg, General Manager
Fresh Roast Systems, Inc.
1-650-325-1795
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View entire thread: PR: 2007 Kona Signature Cup results
Posted by cafemakers on 2007-12-20 12:19:42 Post Subject: PR: 2007 Kona Signature Cup results
Kona Coffee Signature Cup sweet success for Barista Brooke Bateman of Mountain Thunder Farm
Kailua Kona, Hawaii - Third time is a charm for Barista and Coffee Roaster Brooke Bateman of Mountain Thunder as she steamed and her way to the top barely breaking a sweat with her Italian themed drink, Citrus Twist, brewed with 100% Kona coffee from her family farm, prepared as espresso, blended with velvety milk and orange zest. This was the 3rd annual Kona Signature Cup held during the 37th Kona Coffee Festival.
The 2007 Kona Signature Cup, November 10th, hosted by “Kona Joe” Albin and wife Deepa, former Miss Hawaii, was a fundraiser to support Green Source, the Kainaliu Exchange, dedicated to keeping Hawaii green. Kona Joe stated “Each year we select a nonprofit organization to highlight. Green Source was a natural fit for us. It was the biggest Signature Cup yet and the first zero waste event” featuring cups made from cornstarch. Dinner, wine tasting, traditional entertainment and a silent auction accompanied the Signature Cup.
Lt. Governor of Hawaii Duke Aiona joined more than 125 attendees to watch the Baristi prepare and present an espresso drink of their own creation to a panel of discerning judges. Baristi were evaluated on drink taste, technical skills and presentation. Time was a critical factor with a mere 10 minutes to prepare four identical drinks.
Emcee Danny Johns of WholeCup Coffee Consulting, LLC presided over the Kona Signature Cup with his lively commentary and introductions as audience members enjoyed the show and cheered for their favorite barista.
“We are very pleased with the results of the Kona Signature Cup," commented Albin. "This event is an annual tradition raising funds and awareness of not only our featured cause, also raising awareness of quality baristi and recognizing it takes the barista real skill to expertly prepare the fine coffees we grow. We are already planning for a bigger and better 2008 event.”
For more information:
Kona Signature Cup and Kona Joe Farms http://www.konajoe.com
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival: http://www.konacoffeefest.com
WholeCup Coffee Consulting: Danny or Sherri Johns, sjohnswholecup@aol.com 503.232.1016
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-12-20 12:19:42 Post Subject: PR: 2007 Kona Signature Cup results
Kona Coffee Signature Cup sweet success for Barista Brooke Bateman of Mountain Thunder Farm
Kailua Kona, Hawaii - Third time is a charm for Barista and Coffee Roaster Brooke Bateman of Mountain Thunder as she steamed and her way to the top barely breaking a sweat with her Italian themed drink, Citrus Twist, brewed with 100% Kona coffee from her family farm, prepared as espresso, blended with velvety milk and orange zest. This was the 3rd annual Kona Signature Cup held during the 37th Kona Coffee Festival.
The 2007 Kona Signature Cup, November 10th, hosted by “Kona Joe” Albin and wife Deepa, former Miss Hawaii, was a fundraiser to support Green Source, the Kainaliu Exchange, dedicated to keeping Hawaii green. Kona Joe stated “Each year we select a nonprofit organization to highlight. Green Source was a natural fit for us. It was the biggest Signature Cup yet and the first zero waste event” featuring cups made from cornstarch. Dinner, wine tasting, traditional entertainment and a silent auction accompanied the Signature Cup.
Lt. Governor of Hawaii Duke Aiona joined more than 125 attendees to watch the Baristi prepare and present an espresso drink of their own creation to a panel of discerning judges. Baristi were evaluated on drink taste, technical skills and presentation. Time was a critical factor with a mere 10 minutes to prepare four identical drinks.
Emcee Danny Johns of WholeCup Coffee Consulting, LLC presided over the Kona Signature Cup with his lively commentary and introductions as audience members enjoyed the show and cheered for their favorite barista.
“We are very pleased with the results of the Kona Signature Cup," commented Albin. "This event is an annual tradition raising funds and awareness of not only our featured cause, also raising awareness of quality baristi and recognizing it takes the barista real skill to expertly prepare the fine coffees we grow. We are already planning for a bigger and better 2008 event.”
For more information:
Kona Signature Cup and Kona Joe Farms http://www.konajoe.com
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival: http://www.konacoffeefest.com
WholeCup Coffee Consulting: Danny or Sherri Johns, sjohnswholecup@aol.com 503.232.1016
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View entire thread: PR: Training at the 2008 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
Posted by cafemakers on 2008-10-03 02:28:26 Post Subject: PR: Training at the 2008 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
KAILUA KONA, HI–(Marketwire - October 02, 2008) - Espresso training, coffee roaster training, a farm tour and a new professional coffee tasting class will be held ahead of this year’s Kona Coffee Cultural Festival on the Big Island.
The Hawaii Coffee Training Workshop series sponsored by the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative includes two new programs for 2008: an advanced espresso class and a coffee cupping workshop that instructs coffee tasting to rigorous international standards.
Nov. 3 - Advanced Profile Roasting led by Paul Thornton, roastmaster and green coffee buyer for Coffee Bean International, licensed Q grader and board member of the Specialty Coffee Association of America. This roasting workshop is designed for experienced coffee roasters and will instruct attendees to use proven techniques that enhance the quality and consistency of coffee roasting.
Nov. 4 - Coffee Farm & Mill Tour of local cooperative plantations. Put on your hiking shoes and walk through fields, pick coffee cherries and meet local farmers!
Nov. 5 - Beginning Espresso led by Andrew Hetzel, president of Hawaii-based Cafemakers, board member of the World Barista Championship and Hawaii’s only resident Q Grader. This barista training workshop will introduce novice baristas to fundamental concepts of espresso extraction, espresso tasting and espresso machine operation.
Nov. 6 - Advanced Espresso, also led by Andrew Hetzel. This workshop continues with advanced hands-on activities and exercises that improve barista skill and the flavor of specialty coffee drinks.
Nov. 7 - Cupper’s Training: An introduction to professional coffee cupping using the Coffee Quality Institute Q Grading system. Participants will learn to objectively evaluate coffee flavor and overall quality.
Classes will be held from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Hale Halawai center on Ali’i Drive in Kona for a fee of $225 per training workshop and $99 for the farm tour. Class sizes are limited and advance registration is required. For more information or to register, contact the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative at (808) 328-2411 or visit www.kpfc.com.
About the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
The 38th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates Hawaii’s 180-year coffee tradition from November 7 - 16, 2008. Enjoy nearly 50 Festival events including contests, tastings, ethnic foods, parades, a scholarship pageant, farm tours, art exhibits, an outdoor concert and more! For more information about the Festival, visit www.konacoffeefest.com.
About the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
Known as the oldest and largest coffee cooperative in the United States, the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative has been continuously processing coffee since 1910. The coop offers education events for industry professionals and free daily tours of coffee operations for consumers. For more information, visit the KPFC website at www.kpfc.com.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2008-10-03 02:28:26 Post Subject: PR: Training at the 2008 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
KAILUA KONA, HI–(Marketwire - October 02, 2008) - Espresso training, coffee roaster training, a farm tour and a new professional coffee tasting class will be held ahead of this year’s Kona Coffee Cultural Festival on the Big Island.
The Hawaii Coffee Training Workshop series sponsored by the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative includes two new programs for 2008: an advanced espresso class and a coffee cupping workshop that instructs coffee tasting to rigorous international standards.
Nov. 3 - Advanced Profile Roasting led by Paul Thornton, roastmaster and green coffee buyer for Coffee Bean International, licensed Q grader and board member of the Specialty Coffee Association of America. This roasting workshop is designed for experienced coffee roasters and will instruct attendees to use proven techniques that enhance the quality and consistency of coffee roasting.
Nov. 4 - Coffee Farm & Mill Tour of local cooperative plantations. Put on your hiking shoes and walk through fields, pick coffee cherries and meet local farmers!
Nov. 5 - Beginning Espresso led by Andrew Hetzel, president of Hawaii-based Cafemakers, board member of the World Barista Championship and Hawaii’s only resident Q Grader. This barista training workshop will introduce novice baristas to fundamental concepts of espresso extraction, espresso tasting and espresso machine operation.
Nov. 6 - Advanced Espresso, also led by Andrew Hetzel. This workshop continues with advanced hands-on activities and exercises that improve barista skill and the flavor of specialty coffee drinks.
Nov. 7 - Cupper’s Training: An introduction to professional coffee cupping using the Coffee Quality Institute Q Grading system. Participants will learn to objectively evaluate coffee flavor and overall quality.
Classes will be held from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Hale Halawai center on Ali’i Drive in Kona for a fee of $225 per training workshop and $99 for the farm tour. Class sizes are limited and advance registration is required. For more information or to register, contact the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative at (808) 328-2411 or visit www.kpfc.com.
About the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
The 38th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates Hawaii’s 180-year coffee tradition from November 7 - 16, 2008. Enjoy nearly 50 Festival events including contests, tastings, ethnic foods, parades, a scholarship pageant, farm tours, art exhibits, an outdoor concert and more! For more information about the Festival, visit www.konacoffeefest.com.
About the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative
Known as the oldest and largest coffee cooperative in the United States, the Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative has been continuously processing coffee since 1910. The coop offers education events for industry professionals and free daily tours of coffee operations for consumers. For more information, visit the KPFC website at www.kpfc.com.
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View entire thread: How does my budget breakout look?
Posted by Parcher on 2004-10-04 22:59:48 Post Subject: How does my budget breakout look?
I'm really glad I found this forum. I thought I would ask for some input here.
I am spearheading an effort to open a coffee shop which will occupy a corner of our church expansion. About 20x30 or so, we will be able to seat around 40 to 50.
I am claiming roughly half of the total budget for equipment, which amounts to about $5000 that I have to spend. . I thought I would list my anticipated equipment and expenditures on each. I would welcome any input on where you folks feel I am under (or over) funding a particular piece of equipment. Also interested in any glaring ommisions regarding something that will be needed.
Commercial Espresso Machine 1 $949.00 Capresso C1300
Dedicated Espresso Grinder 1 $395.00 Rancilio Rocky Coffee Grinder
Coffee Roaster 1 $185.00 Iroast
Gram Scale 1 $42.00
I guess I am particularly interested in the first three items. My gut tells me I am not spending enough on the roaster. I am having some difficulty finding a roaster that would have a little bigger capacity and a more "commercial" build quality. Again, I have no experience with roasting yet, and I don't mean to sell the I roast short. That's why I'm counting on some input from the field.
Note that there are other items and equipment that I also have to cover with the 5K; I left out the freezer, refrigeration, microwave, and some sound equipment. The mission statement encompasses a broader range of beverages than just coffee, but I am determined to make coffee the hands-down focal point.
I am anticipating that hopefully, our equipment and some practice will far exceed the expectations of our patrons quality wise, and that we won't be taxed to serve a huge number of people, at least at first. My hope, of course, is to have this change as word gets out. Ultimately we see this as somewhat of a community fellowship type venue.
Some of you I'm sure are from areas that have a fair amount of culture, and the expectations are undoubtedly higher than they are here. There is nothing even resembling a coffee shop within 30 miles of our location. Culture here is, uh, lacking. Nevertheless, my aim is to pretend like there is a first class coffee shop across the street, and then compete with them.
PS, How do I store green coffee bean, and for how long does it keep?
Sorry for the huge (and somewhat unorganized) post, but I am really needing some guidance and input on this matter of what equipment to purchase.
Thanks list
EJL
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Posted by Parcher on 2004-10-04 22:59:48 Post Subject: How does my budget breakout look?
I'm really glad I found this forum. I thought I would ask for some input here.
I am spearheading an effort to open a coffee shop which will occupy a corner of our church expansion. About 20x30 or so, we will be able to seat around 40 to 50.
I am claiming roughly half of the total budget for equipment, which amounts to about $5000 that I have to spend. . I thought I would list my anticipated equipment and expenditures on each. I would welcome any input on where you folks feel I am under (or over) funding a particular piece of equipment. Also interested in any glaring ommisions regarding something that will be needed.
Commercial Espresso Machine 1 $949.00 Capresso C1300
Dedicated Espresso Grinder 1 $395.00 Rancilio Rocky Coffee Grinder
Coffee Roaster 1 $185.00 Iroast
Gram Scale 1 $42.00
I guess I am particularly interested in the first three items. My gut tells me I am not spending enough on the roaster. I am having some difficulty finding a roaster that would have a little bigger capacity and a more "commercial" build quality. Again, I have no experience with roasting yet, and I don't mean to sell the I roast short. That's why I'm counting on some input from the field.
Note that there are other items and equipment that I also have to cover with the 5K; I left out the freezer, refrigeration, microwave, and some sound equipment. The mission statement encompasses a broader range of beverages than just coffee, but I am determined to make coffee the hands-down focal point.
I am anticipating that hopefully, our equipment and some practice will far exceed the expectations of our patrons quality wise, and that we won't be taxed to serve a huge number of people, at least at first. My hope, of course, is to have this change as word gets out. Ultimately we see this as somewhat of a community fellowship type venue.
Some of you I'm sure are from areas that have a fair amount of culture, and the expectations are undoubtedly higher than they are here. There is nothing even resembling a coffee shop within 30 miles of our location. Culture here is, uh, lacking. Nevertheless, my aim is to pretend like there is a first class coffee shop across the street, and then compete with them.
PS, How do I store green coffee bean, and for how long does it keep?
Sorry for the huge (and somewhat unorganized) post, but I am really needing some guidance and input on this matter of what equipment to purchase.
Thanks list
EJL
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View entire thread: Diedrich IR 12 Roaster and Afterburner FOR SALE
Posted by revive on 2008-04-30 11:50:21 Post Subject: Diedrich IR 12 Roaster and Afterburner FOR SALE
We have a gorgeous, Diedrich IR-12 Coffee Roaster for sale. This is one of the most renowned roasters available today. It's designed to be ultra efficient so instead of using the old-style open flame burners, not unlike a gas grille, it uses extremely efficient Infrared Burners, more similar to a super high output rotisserie. These burners offer the widest operating range (allowing roast batches as small as 1lb!), Low CO, CO2 and NO2 gases preserving your coffees flavor and lower operating costs due to the higher efficiency.
The IR-12 is the pinnacle of the specialty coffee market and is used by MANY small, batch roasters and coffeehouses. This unit is also great to use to roast your own coffee if you own a cafe/coffeehouse, etc. - you can cut your coffee expenses by OVER HALF and it's simple to use - we'll show you how! This is what we use it for currently. The ONLY reason we are offering this roaster for sale is to purchase a smaller roaster that the city will allow us to locate in the front area of our coffeehouse, or else it would never leave here!
Purchase with or without the Newer Afterburner, it is a Diedrich Model 12 (to ensure clean smoke and happy neighbors) - Price w/o: 12,500 and price w/ afterburner: 23,500.
The roaster was built in 1995 in by Diedrich Manufacturing, right here in the USA! The after burner is a newer addition, built on 2002 and installed in 2005, due a relocation of the roaster. Both were professionally installed by Diedrich!
They're built for years and years of continuous operation, and require surprisingly little maintenance that is easy enough to be done by the owner. New, these unit costs over 30,000! This is a great buy and won't last long!
If you're interested, please email us right away, as these roasters never last long if they are ever offered for sale.
Here are some specs with pictures of the roaster below:
Single Roast Range 1-30 lbs / 175 gr - 12 kg
*Hourly Roast Output (maximum Ibs/kgs) 103 lbs/ 48 kg
Roaster Weight Empty (lbs/kgs) 960 / 437
Floor Bearing Weight with maximum load of beans (lbs/kgs) 990 / 450
Floor Space Required includes exhaust air outlet. (inches/centimeters) 29 X 58
73.7 X 147.3
Roaster Overall Height with funnel (inches/centimeters) 76 / 193
Roaster Overall Length with exhaust outlet (inches/centimeters) 42 / 106.6
Roaster Overall Width
(inches/centimeters) 30.5 / 77.47
Gas Consumption- BTU/HR 63,000
Electrical supply- Volts AC 110
Amperage 13
Exhaust Duct Air Flow- CFM at 1" static pressure 290
Exhaust Duct Diameters (inches/centimeters) 6.0 / 15.24
Official Deidrich Extended Warranty is availalbe Contact Diedrich for Details
Will assist with shipping preparation Buyer pays for all shipping costs
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Located in Portland, Oregon USA, we will assist with readying the roaster/afterburner for shipment, but shipping is the responsibility of the buyer.
You can contact me at jesse (at) revive coffeehouse (dot) com for more info and with your questions.
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Posted by revive on 2008-04-30 11:50:21 Post Subject: Diedrich IR 12 Roaster and Afterburner FOR SALE
We have a gorgeous, Diedrich IR-12 Coffee Roaster for sale. This is one of the most renowned roasters available today. It's designed to be ultra efficient so instead of using the old-style open flame burners, not unlike a gas grille, it uses extremely efficient Infrared Burners, more similar to a super high output rotisserie. These burners offer the widest operating range (allowing roast batches as small as 1lb!), Low CO, CO2 and NO2 gases preserving your coffees flavor and lower operating costs due to the higher efficiency.
The IR-12 is the pinnacle of the specialty coffee market and is used by MANY small, batch roasters and coffeehouses. This unit is also great to use to roast your own coffee if you own a cafe/coffeehouse, etc. - you can cut your coffee expenses by OVER HALF and it's simple to use - we'll show you how! This is what we use it for currently. The ONLY reason we are offering this roaster for sale is to purchase a smaller roaster that the city will allow us to locate in the front area of our coffeehouse, or else it would never leave here!
Purchase with or without the Newer Afterburner, it is a Diedrich Model 12 (to ensure clean smoke and happy neighbors) - Price w/o: 12,500 and price w/ afterburner: 23,500.
The roaster was built in 1995 in by Diedrich Manufacturing, right here in the USA! The after burner is a newer addition, built on 2002 and installed in 2005, due a relocation of the roaster. Both were professionally installed by Diedrich!
They're built for years and years of continuous operation, and require surprisingly little maintenance that is easy enough to be done by the owner. New, these unit costs over 30,000! This is a great buy and won't last long!
If you're interested, please email us right away, as these roasters never last long if they are ever offered for sale.
Here are some specs with pictures of the roaster below:
Single Roast Range 1-30 lbs / 175 gr - 12 kg
*Hourly Roast Output (maximum Ibs/kgs) 103 lbs/ 48 kg
Roaster Weight Empty (lbs/kgs) 960 / 437
Floor Bearing Weight with maximum load of beans (lbs/kgs) 990 / 450
Floor Space Required includes exhaust air outlet. (inches/centimeters) 29 X 58
73.7 X 147.3
Roaster Overall Height with funnel (inches/centimeters) 76 / 193
Roaster Overall Length with exhaust outlet (inches/centimeters) 42 / 106.6
Roaster Overall Width
(inches/centimeters) 30.5 / 77.47
Gas Consumption- BTU/HR 63,000
Electrical supply- Volts AC 110
Amperage 13
Exhaust Duct Air Flow- CFM at 1" static pressure 290
Exhaust Duct Diameters (inches/centimeters) 6.0 / 15.24
Official Deidrich Extended Warranty is availalbe Contact Diedrich for Details
Will assist with shipping preparation Buyer pays for all shipping costs
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Located in Portland, Oregon USA, we will assist with readying the roaster/afterburner for shipment, but shipping is the responsibility of the buyer.
You can contact me at jesse (at) revive coffeehouse (dot) com for more info and with your questions.
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View entire thread: Battle of the Baristas
Posted by barefoot on 2004-10-25 14:12:27 Post Subject: Battle of the Baristas
This is a PR about an event we have coming up. If anyone is in the Bay Area come on out and watch the fun!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Andy Newbom
Barefoot Coffee Roasters
408-687-3692
info@barefootcoffeeroasters.com
‘Battle of the Baristas’ To Crown The Best Barista In Bay Area
A unique competition pits 14 of the top Baristas from the best espresso bars in the Bay Area in a highly caffeinated battle for coffee supremacy.
SANTA CLARA, Calif., October 27th, 2004 – The Battle of the Baristas will showcase the amazing coffee making talents of some of the best Baristas in the south bay and peninsula areas. Fourteen independent cafes will choose their star Barista to represent them in an “Iron Chefâ€
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Posted by barefoot on 2004-10-25 14:12:27 Post Subject: Battle of the Baristas
This is a PR about an event we have coming up. If anyone is in the Bay Area come on out and watch the fun!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Andy Newbom
Barefoot Coffee Roasters
408-687-3692
info@barefootcoffeeroasters.com
‘Battle of the Baristas’ To Crown The Best Barista In Bay Area
A unique competition pits 14 of the top Baristas from the best espresso bars in the Bay Area in a highly caffeinated battle for coffee supremacy.
SANTA CLARA, Calif., October 27th, 2004 – The Battle of the Baristas will showcase the amazing coffee making talents of some of the best Baristas in the south bay and peninsula areas. Fourteen independent cafes will choose their star Barista to represent them in an “Iron Chefâ€
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View entire thread: help!
Posted by racky on 2008-06-24 02:19:34 Post Subject: help!
I bought second hand toper coffee roaster machine. Have you knowledge about toper company ?and do you have direction for use this machine?
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Posted by racky on 2008-06-24 02:19:34 Post Subject: help!
I bought second hand toper coffee roaster machine. Have you knowledge about toper company ?and do you have direction for use this machine?
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View entire thread: Diedrich IR-12 Coffee Roaster
Posted by FlyingGoose on 2005-11-07 07:28:04 Post Subject: Diedrich IR-12 Coffee Roaster
We have a Deidrich IR-12 coffee roaster for sale. It is a 1999 model. The roaster was purchased in 2000 for $16,000 and was used twice a month roasting since then. The Deidrich IR-12 has very well maintained has been well maintained and in excellent condition. We also have a full website designed for the coffee comapany which also could be added into the sale of the coffee roaster.
This is the perfect oppertunity if you are looking to start into coffee roasting or add to a currently running business.
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Posted by FlyingGoose on 2005-11-07 07:28:04 Post Subject: Diedrich IR-12 Coffee Roaster
We have a Deidrich IR-12 coffee roaster for sale. It is a 1999 model. The roaster was purchased in 2000 for $16,000 and was used twice a month roasting since then. The Deidrich IR-12 has very well maintained has been well maintained and in excellent condition. We also have a full website designed for the coffee comapany which also could be added into the sale of the coffee roaster.
This is the perfect oppertunity if you are looking to start into coffee roasting or add to a currently running business.
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View entire thread: PR: Turkey's Leading Coffee Roaster Selects Cafemakers
Posted by cafemakers on 2007-05-04 09:01:51 Post Subject: PR: Turkey's Leading Coffee Roaster Selects Cafemakers
Kamuela, HI (PRWEB) May 4, 2007 -- John's Coffee, Turkey's leading specialty coffee roaster and retailer , has contracted American coffee consultancy Cafemakers, LLC for guidance with strategic growth and quality assurance initiatives.
"Istanbul has been the center of coffee trade between East and West for centuries," says Cafemakers President Andrew Hetzel. "We are honored that Turkey's recognized top specialty coffee roaster has selected our company to assist them to continue their rapid business expansion into the Middle East and Western markets."
Under terms of the agreement, Cafemakers will provide retail-consulting services, retail staff training, strategic planning for wholesale coffee roasting capacity increases and wholesale coffee roasting quality control processes.
“We believe Cafemakers will be a valuable asset to us in accomplishing our vision to be the world’s leading specialty coffee roaster & retailer,” acknowledges John’s Coffee Managing Director Arda Bestas.
About John's Coffee
John's Coffee is Turkey's largest specialty coffee roaster, an ISO9001 certified company with wholesale distribution and retail outlets in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. More information about John's Coffee is available online from their website at www.johnscoffee.com.tr
About Cafemakers, LLC
Based on the Big Island of Hawaii, Andrew Hetzel and his team at Cafemakers, LLC provide strategic planning and quality control services for retail and wholesale specialty coffee businesses worldwide. Information is available online at www.cafemakers.com .
Press Contact:
Andrew Hetzel
+1 (808) 443-0290 – Tel
+1 (808) 443-0190 – Fax
www.cafemakers.com
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-05-04 09:01:51 Post Subject: PR: Turkey's Leading Coffee Roaster Selects Cafemakers
Kamuela, HI (PRWEB) May 4, 2007 -- John's Coffee, Turkey's leading specialty coffee roaster and retailer , has contracted American coffee consultancy Cafemakers, LLC for guidance with strategic growth and quality assurance initiatives.
"Istanbul has been the center of coffee trade between East and West for centuries," says Cafemakers President Andrew Hetzel. "We are honored that Turkey's recognized top specialty coffee roaster has selected our company to assist them to continue their rapid business expansion into the Middle East and Western markets."
Under terms of the agreement, Cafemakers will provide retail-consulting services, retail staff training, strategic planning for wholesale coffee roasting capacity increases and wholesale coffee roasting quality control processes.
“We believe Cafemakers will be a valuable asset to us in accomplishing our vision to be the world’s leading specialty coffee roaster & retailer,” acknowledges John’s Coffee Managing Director Arda Bestas.
About John's Coffee
John's Coffee is Turkey's largest specialty coffee roaster, an ISO9001 certified company with wholesale distribution and retail outlets in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. More information about John's Coffee is available online from their website at www.johnscoffee.com.tr
About Cafemakers, LLC
Based on the Big Island of Hawaii, Andrew Hetzel and his team at Cafemakers, LLC provide strategic planning and quality control services for retail and wholesale specialty coffee businesses worldwide. Information is available online at www.cafemakers.com .
Press Contact:
Andrew Hetzel
+1 (808) 443-0290 – Tel
+1 (808) 443-0190 – Fax
www.cafemakers.com
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View entire thread: Looking for good Vienna roast
Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2007-10-25 12:57:48 Post Subject: Looking for good Vienna roast
Looking for a good Vienna dark roast. I'm currently paying $6.70/lb. from a local coffee roaster. Is there such a thing as rating a roasting company? I'd be grateful for any info on this. Thanks.
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2007-10-25 12:57:48 Post Subject: Looking for good Vienna roast
Looking for a good Vienna dark roast. I'm currently paying $6.70/lb. from a local coffee roaster. Is there such a thing as rating a roasting company? I'd be grateful for any info on this. Thanks.
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View entire thread: apprentice
Posted by topher on 2006-08-23 07:30:03 Post Subject: apprentice
We are looking for an apprentice coffee roaster in the South Florida. We are located in Deerfield Beach(near Boca Raton). The person we are looking for does not need to have any roasting experience at all...just a true passion for coffee. Being mechanically inclined is good and having a sense of humor is a must. I am not going to sugar coat this, this position is physically challenging and there can often be long hours of work involved. This is a great opportunity for but we always have a great time. We are an EOE and drug free work place. We do background checks and drug test on all potential employees. If interested please contact me at topherroaster@gmail.com
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Posted by topher on 2006-08-23 07:30:03 Post Subject: apprentice
We are looking for an apprentice coffee roaster in the South Florida. We are located in Deerfield Beach(near Boca Raton). The person we are looking for does not need to have any roasting experience at all...just a true passion for coffee. Being mechanically inclined is good and having a sense of humor is a must. I am not going to sugar coat this, this position is physically challenging and there can often be long hours of work involved. This is a great opportunity for but we always have a great time. We are an EOE and drug free work place. We do background checks and drug test on all potential employees. If interested please contact me at topherroaster@gmail.com
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View entire thread: Two Royal No. 5''s - available
Posted by aimshow on 2008-05-04 16:23:35 Post Subject: Two Royal No. 5''s - available
ROYAL No. 5 - COFFEE ROASTER
Two Available
This Roaster is in solid condition with rotating cylinder and burner intact - comes with cooling bin – but no motor.
ROYAL’s Original Advertisement for the #5 – 1916 Catalog:
“Your Coffee Department ought to be the most profitable branch of your business. This is the most practical size roaster for retail stores.”
No. 5 ROYAL Roaster Dimensions
Length with cooling car………..4 ft. 8 in.
Length without cooling car……3 ft. 10. in
Width with cooling car………….2 ft. 4 in.
Width without cooling car……..2 ft. 1 in.
Height to top of motor………4 ft. 7 ¾ in.
Height to top of cylinder……….3 ft. 7 in.
Net weight……………………433 pounds
Weight crated…………………625 pounds
“The No. 5, No. 6 and No. 7 ROYAL Coffee Roasters are handsomely finished with heavy aluminum outside jacket. Copper and Nickel Plated Trimmings. A revolving perforated steel cylinder is mounted within the jacket. The gas burner is placed underneath the cylinder at such a distance that a uniform circulation of heat is insured without submitting the berry to direct contact with the flame.
The No. 5 ROYAL Roaster can be furnished with a gasoline burner instead of gas burner, but the 6 and 7 roasters are made with burners for natural or artificial gas only.
The ROYAL Roasters are conceded to be the best and latest in design and finish of any roasting machines made, and are suitable for, and in harmony with, the most modern equipped stores in the country.”
This is the real mcCoy - with beautiful scrollwork. If you are in the coffee business this roaster will roast coffee but will also make an excellent display piece for an upscale restaurant, coffee house, whatever. Absolutely a gorgeous piece which will also roast peanuts or chestnuts to perfection.
This is one of the earliest roasters made!
Brass Plate on Roaster reads:
ROYAL (REG U.S. PATENT OFF.)Coffee Roaster
MAN''FD BY
The A.J. Deer Co.
Hornell N.Y., U.S.A.
Style No 5 Capacity 25 LBS. Serial No 2439
This item is being sold \"As is, Where is\" with no warranties/guarantees expressed, written or implied and sells to the highest offer.
I can help arrange shipping but buyer pays for all shipping.
INSPECTION:
You are welcome to make an appointment to physically inspect this item.
QUESTIONS: Please contact : aimshow@hotmail.com
Pictures are available upon request!
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Posted by aimshow on 2008-05-04 16:23:35 Post Subject: Two Royal No. 5''s - available
ROYAL No. 5 - COFFEE ROASTER
Two Available
This Roaster is in solid condition with rotating cylinder and burner intact - comes with cooling bin – but no motor.
ROYAL’s Original Advertisement for the #5 – 1916 Catalog:
“Your Coffee Department ought to be the most profitable branch of your business. This is the most practical size roaster for retail stores.”
No. 5 ROYAL Roaster Dimensions
Length with cooling car………..4 ft. 8 in.
Length without cooling car……3 ft. 10. in
Width with cooling car………….2 ft. 4 in.
Width without cooling car……..2 ft. 1 in.
Height to top of motor………4 ft. 7 ¾ in.
Height to top of cylinder……….3 ft. 7 in.
Net weight……………………433 pounds
Weight crated…………………625 pounds
“The No. 5, No. 6 and No. 7 ROYAL Coffee Roasters are handsomely finished with heavy aluminum outside jacket. Copper and Nickel Plated Trimmings. A revolving perforated steel cylinder is mounted within the jacket. The gas burner is placed underneath the cylinder at such a distance that a uniform circulation of heat is insured without submitting the berry to direct contact with the flame.
The No. 5 ROYAL Roaster can be furnished with a gasoline burner instead of gas burner, but the 6 and 7 roasters are made with burners for natural or artificial gas only.
The ROYAL Roasters are conceded to be the best and latest in design and finish of any roasting machines made, and are suitable for, and in harmony with, the most modern equipped stores in the country.”
This is the real mcCoy - with beautiful scrollwork. If you are in the coffee business this roaster will roast coffee but will also make an excellent display piece for an upscale restaurant, coffee house, whatever. Absolutely a gorgeous piece which will also roast peanuts or chestnuts to perfection.
This is one of the earliest roasters made!
Brass Plate on Roaster reads:
ROYAL (REG U.S. PATENT OFF.)Coffee Roaster
MAN''FD BY
The A.J. Deer Co.
Hornell N.Y., U.S.A.
Style No 5 Capacity 25 LBS. Serial No 2439
This item is being sold \"As is, Where is\" with no warranties/guarantees expressed, written or implied and sells to the highest offer.
I can help arrange shipping but buyer pays for all shipping.
INSPECTION:
You are welcome to make an appointment to physically inspect this item.
QUESTIONS: Please contact : aimshow@hotmail.com
Pictures are available upon request!
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View entire thread: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
Posted by ericburns95 on 2006-12-02 16:28:18 Post Subject: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
has anyone bought a coffee roaster from cafecoffees.com? if so please let me know of your experience mine has been terrible
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Posted by ericburns95 on 2006-12-02 16:28:18 Post Subject: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
has anyone bought a coffee roaster from cafecoffees.com? if so please let me know of your experience mine has been terrible
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View entire thread: Three roaster/bean questions...
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2006-08-05 19:37:29 Post Subject:
The Gene Cafe Coffee Roaster may be just the ticket for you! It is new to the market and I believe soon to take over the large batch home roaster.
Or their are some modifications you can do to a Salton UFO popcorn popper for the stirring, with a turbo heat convection heater for the heat.
Just google "Salton UFO Popcorn Popper roasts coffee" or something similar and you should get plenty of results I can't post here.
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2006-08-05 19:37:29 Post Subject:
The Gene Cafe Coffee Roaster may be just the ticket for you! It is new to the market and I believe soon to take over the large batch home roaster.
Or their are some modifications you can do to a Salton UFO popcorn popper for the stirring, with a turbo heat convection heater for the heat.
Just google "Salton UFO Popcorn Popper roasts coffee" or something similar and you should get plenty of results I can't post here.
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View entire thread: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2006-12-02 21:11:28 Post Subject: Re: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
:evil: has anyone bought a coffee roaster from cafecoffees.com? if so please let me know of your experience mine has been terrible
What happened?
Len
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Posted by coffeeroastersclub6 on 2006-12-02 21:11:28 Post Subject: Re: coffe roasters from cafecoffees.com
:evil: has anyone bought a coffee roaster from cafecoffees.com? if so please let me know of your experience mine has been terrible
What happened?
Len
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View entire thread: changing a job?
Posted by muzoon on 2007-04-23 02:40:48 Post Subject: changing a job?
hi coffee people,
i´am working in a small café chain as barista trainer and coffee roaster.
i have been offered a new job at another bigger company as barista trainer and coffee roaster.
my problem or question is what about ethics in coffee industry or in indutries where everybody knows everybody???
is it OK if one person leaves one company and goes to another, in proffessional sense... ???
Thanks in advance,
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Posted by muzoon on 2007-04-23 02:40:48 Post Subject: changing a job?
hi coffee people,
i´am working in a small café chain as barista trainer and coffee roaster.
i have been offered a new job at another bigger company as barista trainer and coffee roaster.
my problem or question is what about ethics in coffee industry or in indutries where everybody knows everybody???
is it OK if one person leaves one company and goes to another, in proffessional sense... ???
Thanks in advance,
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View entire thread: Roasters
Posted by jagfellow on 2005-06-05 13:47:22 Post Subject: Roasters
I am considering buying a coffee roaster and my concern is my neighbours reaction to the smoke. How long does a roaster create smoke. If a hotttop roasts for 20+ minutes, how many minutes is it producing smoke. Does smoke start at first crack?
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Posted by jagfellow on 2005-06-05 13:47:22 Post Subject: Roasters
I am considering buying a coffee roaster and my concern is my neighbours reaction to the smoke. How long does a roaster create smoke. If a hotttop roasts for 20+ minutes, how many minutes is it producing smoke. Does smoke start at first crack?
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View entire thread: Reglutory requirments for Roasting - 15kilo
Posted by bohemian on 2008-10-08 20:27:30 Post Subject:
I sent an email to the MOE regarding a 5K roaster this spring and would it require a coffee roaster in the hopes of receiving something in writing. The email was forwarded to someone who had an engineer designation. His response was that the client (that's me I guess) was responsible for deciding if a CofA was required. I should see the document O. Reg. 419/05. (4174e.pdf) and determine if I needed to apply for an air certificate. It really is a mess in that department.
If you do manage to get someone to actually utter the words I would make sure you document who you spoke with and preferably get something in writing. It would stop them from coming back later and telling you that you are not compliant, but at least you will have evidence that you performed due diligence when investigating whether you needed one or not.
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Posted by bohemian on 2008-10-08 20:27:30 Post Subject:
I sent an email to the MOE regarding a 5K roaster this spring and would it require a coffee roaster in the hopes of receiving something in writing. The email was forwarded to someone who had an engineer designation. His response was that the client (that's me I guess) was responsible for deciding if a CofA was required. I should see the document O. Reg. 419/05. (4174e.pdf) and determine if I needed to apply for an air certificate. It really is a mess in that department.
If you do manage to get someone to actually utter the words I would make sure you document who you spoke with and preferably get something in writing. It would stop them from coming back later and telling you that you are not compliant, but at least you will have evidence that you performed due diligence when investigating whether you needed one or not.
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View entire thread: Nitrogen Flushing
Posted by BeanGrinder on 2005-03-29 15:11:40 Post Subject: Nitrogen Flushing
I was reading about one coffee roaster who "flushes" the bags with nitrogen to remove oxygen harmful to coffee.
Does anyone know about this process and whether it is cost effective? I would guess it makes sense if the coffee is going to sit on the shelf for a prolonged period of time, but I'm not sure I would make much difference in our case - our customers drink our coffee faster than we can roast it!
But I'm curious to know what kind of equipment is used in this process and who manufactures it. Are there less volatile alternatives to nitrogen?
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Posted by BeanGrinder on 2005-03-29 15:11:40 Post Subject: Nitrogen Flushing
I was reading about one coffee roaster who "flushes" the bags with nitrogen to remove oxygen harmful to coffee.
Does anyone know about this process and whether it is cost effective? I would guess it makes sense if the coffee is going to sit on the shelf for a prolonged period of time, but I'm not sure I would make much difference in our case - our customers drink our coffee faster than we can roast it!
But I'm curious to know what kind of equipment is used in this process and who manufactures it. Are there less volatile alternatives to nitrogen?
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View entire thread: Royal 5 Question
Posted by RoyalGal on 2008-08-08 11:59:17 Post Subject: Royal 5 Question
Hello, I''m hoping someone here can help me figure out what to do with a Royal #5 coffee roaster that i have. My Grandfather left it to me when he passed in 2001. It was working at the time (he used it as a peanut roaster) and in great shape but has been sitting since then. Now it looks as though it could use some TLC to bring her back. Can anyone tell me how I would find out what it is worth, if there is a market for it and then how I would actually go about selling it? I can''t imagine that it''s possible to even ship it but maybe someone could correct me there.
I hate to part with it but I''m planning to give any funds raised to the leukemia/lymphoma society in his memory so I think he would understand.
TIA for any help. I really appreciate it.
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Posted by RoyalGal on 2008-08-08 11:59:17 Post Subject: Royal 5 Question
Hello, I''m hoping someone here can help me figure out what to do with a Royal #5 coffee roaster that i have. My Grandfather left it to me when he passed in 2001. It was working at the time (he used it as a peanut roaster) and in great shape but has been sitting since then. Now it looks as though it could use some TLC to bring her back. Can anyone tell me how I would find out what it is worth, if there is a market for it and then how I would actually go about selling it? I can''t imagine that it''s possible to even ship it but maybe someone could correct me there.
I hate to part with it but I''m planning to give any funds raised to the leukemia/lymphoma society in his memory so I think he would understand.
TIA for any help. I really appreciate it.
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View entire thread: Building Supplies - Doors & Service Windows
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2007-07-29 21:26:36 Post Subject:
From my carpenter experience (I am a Union Commercial Carpenter by day and a coffee roaster/webmaster by night) you will need a very wide door to do this. A standard 36" door will only give you a window about 16" wide at the largest if you want it to slide sideways.
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2007-07-29 21:26:36 Post Subject:
From my carpenter experience (I am a Union Commercial Carpenter by day and a coffee roaster/webmaster by night) you will need a very wide door to do this. A standard 36" door will only give you a window about 16" wide at the largest if you want it to slide sideways.
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View entire thread: The new Behmor 1600
Posted by BeanSmoke on 2007-06-17 14:42:03 Post Subject: The new Behmor 1600
I was lucky enough to see the official unveiling of the first approved Behmor 1600 table top home coffee roaster at the PNWG V.
http://home.comcast.net/~mckona/PNWGV.htm
Joe the designer/engineer behind this sweet unit said that the only market hold up now is pretty much the shipping time. Full production in China will begin soon. He (JoeB) gave me permission to share with all coffee forums this pre-sale information. Forgive me (Joe) if I make a mistake with this information but if my memory suits me well at this moment this is how he explained his marketing or the marketing plan for this new roaster.
Marketing will fork in two directions. One will be Corporate and the other he will have full control of. JoeB will release machines to sellers that he alone approves to sell his roaster. His name will be on these machines so he will be very critical how this roaster is marketed. I completely understand his approach here. JoeB gave several demonstrations and spoke in depth on the use and technical specs of his product. Several batches of coffee were roasted on the Behmor all with great success. When I arrived the sweet smell of coca was in the air. There was a test batch of coca on the machine by AlChemist John. John got to take this unit home after the show last night to further test with Coca and Coffee. John said if anyone has questions regarding the use or performance of this machine he would be glad to answer them. John The Alchemist''s email address is: jnaci@urcmail.net , I''m sure John would be happy to offer up his \"official\" opinion of this roaster as well. This information will be posted on several forms today to make sure everyone has as current information (as I can remember) on the Behmor 1600. I personally am anxious to own one of these units. The idea of an afterburner built in to a kitchen table top unit that actually works is great.
I saw it work without any glitches last night.
Happy Roasting.
JoeR
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Posted by BeanSmoke on 2007-06-17 14:42:03 Post Subject: The new Behmor 1600
I was lucky enough to see the official unveiling of the first approved Behmor 1600 table top home coffee roaster at the PNWG V.
http://home.comcast.net/~mckona/PNWGV.htm
Joe the designer/engineer behind this sweet unit said that the only market hold up now is pretty much the shipping time. Full production in China will begin soon. He (JoeB) gave me permission to share with all coffee forums this pre-sale information. Forgive me (Joe) if I make a mistake with this information but if my memory suits me well at this moment this is how he explained his marketing or the marketing plan for this new roaster.
Marketing will fork in two directions. One will be Corporate and the other he will have full control of. JoeB will release machines to sellers that he alone approves to sell his roaster. His name will be on these machines so he will be very critical how this roaster is marketed. I completely understand his approach here. JoeB gave several demonstrations and spoke in depth on the use and technical specs of his product. Several batches of coffee were roasted on the Behmor all with great success. When I arrived the sweet smell of coca was in the air. There was a test batch of coca on the machine by AlChemist John. John got to take this unit home after the show last night to further test with Coca and Coffee. John said if anyone has questions regarding the use or performance of this machine he would be glad to answer them. John The Alchemist''s email address is: jnaci@urcmail.net , I''m sure John would be happy to offer up his \"official\" opinion of this roaster as well. This information will be posted on several forms today to make sure everyone has as current information (as I can remember) on the Behmor 1600. I personally am anxious to own one of these units. The idea of an afterburner built in to a kitchen table top unit that actually works is great.
I saw it work without any glitches last night.
Happy Roasting.
JoeR
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View entire thread: dream machine
Posted by sackofbeans on 2005-05-07 22:31:07 Post Subject: dream machine
Hello Coffee Roasters:
This is my first time here. From reading all the posts, I believe I came to the right place. Hopefully someone (hopefully everyone) can help me.
I am not a roaster. I design and build industrial machines for a living. But my brother is a coffee roaster and has a 7 pound capacity machine now. He is looking to acquire a machine to roast at least 20Kg, but the cost is out of his reach at this time.
I'm thinking "@hit, its just a steel drum on its side with a fire under it". How hard can it be to design and build that?? But to build one that roasts GOOD coffee might not be 1,2,3; you're done. To avoid the cost of a "trial and error" method, I was hoping to get some input from people who know a good design from a bad one. How their machine works and how they wish it were better.
I was just going to take my brothers existing machine and scale it up. The problem is; he is in Colorado and I'm in New Jersey. So I don't have one to take apart and see what makes it tick. Only pictures and his description.
So my question to this group is...If you could design your perfect machine, what would it look like? I have questions like:
1) what gage metal is the drum made of? (how thick)
2) are the carbon monoxide gases from the heating flames actually drawn into the drum with the roasting beans? (if so, yuck!)
3) is there a seal between the rotating drum and the stationary front and back walls? if so what material is it made from?
4) how are the roasted beans expelled?
This is my best guess at this time to make a 20kg roaster...
The drum is made from 16 gage steel (.059 thick) (about the thickness of a penny) 22" diameter by 28" long. Use up to 250,000 BTU's natural gas. Forced fresh, heated air (~500°) into the drum @ ~500CFM to keep a positive pressure of hot air on the tumbling beans. Drum RPM of ~30. A few thermometers here and there, a sample taker, glass window (pryex)
What are the dimensions of your machine? How could it be better? Any suggestions/opinions or caveats would be appreciated.
sackofbeans
PS: No, I will not infringe on anyones patent. I have searched the US Patent data base. No too much there; can't patent fire or the wheel.
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Posted by sackofbeans on 2005-05-07 22:31:07 Post Subject: dream machine
Hello Coffee Roasters:
This is my first time here. From reading all the posts, I believe I came to the right place. Hopefully someone (hopefully everyone) can help me.
I am not a roaster. I design and build industrial machines for a living. But my brother is a coffee roaster and has a 7 pound capacity machine now. He is looking to acquire a machine to roast at least 20Kg, but the cost is out of his reach at this time.
I'm thinking "@hit, its just a steel drum on its side with a fire under it". How hard can it be to design and build that?? But to build one that roasts GOOD coffee might not be 1,2,3; you're done. To avoid the cost of a "trial and error" method, I was hoping to get some input from people who know a good design from a bad one. How their machine works and how they wish it were better.
I was just going to take my brothers existing machine and scale it up. The problem is; he is in Colorado and I'm in New Jersey. So I don't have one to take apart and see what makes it tick. Only pictures and his description.
So my question to this group is...If you could design your perfect machine, what would it look like? I have questions like:
1) what gage metal is the drum made of? (how thick)
2) are the carbon monoxide gases from the heating flames actually drawn into the drum with the roasting beans? (if so, yuck!)
3) is there a seal between the rotating drum and the stationary front and back walls? if so what material is it made from?
4) how are the roasted beans expelled?
This is my best guess at this time to make a 20kg roaster...
The drum is made from 16 gage steel (.059 thick) (about the thickness of a penny) 22" diameter by 28" long. Use up to 250,000 BTU's natural gas. Forced fresh, heated air (~500°) into the drum @ ~500CFM to keep a positive pressure of hot air on the tumbling beans. Drum RPM of ~30. A few thermometers here and there, a sample taker, glass window (pryex)
What are the dimensions of your machine? How could it be better? Any suggestions/opinions or caveats would be appreciated.
sackofbeans
PS: No, I will not infringe on anyones patent. I have searched the US Patent data base. No too much there; can't patent fire or the wheel.
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View entire thread: electric vs. gas profiles
Posted by roaster dave on 2008-09-23 07:29:03 Post Subject:
I really like the hottop and the ability to create profiles to transfer to my larger probat machines. Here;s an article looking at why I like it for exactly those reasons!
http://thebestcupofcoffee.com/2008/08/13/hottop-home-coffee-roaster-review/
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Posted by roaster dave on 2008-09-23 07:29:03 Post Subject:
I really like the hottop and the ability to create profiles to transfer to my larger probat machines. Here;s an article looking at why I like it for exactly those reasons!
http://thebestcupofcoffee.com/2008/08/13/hottop-home-coffee-roaster-review/
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View entire thread: Best Places to find Used Roaster
Posted by tlowing on 2008-05-01 14:41:11 Post Subject:
Here's a fairly decent Craigslist search
http://www.google.com/search?num=100&hl ... s&as_qdr=w
or eBay
http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/category57070/
or see if the manufacturer has any used ones in stock:
http://roasterz.com/?q=node/1
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Posted by tlowing on 2008-05-01 14:41:11 Post Subject:
Here's a fairly decent Craigslist search
http://www.google.com/search?num=100&hl ... s&as_qdr=w
or eBay
http://listings.ebay.com/aw/plistings/category57070/
or see if the manufacturer has any used ones in stock:
http://roasterz.com/?q=node/1
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View entire thread: I am looking green coffee FTO
Posted by Filefish on 2006-07-19 12:44:05 Post Subject: FTO Coffee
There is a luxury coffee roaster in Tampa Florida that I order from and they have a great selection of FTO coffee beans. The web site is , but it is better to call (toll Free on Web) since they have lot's of small quanities coming and going all the time that are not listed on the web. Very Freindly.
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Posted by Filefish on 2006-07-19 12:44:05 Post Subject: FTO Coffee
There is a luxury coffee roaster in Tampa Florida that I order from and they have a great selection of FTO coffee beans. The web site is , but it is better to call (toll Free on Web) since they have lot's of small quanities coming and going all the time that are not listed on the web. Very Freindly.
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View entire thread: Coffee for a Gift
Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2006-01-06 14:23:57 Post Subject:
For futrure reference: wouldn't you rather buy from a handcrafed coffee roaster? We/I at La Crema Coffee roast the finest coffee around. I also custom roast, a variety both types/orgins and roast levels like: french or light .
I have fought it out in the Washington Coffee War and so far I'm gaining ground. Do you what simply the best? the La Crema is your choice.
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Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2006-01-06 14:23:57 Post Subject:
For futrure reference: wouldn't you rather buy from a handcrafed coffee roaster? We/I at La Crema Coffee roast the finest coffee around. I also custom roast, a variety both types/orgins and roast levels like: french or light .
I have fought it out in the Washington Coffee War and so far I'm gaining ground. Do you what simply the best? the La Crema is your choice.
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View entire thread: Marketing Espresso Machines
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-01-07 17:15:26 Post Subject:
I agree with NW Java. I sell home espresso machines also on my site but I am first a coffee roaster! All you can buy on my site is coffee related or coffee itself. My sales are still not enough to do as my sole income but I am working on it.
Maybe create a section just for coffee things. I do have a wholesale store that I sell by the 5 pound bags and you could rebag it for your store. I also have a few different bag sizes. For that matter check with your local coffee roaster and he may be more than happy to help out.
I don't mean to sound like a sales pitch but it is coffee lovers that are willing to spend a few hundred on espresso machines and grinders.
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-01-07 17:15:26 Post Subject:
I agree with NW Java. I sell home espresso machines also on my site but I am first a coffee roaster! All you can buy on my site is coffee related or coffee itself. My sales are still not enough to do as my sole income but I am working on it.
Maybe create a section just for coffee things. I do have a wholesale store that I sell by the 5 pound bags and you could rebag it for your store. I also have a few different bag sizes. For that matter check with your local coffee roaster and he may be more than happy to help out.
I don't mean to sound like a sales pitch but it is coffee lovers that are willing to spend a few hundred on espresso machines and grinders.
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View entire thread: Moving a Probat L12
Posted by patschmidt on 2008-06-24 00:13:28 Post Subject: Moving a Probat L12
Does anyone out there have any hints or advice on moving a Probat L12 coffee roaster? I know I need to take off the cooling tray and the handles on the side to fit it through the door, but how much more should I take it apart? At over 1200 pounds, I think a pallet jack and a truck with a lift gate might work, but how do I get a pallet under the machine?
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Posted by patschmidt on 2008-06-24 00:13:28 Post Subject: Moving a Probat L12
Does anyone out there have any hints or advice on moving a Probat L12 coffee roaster? I know I need to take off the cooling tray and the handles on the side to fit it through the door, but how much more should I take it apart? At over 1200 pounds, I think a pallet jack and a truck with a lift gate might work, but how do I get a pallet under the machine?
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View entire thread: Does anyone know where I can rent espresso machine from NY?
Posted by BaristaTrainer on 2007-04-24 13:00:05 Post Subject:
Andrew makes some good points. Having sufficient working capital while building a customer base is imperative during your start-up phases. Have you selected a coffee roaster, I hope?
Instead of renting you may want to discuss a lease option on a machine. Your espresso machine is THE most important piece of equipment (and your grinders) in a coffee bar environment. It is also the biggest profit generator, and should be thought as an investment. I would contact a few roasters that also work with equipment ...
- Matt
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Posted by BaristaTrainer on 2007-04-24 13:00:05 Post Subject:
Andrew makes some good points. Having sufficient working capital while building a customer base is imperative during your start-up phases. Have you selected a coffee roaster, I hope?
Instead of renting you may want to discuss a lease option on a machine. Your espresso machine is THE most important piece of equipment (and your grinders) in a coffee bar environment. It is also the biggest profit generator, and should be thought as an investment. I would contact a few roasters that also work with equipment ...
- Matt
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View entire thread: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
Posted by artemiscoffee on 2008-09-26 20:04:06 Post Subject: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
I saw the sticky that said post in Business to business so I did. I noticed there were several for sale items here so I am posting again to make sure it could be seen by those who might be interested.
Diedrich IR-3 (3kg) Coffee Roaster – Digital bean temp. Color is Hunter Green. This machine was purchased used from Diedrich less than 2 years ago. Roaster is the floor model and has the cooling tray with the stirring vanes.
Diedrich Catalytic Oxidizer (Afterburner) - Fuel Efficient. Color is Hunter Green. Only a 1 1/2 yrs old. Lightly used. This would make a great machine for your coffee shop or to startup your roasting business.
Beautiful Hunter Green matched set!
3 sections of ductwork, brackets for ceiling and rods to support stack over the afterburner included. Chimney thimble on top section of ductwork. This is the appropriate positive pressure ductwork that costs big bucks new. Also included are a few cleaning tools to help you keep your roaster clean and prevent fires.
Asking $16,500.00 Located in Indianapolis, an easy drive from many places. Photos available upon request.
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Posted by artemiscoffee on 2008-09-26 20:04:06 Post Subject: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
I saw the sticky that said post in Business to business so I did. I noticed there were several for sale items here so I am posting again to make sure it could be seen by those who might be interested.
Diedrich IR-3 (3kg) Coffee Roaster – Digital bean temp. Color is Hunter Green. This machine was purchased used from Diedrich less than 2 years ago. Roaster is the floor model and has the cooling tray with the stirring vanes.
Diedrich Catalytic Oxidizer (Afterburner) - Fuel Efficient. Color is Hunter Green. Only a 1 1/2 yrs old. Lightly used. This would make a great machine for your coffee shop or to startup your roasting business.
Beautiful Hunter Green matched set!
3 sections of ductwork, brackets for ceiling and rods to support stack over the afterburner included. Chimney thimble on top section of ductwork. This is the appropriate positive pressure ductwork that costs big bucks new. Also included are a few cleaning tools to help you keep your roaster clean and prevent fires.
Asking $16,500.00 Located in Indianapolis, an easy drive from many places. Photos available upon request.
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View entire thread: Building Relationships with Coffee Farmers
Posted by green beans on 2007-04-24 09:34:18 Post Subject: Building Relationships with Coffee Farmers
So I have looked at a lot of different green coffee suppliers webpages and talked to a few. Some seem to have a stronger connection with the farmers whom actualy grow the coffee.
I want to know how a coffee roaster can make strong connections with coffee growers from all over the world?
Is it that these roasters buy their coffee from the more farmer/origin concious suppliers or that these roasters actualy get the beans dirrectly from the farmers???
If they do get the beans from the farmers how do they make that connections????
Thank you in advance for any insight here.
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Posted by green beans on 2007-04-24 09:34:18 Post Subject: Building Relationships with Coffee Farmers
So I have looked at a lot of different green coffee suppliers webpages and talked to a few. Some seem to have a stronger connection with the farmers whom actualy grow the coffee.
I want to know how a coffee roaster can make strong connections with coffee growers from all over the world?
Is it that these roasters buy their coffee from the more farmer/origin concious suppliers or that these roasters actualy get the beans dirrectly from the farmers???
If they do get the beans from the farmers how do they make that connections????
Thank you in advance for any insight here.
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View entire thread: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
Posted by artemiscoffee on 2008-09-24 19:40:18 Post Subject: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
Diedrich IR-3 (3kg) Coffee Roaster – Digital bean temp. Color is Hunter Green. This machine was purchased used from Diedrich less than 2 years ago.
Diedrich Catalytic Oxidizer (Afterburner) - Fuel Efficient. Color is Hunter Green. Only a 1 1/2 yrs old. Lightly used. This would make a great machine for your coffee shop or to startup your roasting business.
Beautiful Hunter Green matched set!
3 sections of ductwork, brackets for ceiling and rods to support stack over the afterburner included. Chimney thimble on top section of ductwork. This is the appropriate ductwork that costs big bucks new. Also included are a few cleaning tools to help you keep your roaster clean and prevent fires.
Asking $16,500.00 Located in Indianapolis, an easy drive from many places. Photos available upon request.
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Posted by artemiscoffee on 2008-09-24 19:40:18 Post Subject: For Sale: Diedrich IR-3 roaster, afterburner plus ductwork
Diedrich IR-3 (3kg) Coffee Roaster – Digital bean temp. Color is Hunter Green. This machine was purchased used from Diedrich less than 2 years ago.
Diedrich Catalytic Oxidizer (Afterburner) - Fuel Efficient. Color is Hunter Green. Only a 1 1/2 yrs old. Lightly used. This would make a great machine for your coffee shop or to startup your roasting business.
Beautiful Hunter Green matched set!
3 sections of ductwork, brackets for ceiling and rods to support stack over the afterburner included. Chimney thimble on top section of ductwork. This is the appropriate ductwork that costs big bucks new. Also included are a few cleaning tools to help you keep your roaster clean and prevent fires.
Asking $16,500.00 Located in Indianapolis, an easy drive from many places. Photos available upon request.
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View entire thread: Caffe Rosto Digirosto PRO1500+HD
Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2005-11-07 18:30:30 Post Subject:
one recomendation: monster coffee roaster. It's small easy to opperate and does a good job. It's not a professional roaster ( IMHO) but great for a home /cafe/drive thru.......
I have one, and a small drum roaster.....I love the IR-3.......
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Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2005-11-07 18:30:30 Post Subject:
one recomendation: monster coffee roaster. It's small easy to opperate and does a good job. It's not a professional roaster ( IMHO) but great for a home /cafe/drive thru.......
I have one, and a small drum roaster.....I love the IR-3.......
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View entire thread: Pasco, Kennewick, Richland WA - Anyone know of a local retai
Posted by crstrode on 2006-12-06 19:57:11 Post Subject: Pasco, Kennewick, Richland WA - Anyone know of a local retai
Pasco, Kennewick, Richland WA - Anyone know of a local retail coffee roaster?
I'm tired of buying stale whole bean coffee from Albertson's or Yokes.
Do any of my neighbors know of a local coffee roaster that wiil sell freshly roasted whole beans?
Does anyone have a link to a website that searches for retail whole bean coffee outlets by location?
Thanks
Carl
Pasco, WA
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Posted by crstrode on 2006-12-06 19:57:11 Post Subject: Pasco, Kennewick, Richland WA - Anyone know of a local retai
Pasco, Kennewick, Richland WA - Anyone know of a local retail coffee roaster?
I'm tired of buying stale whole bean coffee from Albertson's or Yokes.
Do any of my neighbors know of a local coffee roaster that wiil sell freshly roasted whole beans?
Does anyone have a link to a website that searches for retail whole bean coffee outlets by location?
Thanks
Carl
Pasco, WA
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View entire thread: Starbux re-training?
Posted by PinkRose on 2008-02-28 14:07:26 Post Subject:
There is a lot of information about Tuesday's training posted on the Starbucks Gossip web site.
If you go to this Starbucks Gossip web page:
\"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\"
http://starbucksgossip.typepad.com/_/20 ... ee-ro.html
If you look for the topic page that says \"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\" and you scroll down to several postings on Feb. 20, you will see that someone posted the whole training agenda there. You just have to look for it. It is amazing how much information you can get there.
Many of the customers that I saw in Starbucks the next day politely asked how the training went, and they said that it was wonderful that Starbucks was providing its employees with the opportunity to refresh and re-energize their espresso making skills. I don't think they thought of Tuesday night as an initial training or re-training.
After you read the agenda and the training scripts, you will see that it was a very good training, and a great team building experience. I bet it was much better than some independent coffee shops provide for their employees.
Rose
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Posted by PinkRose on 2008-02-28 14:07:26 Post Subject:
There is a lot of information about Tuesday's training posted on the Starbucks Gossip web site.
If you go to this Starbucks Gossip web page:
\"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\"
http://starbucksgossip.typepad.com/_/20 ... ee-ro.html
If you look for the topic page that says \"Small coffee roaster makes fun of Starbucks'' training session, offers free coffee on Feb. 26\" and you scroll down to several postings on Feb. 20, you will see that someone posted the whole training agenda there. You just have to look for it. It is amazing how much information you can get there.
Many of the customers that I saw in Starbucks the next day politely asked how the training went, and they said that it was wonderful that Starbucks was providing its employees with the opportunity to refresh and re-energize their espresso making skills. I don't think they thought of Tuesday night as an initial training or re-training.
After you read the agenda and the training scripts, you will see that it was a very good training, and a great team building experience. I bet it was much better than some independent coffee shops provide for their employees.
Rose
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Posted by joelandrover on 2008-04-08 20:06:35 Post Subject: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER
LOOKING FOR A COFFEE ROASTER TO BUY GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND REASONABLE
THANKS JOE 724-282-3596
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Posted by joelandrover on 2008-04-08 20:06:35 Post Subject: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER
LOOKING FOR A COFFEE ROASTER TO BUY GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND REASONABLE
THANKS JOE 724-282-3596
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View entire thread: Coffee Beans for Decoration
Posted by cmdrico7812 on 2007-07-02 10:54:56 Post Subject: Coffee Beans for Decoration
My fiance and I are getting married at the end of September this year. We both love coffee and coffee actually is what got us together in the first place. To celebrate this, we would like to use roasted coffee beans as decoration at our wedding. We plan to fill glass vases with beans and then nestle a candle on top of them (it is also helpful that our wedding colors are brown and aqua).
To this end, I am trying to find a source for coffee beans to use in the vases. I don''t want to use good coffee beans because it would be quite expensive (I think I need around 20-25 lbs.); plus that would be a waste of good coffee. I asked a local coffee roaster if I could get over roasted beans that would normally be thrown away but they said they don''t keep over roasted beans very long because they give off a foul odor.
I guess I have two questions; 1) if I were to acquire over roasted beans now, would the next three months before the wedding be sufficient time to allow the beans to lose their aroma (because we just want to use them for decoration, not their scent) and 2) does anyone know who I could contact or have access to beans of this nature they would be willing to ship to me that I could use? I am also open to other thoughts or advice anyone has on this subject. Thanks in advance for your help.
Eric
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Posted by cmdrico7812 on 2007-07-02 10:54:56 Post Subject: Coffee Beans for Decoration
My fiance and I are getting married at the end of September this year. We both love coffee and coffee actually is what got us together in the first place. To celebrate this, we would like to use roasted coffee beans as decoration at our wedding. We plan to fill glass vases with beans and then nestle a candle on top of them (it is also helpful that our wedding colors are brown and aqua).
To this end, I am trying to find a source for coffee beans to use in the vases. I don''t want to use good coffee beans because it would be quite expensive (I think I need around 20-25 lbs.); plus that would be a waste of good coffee. I asked a local coffee roaster if I could get over roasted beans that would normally be thrown away but they said they don''t keep over roasted beans very long because they give off a foul odor.
I guess I have two questions; 1) if I were to acquire over roasted beans now, would the next three months before the wedding be sufficient time to allow the beans to lose their aroma (because we just want to use them for decoration, not their scent) and 2) does anyone know who I could contact or have access to beans of this nature they would be willing to ship to me that I could use? I am also open to other thoughts or advice anyone has on this subject. Thanks in advance for your help.
Eric
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View entire thread: I am a Espresso Newb... plz help
Posted by topher on 2003-12-27 05:40:35 Post Subject:
Do they know that you are not experienced? If they do....I would not try and self teach yourself....Each shop has its own little ways of doing things...just go in eager to learn! Oh and have fun!! Congratualtaions....I have been in the biz for a wee bit over 14 years...started as a Barista and for the last 11 years I have been a Coffee roaster. I can not imagine being in any other job!!!!
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Posted by topher on 2003-12-27 05:40:35 Post Subject:
Do they know that you are not experienced? If they do....I would not try and self teach yourself....Each shop has its own little ways of doing things...just go in eager to learn! Oh and have fun!! Congratualtaions....I have been in the biz for a wee bit over 14 years...started as a Barista and for the last 11 years I have been a Coffee roaster. I can not imagine being in any other job!!!!
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View entire thread: Vacuum Brewing??
Posted by mpkelley20 on 2004-11-04 08:09:41 Post Subject: Vacuum Brewing??
I asked this in another forum without any responses (probably because it was off topic). Can anyone here help answer this question?
"For the home coffee roaster, what is the best method for making coffee? I recently read some stuff on vacuum brewing coffeemakers and they sound interesting. I currently use a standard drip machine and am satisfied but I am probably not getting the best possible taste from my home roasted beans. Anyone here use a vacuum brewer? What would be the best method for the home drinker of regular coffee (not espresso)."
Thanks,
Matt
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Posted by mpkelley20 on 2004-11-04 08:09:41 Post Subject: Vacuum Brewing??
I asked this in another forum without any responses (probably because it was off topic). Can anyone here help answer this question?
"For the home coffee roaster, what is the best method for making coffee? I recently read some stuff on vacuum brewing coffeemakers and they sound interesting. I currently use a standard drip machine and am satisfied but I am probably not getting the best possible taste from my home roasted beans. Anyone here use a vacuum brewer? What would be the best method for the home drinker of regular coffee (not espresso)."
Thanks,
Matt
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View entire thread: Best Machine for a Great Cup of Regular Coffee
Posted by walkteach48 on 2005-12-18 08:03:19 Post Subject:
Hi CCafe,
Thanks for your suggestion. We will be returning the S9 and trying filters in the Capresso CoffeeTEAM Lux. We believe that we have been using freshly roasted coffee. We order it monthly from Porto Rico, a New York City based coffee roaster. At their instruction, we freeze bags not in use in freezer bags. The bag we are using is refrigerated. We are going to a coffee roaster today and trying other beans.
Thanks again for your help.
walkteach
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Posted by walkteach48 on 2005-12-18 08:03:19 Post Subject:
Hi CCafe,
Thanks for your suggestion. We will be returning the S9 and trying filters in the Capresso CoffeeTEAM Lux. We believe that we have been using freshly roasted coffee. We order it monthly from Porto Rico, a New York City based coffee roaster. At their instruction, we freeze bags not in use in freezer bags. The bag we are using is refrigerated. We are going to a coffee roaster today and trying other beans.
Thanks again for your help.
walkteach
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View entire thread: numbers of Coffee Roaster Comany in Sdyney
Posted by Cynthia on 2005-11-11 20:26:09 Post Subject: numbers of Coffee Roaster Comany in Sdyney
Hi eveyone,
One of my friends is going to migrate to Sydney and he wants to know how many coffee roaster company there are in Sydney. If possible, he wants to open a small coffee business there. Who can help us to offer the information about this? Thanks a lot.
Cynthia
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Posted by Cynthia on 2005-11-11 20:26:09 Post Subject: numbers of Coffee Roaster Comany in Sdyney
Hi eveyone,
One of my friends is going to migrate to Sydney and he wants to know how many coffee roaster company there are in Sydney. If possible, he wants to open a small coffee business there. Who can help us to offer the information about this? Thanks a lot.
Cynthia
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View entire thread: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER
Posted by Mikea on 2008-04-09 20:02:15 Post Subject: Re: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER
LOOKING FOR A COFFEE ROASTER TO BUY GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND REASONABLE
THANKS JOE 724-282-3596
What size? How much are you looking to spend? Gas? Electric?
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Posted by Mikea on 2008-04-09 20:02:15 Post Subject: Re: WANTED COFFEE ROASTER
LOOKING FOR A COFFEE ROASTER TO BUY GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND REASONABLE
THANKS JOE 724-282-3596
What size? How much are you looking to spend? Gas? Electric?
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View entire thread: roast, data, meanings
Posted by lizzy on 2007-02-27 20:41:44 Post Subject:
that is useful, thank you! I've got a few books, and have been looking at coffee beans a long time, while we were paying another roaster to supply our shop. It's easy to be a discerning critic when a big chunk of your profit is going to the the coffee roaster.
Also, I've clipped some articles from Roast magazine. I've been gradually expanding the origins of coffee I order, and feel comfortable with some of the "easier" beans.
I still have a few questions about the relationship between temp and time, and suspect the gas jets need some adjustment.
thanks again for the link!
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Posted by lizzy on 2007-02-27 20:41:44 Post Subject:
that is useful, thank you! I've got a few books, and have been looking at coffee beans a long time, while we were paying another roaster to supply our shop. It's easy to be a discerning critic when a big chunk of your profit is going to the the coffee roaster.
Also, I've clipped some articles from Roast magazine. I've been gradually expanding the origins of coffee I order, and feel comfortable with some of the "easier" beans.
I still have a few questions about the relationship between temp and time, and suspect the gas jets need some adjustment.
thanks again for the link!
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View entire thread: Charlotte NC Coffee Shop
Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-01-10 12:53:37 Post Subject:
Counter Culture is a wholesale and e-commerce coffee roaster, their roasting facility is in Durham, and they do have a training center in Charlotte, but neither is a coffeehouse.
Counter Culture Coffee
Regional Training Center
1435 West Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 370.7758
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-01-10 12:53:37 Post Subject:
Counter Culture is a wholesale and e-commerce coffee roaster, their roasting facility is in Durham, and they do have a training center in Charlotte, but neither is a coffeehouse.
Counter Culture Coffee
Regional Training Center
1435 West Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 370.7758
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View entire thread: East Coast Training
Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-03-23 13:01:33 Post Subject:
I think John means Counter Culture Coffee, a top notch coffee roaster, and probably have very good training. But I don't know if they do roasting training. Coffee Lab International in Vermont have week long cupping and roasting classes and I highly recommend them. I also know of one guy in Massachusetts who just sold his shop, He did some consulting before. I am not sure if he is still doing consulting, but if you want I can ask for you. His coffee knowledge is amazing.
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-03-23 13:01:33 Post Subject:
I think John means Counter Culture Coffee, a top notch coffee roaster, and probably have very good training. But I don't know if they do roasting training. Coffee Lab International in Vermont have week long cupping and roasting classes and I highly recommend them. I also know of one guy in Massachusetts who just sold his shop, He did some consulting before. I am not sure if he is still doing consulting, but if you want I can ask for you. His coffee knowledge is amazing.
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View entire thread: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
Posted by prairiedog on 2006-12-12 15:45:46 Post Subject: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
All you coffee roasters - how long does a home coffee roaster last (the machine, not the person)? I was reading an article on Sweet Maria's, where she said the average life of a roaster was 2 years. That seemed very short. What's been your experience?
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Posted by prairiedog on 2006-12-12 15:45:46 Post Subject: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
All you coffee roasters - how long does a home coffee roaster last (the machine, not the person)? I was reading an article on Sweet Maria's, where she said the average life of a roaster was 2 years. That seemed very short. What's been your experience?
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View entire thread: SCAA 17th annual conference & exhibition
Posted by Cappy Ccino on 2005-04-22 13:04:05 Post Subject:
We attended Monday for the first time. We found it to be a fantastic resource for our website which provides promotional items and other things for the coffee industry. We were looking for a local coffee roaster
with coffee we liked and willing to drop ship. We found them! We were looking for resources for cups and mugs, found many new & unique designs that we will be adding to our site soon. Also and yummy soft biscotti company that will drop ship as well. All in all, a lot of fun, very informative and worth the price of admission!
P.S...it was great fun sampling all of the products, too!
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Posted by Cappy Ccino on 2005-04-22 13:04:05 Post Subject:
We attended Monday for the first time. We found it to be a fantastic resource for our website which provides promotional items and other things for the coffee industry. We were looking for a local coffee roaster
with coffee we liked and willing to drop ship. We found them! We were looking for resources for cups and mugs, found many new & unique designs that we will be adding to our site soon. Also and yummy soft biscotti company that will drop ship as well. All in all, a lot of fun, very informative and worth the price of admission!
P.S...it was great fun sampling all of the products, too!
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View entire thread: Coffee Bean Supplier
Posted by joeslatte on 2007-01-08 11:51:08 Post Subject: Coffee Business
I am debating wether to have someone like the Coffee Guy of Idaho or espresso outfitters install the equipment- sinks, fridge etc. I am getting a quote of 23,400. Don't you think it would be more most effective to do it ourselves? Or, do you have an opinion on this. Not sure what route to go.
I am also visiting a coffee roaster tomorrow D'Arte but would be interested in talking to you as well -Le Crema Coffee. and about the espresso machines.
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Posted by joeslatte on 2007-01-08 11:51:08 Post Subject: Coffee Business
I am debating wether to have someone like the Coffee Guy of Idaho or espresso outfitters install the equipment- sinks, fridge etc. I am getting a quote of 23,400. Don't you think it would be more most effective to do it ourselves? Or, do you have an opinion on this. Not sure what route to go.
I am also visiting a coffee roaster tomorrow D'Arte but would be interested in talking to you as well -Le Crema Coffee. and about the espresso machines.
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View entire thread: 2-5 lb roasters
Posted by Java Jim on 2008-10-16 18:10:30 Post Subject:
Add Ambex Roasters to the list
http://www.ambexroasters.com/pages/ym2.jsp
Their YM-2 roasts up to five pounds.
Coffeeexpert forgot to mention one of the top selling coffee roaster manufacturers in the specialty coffee industry. How embarrasing for a person that calls themselves an expert
Jim
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Posted by Java Jim on 2008-10-16 18:10:30 Post Subject:
Add Ambex Roasters to the list
http://www.ambexroasters.com/pages/ym2.jsp
Their YM-2 roasts up to five pounds.
Coffeeexpert forgot to mention one of the top selling coffee roaster manufacturers in the specialty coffee industry. How embarrasing for a person that calls themselves an expert
Jim
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View entire thread: Need advice for office coffee pot.
Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2006-07-12 18:11:11 Post Subject: When I say BUNN you think?
Yeah, Java Hill is totally on target! and if you have a local coffee roaster who will work with you. See I provide FREE filters, stir sticks and delivery. So yeah get a good BUNN coffee maker, and good Coffee and you and the rest of your office will be happy
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Posted by La Crema Coffee on 2006-07-12 18:11:11 Post Subject: When I say BUNN you think?
Yeah, Java Hill is totally on target! and if you have a local coffee roaster who will work with you. See I provide FREE filters, stir sticks and delivery. So yeah get a good BUNN coffee maker, and good Coffee and you and the rest of your office will be happy
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View entire thread: Looking for Bunn Equipment
Posted by barefoot on 2004-12-21 13:49:11 Post Subject:
where are you located? You should talk with the coffee roaster you have chosen and ask them about equipment discounts. We do NOT provide equipment usually for the very same reasons you mentioned. But we do give very sizeable discounts on them to our customers. We also have a great line on some awesome refurbed equipment from Fetco and American metalware that we pas along to our customers.
So talk to your roaster and see what they have. But don't skimp on coffee equipment. you will ALWAYS wish you had better coffee equipment and almost NEVER wish you had a better freezer or triple sink or dishwasher. Buy the best you can get and skimp on everything else if you have to.
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Posted by barefoot on 2004-12-21 13:49:11 Post Subject:
where are you located? You should talk with the coffee roaster you have chosen and ask them about equipment discounts. We do NOT provide equipment usually for the very same reasons you mentioned. But we do give very sizeable discounts on them to our customers. We also have a great line on some awesome refurbed equipment from Fetco and American metalware that we pas along to our customers.
So talk to your roaster and see what they have. But don't skimp on coffee equipment. you will ALWAYS wish you had better coffee equipment and almost NEVER wish you had a better freezer or triple sink or dishwasher. Buy the best you can get and skimp on everything else if you have to.
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View entire thread: Caffe Rosto Digirosto PRO1500+HD
Posted by letschat1 on 2007-12-24 14:03:16 Post Subject: Where did you get this info. I am looking at one of these.
I wish I had good news, but these roasters have a tendency to catch on fire. There are a couple of links on the web that show the burned-out carcase of the Digiroast Pro after the chaff starts a roaster fire. It seems that there is too much exposure to the heating element.
Granted, any coffee roaster can catch on fire. But for some reason, the design of this roaster seems to lend itself to problems. I would recommend you keep fire control equipment handy and insure it and your building for fire damage.
I have not worked with this roaster personally, but I considered it a while back when shopping for roasters. After I saw the pictures and read the stories I ended up going the traditional drum roaster route instead. I''m glad I did.
A better alternative is the Sonofresco roaster. The trade-off is that it roasts smaller batches, but there is virtually no chance for a roaster fire. I have used that fluid-bed roaster for some time as a sample roaster. The worst accident I had was to burn the beans because of improper placement of the roasting chamber. However, this did not damage the roaster, only wasted the beans and made a mess of the glass roasting chamber.
Since you have a 30-day trial, I''d strongly suggest you look at the potential for beans or chaff to come in contact with the heating element which would start a fire. Hopefully others on this board can attest to this firsthand.
-BG
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Posted by letschat1 on 2007-12-24 14:03:16 Post Subject: Where did you get this info. I am looking at one of these.
I wish I had good news, but these roasters have a tendency to catch on fire. There are a couple of links on the web that show the burned-out carcase of the Digiroast Pro after the chaff starts a roaster fire. It seems that there is too much exposure to the heating element.
Granted, any coffee roaster can catch on fire. But for some reason, the design of this roaster seems to lend itself to problems. I would recommend you keep fire control equipment handy and insure it and your building for fire damage.
I have not worked with this roaster personally, but I considered it a while back when shopping for roasters. After I saw the pictures and read the stories I ended up going the traditional drum roaster route instead. I''m glad I did.
A better alternative is the Sonofresco roaster. The trade-off is that it roasts smaller batches, but there is virtually no chance for a roaster fire. I have used that fluid-bed roaster for some time as a sample roaster. The worst accident I had was to burn the beans because of improper placement of the roasting chamber. However, this did not damage the roaster, only wasted the beans and made a mess of the glass roasting chamber.
Since you have a 30-day trial, I''d strongly suggest you look at the potential for beans or chaff to come in contact with the heating element which would start a fire. Hopefully others on this board can attest to this firsthand.
-BG
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View entire thread: Caffe Rosto Digirosto PRO1500+HD
Posted by BeanGrinder on 2006-12-13 10:11:18 Post Subject:
I wish I had good news, but these roasters have a tendency to catch on fire. There are a couple of links on the web that show the burned-out carcase of the Digiroast Pro after the chaff starts a roaster fire. It seems that there is too much exposure to the heating element.
Granted, any coffee roaster can catch on fire. But for some reason, the design of this roaster seems to lend itself to problems. I would recommend you keep fire control equipment handy and insure it and your building for fire damage.
I have not worked with this roaster personally, but I considered it a while back when shopping for roasters. After I saw the pictures and read the stories I ended up going the traditional drum roaster route instead. I'm glad I did.
A better alternative is the Sonofresco roaster. The trade-off is that it roasts smaller batches, but there is virtually no chance for a roaster fire. I have used that fluid-bed roaster for some time as a sample roaster. The worst accident I had was to burn the beans because of improper placement of the roasting chamber. However, this did not damage the roaster, only wasted the beans and made a mess of the glass roasting chamber.
Since you have a 30-day trial, I'd strongly suggest you look at the potential for beans or chaff to come in contact with the heating element which would start a fire. Hopefully others on this board can attest to this firsthand.
-BG
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Posted by BeanGrinder on 2006-12-13 10:11:18 Post Subject:
I wish I had good news, but these roasters have a tendency to catch on fire. There are a couple of links on the web that show the burned-out carcase of the Digiroast Pro after the chaff starts a roaster fire. It seems that there is too much exposure to the heating element.
Granted, any coffee roaster can catch on fire. But for some reason, the design of this roaster seems to lend itself to problems. I would recommend you keep fire control equipment handy and insure it and your building for fire damage.
I have not worked with this roaster personally, but I considered it a while back when shopping for roasters. After I saw the pictures and read the stories I ended up going the traditional drum roaster route instead. I'm glad I did.
A better alternative is the Sonofresco roaster. The trade-off is that it roasts smaller batches, but there is virtually no chance for a roaster fire. I have used that fluid-bed roaster for some time as a sample roaster. The worst accident I had was to burn the beans because of improper placement of the roasting chamber. However, this did not damage the roaster, only wasted the beans and made a mess of the glass roasting chamber.
Since you have a 30-day trial, I'd strongly suggest you look at the potential for beans or chaff to come in contact with the heating element which would start a fire. Hopefully others on this board can attest to this firsthand.
-BG
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View entire thread: Another Newbie Looking for a Roaster
Posted by Baugo on 2007-03-13 21:42:59 Post Subject:
First off, I am in no way trying to discourage you. OK disclaimer aside: I am sorry to say you will find it hard pressed to find a commercial roaster for anything close to that price. If you look on ebay http://search.ebay.com/Coffee-Roaster_W ... 40QQfrtsZ0
you might get an idea as to the price ranges for many roasters and (so-called) roasters. About 4G's is the lowest I have seen a true roaster, that is new or refurbed. However.......once in a while you will find a roaster come into Ebay that needs a bit of TLC, maybe do to a fire or lazyness, fairly cheap. You might be able to find a sample roaster, but even those are'nt cheap. Roasting for a profit on a roaster that only does less than a pound batches will leave you very frustrated and very busy. If you are going at it to make a profit, you will need a roaster that will batch enough to be worth it. Not to mention, the quality of coffee that come from pro roasting equipment is far better. I hope that the link helps, and I hope that you, like so many others see your dreams of a coffee biz come true. Good luck, Roast On ......Cheers!
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Posted by Baugo on 2007-03-13 21:42:59 Post Subject:
First off, I am in no way trying to discourage you. OK disclaimer aside: I am sorry to say you will find it hard pressed to find a commercial roaster for anything close to that price. If you look on ebay http://search.ebay.com/Coffee-Roaster_W ... 40QQfrtsZ0
you might get an idea as to the price ranges for many roasters and (so-called) roasters. About 4G's is the lowest I have seen a true roaster, that is new or refurbed. However.......once in a while you will find a roaster come into Ebay that needs a bit of TLC, maybe do to a fire or lazyness, fairly cheap. You might be able to find a sample roaster, but even those are'nt cheap. Roasting for a profit on a roaster that only does less than a pound batches will leave you very frustrated and very busy. If you are going at it to make a profit, you will need a roaster that will batch enough to be worth it. Not to mention, the quality of coffee that come from pro roasting equipment is far better. I hope that the link helps, and I hope that you, like so many others see your dreams of a coffee biz come true. Good luck, Roast On ......Cheers!
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View entire thread: Dallas Area Roasters
Posted by cafemakers on 2005-12-03 11:38:52 Post Subject:
As a general rule, those roaster that know what they are doing avoid these types of arrangements when speaking specifically about espresso equipment. The cost of equipment, expertise and technical service time is prohibitive when done correctly for a roaster to absorb the upfront investment.
Such a relationship is also a bad idea for you. You want to make sure that you can specify the equipment needed for your unqiue business needs and retain the independence to purchase your service and supplies from any other provider, as you see fit, without the looming threat of loosing your primary income-producing machine.
No equipment and services come for free. I suggest that you will be far better off to purchase each element for your shop independently at a fair price and choose you coffee roaster based on the quality of their product and customer service.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2005-12-03 11:38:52 Post Subject:
As a general rule, those roaster that know what they are doing avoid these types of arrangements when speaking specifically about espresso equipment. The cost of equipment, expertise and technical service time is prohibitive when done correctly for a roaster to absorb the upfront investment.
Such a relationship is also a bad idea for you. You want to make sure that you can specify the equipment needed for your unqiue business needs and retain the independence to purchase your service and supplies from any other provider, as you see fit, without the looming threat of loosing your primary income-producing machine.
No equipment and services come for free. I suggest that you will be far better off to purchase each element for your shop independently at a fair price and choose you coffee roaster based on the quality of their product and customer service.
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View entire thread: Wanted used Toper 1 kilo or similar type/size
Posted by ISLANDCOFFEE on 2007-11-03 07:49:49 Post Subject: Wanted used Toper 1 kilo or similar type/size
Hello all I''m looking for a used small commercial coffee roaster. I currently have a sweet shop and want to add fresh roasted coffee to it. Please let me know if one is avaiable and any input on finding a used Toper 1kilo or similar type of roaster. Thanks Josh
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Posted by ISLANDCOFFEE on 2007-11-03 07:49:49 Post Subject: Wanted used Toper 1 kilo or similar type/size
Hello all I''m looking for a used small commercial coffee roaster. I currently have a sweet shop and want to add fresh roasted coffee to it. Please let me know if one is avaiable and any input on finding a used Toper 1kilo or similar type of roaster. Thanks Josh
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View entire thread: Need help getting customers
Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-04-20 09:30:13 Post Subject:
Exactly. With a general keyword like "coffee" you will get a thousand people looking for a thousand different things, related to coffee.
Some better keyword phrases for you to consider:
1.)Fresh roasted coffee
2.)Wholesale coffee drop shipper
3.)Australia coffee roaster
4.)Add coffee drop shipper to my website
These are examples of what potential buyers are typing into search engines. Your site will inevitably rank higher than someone just using the keyword "coffee".
Under "coffee", you might rank on page 100 of a search.
Under "fresh roasted coffee", page 50.
Under "Australia coffee roaster", page 25.
The more specific and rare keyword, the higher the rank, the more value you get for your PPC's.
What makes you unique among the many coffee roasting companies?
What do you offer that most don't? Use it or lose it.
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Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-04-20 09:30:13 Post Subject:
Exactly. With a general keyword like "coffee" you will get a thousand people looking for a thousand different things, related to coffee.
Some better keyword phrases for you to consider:
1.)Fresh roasted coffee
2.)Wholesale coffee drop shipper
3.)Australia coffee roaster
4.)Add coffee drop shipper to my website
These are examples of what potential buyers are typing into search engines. Your site will inevitably rank higher than someone just using the keyword "coffee".
Under "coffee", you might rank on page 100 of a search.
Under "fresh roasted coffee", page 50.
Under "Australia coffee roaster", page 25.
The more specific and rare keyword, the higher the rank, the more value you get for your PPC's.
What makes you unique among the many coffee roasting companies?
What do you offer that most don't? Use it or lose it.
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View entire thread: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas(texas) ares
Posted by Coffee Guy on 2005-06-03 12:37:52 Post Subject:
With the espresso drive thru boom finally hitting the rest of the country it is very difficult to explain to city government, banks, other lenders and even friends what this business is about and how to make one successful. Sure most have seen or heard of places like Star Bucks, Tully's, Gloria Jeans, etc. but most have no idea of how to start and run a business like this. KK it seems like you've already experienced some of the set backs involved with starting your business. To tell you the truth, you would be better served by bringing on a qualified consultant. One that has built their own drive thrus and has a track record for running them successfully, in addition to being able to secure equipment, secruity systems, training, and if they are also a coffee roaster, all the better. As for prefab espresso drive thru building, those builders usually know all the requirement for building these buildings. For example they know what the health dept is looking for in addition to what building inspectors require in addition to qualified architects that know how to draw up the plans. Remember this is not an issue on saving money, it's an issue of investing in your business and doing it right the first time. If you take the time to to the due deligence and pencil out a proper business plan you will have alloted the proper budget to allow for your expenditures. That is why I would urge you to find someone qualified to assist you so you don't spend too much money. Don't be afraid to find the proper help.
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Posted by Coffee Guy on 2005-06-03 12:37:52 Post Subject:
With the espresso drive thru boom finally hitting the rest of the country it is very difficult to explain to city government, banks, other lenders and even friends what this business is about and how to make one successful. Sure most have seen or heard of places like Star Bucks, Tully's, Gloria Jeans, etc. but most have no idea of how to start and run a business like this. KK it seems like you've already experienced some of the set backs involved with starting your business. To tell you the truth, you would be better served by bringing on a qualified consultant. One that has built their own drive thrus and has a track record for running them successfully, in addition to being able to secure equipment, secruity systems, training, and if they are also a coffee roaster, all the better. As for prefab espresso drive thru building, those builders usually know all the requirement for building these buildings. For example they know what the health dept is looking for in addition to what building inspectors require in addition to qualified architects that know how to draw up the plans. Remember this is not an issue on saving money, it's an issue of investing in your business and doing it right the first time. If you take the time to to the due deligence and pencil out a proper business plan you will have alloted the proper budget to allow for your expenditures. That is why I would urge you to find someone qualified to assist you so you don't spend too much money. Don't be afraid to find the proper help.
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View entire thread: just opened a new shop in louisville
Posted by barefoot on 2005-06-02 17:53:10 Post Subject:
switch to a local-ish high end coffee roaster who has retail cafes that produce excellent espresso and get training from them.
Counter Culture rocks. www.counterculturecoffee.com
Intelligentsia is awesome www.intelligentsiacoffee.com
if your coffee roaster can not definitively train your staff to make killer espresso then why are you buying their coffee? Is a "name brand" better than amazingly sweet and awesome espresso taste?
And/or contact cafe makers for great on site training with no product affiliation www.cafemakers.com
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Posted by barefoot on 2005-06-02 17:53:10 Post Subject:
switch to a local-ish high end coffee roaster who has retail cafes that produce excellent espresso and get training from them.
Counter Culture rocks. www.counterculturecoffee.com
Intelligentsia is awesome www.intelligentsiacoffee.com
if your coffee roaster can not definitively train your staff to make killer espresso then why are you buying their coffee? Is a "name brand" better than amazingly sweet and awesome espresso taste?
And/or contact cafe makers for great on site training with no product affiliation www.cafemakers.com
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View entire thread: Has anyone dealt with CornerStone manufacturing?
Posted by Coffee Guy on 2005-05-14 15:39:24 Post Subject:
It's amazing how many drive thru builders there are out there isn't it? First of all where are you located? You will have to also consider the cost to have this unit shipped on top of the cost of structure. Then permiting costs, etc., etc., etc.
esreverpsychology, I'm going to have to disagree with your point about buying a fixer upper If you are going to start up a business you need to do it right from the start and not cut coners. Those that build these units are knowledgable about health department requirements, building inspectors requirements, etc. Besides if you put one together yourself and don't know the regs, you've not only wasted money, but also valuable time. I would advise you to do your home work and narrow down your decision based on being able to speak with some of their customers without them calling and coaching the customers what to say. If there are some of their customers local to you, then go out and actually visit these locations and see them for yourself. There is a big difference in seeing a showroom model and one that's been on site for a year or so. This will attest to the true performance of their product. Just my thoughts. I would say the same would apply for your coffee roaster as well as who you choose to purchase equipment from.
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Posted by Coffee Guy on 2005-05-14 15:39:24 Post Subject:
It's amazing how many drive thru builders there are out there isn't it? First of all where are you located? You will have to also consider the cost to have this unit shipped on top of the cost of structure. Then permiting costs, etc., etc., etc.
esreverpsychology, I'm going to have to disagree with your point about buying a fixer upper
If you are going to start up a business you need to do it right from the start and not cut coners. Those that build these units are knowledgable about health department requirements, building inspectors requirements, etc. Besides if you put one together yourself and don't know the regs, you've not only wasted money, but also valuable time. I would advise you to do your home work and narrow down your decision based on being able to speak with some of their customers without them calling and coaching the customers what to say. If there are some of their customers local to you, then go out and actually visit these locations and see them for yourself. There is a big difference in seeing a showroom model and one that's been on site for a year or so. This will attest to the true performance of their product. Just my thoughts. I would say the same would apply for your coffee roaster as well as who you choose to purchase equipment from.
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View entire thread: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
Posted by mrgnomer on 2006-12-14 19:53:50 Post Subject: Re: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
All you coffee roasters - how long does a home coffee roaster last (the machine, not the person)? I was reading an article on Sweet Maria's, where she said the average life of a roaster was 2 years. That seemed very short. What's been your experience?
I've had my iRoast 2 for just over a year and it's approaching it's 300th 5oz roast. Apart from having a quirky moment with the LCD controls and a fan shaft that needed cleaning and lubing after it seized it's working like new. I hope to have it for several more years to come.
Like anything you get what you pay for, I think. You want lasting quality, for a few thousand you can get a commercial sample roaster that will probably last you a life time. Commercial roaster manufacturers are starting to build in home use to their sample roaster machines. If you want to spend between $100-$600 your roasting capacity and machine longevity will reflect the investment. It would be nice if my iRoast lasted more than 5 years but after using it for a year I'm already looking at a better roaster with more capacity so whether it keeps running for a couple more years won't probably matter.
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Posted by mrgnomer on 2006-12-14 19:53:50 Post Subject: Re: Question for All You Coffee Roasters
All you coffee roasters - how long does a home coffee roaster last (the machine, not the person)? I was reading an article on Sweet Maria's, where she said the average life of a roaster was 2 years. That seemed very short. What's been your experience?
I've had my iRoast 2 for just over a year and it's approaching it's 300th 5oz roast. Apart from having a quirky moment with the LCD controls and a fan shaft that needed cleaning and lubing after it seized it's working like new. I hope to have it for several more years to come.
Like anything you get what you pay for, I think. You want lasting quality, for a few thousand you can get a commercial sample roaster that will probably last you a life time. Commercial roaster manufacturers are starting to build in home use to their sample roaster machines. If you want to spend between $100-$600 your roasting capacity and machine longevity will reflect the investment. It would be nice if my iRoast lasted more than 5 years but after using it for a year I'm already looking at a better roaster with more capacity so whether it keeps running for a couple more years won't probably matter.
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View entire thread: Best Grocery Store Coffee Beans
Posted by CafeBlue on 2006-12-11 02:39:15 Post Subject:
One grocery in my neighborhood stocks the typical 65 to 85 SKU's of coffees - a quick check of manufacturing date codes reveals that all but two SKU's are roasted more than two months ago and the oldest is from 2004. All that coffee is stale, flat, lifeless, flavorless, aromaless- no matter the packaging, brand quality, price or initial quality on roast day.
Buy your coffee directly from a quality coffee roaster! If no one roasts in your area, then order via the internet.
Peet's, Zoka, Stumptown, Just Us, Intelligentsia, Coffee Culture and over a hundred more quality roasters will be happy to sell you the experience of fresh roasted coffee of near limitless variety and exceptional taste...delivered to your door.
Buy a coffee grinder and only order whole bean coffee that you will grind and then brew immediately. Order only as much coffee as you wil drink within one to three weeks.
Enjoy the complexity and richness that specialty coffee offers for less than 50 cents per serving.
Best regards
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Posted by CafeBlue on 2006-12-11 02:39:15 Post Subject:
One grocery in my neighborhood stocks the typical 65 to 85 SKU's of coffees - a quick check of manufacturing date codes reveals that all but two SKU's are roasted more than two months ago and the oldest is from 2004. All that coffee is stale, flat, lifeless, flavorless, aromaless- no matter the packaging, brand quality, price or initial quality on roast day.
Buy your coffee directly from a quality coffee roaster! If no one roasts in your area, then order via the internet.
Peet's, Zoka, Stumptown, Just Us, Intelligentsia, Coffee Culture and over a hundred more quality roasters will be happy to sell you the experience of fresh roasted coffee of near limitless variety and exceptional taste...delivered to your door.
Buy a coffee grinder and only order whole bean coffee that you will grind and then brew immediately. Order only as much coffee as you wil drink within one to three weeks.
Enjoy the complexity and richness that specialty coffee offers for less than 50 cents per serving.
Best regards
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View entire thread: long lasting machine
Posted by Rick G on 2008-06-26 01:36:19 Post Subject: long lasting machine
Greetings all, newbie here and I''m old so be nice;
I have the bare basics of espresso equipment that i am using to see if I like it. I have stopped going to S***Ks and love making my own even with junk equipment from S****Ks, but i have killed my espresso maker(on purpose but don''t tell the wife) and am in the market for a new upscale and shinny E61 machine. Question is which brand is the sturdiest and projected to have the longest anticipated lifespan.
I have been looking at Quickmill,Alex by Izzo (favorite), Isomac,Pasquini and Expobar. I am also concerned about the ability to find parts in the future.
Any better or stronger out there?
Still looking for a coffee roaster here in Las Vegas but not much luck, also can''t find anyone that sells equipment either. Thank goodness for the internet.
thanks
Rick G
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Posted by Rick G on 2008-06-26 01:36:19 Post Subject: long lasting machine
Greetings all, newbie here and I''m old so be nice;
I have the bare basics of espresso equipment that i am using to see if I like it. I have stopped going to S***Ks and love making my own even with junk equipment from S****Ks, but i have killed my espresso maker(on purpose but don''t tell the wife) and am in the market for a new upscale and shinny E61 machine. Question is which brand is the sturdiest and projected to have the longest anticipated lifespan.
I have been looking at Quickmill,Alex by Izzo (favorite), Isomac,Pasquini and Expobar. I am also concerned about the ability to find parts in the future.
Any better or stronger out there?
Still looking for a coffee roaster here in Las Vegas but not much luck, also can''t find anyone that sells equipment either. Thank goodness for the internet.
thanks
Rick G
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View entire thread: Coffee in hotel industry - please help
Posted by goethe on 2006-02-01 21:45:48 Post Subject: Coffee in hotel industry - please help
Hi there. I'm an MBA student working on a class project (fun!). The story is that we're a mid-size coffee roaster wanting to penetrate the hotel industry - both in-room coffee makers and restaurant/room service, etc.
We're having a hard time finding resources about such a specific segment of the industry. Do you know anywhere we can find FREE information on this subject? Or do you have any expertise (or anecdotal information) that might help me out? Anything you can share or suggest would be most appreciated.
Thanks so much,
Beth
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Posted by goethe on 2006-02-01 21:45:48 Post Subject: Coffee in hotel industry - please help
Hi there. I'm an MBA student working on a class project (fun!). The story is that we're a mid-size coffee roaster wanting to penetrate the hotel industry - both in-room coffee makers and restaurant/room service, etc.
We're having a hard time finding resources about such a specific segment of the industry. Do you know anywhere we can find FREE information on this subject? Or do you have any expertise (or anecdotal information) that might help me out? Anything you can share or suggest would be most appreciated.
Thanks so much,
Beth
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View entire thread: G'Day from Down Under - TIPS TO INCREASE COFFEE SALES
Posted by miatot on 2004-07-26 02:13:16 Post Subject: Re: G'Day from Down Under - TIPS TO INCREASE COFFEE SALES
well...australia is where your from...if you won't mind me askin...were do you get your beans from???i know just a perfect coffee roaster there in australia....you might even want to see our stores...
sales...well...
i think firstly, you should have a great product...this will make a difference...i am telling you...though you'r a new player, once people finds out that you have something that maybe GJ doesn't have...they'll be running to your store and be driving 20 meters back....
next would be the service that you give to your guests,treat them warmly...make your shop their next home...if they find peace in your store,you'll find them there every minute of the day, may it be breakfast with family, meetings, socials or simply being alone and unwinding...sipping that finest espresso...
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Posted by miatot on 2004-07-26 02:13:16 Post Subject: Re: G'Day from Down Under - TIPS TO INCREASE COFFEE SALES
well...australia is where your from...if you won't mind me askin...were do you get your beans from???i know just a perfect coffee roaster there in australia....you might even want to see our stores...
sales...well...
i think firstly, you should have a great product...this will make a difference...i am telling you...though you'r a new player, once people finds out that you have something that maybe GJ doesn't have...they'll be running to your store and be driving 20 meters back....
next would be the service that you give to your guests,treat them warmly...make your shop their next home...if they find peace in your store,you'll find them there every minute of the day, may it be breakfast with family, meetings, socials or simply being alone and unwinding...sipping that finest espresso...
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View entire thread: espresso extraction time!
Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2008-09-29 17:48:13 Post Subject:
I haven’t found that perfect blend yet, but if anyone has some suggestions on a all organic fair trade coffee roaster (preferably on the west coast) I am opening a shop in about 10 days and I sure would appreciate a PM!!!You are opening in 10 days and you don't have a roaster? I think going forward you need to plan better than that!
try sacred grounds organic coffee or taylor maid farms or doma coffee
http://www.taylormaidfarms.com/
http://www.sacred-grounds.com/info.html
http://www.domacoffee.com/
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2008-09-29 17:48:13 Post Subject:
I haven’t found that perfect blend yet, but if anyone has some suggestions on a all organic fair trade coffee roaster (preferably on the west coast) I am opening a shop in about 10 days and I sure would appreciate a PM!!!You are opening in 10 days and you don't have a roaster? I think going forward you need to plan better than that!
try sacred grounds organic coffee or taylor maid farms or doma coffee
http://www.taylormaidfarms.com/
http://www.sacred-grounds.com/info.html
http://www.domacoffee.com/
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View entire thread: Popcorn coffee roaster
Posted by ArabBeaker on 2008-09-25 13:51:23 Post Subject: Re: Roasting your own
Roasting your own coffee is such a joy. It is fun and you get to try a lot of different really good coffee and you can roast it the way you like it. I have never tried a popcorn popper, I use a Fresh Roast + 8. It is really neat. You can see a video of me roasting using 2 of them on my website under videos.
Jlyon, Enjoyed your video, thanks for putting it up. You know I love when people consider their camper van and deck chair essential camping quipment. Right after their coffee roaster(s)
We have become somewhat popular ourselves the last two years at our favourite camping ground. Possibly due to our espresso machine and also my homebrew Pale Ale.
This summer I am definately taking the corn popper along.
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Posted by ArabBeaker on 2008-09-25 13:51:23 Post Subject: Re: Roasting your own
Roasting your own coffee is such a joy. It is fun and you get to try a lot of different really good coffee and you can roast it the way you like it. I have never tried a popcorn popper, I use a Fresh Roast + 8. It is really neat. You can see a video of me roasting using 2 of them on my website under videos.
Jlyon, Enjoyed your video, thanks for putting it up. You know I love when people consider their camper van and deck chair essential camping quipment. Right after their coffee roaster(s)
We have become somewhat popular ourselves the last two years at our favourite camping ground. Possibly due to our espresso machine and also my homebrew Pale Ale.
This summer I am definately taking the corn popper along.
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View entire thread: Industry Guys & Girls Introductions
Posted by topher on 2003-10-22 18:18:47 Post Subject:
OMG!! I have been posting here for a while now and never introduced myself! Hi everyone...My name is topher...as in chrisTOPHER..I have been in coffee since 89 and have been a coffee roaster for aroung 11 years. I am now the master coffee roaster for a casino and do all the roasting for each outlet by myself..sigh...all by my lonesome
anyways Larrissa good luck with your cart..have spent many a night at the ice palace helping out my buddy on her carts at the Lightening games!!!
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Posted by topher on 2003-10-22 18:18:47 Post Subject:
OMG!! I have been posting here for a while now and never introduced myself! Hi everyone...My name is topher...as in chrisTOPHER..I have been in coffee since 89 and have been a coffee roaster for aroung 11 years. I am now the master coffee roaster for a casino and do all the roasting for each outlet by myself..sigh...all by my lonesome
anyways Larrissa good luck with your cart..have spent many a night at the ice palace helping out my buddy on her carts at the Lightening games!!!
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View entire thread: Can you roast peanuts in a coffee roaster?
Posted by Ellie on 2005-04-18 21:04:30 Post Subject: Can you roast peanuts in a coffee roaster?
OK, OK, please be nice. It's a crazy question, I know.
So, has anyone ever tried roasting peanuts in their coffee roaster???
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Posted by Ellie on 2005-04-18 21:04:30 Post Subject: Can you roast peanuts in a coffee roaster?
OK, OK, please be nice. It's a crazy question, I know.
So, has anyone ever tried roasting peanuts in their coffee roaster???
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View entire thread: Cafes...do you buy "pre roasted" via UPS, etc.???
Posted by cafemakers on 2006-09-23 19:15:33 Post Subject:
You may want to read my recent article in the July '06 Tea & Coffee Trade Journal that discusses some of the issues regarding retailers roasting. If you do not have that issue handy, we have the article on our website, here: http://www.cafemakers.com/news/tctj-roaster.pdf
I generally advise against new retailers starting to roast their own coffee. These are two separate disciplines; although it may be possible for anyone to roast coffee, it takes quite a bit of skill and practice in a number of different areas (including cupping) in order to do it well.
Inventory control is generally not an issue, so long as you plan your business properly. For assistance on this, I suggest that you speak with your coffee roaster (the person, not the machine) or business advisor.
Best regards,
Andrew
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Posted by cafemakers on 2006-09-23 19:15:33 Post Subject:
You may want to read my recent article in the July '06 Tea & Coffee Trade Journal that discusses some of the issues regarding retailers roasting. If you do not have that issue handy, we have the article on our website, here: http://www.cafemakers.com/news/tctj-roaster.pdf
I generally advise against new retailers starting to roast their own coffee. These are two separate disciplines; although it may be possible for anyone to roast coffee, it takes quite a bit of skill and practice in a number of different areas (including cupping) in order to do it well.
Inventory control is generally not an issue, so long as you plan your business properly. For assistance on this, I suggest that you speak with your coffee roaster (the person, not the machine) or business advisor.
Best regards,
Andrew
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