View entire thread: PR: Irishman wins 2008 World Barista Championship
Posted by cafemakers on 2008-06-23 05:59:51 Post Subject: PR: Irishman wins 2008 World Barista Championship
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK (June 22, 2008) – Stephen Morrissey of Ireland has won the 2008 World Barista Championship in Copenhagen, Denmark.
National champions from 51 countries converged in Copenhagen to compete for the title of world’s top barista in front of a live audience of several hundred spectators and thousands of online viewers worldwide.
As the winner of the 2008 Competition, Mr. Morrissey receives a highly sought after La Marzocco GS/3 espresso machine and a Compak K-10 WBC espresso grinder in addition to his prestigious title.
Each competitor prepared 4 espressos, 4 cappuccinos and 4 original signature drinks of their own creation to exacting standards using state of the art La Marzocco FB/80 espresso machines and Compak K-10 WBC coffee grinders for a panel of experienced WBC certified judges. Seven judges, including one head judge, 4 sensory judges and 2 technical judges evaluated the taste of beverages served, cleanliness, creativity, technical skill and overall presentation of the competitors.
The runner up was David Makin from Australia, followed by 3rd place Liesbeth Sleijster (Netherlands), 4th place Daniel Remheden (Sweden), 5th place Michael Yung (Canada), and 6th place Soren Stiller Markussen (Denmark). Full results are posted at our website.
Next year’s World Barista Championship will be held April 16-19, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia U.S.A. in conjunction with the 21st annual Specialty Coffee Association of America Symposium and Exposition.
About the World Barista Championship
World Barista Championship UK Ltd is jointly owned and operated by the Specialty Coffee Associations of America and Europe. The first WBC competition took place in Monte Carlo in October 2000 and has since held annual competitions Miami (2001), Oslo (2002), Boston (2003), Trieste (2004), Seattle (2005), Berne (2006) and Tokyo (2007). The organization’s next event will be held in Atlanta, Georgia U.S.A. April 16-19, 2009 in conjunction with the 21st annual Specialty Coffee Association of America Symposium and Exposition. For more information, please visit the WBC http://www.worldbaristachampionship.com.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2008-06-23 05:59:51 Post Subject: PR: Irishman wins 2008 World Barista Championship
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK (June 22, 2008) – Stephen Morrissey of Ireland has won the 2008 World Barista Championship in Copenhagen, Denmark.
National champions from 51 countries converged in Copenhagen to compete for the title of world’s top barista in front of a live audience of several hundred spectators and thousands of online viewers worldwide.
As the winner of the 2008 Competition, Mr. Morrissey receives a highly sought after La Marzocco GS/3 espresso machine and a Compak K-10 WBC espresso grinder in addition to his prestigious title.
Each competitor prepared 4 espressos, 4 cappuccinos and 4 original signature drinks of their own creation to exacting standards using state of the art La Marzocco FB/80 espresso machines and Compak K-10 WBC coffee grinders for a panel of experienced WBC certified judges. Seven judges, including one head judge, 4 sensory judges and 2 technical judges evaluated the taste of beverages served, cleanliness, creativity, technical skill and overall presentation of the competitors.
The runner up was David Makin from Australia, followed by 3rd place Liesbeth Sleijster (Netherlands), 4th place Daniel Remheden (Sweden), 5th place Michael Yung (Canada), and 6th place Soren Stiller Markussen (Denmark). Full results are posted at our website.
Next year’s World Barista Championship will be held April 16-19, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia U.S.A. in conjunction with the 21st annual Specialty Coffee Association of America Symposium and Exposition.
About the World Barista Championship
World Barista Championship UK Ltd is jointly owned and operated by the Specialty Coffee Associations of America and Europe. The first WBC competition took place in Monte Carlo in October 2000 and has since held annual competitions Miami (2001), Oslo (2002), Boston (2003), Trieste (2004), Seattle (2005), Berne (2006) and Tokyo (2007). The organization’s next event will be held in Atlanta, Georgia U.S.A. April 16-19, 2009 in conjunction with the 21st annual Specialty Coffee Association of America Symposium and Exposition. For more information, please visit the WBC http://www.worldbaristachampionship.com.
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Posted by CCafe on 2007-12-05 11:41:51 Post Subject: Posting msg not working
tracy@custom-brand-beverage.com
I'm reaching out to you about a problem I'm having posting to the
forum. You are one of the "moderators" listed and you have an email
posted on your profile.
I've tried submitting an entry, but continue to get the same error
message. Please point me in the right direction to resolve my problem.
I've emailed beanz@coffeeforums.com several times but have not heard
back for days.
A typical error message is copied below. Thank you in advance for your help.
Tracy (Mako)
Error in posting
DEBUG MODE
SQL Error : 1062 Duplicate entry '0' for key 1
INSERT INTO phpbb_first_posts (forum_id, topic_id, user_id, username,
user_email, creation_time, poster_ip, post_subject, post_text) VALUES
( 6, 6254, 25420, 'Mako', 'tracy@custom-brand-beverage.com',
1196825383, 'cf05e5da', 'OK... Own up... Who sells flavored beans?',
'I\'\'m new here and don\'\'t want to offend anybody. This subject has
been pretty well flogged. I tend to agree more with those who are
looking for their market, their niche and to fill it. If the flavor
fits, sell it.\r\n\r\nI agree with most that coffee should be enjoyed
unadulterated. No cream, no sugar and by all means no flavors. But I
am a businessman. I believe in succeeding with my business. To this
end I am not a coffee purist but rather a business success
purist.\r\n\r\nThat means that I may not believe in flavored coffee,
but if my local market prefers it and I want my slice of the pie then
I better have what my customers want. Or, perhaps another laundromat
is in my future.\r\n\r\nDefine your market. Be true to your beliefs
and standards, but be realistic about what will work and what will
make money and grow your business. Swim like a shark.\r\n\r\nMako' )
Line : 219
File : functions_post.php
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This message was sent using IMP, the Internet Messaging Program.
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2nd user same problem.
evgeniy.vorobiev@gmail.com
Hi,
I know you are an admin but it seems there's no way to reach the founders of the board. CoffeeLover has only PM (which I can't use without making a post) and the other person has AIM but is not on.
My problem is that I can't post! I click the "Agree" box and when I hit Submit this is what I get:
Error in posting
DEBUG MODE
SQL Error : 1062 Duplicate entry '0' for key 1
INSERT INTO phpbb_first_posts (forum_id, user_id, username, user_email, creation_time, poster_ip, post_subject, post_text) VALUES ( 2, 25413, 'Evev', 'eugidude@gmail.com', 1196811705, '47849f24', 'Looking for a \\"fine grind\\" coffee mill', 'After doing some research I find that my original desire to buy a classical hand-cranked coffee mill was misplaced since 95% of the coffee I make at home is Turkish style coffee.\r\n\r\nIn the end I come to you, hoping that someone may be able to answer my two questions:\r\n\r\n1) Is it possible for a hand-cranked coffee mill to provide \\"fine grind\\" coffe? If so, please recommend some brands!\r\n\r\n2) Could someone please recommend a Turkish coffee mill?\r\n\r\nAnother bit of confusion comes from the fact that a good number of sites praise Turkish coffee mills as \\"portable coffee grinders\\". I realize that a Turkish coffee mill has a screw on the bottom that adjusts how fine the grind is but does the above statement imply that there are big hand-cranked mills that can also make \\"fine girnd\\"?\r\n\r\nAs a side note, I prefer burrs over blades
\r\n\r\nThank you in advance!' )
Line : 219
File : functions_post.php
Hope this gets fixed soon so I can post for feedback for my question.
Thank you in advance!
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Posted by CCafe on 2007-12-05 11:41:51 Post Subject: Posting msg not working
tracy@custom-brand-beverage.com
I'm reaching out to you about a problem I'm having posting to the
forum. You are one of the "moderators" listed and you have an email
posted on your profile.
I've tried submitting an entry, but continue to get the same error
message. Please point me in the right direction to resolve my problem.
I've emailed beanz@coffeeforums.com several times but have not heard
back for days.
A typical error message is copied below. Thank you in advance for your help.
Tracy (Mako)
Error in posting
DEBUG MODE
SQL Error : 1062 Duplicate entry '0' for key 1
INSERT INTO phpbb_first_posts (forum_id, topic_id, user_id, username,
user_email, creation_time, poster_ip, post_subject, post_text) VALUES
( 6, 6254, 25420, 'Mako', 'tracy@custom-brand-beverage.com',
1196825383, 'cf05e5da', 'OK... Own up... Who sells flavored beans?',
'I\'\'m new here and don\'\'t want to offend anybody. This subject has
been pretty well flogged. I tend to agree more with those who are
looking for their market, their niche and to fill it. If the flavor
fits, sell it.\r\n\r\nI agree with most that coffee should be enjoyed
unadulterated. No cream, no sugar and by all means no flavors. But I
am a businessman. I believe in succeeding with my business. To this
end I am not a coffee purist but rather a business success
purist.\r\n\r\nThat means that I may not believe in flavored coffee,
but if my local market prefers it and I want my slice of the pie then
I better have what my customers want. Or, perhaps another laundromat
is in my future.\r\n\r\nDefine your market. Be true to your beliefs
and standards, but be realistic about what will work and what will
make money and grow your business. Swim like a shark.\r\n\r\nMako' )
Line : 219
File : functions_post.php
----------------------------------------------------------------
This message was sent using IMP, the Internet Messaging Program.
Edit
2nd user same problem.
evgeniy.vorobiev@gmail.com
Hi,
I know you are an admin but it seems there's no way to reach the founders of the board. CoffeeLover has only PM (which I can't use without making a post) and the other person has AIM but is not on.
My problem is that I can't post! I click the "Agree" box and when I hit Submit this is what I get:
Error in posting
DEBUG MODE
SQL Error : 1062 Duplicate entry '0' for key 1
INSERT INTO phpbb_first_posts (forum_id, user_id, username, user_email, creation_time, poster_ip, post_subject, post_text) VALUES ( 2, 25413, 'Evev', 'eugidude@gmail.com', 1196811705, '47849f24', 'Looking for a \\"fine grind\\" coffee mill', 'After doing some research I find that my original desire to buy a classical hand-cranked coffee mill was misplaced since 95% of the coffee I make at home is Turkish style coffee.\r\n\r\nIn the end I come to you, hoping that someone may be able to answer my two questions:\r\n\r\n1) Is it possible for a hand-cranked coffee mill to provide \\"fine grind\\" coffe? If so, please recommend some brands!\r\n\r\n2) Could someone please recommend a Turkish coffee mill?\r\n\r\nAnother bit of confusion comes from the fact that a good number of sites praise Turkish coffee mills as \\"portable coffee grinders\\". I realize that a Turkish coffee mill has a screw on the bottom that adjusts how fine the grind is but does the above statement imply that there are big hand-cranked mills that can also make \\"fine girnd\\"?\r\n\r\nAs a side note, I prefer burrs over blades
\r\n\r\nThank you in advance!' )Line : 219
File : functions_post.php
Hope this gets fixed soon so I can post for feedback for my question.
Thank you in advance!
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View entire thread: Best ~$250.00 Grinder? - Exclusively for French Press
Posted by hturley on 2008-09-30 14:07:54 Post Subject:
I have also been thinking about purchasing a Capresso Infinity. This page has some information about it - http://www.coffeebeansgalore.com/capres ... -grinders/
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Posted by hturley on 2008-09-30 14:07:54 Post Subject:
I have also been thinking about purchasing a Capresso Infinity. This page has some information about it - http://www.coffeebeansgalore.com/capres ... -grinders/
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View entire thread: Promoting your website with Squidoo?
Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-05-30 06:45:17 Post Subject:
Great "lens" on coffee grinders. I especially like your section on manual coffee grinders, big fan here.
There wasn't any links taking the visitor to your website though, none that I could find, maybe that's the problem?
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Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-05-30 06:45:17 Post Subject:
Great "lens" on coffee grinders. I especially like your section on manual coffee grinders, big fan here.
There wasn't any links taking the visitor to your website though, none that I could find, maybe that's the problem?
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View entire thread: Promoting your website with Squidoo?
Posted by coffeepotato on 2008-05-30 05:37:07 Post Subject: Promoting your website with Squidoo?
I have recently joined Squidoo and created a "lens" (that's Squidoo terminology for a page) about coffee grinders. It is just a summary of the coffee grinders section on my web site with links pointing back to my site for more detailed information. I think that the lens looks pretty good (actually probably better than my web site) and it is rated very well and I had quite a few visitors over there. But I still have not seen much traffic from it to my web site.
Do you have any experience with promoting your website on Squidoo? I would love to hear if you think it is worthwhile to use Squidoo.
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Posted by coffeepotato on 2008-05-30 05:37:07 Post Subject: Promoting your website with Squidoo?
I have recently joined Squidoo and created a "lens" (that's Squidoo terminology for a page) about coffee grinders. It is just a summary of the coffee grinders section on my web site with links pointing back to my site for more detailed information. I think that the lens looks pretty good (actually probably better than my web site) and it is rated very well and I had quite a few visitors over there. But I still have not seen much traffic from it to my web site.
Do you have any experience with promoting your website on Squidoo? I would love to hear if you think it is worthwhile to use Squidoo.
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View entire thread: Coffee roasting machines, coffee grinders,cafemino
Posted by Toper on 2007-12-03 05:30:38 Post Subject: Coffee roasting machines, coffee grinders,cafemino
Manufacturer and seller of industrial coffee processing equipmets fromTurkey.
With our 55 years experience we produce best machinery from standard to genious with best quality and amazing prices, export to 59 different regions all around the world.
Some of our product are;
Coffee roasting machines, coffee grinders, afterburner, project, destoner, coffee bean silos, and outher coffee processing equipments. The new way of coffee roasters.
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Posted by Toper on 2007-12-03 05:30:38 Post Subject: Coffee roasting machines, coffee grinders,cafemino
Manufacturer and seller of industrial coffee processing equipmets fromTurkey.
With our 55 years experience we produce best machinery from standard to genious with best quality and amazing prices, export to 59 different regions all around the world.
Some of our product are;
Coffee roasting machines, coffee grinders, afterburner, project, destoner, coffee bean silos, and outher coffee processing equipments. The new way of coffee roasters.
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View entire thread: start up costs
Posted by vinylbunnie on 2005-05-21 14:05:15 Post Subject: start up costs
i am currently enrolled in an antrepreneurship couse, and have to make a business plan. i was wondering if anyone could provide me with the prices of things such as coffee grinders, expresso machines, etc. or suggest a website that has the porices of these things.
thank you!
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Posted by vinylbunnie on 2005-05-21 14:05:15 Post Subject: start up costs
i am currently enrolled in an antrepreneurship couse, and have to make a business plan. i was wondering if anyone could provide me with the prices of things such as coffee grinders, expresso machines, etc. or suggest a website that has the porices of these things.
thank you!
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View entire thread: manual burr grinder wanted
Posted by coffeepotato on 2008-05-27 19:54:07 Post Subject:
Good brands are Zassenhaus and Lodos .
I have written a page about coffee grinders on squidoo. There are some recommendations about manual coffee grinders in there so you may want to check it out.
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Posted by coffeepotato on 2008-05-27 19:54:07 Post Subject:
Good brands are Zassenhaus and Lodos .
I have written a page about coffee grinders on squidoo. There are some recommendations about manual coffee grinders in there so you may want to check it out.
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View entire thread: ESpresso Shop Equipment For Sale
Posted by txnbydesign on 2007-05-15 13:03:18 Post Subject: Piecing Out the Equipment
I've had lots of inquiries from people interested in just parts of the inventory I posted about above. Briefly, here goes:
1 SuperAutomatic Franke Espresso Machine w/Double Hoppers ($9,995 New)
1 SuperAutomatic Machivelli Expresso Machine w/Double Hoppers ($6,995 New)
CoffeeShop Manager Latte Package POS System with 2 each: PCs, cash drawers, receipt printers, card swipes
($9,988 New)
(2) 1 Gallon Fetco Commercial Drip Coffee Brewer ($2,100 New)
(2) Commercial Programmable Vitamix Blenders W/Soundshield ($1,785 New)
3 Commercial Grade Coffee Grinders ($1,000 each NEW)
12 Airpots w/valves ($500 New)
Lots of Ghiradelli and Godiva chocolate and flavor syrups.
Please email with any offers, questions, bids, etc . . .
Thanks,
Cheri Mullins
cherimullins@earthlink.net
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Posted by txnbydesign on 2007-05-15 13:03:18 Post Subject: Piecing Out the Equipment
I've had lots of inquiries from people interested in just parts of the inventory I posted about above. Briefly, here goes:
1 SuperAutomatic Franke Espresso Machine w/Double Hoppers ($9,995 New)
1 SuperAutomatic Machivelli Expresso Machine w/Double Hoppers ($6,995 New)
CoffeeShop Manager Latte Package POS System with 2 each: PCs, cash drawers, receipt printers, card swipes
($9,988 New)
(2) 1 Gallon Fetco Commercial Drip Coffee Brewer ($2,100 New)
(2) Commercial Programmable Vitamix Blenders W/Soundshield ($1,785 New)
3 Commercial Grade Coffee Grinders ($1,000 each NEW)
12 Airpots w/valves ($500 New)
Lots of Ghiradelli and Godiva chocolate and flavor syrups.
Please email with any offers, questions, bids, etc . . .
Thanks,
Cheri Mullins
cherimullins@earthlink.net
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View entire thread: Please help on Start-Up costs. Need advice....
Posted by CCafe on 2005-02-22 08:25:14 Post Subject:
Espresso machines range $4000 - $10,000 new. Coffee brewers $1000 - $3000. Espresso and Coffee Grinders $750 - $2000. For general appliances go to local retail store aka (Best Buy, Lowes, Home Depot) and price it out.
It not uncommon for people to get 1 or 2 espresso machines, 1 coffee brewer, 2 espresso grinders (reg and decaf), and 2 bulk grinders (flavored and unflavored coffee). Figure if that is all new, it would most like run you around $15,000 +- $2000.
In my calculation I didn't include a 2nd espresso machine. If you can afford one, get it. This way you always have a backup. People forget this all the time and when you mix that with poor maintenance, they are up the creek when their only machine breaks. Nobody wants to go get a Latte and read that sign!
One other thing, when purchasing or leasing your equipment make sure your repair service has a loaner program. If you can’t afford duplicates of everything this will sure help
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Posted by CCafe on 2005-02-22 08:25:14 Post Subject:
Espresso machines range $4000 - $10,000 new. Coffee brewers $1000 - $3000. Espresso and Coffee Grinders $750 - $2000. For general appliances go to local retail store aka (Best Buy, Lowes, Home Depot) and price it out.
It not uncommon for people to get 1 or 2 espresso machines, 1 coffee brewer, 2 espresso grinders (reg and decaf), and 2 bulk grinders (flavored and unflavored coffee). Figure if that is all new, it would most like run you around $15,000 +- $2000.
In my calculation I didn't include a 2nd espresso machine. If you can afford one, get it. This way you always have a backup. People forget this all the time and when you mix that with poor maintenance, they are up the creek when their only machine breaks. Nobody wants to go get a Latte and read that sign!
One other thing, when purchasing or leasing your equipment make sure your repair service has a loaner program. If you can’t afford duplicates of everything this will sure help
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View entire thread: Free Stuff
Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2006-09-18 17:35:44 Post Subject: Re: Free Stuff
I was reading a thread that mentioned that a smoothie company will loan you blenders if you use their products. I know that's a common practice in the coffee business and that leads me to my question. What equipment can I get for free without compromising my product? I know I will have to buy my own espresso machine, but grinders and blenders seems like something that won't "crappify" my products. Also, if anyone knows of a smoothie company who would buy me a blender or two, please let me know. I don't want to sound like a cheapass, but I'm looking (probably like everyone else) to cut costs as much as possible and still have happy customers at the end of the day. Thanks in advance.
Actually, to get equipment "free" you will need to meet a minimum order quantity. And they are not free, they are factored into the cost of the products. Some coffee suppliers have two prices, one with equipment, one without. You will see most of the time, they will make their money back on the equipment in less than a year. Also, coffee grinders will crappify your products. Try different brands and decide what work best for you. If your supplier offers them fine, if not buy them yourselves.
I think most smoothie suppliers have a blender program. In Island Oasis's case, they have a one price policy so if you use their product you might as well use their blenders. They have their cool looking ice shaver and other commercial blenders. I like the Blendtec Smoother or Hamilton Beach Tempest blender better, but a few of my customers like the ice shaver better, so that's what we use.
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2006-09-18 17:35:44 Post Subject: Re: Free Stuff
I was reading a thread that mentioned that a smoothie company will loan you blenders if you use their products. I know that's a common practice in the coffee business and that leads me to my question. What equipment can I get for free without compromising my product? I know I will have to buy my own espresso machine, but grinders and blenders seems like something that won't "crappify" my products. Also, if anyone knows of a smoothie company who would buy me a blender or two, please let me know. I don't want to sound like a cheapass, but I'm looking (probably like everyone else) to cut costs as much as possible and still have happy customers at the end of the day. Thanks in advance.
Actually, to get equipment "free" you will need to meet a minimum order quantity. And they are not free, they are factored into the cost of the products. Some coffee suppliers have two prices, one with equipment, one without. You will see most of the time, they will make their money back on the equipment in less than a year. Also, coffee grinders will crappify your products. Try different brands and decide what work best for you. If your supplier offers them fine, if not buy them yourselves.
I think most smoothie suppliers have a blender program. In Island Oasis's case, they have a one price policy so if you use their product you might as well use their blenders. They have their cool looking ice shaver and other commercial blenders. I like the Blendtec Smoother or Hamilton Beach Tempest blender better, but a few of my customers like the ice shaver better, so that's what we use.
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View entire thread: coffee drive thru
Posted by barefoot on 2004-12-21 13:59:47 Post Subject: coffee equipment
our prefferences are:
espresso machines:
LaMarzocco and Synesso, Rancillio makes some good machines but LaMarzocco are great machines.
Espresso grinders:
Mazzer/Rio
Bulk coffee grinders:
Malkoenig
Fetco
Coffee brewers:
Fetco extractor series
Bunn brewwise
spend as much money as you can to get the best equipment you can on the coffee side and skimp if you have to on the other stuff that does not make you money.
Supreme bean makes great coffee. One of our wholesale cafe customers uses some of their coffees along with ours. They are dedicated and high quality. If you are looking for an organic and fair trade roaster maybe check us out. I would try to use a local roaster if you can within a few miles of you but if not then look at a whole bunch. Get coffees from at elast 6 roasters and choose the best tasting coffee, the best people and the best partner.
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Posted by barefoot on 2004-12-21 13:59:47 Post Subject: coffee equipment
our prefferences are:
espresso machines:
LaMarzocco and Synesso, Rancillio makes some good machines but LaMarzocco are great machines.
Espresso grinders:
Mazzer/Rio
Bulk coffee grinders:
Malkoenig
Fetco
Coffee brewers:
Fetco extractor series
Bunn brewwise
spend as much money as you can to get the best equipment you can on the coffee side and skimp if you have to on the other stuff that does not make you money.
Supreme bean makes great coffee. One of our wholesale cafe customers uses some of their coffees along with ours. They are dedicated and high quality. If you are looking for an organic and fair trade roaster maybe check us out. I would try to use a local roaster if you can within a few miles of you but if not then look at a whole bunch. Get coffees from at elast 6 roasters and choose the best tasting coffee, the best people and the best partner.
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View entire thread: Bang for Buck <$150 Grinder? KitchenAid Pro Line at $99?
Posted by varuscelli on 2007-02-20 16:27:27 Post Subject: Bang for Buck <$150 Grinder? KitchenAid Pro Line at $99?
I'm taxing my novice brain at trying to figure out coffee grinders for home use in the semi-budget range of $150 or less. (Espresso grind is not really a concern. Basically for standard coffee brewer use with a Technivorm KBT741 and a Bodum press pot.)
I'm looking for suggestions in that price range and am seriously considering the KitchenAid Pro Line (KPCG100ER) that's available through Amazon for $99 (normally $199).
It seems to have a few reviewed weaknesses, but also seems like a pretty nice grinder for $99 (with free shipping).
Any comments on the KitchenAid Pro Line or others that might be better considerations in the price range mentioned?
Thanks!
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Posted by varuscelli on 2007-02-20 16:27:27 Post Subject: Bang for Buck <$150 Grinder? KitchenAid Pro Line at $99?
I'm taxing my novice brain at trying to figure out coffee grinders for home use in the semi-budget range of $150 or less. (Espresso grind is not really a concern. Basically for standard coffee brewer use with a Technivorm KBT741 and a Bodum press pot.)
I'm looking for suggestions in that price range and am seriously considering the KitchenAid Pro Line (KPCG100ER) that's available through Amazon for $99 (normally $199).
It seems to have a few reviewed weaknesses, but also seems like a pretty nice grinder for $99 (with free shipping).
Any comments on the KitchenAid Pro Line or others that might be better considerations in the price range mentioned?
Thanks!
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View entire thread: Looking to network with other coffee website owners...
Posted by jlyon10 on 2007-04-03 13:11:48 Post Subject: website
Great idea coffee and chocolate. I love both. I would be glad to echange links with you. Your site takes a little while to load. I sell green and roasted coffee beans, the merchandise for that would be home roasters,
coffee grinders, coffee makers, coffee thermoses
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Posted by jlyon10 on 2007-04-03 13:11:48 Post Subject: website
Great idea coffee and chocolate. I love both. I would be glad to echange links with you. Your site takes a little while to load. I sell green and roasted coffee beans, the merchandise for that would be home roasters,
coffee grinders, coffee makers, coffee thermoses
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View entire thread: Coffee Bean Grinders
Posted by Anonymous on 2003-04-21 17:13:13 Post Subject: CoffeeGrinders
There are 2 types of Coffee Grinders. The most avaliable is the Blade type, with a high speed blade that chops the beans up.
The second type is called a Burr grinder, and these can be broken down into cone or plate burrs. These use 2 bits of metal really close together to break the beans apart. Kind of like mill stones. Usually they are called Coffee Mills.
The better of the 2 is the Burr/Mill type grinder. It does not alter the flavour of the coffee beans. The blade type will actualy scorch the beans adding a burnt taste.
I've used both, and can vouch for the flavour altering effects of Blade Grinders.
Your better off buying a Coffee Mill, if u dont want to spoil the flavours.
If you already have a blade grinder, its best to Pulse the on switch instead of holding it down. Holding it down, will cause the flavour changes. A good sign of blade scorching is the smell of the grounds. As u grinder em, you will notice the smell change... You dont want that.
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Posted by Anonymous on 2003-04-21 17:13:13 Post Subject: CoffeeGrinders
There are 2 types of Coffee Grinders. The most avaliable is the Blade type, with a high speed blade that chops the beans up.
The second type is called a Burr grinder, and these can be broken down into cone or plate burrs. These use 2 bits of metal really close together to break the beans apart. Kind of like mill stones. Usually they are called Coffee Mills.
The better of the 2 is the Burr/Mill type grinder. It does not alter the flavour of the coffee beans. The blade type will actualy scorch the beans adding a burnt taste.
I've used both, and can vouch for the flavour altering effects of Blade Grinders.
Your better off buying a Coffee Mill, if u dont want to spoil the flavours.
If you already have a blade grinder, its best to Pulse the on switch instead of holding it down. Holding it down, will cause the flavour changes. A good sign of blade scorching is the smell of the grounds. As u grinder em, you will notice the smell change... You dont want that.
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Posted by richedie on 2006-06-10 22:50:34 Post Subject:
So, how do I keep the burrs clean? I always notice when a grinder, coffe maker or anything associated with making the coffee needs a cleaning becaus it affects the taste. Maybe I'll buy the GRINDZ and try the white rice periodically. Not sure if this would flush out old grinds. Also, remeber I am only making coffe, not espresso. At least for now.....
So I guess the Solis grinder is similar in that there is no way to take it apart.
Looks like I am going to order the Grindz product because it is designed to clean without disassembly but it only mentions for cleaning
espresso grinders once a week and for shop grinders once a month. No mention of home coffee grinders.
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Posted by richedie on 2006-06-10 22:50:34 Post Subject:
So, how do I keep the burrs clean? I always notice when a grinder, coffe maker or anything associated with making the coffee needs a cleaning becaus it affects the taste. Maybe I'll buy the GRINDZ and try the white rice periodically. Not sure if this would flush out old grinds. Also, remeber I am only making coffe, not espresso. At least for now.....
So I guess the Solis grinder is similar in that there is no way to take it apart.
Looks like I am going to order the Grindz product because it is designed to clean without disassembly but it only mentions for cleaning
espresso grinders once a week and for shop grinders once a month. No mention of home coffee grinders.
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Posted by mrgnomer on 2006-06-11 14:51:39 Post Subject:
So, how do I keep the burrs clean? I always notice when a grinder, coffe maker or anything associated with making the coffee needs a cleaning becaus it affects the taste. Maybe I'll buy the GRINDZ and try the white rice periodically. Not sure if this would flush out old grinds. Also, remeber I am only making coffe, not espresso. At least for now.....
So I guess the Solis grinder is similar in that there is no way to take it apart.
Looks like I am going to order the Grindz product because it is designed to clean without disassembly but it only mentions for cleaning
espresso grinders once a week and for shop grinders once a month. No mention of home coffee grinders.
Running Grindz through the grinder or white rice is a good way to keep it clean. I think those who use Grindz find it better than white rice. I don't know if the top of your grinder is round. If it is, something like a clik clak lid that fits would let you push down and blow grinds out. Even a soft plastic lid would let you push air down through the grinder.
I think the Grindz company assumes only commercial grinders and enthusiasts would care about keeping their grinder clean. You can ask them but I would think Grindz is safely cleans all burr ginders.
The Solis Maestro, I believe, was marketed as an inexpensive grinder capable of grinding for espresso. I think you can take it apart but it's one of those you get what you pay for deals. There was some talk about it for a while as a way to go to save some bucks but there's not much talk about it now. The verdict seems to be that it struggles to be capable and falls short next to higher quality grinders.
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Posted by mrgnomer on 2006-06-11 14:51:39 Post Subject:
So, how do I keep the burrs clean? I always notice when a grinder, coffe maker or anything associated with making the coffee needs a cleaning becaus it affects the taste. Maybe I'll buy the GRINDZ and try the white rice periodically. Not sure if this would flush out old grinds. Also, remeber I am only making coffe, not espresso. At least for now.....
So I guess the Solis grinder is similar in that there is no way to take it apart.
Looks like I am going to order the Grindz product because it is designed to clean without disassembly but it only mentions for cleaning
espresso grinders once a week and for shop grinders once a month. No mention of home coffee grinders.
Running Grindz through the grinder or white rice is a good way to keep it clean. I think those who use Grindz find it better than white rice. I don't know if the top of your grinder is round. If it is, something like a clik clak lid that fits would let you push down and blow grinds out. Even a soft plastic lid would let you push air down through the grinder.
I think the Grindz company assumes only commercial grinders and enthusiasts would care about keeping their grinder clean. You can ask them but I would think Grindz is safely cleans all burr ginders.
The Solis Maestro, I believe, was marketed as an inexpensive grinder capable of grinding for espresso. I think you can take it apart but it's one of those you get what you pay for deals. There was some talk about it for a while as a way to go to save some bucks but there's not much talk about it now. The verdict seems to be that it struggles to be capable and falls short next to higher quality grinders.
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Posted by Craiger on 2007-03-05 00:47:30 Post Subject:
Hey fellow coffee drinkers. I''ve been drinking coffee for 19 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. I have no idea how many different flavors of coffee I have, but they''re quite a few. My absolute favorite is a raspberry mocha.
I found this site while researching for espresso machines and coffee grinders. I''m finishing my basement and will be installing something I''ve wanted for many years....my very own coffee bar. Quite honestly, more for my own selfish reasons, but to entertain as well. I enjoy making coffee for friends.
I haven''t decided on the machines I''ll be buying, but hope to get some insight from this forum in the meantime. I have to install the ceiling, build the fireplace and shelving units, then the bar itself....so I have some time....especially since I''m recovering from back surgery this past Tuesday.
I''m looking forward to getting to know some of you. As coffee is a love of mine, I''m sure I''ll be around for a while.
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Posted by Craiger on 2007-03-05 00:47:30 Post Subject:
Hey fellow coffee drinkers. I''ve been drinking coffee for 19 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. I have no idea how many different flavors of coffee I have, but they''re quite a few. My absolute favorite is a raspberry mocha.
I found this site while researching for espresso machines and coffee grinders. I''m finishing my basement and will be installing something I''ve wanted for many years....my very own coffee bar. Quite honestly, more for my own selfish reasons, but to entertain as well. I enjoy making coffee for friends.
I haven''t decided on the machines I''ll be buying, but hope to get some insight from this forum in the meantime. I have to install the ceiling, build the fireplace and shelving units, then the bar itself....so I have some time....especially since I''m recovering from back surgery this past Tuesday.
I''m looking forward to getting to know some of you. As coffee is a love of mine, I''m sure I''ll be around for a while.
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