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: 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: 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: 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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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: Oven Roasting
Posted by Shadow4173 on 2005-02-12 07:21:16 Post Subject:
I agree. Oven roasting of beans can get smoky, considering that the oven needs to be set at 400 degrees F. Plus, you'd have to sit there, listening for 2 distinct "pops". That's if you're roasting from green beans.
The next best thing to an actual home coffee roaster would be the air popcorn popper. Not sure if the air from it gets up to 400 degrees though.
Keep in mind that you should roast at a minimum of 24 hours before actual use of the beans. Otherwise you'll get a weird tasting brew.
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Posted by Shadow4173 on 2005-02-12 07:21:16 Post Subject:
I agree. Oven roasting of beans can get smoky, considering that the oven needs to be set at 400 degrees F. Plus, you'd have to sit there, listening for 2 distinct "pops". That's if you're roasting from green beans.
The next best thing to an actual home coffee roaster would be the air popcorn popper. Not sure if the air from it gets up to 400 degrees though.
Keep in mind that you should roast at a minimum of 24 hours before actual use of the beans. Otherwise you'll get a weird tasting brew.
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View entire thread: Anyone start out part time, then........
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2007-10-28 19:56:03 Post Subject:
We had to expand beyond just roasted coffee to make a living. i.e green bean sales and Home coffee roaster sales, then we went into home espresso equipment pretty heavily and we have since backed off home espresso equipment sales. We are trying to target "niche" coffee equipment markets for home use. In short we had to diversify but still stay in the coffee field to make our web site my wifes full time job and I still just roast coffee 3 times a week during the evenings as my second job. We are into our 5th year now and getting ready for our biggest time of the year! Holiday Sales!
I'm not trying to scare anyone out of the coffee industry, but you have to LOVE coffee to stay with it!
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2007-10-28 19:56:03 Post Subject:
We had to expand beyond just roasted coffee to make a living. i.e green bean sales and Home coffee roaster sales, then we went into home espresso equipment pretty heavily and we have since backed off home espresso equipment sales. We are trying to target "niche" coffee equipment markets for home use. In short we had to diversify but still stay in the coffee field to make our web site my wifes full time job and I still just roast coffee 3 times a week during the evenings as my second job. We are into our 5th year now and getting ready for our biggest time of the year! Holiday Sales!
I'm not trying to scare anyone out of the coffee industry, but you have to LOVE coffee to stay with it!
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View entire thread: Vacuum Brewing vs. other methods
Posted by mpkelley20 on 2004-10-29 10:58:23 Post Subject: Vacuum Brewing vs. other methods
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!
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Posted by mpkelley20 on 2004-10-29 10:58:23 Post Subject: Vacuum Brewing vs. other methods
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!
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View entire thread: what's a good personal roaster.
Posted by blackjava on 2005-11-09 09:11:49 Post Subject:
This is one I've been looking at
Swissmar ALPENRöST Home Coffee Roaster – 220 volts at $400
15 different roast settings
Roasts from 2 to 8 ounces of beans at one time
Does any one know this brand?
Some thing I don't understand is why you can pay $500 to $600 for a small
home roaster and the next price range is commercial from $6000 and up.
Does no one make something in between?
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Posted by blackjava on 2005-11-09 09:11:49 Post Subject:
This is one I've been looking at
Swissmar ALPENRöST Home Coffee Roaster – 220 volts at $400
15 different roast settings
Roasts from 2 to 8 ounces of beans at one time
Does any one know this brand?
Some thing I don't understand is why you can pay $500 to $600 for a small
home roaster and the next price range is commercial from $6000 and up.
Does no one make something in between?
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View entire thread: Welcome, Introduce Yourself!
Posted by jrnysend on 2006-08-30 20:19:13 Post Subject: Howdy Ho Neighbor
Three yrs late but hi everyone. My name in jr and I'm a long time home coffee roaster and addict. My wife's a nurse so she can revive me when I go into defib. My fav is Ethiopian Peaberry and I love my own formula for Starbuck's Frappicinno. I can't spell also, as you can see. God bless all and drink up. Beans make good friends.
Live Well --
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Posted by jrnysend on 2006-08-30 20:19:13 Post Subject: Howdy Ho Neighbor
Three yrs late but hi everyone. My name in jr and I'm a long time home coffee roaster and addict. My wife's a nurse so she can revive me when I go into defib. My fav is Ethiopian Peaberry and I love my own formula for Starbuck's Frappicinno. I can't spell also, as you can see. God bless all and drink up. Beans make good friends.
Live Well --
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