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Posted by muzoon on 2005-12-10 05:55:47 Post Subject: uneven roast:(
sometimes happens that my roasted coffee beans are not evenly roasted, they are darker from inside even thou lightly.
what can be the cause of this? too high temperature after 1 crack or...?
and what can happen in roasting process with beans and flavour development when temperature changes are too rapid not smooth?
as i have understand that temperature changes should be smooth. if i´m wrong please correct me?
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Posted by muzoon on 2005-12-10 05:55:47 Post Subject: uneven roast:(
sometimes happens that my roasted coffee beans are not evenly roasted, they are darker from inside even thou lightly.
what can be the cause of this? too high temperature after 1 crack or...?
and what can happen in roasting process with beans and flavour development when temperature changes are too rapid not smooth?
as i have understand that temperature changes should be smooth. if i´m wrong please correct me?
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View entire thread: New Website
Posted by jlyon10 on 2007-02-16 08:27:59 Post Subject: New Website
I have a new website and I my self am not wet behind the ears yet. I would appreciate any suggestions about my site at www.jimscoffeebeans.com. I started this site because of my love for home coffee roasting so I want to sell green coffee beans but I also wanted to sell roasted coffee beans for people who aren''t ready to roast their own yet. Any feedback about my site would be greatly appreciated.
Jim Lyon
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Posted by jlyon10 on 2007-02-16 08:27:59 Post Subject: New Website
I have a new website and I my self am not wet behind the ears yet. I would appreciate any suggestions about my site at www.jimscoffeebeans.com. I started this site because of my love for home coffee roasting so I want to sell green coffee beans but I also wanted to sell roasted coffee beans for people who aren''t ready to roast their own yet. Any feedback about my site would be greatly appreciated.
Jim Lyon
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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: Cost of Roasted Beans?
Posted by thedot on 2007-10-21 18:47:02 Post Subject: Cost of Roasted Beans?
Hello folks,
I am trying to wrap my mind around some volume pricing options.
I'm wonder if you all could assist me just a bit.
What is a fair, yet competitive price for roasted coffee beans?
I'm sure folks can get large quantities at a discounted price...so I'm hoping you all can assist me with what a good price for a volume of beans would be?
To be honest, I would like to be competitive; and so I thought why not ask the folks that buy this stuff?
We roast up the beans, and we ship nationwide, but we're basically selling to home users.
We sale commercial equipment, so we'd like to increase our coffee sales to our commercial customers (restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, etc.).
Do you have any suggestions?
Thank you.
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Posted by thedot on 2007-10-21 18:47:02 Post Subject: Cost of Roasted Beans?
Hello folks,
I am trying to wrap my mind around some volume pricing options.
I'm wonder if you all could assist me just a bit.
What is a fair, yet competitive price for roasted coffee beans?
I'm sure folks can get large quantities at a discounted price...so I'm hoping you all can assist me with what a good price for a volume of beans would be?
To be honest, I would like to be competitive; and so I thought why not ask the folks that buy this stuff?
We roast up the beans, and we ship nationwide, but we're basically selling to home users.
We sale commercial equipment, so we'd like to increase our coffee sales to our commercial customers (restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, etc.).
Do you have any suggestions?
Thank you.
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View entire thread: Texas licenses and permits question:
Posted by billagirly on 2007-08-23 11:28:04 Post Subject: Texas licenses and permits question:
To my Texan friends -
I am interested in selling my home-roasted coffee beans at a local craft show and have NO idea where to start. I'm mainly looking to sell bags of beans, but if I can also get away with serving coffee at the event I think it would definitely improve my sales.
I know I can get a health permit from the city online (or I could dig up an old one and hope it hasn't expired yet, but I'd rather get a new one) but do I need any other kinds of licenses or permits as a vendor?
I've never done anything like this before so it's all a little overwhelming. I am going to contact the city health department, but I wanted to come here first so I can have a better idea of what questions to ask and what to expect. Thanks in advance for your help - I appreciate it!
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Posted by billagirly on 2007-08-23 11:28:04 Post Subject: Texas licenses and permits question:
To my Texan friends -
I am interested in selling my home-roasted coffee beans at a local craft show and have NO idea where to start. I'm mainly looking to sell bags of beans, but if I can also get away with serving coffee at the event I think it would definitely improve my sales.
I know I can get a health permit from the city online (or I could dig up an old one and hope it hasn't expired yet, but I'd rather get a new one) but do I need any other kinds of licenses or permits as a vendor?
I've never done anything like this before so it's all a little overwhelming. I am going to contact the city health department, but I wanted to come here first so I can have a better idea of what questions to ask and what to expect. Thanks in advance for your help - I appreciate it!
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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: UK coffee wholesale information wanted
Posted by mike on 2005-04-10 15:33:48 Post Subject: UK coffee wholesale information wanted
Hi,
I was wondering if anyone could recommend any good but cheap wholesale suppliers of roasted coffee beans in the UK. (On-line suppliers preferably, so that I can compare their prices.)
Thanks in advance,
Mike
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Posted by mike on 2005-04-10 15:33:48 Post Subject: UK coffee wholesale information wanted
Hi,
I was wondering if anyone could recommend any good but cheap wholesale suppliers of roasted coffee beans in the UK. (On-line suppliers preferably, so that I can compare their prices.)
Thanks in advance,
Mike
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View entire thread: MBA Project
Posted by NW JAVA on 2007-10-30 20:40:24 Post Subject:
Wow, you are asking alot; honestly for any one here to share. The variables are in-numerous. the demand, the exchange rate the pay for labor, marketing , obtaining green beans to roast or buying roasted/importing roasted coffee beans. The lease cost ......whay not study Starbucks-they are already there.( China)
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Posted by NW JAVA on 2007-10-30 20:40:24 Post Subject:
Wow, you are asking alot; honestly for any one here to share. The variables are in-numerous. the demand, the exchange rate the pay for labor, marketing , obtaining green beans to roast or buying roasted/importing roasted coffee beans. The lease cost ......whay not study Starbucks-they are already there.( China)
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View entire thread: Chemex Coffee Maker?
Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-06 13:27:18 Post Subject: Chemex Coffee Maker?
Has anyone heard of or used the Chemex coffee maker? I am new and have just ordered my first fresh roasted coffee beans online. I want to make sure that I get the best taste out of the beans. I have read about this coffee maker from several websites. It seems as though it will make a great cup and be much easier to use than a French Press. It's a glass coffee maker that use paper filters. You just add the ground coffee to the filter and then boil your water in a tea pot or pan and let it boil and wait a minute before pouring the water into the filter. It's suppose to make a great cup with no grounds in your coffee cup after brewing. Please let me know what you think about this method of brewing coffee. I am now using a cheap Sunbeam Drip coffee maker that I bought at Walmart for about $15.00 and it really doesn't seem to get the coffee hot enough. Thanks!
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Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-06 13:27:18 Post Subject: Chemex Coffee Maker?
Has anyone heard of or used the Chemex coffee maker? I am new and have just ordered my first fresh roasted coffee beans online. I want to make sure that I get the best taste out of the beans. I have read about this coffee maker from several websites. It seems as though it will make a great cup and be much easier to use than a French Press. It's a glass coffee maker that use paper filters. You just add the ground coffee to the filter and then boil your water in a tea pot or pan and let it boil and wait a minute before pouring the water into the filter. It's suppose to make a great cup with no grounds in your coffee cup after brewing. Please let me know what you think about this method of brewing coffee. I am now using a cheap Sunbeam Drip coffee maker that I bought at Walmart for about $15.00 and it really doesn't seem to get the coffee hot enough. Thanks!
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View entire thread: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
Posted by sfrank57 on 2007-07-06 05:45:26 Post Subject: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
I am looking for some small cotton or burlap bags which will hold 1# of roasted coffee beans. Since these bags are porous I will be placing the beans in some type of poly liner before placing them in the small bags. Is anyone out there doing this?
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Posted by sfrank57 on 2007-07-06 05:45:26 Post Subject: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
I am looking for some small cotton or burlap bags which will hold 1# of roasted coffee beans. Since these bags are porous I will be placing the beans in some type of poly liner before placing them in the small bags. Is anyone out there doing this?
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View entire thread: Coffee and Baking - please help
Posted by MrJim on 2005-07-25 15:48:53 Post Subject: Just a thought
Any coffee crystals or instant coffee will be very bad. I sometimes make a coffee flavored milk shake and use high quality freshly roasted coffee beans ground very, very fine and just dumped in like that with out brewing. The shakes are great and taste like freshly roasted coffee smells. Slightly gritty but delicious. Try it, it may work. good luck.
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Posted by MrJim on 2005-07-25 15:48:53 Post Subject: Just a thought
Any coffee crystals or instant coffee will be very bad. I sometimes make a coffee flavored milk shake and use high quality freshly roasted coffee beans ground very, very fine and just dumped in like that with out brewing. The shakes are great and taste like freshly roasted coffee smells. Slightly gritty but delicious. Try it, it may work. good luck.
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View entire thread: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
Posted by Davec on 2007-07-06 06:09:47 Post Subject: Re: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
I am looking for some small cotton or burlap bags which will hold 1# of roasted coffee beans. Since these bags are porous I will be placing the beans in some type of poly liner before placing them in the small bags. Is anyone out there doing this?
I have seen this done in the UK. The people took old coffee sacks, cut them down and re- stitched them to make small burlap sacks. It was quite easy for anyone who can do a simple blanket stich. They also used a poly bag liner as you are planning to do. They would use these for fresh and flavoured beans.
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Posted by Davec on 2007-07-06 06:09:47 Post Subject: Re: Small burlap or cotton bags for roasted coffee
I am looking for some small cotton or burlap bags which will hold 1# of roasted coffee beans. Since these bags are porous I will be placing the beans in some type of poly liner before placing them in the small bags. Is anyone out there doing this?
I have seen this done in the UK. The people took old coffee sacks, cut them down and re- stitched them to make small burlap sacks. It was quite easy for anyone who can do a simple blanket stich. They also used a poly bag liner as you are planning to do. They would use these for fresh and flavoured beans.
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View entire thread: Coffee Shop Hopping
Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-07 08:17:17 Post Subject: Coffee Shop Hopping
A busy little town, Brattleboro is. It was a Sunday, so parking was free at their underground Main Street location. This coffee shop was just what I had hoped it would be. It is small, a little rugged, but as rich in service as in the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans.
I was greeted by a friendly and knowledgeable barista (cute too, but no matter). She answered all of my questions and explained to me the differences in levels of roast. She told me about first and second pop, full city roasts and so on. She invited me to visit their roastery down the street, but again it was Sunday, so they were closed.
Being new to the coffee world, I nervously asked for a mocha latte with a single shot of espresso. I should have ordered it with two shots, because it was more of a hot chocolate drink than a coffee drink to my dismay. I did get some nice latte art though. Not bad for $3 in all. I couldn't resist buying a spiffy little Mocha Joe's coffee mug ($17.95).
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-07 08:17:17 Post Subject: Coffee Shop Hopping
A busy little town, Brattleboro is. It was a Sunday, so parking was free at their underground Main Street location. This coffee shop was just what I had hoped it would be. It is small, a little rugged, but as rich in service as in the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans.
I was greeted by a friendly and knowledgeable barista (cute too, but no matter). She answered all of my questions and explained to me the differences in levels of roast. She told me about first and second pop, full city roasts and so on. She invited me to visit their roastery down the street, but again it was Sunday, so they were closed.
Being new to the coffee world, I nervously asked for a mocha latte with a single shot of espresso. I should have ordered it with two shots, because it was more of a hot chocolate drink than a coffee drink to my dismay. I did get some nice latte art though. Not bad for $3 in all. I couldn't resist buying a spiffy little Mocha Joe's coffee mug ($17.95).
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View entire thread: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Posted by TTTTom on 2005-07-05 09:02:54 Post Subject: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Mornin' to All,,
Here is the question of the day: Is the caffeine in Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans higher than coffee beans that are older than three weeks??
It sure seems that way to me.
Thanks for your thoughts,
T in CArolina
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Posted by TTTTom on 2005-07-05 09:02:54 Post Subject: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Mornin' to All,,
Here is the question of the day: Is the caffeine in Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans higher than coffee beans that are older than three weeks??
It sure seems that way to me.
Thanks for your thoughts,
T in CArolina
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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: How/where to buy coffee beans ASAP
Posted by imagonnawin on 2007-09-14 09:03:56 Post Subject: How/where to buy coffee beans ASAP
I need to figure out a way to buy great, freshly roasted coffee beans, for a home grinder, as quickly as possible. It''s a belated present.
I need some really good stuff. I''m located in Boston, MA if that helps anyone. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
<--- Total Beginner.
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Posted by imagonnawin on 2007-09-14 09:03:56 Post Subject: How/where to buy coffee beans ASAP
I need to figure out a way to buy great, freshly roasted coffee beans, for a home grinder, as quickly as possible. It''s a belated present.
I need some really good stuff. I''m located in Boston, MA if that helps anyone. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
<--- Total Beginner.
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-09-14 11:28:43 Post Subject: Re: How/where to buy coffee beans ASAP
I need to figure out a way to buy great, freshly roasted coffee beans, for a home grinder, as quickly as possible. It''s a belated present.
I need some really good stuff. I''m located in Boston, MA if that helps anyone. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
<--- Total Beginner.
For lighter roasts, drink without cream or sugar. Terroir in Acton Mass is the best. You can buy from their site directly or visit any of the retailers in Boston area.
http://www.terroircoffee.com/content/view/51/25/
Atomic Cafe is an alternative.
http://www.atomicafe.com/
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2007-09-14 11:28:43 Post Subject: Re: How/where to buy coffee beans ASAP
I need to figure out a way to buy great, freshly roasted coffee beans, for a home grinder, as quickly as possible. It''s a belated present.
I need some really good stuff. I''m located in Boston, MA if that helps anyone. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
<--- Total Beginner.
For lighter roasts, drink without cream or sugar. Terroir in Acton Mass is the best. You can buy from their site directly or visit any of the retailers in Boston area.
http://www.terroircoffee.com/content/view/51/25/
Atomic Cafe is an alternative.
http://www.atomicafe.com/
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View entire thread: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Posted by Alex_chef2000 on 2005-11-18 10:31:42 Post Subject: Re: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Mornin' to All,,
Here is the question of the day: Is the caffeine in Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans higher than coffee beans that are older than three weeks??
It sure seems that way to me.
Thanks for your thoughts,
T in CArolina
Hi there, the caffeine is very stable at all times, so there is no change by time. The best coffees are grown in high altitudes, so they use to have less than -40% of the caffeine that have other coffees grown in low altitudes.
The choice is to find a high altitude coffee to drink the best espresso.
Regards from Mexico,
Alex.:
alejandro@tips.com.mx
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Posted by Alex_chef2000 on 2005-11-18 10:31:42 Post Subject: Re: Fresh Roasted & Caffeine
Mornin' to All,,
Here is the question of the day: Is the caffeine in Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans higher than coffee beans that are older than three weeks??
It sure seems that way to me.
Thanks for your thoughts,
T in CArolina
Hi there, the caffeine is very stable at all times, so there is no change by time. The best coffees are grown in high altitudes, so they use to have less than -40% of the caffeine that have other coffees grown in low altitudes.
The choice is to find a high altitude coffee to drink the best espresso.
Regards from Mexico,
Alex.:
alejandro@tips.com.mx
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View entire thread: Coffee drinks pls advise
Posted by Temuri on 2008-10-14 17:39:21 Post Subject: Coffee drinks pls advise
Guys, I have a small chain of coffee shops, where I sell roasted coffee beans. I have really big choice of freshly roasted coffee 15 single origin and 15 blends, bulk tea, small tea and coffee makers. BUT I dont serve coffee in cups upto now. In some locations (especially in large supermarkets) it is clear that people ask for it and get surprised that we dont serve it, even 5 year fanatic regular customers ask us to sell it. The business is simply telling me to offer it. So I would like to ask your advice about the coffee maker or even coffee itself that could be suitable for my needs.
I need a coffee maker that could serve 100-200 cups of really good coffee -- I dont want to harm the reputation of quality coffee roaster because of bad coffee in cup. What you think it should be some single cup making machine or some bunn style with thermos. As you understand I dont want to jump in coffee drinks business, I just need a very small corner able to offer a cup of very good coffee, not espresso even, just regular but fresh coffee with some milk options maximum. No complicated espresso machines.
Any advice? Is there anything like this? Please advise shall I offer one type coffee or several ones? Thanks in advance!
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Posted by Temuri on 2008-10-14 17:39:21 Post Subject: Coffee drinks pls advise
Guys, I have a small chain of coffee shops, where I sell roasted coffee beans. I have really big choice of freshly roasted coffee 15 single origin and 15 blends, bulk tea, small tea and coffee makers. BUT I dont serve coffee in cups upto now. In some locations (especially in large supermarkets) it is clear that people ask for it and get surprised that we dont serve it, even 5 year fanatic regular customers ask us to sell it. The business is simply telling me to offer it. So I would like to ask your advice about the coffee maker or even coffee itself that could be suitable for my needs.
I need a coffee maker that could serve 100-200 cups of really good coffee -- I dont want to harm the reputation of quality coffee roaster because of bad coffee in cup. What you think it should be some single cup making machine or some bunn style with thermos. As you understand I dont want to jump in coffee drinks business, I just need a very small corner able to offer a cup of very good coffee, not espresso even, just regular but fresh coffee with some milk options maximum. No complicated espresso machines.
Any advice? Is there anything like this? Please advise shall I offer one type coffee or several ones? Thanks in advance!
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View entire thread: Hi! I'm new =)
Posted by efil on 2005-02-22 07:41:24 Post Subject:
Hi ElPugDiablo,
I guess I should have been more detailed in what I want to do. Sorry about that.
I'm not going to move to China. But I have family there that is willing to help me open up an office. I also have family that runs a shipping/receiving company there. So having someone recieve the goods isn't a problem either. No greasing of any palms required
I'm not opening a shop either. I just want to start up a distribution center, where I would supply the smaller shops and grocery stores coffee.
So what do you think?
PS. I'm looking at roasted coffee beans, maybe green beans later. I would still like to know the laws. If it isn't to much trouble, could you find out for me? Thanks so very much!
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Posted by efil on 2005-02-22 07:41:24 Post Subject:
Hi ElPugDiablo,
I guess I should have been more detailed in what I want to do. Sorry about that.
I'm not going to move to China. But I have family there that is willing to help me open up an office. I also have family that runs a shipping/receiving company there. So having someone recieve the goods isn't a problem either. No greasing of any palms required
I'm not opening a shop either. I just want to start up a distribution center, where I would supply the smaller shops and grocery stores coffee.So what do you think?
PS. I'm looking at roasted coffee beans, maybe green beans later. I would still like to know the laws. If it isn't to much trouble, could you find out for me? Thanks so very much!
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View entire thread: Anyone heard of Coffee AM?
Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-11 12:04:53 Post Subject: Coffee AM
Hi,
I ordered the coffee beans on Friday but they don't deliver on the weekends so it wasn't roasted until Monday. I received it the next day. This coffee is so different from the beans that I had been buying from the grocery store. I could tell the moment that I opened the bag that it was fresh. The beans were smaller than grocery store beans and they were still oily and the aroma was out of this world. I am hooked on fresh roasted coffee beans. I will never buy beans from the grocery store again. Try coffee am there coffee is great. They ship the same day the beans are roasted. Have a great weekend everyone!
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Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-11 12:04:53 Post Subject: Coffee AM
Hi,
I ordered the coffee beans on Friday but they don't deliver on the weekends so it wasn't roasted until Monday. I received it the next day. This coffee is so different from the beans that I had been buying from the grocery store. I could tell the moment that I opened the bag that it was fresh. The beans were smaller than grocery store beans and they were still oily and the aroma was out of this world. I am hooked on fresh roasted coffee beans. I will never buy beans from the grocery store again. Try coffee am there coffee is great. They ship the same day the beans are roasted. Have a great weekend everyone!
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View entire thread: Hi! I'm new =)
Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2005-02-21 14:50:45 Post Subject:
1) Are you going to move to China? If not don't do it.
2) How connected are you or your partners? If not, are you willing to grease multiple palms?
3) Where in China? If in Shanghai/Shenzheng/Beijing have you look into rent? Two years ago prime location in Shanghai was as high as U$ 60/sf. Sure, you can offset it somewhat with low labor cost, but you still need to put out U$10,000 per month for 2000 sf. Two years ago there were three Starbucks in Shanghai, and I don't think they were profitable.
4) Are you offering other items beside coffees, pastries? Meaning are you offering food items? I don't think pure coffeehouse concept does well in China. There is a Taiwanese chain with about 200 stores that do well, but they have traditional Chinese and quasi-Western food menu, and coffees were really secondary, not to mention not very good. Come to think of it, their food were so-so too. They are really selling Taiwan/Japan style Western atmosphere.
5) Foreign operators that are making piles over there, are KFC, Pizza Hut, McDonald with name recognition and beaucoup bucks. They are not selling quality stuffs, what they are selling is the perceived piece of Americana. I know of of one group of Chinese Americans with similar idea, but their concept is more like the Taiwanese group mentioned above. They have a every American name trademarked, New York Coffee??? But they know jack about coffee. That does not mean I think they will fail, it just that they are not selling good coffee. One thing they are pretty smart about is that they will start in smaller secondary market where cost of doing business is cheaper.
Someone once asked Richard Branson what is the secret of be coming a millionair, he replied "start out with a billion, and start an airline". So...if you still want to be a millionair, I can find out (green or roasted??) coffee beans laws for you. My sister-in-law works for an American commodity firm in Shanghai that brings and sells all type of argri-commodities, her sister is a custom broker.
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Posted by ElPugDiablo on 2005-02-21 14:50:45 Post Subject:
1) Are you going to move to China? If not don't do it.
2) How connected are you or your partners? If not, are you willing to grease multiple palms?
3) Where in China? If in Shanghai/Shenzheng/Beijing have you look into rent? Two years ago prime location in Shanghai was as high as U$ 60/sf. Sure, you can offset it somewhat with low labor cost, but you still need to put out U$10,000 per month for 2000 sf. Two years ago there were three Starbucks in Shanghai, and I don't think they were profitable.
4) Are you offering other items beside coffees, pastries? Meaning are you offering food items? I don't think pure coffeehouse concept does well in China. There is a Taiwanese chain with about 200 stores that do well, but they have traditional Chinese and quasi-Western food menu, and coffees were really secondary, not to mention not very good. Come to think of it, their food were so-so too. They are really selling Taiwan/Japan style Western atmosphere.
5) Foreign operators that are making piles over there, are KFC, Pizza Hut, McDonald with name recognition and beaucoup bucks. They are not selling quality stuffs, what they are selling is the perceived piece of Americana. I know of of one group of Chinese Americans with similar idea, but their concept is more like the Taiwanese group mentioned above. They have a every American name trademarked, New York Coffee??? But they know jack about coffee. That does not mean I think they will fail, it just that they are not selling good coffee. One thing they are pretty smart about is that they will start in smaller secondary market where cost of doing business is cheaper.
Someone once asked Richard Branson what is the secret of be coming a millionair, he replied "start out with a billion, and start an airline". So...if you still want to be a millionair, I can find out (green or roasted??) coffee beans laws for you. My sister-in-law works for an American commodity firm in Shanghai that brings and sells all type of argri-commodities, her sister is a custom broker.
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View entire thread: Formaldehyde in coffee
Posted by ace85driver on 2005-12-30 15:48:32 Post Subject: Formaldehyde in coffee
An acquaintance of mine has been trying to convince me to start buying fresh coffee beans, roast, grind, and brew them myself. His rationale is you get a richer cup of coffee, it’s cheaper, and healthier for you. When I asked him why it’s healthier? He told me many gourmet coffee growers use formaldehyde to keep the beans fresh? Is this true? Also if I start buying raw beans (I guess that’s what they would be called) can I roast them, grind them, and brew them right away? Would I have to let the roasted coffee beans sit for a while before grinding and brewing them?
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Posted by ace85driver on 2005-12-30 15:48:32 Post Subject: Formaldehyde in coffee
An acquaintance of mine has been trying to convince me to start buying fresh coffee beans, roast, grind, and brew them myself. His rationale is you get a richer cup of coffee, it’s cheaper, and healthier for you. When I asked him why it’s healthier? He told me many gourmet coffee growers use formaldehyde to keep the beans fresh? Is this true? Also if I start buying raw beans (I guess that’s what they would be called) can I roast them, grind them, and brew them right away? Would I have to let the roasted coffee beans sit for a while before grinding and brewing them?
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View entire thread: Anyone heard of Coffee AM?
Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-05 11:54:53 Post Subject: Anyone heard of Coffee AM?
Hello Everyone,
I am new to the Forum and new to buying fresh roasted coffee beans. I placed my first order on Friday and can't wait until it's delivered. Has anyone heard of Coffee AM? I live in TN and they are located in GA so there not that far away. I called them to place my first order because I bought 5lbs of flavored coffee (whole bean) and wanted to buy some empty bags so I can divide them up. The lady I spoke with was very nice and helpful. I had to buy a dozen empty bags which was no big deal since they only charged me $1.80 for them. I decided to buy coffee from a roaster because I was paying almost $9.00 for a 12oz bag of Starbucks coffee at my local Walmart. The coffee beans I ordered from Coffee Am was for a 5lb bag of English Toffee for only $27.50 + $5.95 shipping. There shipping charge is $5.95 no matter how much coffee you buy. I hope the coffee will be as good as the price I paid. Which was alot less than I was paying for Starbucks which was probably stale anyway. I love this group. I have gotten a lot of helpful info even before I decided to join and post.
Have a good day all!
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Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-05 11:54:53 Post Subject: Anyone heard of Coffee AM?
Hello Everyone,
I am new to the Forum and new to buying fresh roasted coffee beans. I placed my first order on Friday and can't wait until it's delivered. Has anyone heard of Coffee AM? I live in TN and they are located in GA so there not that far away. I called them to place my first order because I bought 5lbs of flavored coffee (whole bean) and wanted to buy some empty bags so I can divide them up. The lady I spoke with was very nice and helpful. I had to buy a dozen empty bags which was no big deal since they only charged me $1.80 for them. I decided to buy coffee from a roaster because I was paying almost $9.00 for a 12oz bag of Starbucks coffee at my local Walmart. The coffee beans I ordered from Coffee Am was for a 5lb bag of English Toffee for only $27.50 + $5.95 shipping. There shipping charge is $5.95 no matter how much coffee you buy. I hope the coffee will be as good as the price I paid. Which was alot less than I was paying for Starbucks which was probably stale anyway. I love this group. I have gotten a lot of helpful info even before I decided to join and post.
Have a good day all!
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View entire thread: Decorating with Coffee Beans
Posted by Supermanofcoffee on 2007-03-23 14:00:24 Post Subject: Another tips
I would suggest picking out some of the roasted coffee beans before putting them on the table, and rub them hard between two sheets of linen, or other material of similar fabric, so that you''ll know whether or not it will rub off onto the linen sheets.
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Posted by Supermanofcoffee on 2007-03-23 14:00:24 Post Subject: Another tips
I would suggest picking out some of the roasted coffee beans before putting them on the table, and rub them hard between two sheets of linen, or other material of similar fabric, so that you''ll know whether or not it will rub off onto the linen sheets.
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View entire thread: nashville roasters needed
Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-05 14:33:20 Post Subject: Nashville Roaster
I did a google search and found this one. I live in Gallatin, TN just north of Nashville. I bought my first order of roasted coffee beans online friday from a company in Georiga so they should be here soon. If they turn out to be good I will keep buying from them and if not I will give this one a shot.
http://beancentral.com/
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Posted by Tink0952 on 2006-03-05 14:33:20 Post Subject: Nashville Roaster
I did a google search and found this one. I live in Gallatin, TN just north of Nashville. I bought my first order of roasted coffee beans online friday from a company in Georiga so they should be here soon. If they turn out to be good I will keep buying from them and if not I will give this one a shot.
http://beancentral.com/
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View entire thread: Homemade Drinks
Posted by haytoniaho on 2007-01-09 20:16:17 Post Subject:
and last thing..haha sorry for triple-posting:
Be sure to use espresso ground coffee for your espresso machine. It has to be grinded finer than coffee for regular coffee machines. Italian delis usually have already ground coffee for espresso machines and sometimes supermarkets do too. If not just go to a starbucks and ask for them to grind some up for you. And also, Dark-roasted coffee beans are best for espresso.
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Posted by haytoniaho on 2007-01-09 20:16:17 Post Subject:
and last thing..haha sorry for triple-posting:
Be sure to use espresso ground coffee for your espresso machine. It has to be grinded finer than coffee for regular coffee machines. Italian delis usually have already ground coffee for espresso machines and sometimes supermarkets do too. If not just go to a starbucks and ask for them to grind some up for you. And also, Dark-roasted coffee beans are best for espresso.
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View entire thread: Fresh Roast Plus 8 profiles anyone ?
Posted by AJPRATT on 2007-03-13 09:31:10 Post Subject:
Oh, good! Its not just me. I was thinking about sticking the machine on my porch! Glad to hear I'm not nuts for thinking it.
Neighbor stopped by yesterday and asked "What did you burn?"
Of course, I happen to LOVE the scent of freshly roasted coffee beans, "stench" and all! The nerve of some people! LOL
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Posted by AJPRATT on 2007-03-13 09:31:10 Post Subject:
Oh, good! Its not just me. I was thinking about sticking the machine on my porch! Glad to hear I'm not nuts for thinking it.
Neighbor stopped by yesterday and asked "What did you burn?"
Of course, I happen to LOVE the scent of freshly roasted coffee beans, "stench" and all! The nerve of some people! LOL
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View entire thread: Bean samplers on web?
Posted by rkruz on 2004-06-19 22:23:14 Post Subject: Bean samplers on web?
I want to try a variety of roasted beans so that I can buy larger qtys of the flavors I like. Is there a web based store that roasted bean samplers?
Or is there just a good web store to buy roasted coffee beans?
Any thoughts appreiciated.
thank you
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Posted by rkruz on 2004-06-19 22:23:14 Post Subject: Bean samplers on web?
I want to try a variety of roasted beans so that I can buy larger qtys of the flavors I like. Is there a web based store that roasted bean samplers?
Or is there just a good web store to buy roasted coffee beans?
Any thoughts appreiciated.
thank you
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View entire thread: purchasing a roaster in Canada, afterburner needed? customs
Posted by demetri on 2006-11-22 10:38:26 Post Subject:
There are a lot of great Cafe's here, though my two favorite ones have now closed up shop.
There were three high end roasters that have now merged into just one. There are a few other coffee service companies in town that roast their own beans but I wouldn't call them "high quality". They're pretty average.
There was a Melrose Coffee plant in the city that shut down a few years back. It used to be my favorite spot to drive by on my way to school. The aroma of fresh roasted coffee beans was quite invigorating.
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Posted by demetri on 2006-11-22 10:38:26 Post Subject:
There are a lot of great Cafe's here, though my two favorite ones have now closed up shop.
There were three high end roasters that have now merged into just one. There are a few other coffee service companies in town that roast their own beans but I wouldn't call them "high quality". They're pretty average.
There was a Melrose Coffee plant in the city that shut down a few years back. It used to be my favorite spot to drive by on my way to school. The aroma of fresh roasted coffee beans was quite invigorating.
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View entire thread: Can coffee go bad?
Posted by Alice2 on 2006-11-18 13:30:35 Post Subject:
Yep, roasted coffee beans get old, they don't live in Suspended Animation til you grind them (like I used to believe!) From what I have beeen reading from others is it's best the first 5-8 days after being roasted, and after that it gradually loses its quality.
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Posted by Alice2 on 2006-11-18 13:30:35 Post Subject:
Yep, roasted coffee beans get old, they don't live in Suspended Animation til you grind them (like I used to believe!) From what I have beeen reading from others is it's best the first 5-8 days after being roasted, and after that it gradually loses its quality.
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View entire thread: what makes a coffee shop agreeable?
Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-09 16:53:57 Post Subject: coffee shop agreeable?
From a consumer point of view:
There’s value in the experience alone. There’s a small town diner I frequent for breakfast that really just offers plain old home cooking. Their pancakes, waffles and breads suck (I hope they don’t read this), but the cook makes a mean omelette and the service is friendly but not intrusive. It’s twenty minutes from home, but worth the ride.
If it’s a comfortable, warm environment, with friendly service, I’m more likely to stay awhile. If their espresso left much to be desired, I’d find something that I did like and stick to it. I’d ultimately invite others to join me there often.
As for vibe: warm, earthy colors, coffee industry art, coffee mugs for sale, lights not too bright and of course the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans.
No white laminate countertops, no visible stainless steel, no country music and no art deco!
I love this topic and hope to read more of what others look for in their coffee shop experience.
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-01-09 16:53:57 Post Subject: coffee shop agreeable?
From a consumer point of view:
There’s value in the experience alone. There’s a small town diner I frequent for breakfast that really just offers plain old home cooking. Their pancakes, waffles and breads suck (I hope they don’t read this), but the cook makes a mean omelette and the service is friendly but not intrusive. It’s twenty minutes from home, but worth the ride.
If it’s a comfortable, warm environment, with friendly service, I’m more likely to stay awhile. If their espresso left much to be desired, I’d find something that I did like and stick to it. I’d ultimately invite others to join me there often.
As for vibe: warm, earthy colors, coffee industry art, coffee mugs for sale, lights not too bright and of course the smell of freshly roasted coffee beans.
No white laminate countertops, no visible stainless steel, no country music and no art deco!
I love this topic and hope to read more of what others look for in their coffee shop experience.
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View entire thread: Buying beans online
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-06-03 18:34:24 Post Subject:
Just do a google search for fresh roasted coffee beans or simmilar and you will find more online roasters than you could imagine. Just do some surfing while you enjoy a couple cups of coffee and try one that seems to fit what you are looking for!
Have fun!
and remember to
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-06-03 18:34:24 Post Subject:
Just do a google search for fresh roasted coffee beans or simmilar and you will find more online roasters than you could imagine. Just do some surfing while you enjoy a couple cups of coffee and try one that seems to fit what you are looking for!
Have fun!
and remember to
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View entire thread: new web site
Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-04-05 06:14:49 Post Subject:
Rose,
I think that as long as we're still on the topic of the original post, it's okay and things shouldn't get out of control. This topic is still about josip1978's website, www.hot-beverages.com
One of my pet peeves is the use of the word then where than should be used.
An excerpt taken from the hot beverages website:
"The northern people drinks more coffee then anyone". In this case, than should be used, versus then.
Some common examples to remember:
Than - Greater than; less than; better than; worse than.
Then - Until then; before then; and then; and then again.
A pound of green coffee beans does not weigh more than a pound of roasted coffee beans.
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Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-04-05 06:14:49 Post Subject:
Rose,
I think that as long as we're still on the topic of the original post, it's okay and things shouldn't get out of control. This topic is still about josip1978's website, www.hot-beverages.com
One of my pet peeves is the use of the word then where than should be used.
An excerpt taken from the hot beverages website:
"The northern people drinks more coffee then anyone". In this case, than should be used, versus then.
Some common examples to remember:
Than - Greater than; less than; better than; worse than.
Then - Until then; before then; and then; and then again.
A pound of green coffee beans does not weigh more than a pound of roasted coffee beans.
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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: Origin of the word "Espresso"
Posted by redmoose on 2004-12-08 14:10:19 Post Subject:
espresso
/espresso/ (also expresso)
• noun (pl. espressos) strong black coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.
— ORIGIN from Italian caffè espresso ‘pressed out coffee’.
1945, from It. caffe espresso, from espresso "pressed out," from pp. of esprimere, from L. exprimere "press out" (see express).
Espresso is a strong, flavorful coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water through finely ground dark-roasted coffee beans. In Italian, espresso means "pressed out" or "express". The term expresso — used often in the United States, even occasionally on menus — is not correct.
Espresso differs greatly from the common drip brewed coffee drink in its thick concentrated consistency, and robust flavor. Due to its potency, straight espresso (espresso served without sweetener or milk, analogous to black coffee) is considered by some to be an acquired taste, and is served in small amounts called shots. Many coffee aficionados order their single or double with a little glass of cold water to clear the palate. Because the espresso reacts quickly with oxygen, it should be consumed right after brewing.
Espresso is often used as the foundation for other drinks, such as lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, and many more. A key component in the flavor of espresso is a golden foam composed of oils, proteins, and sugars, called crema which floats on the surface.
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Posted by redmoose on 2004-12-08 14:10:19 Post Subject:
espresso
/espresso/ (also expresso)
• noun (pl. espressos) strong black coffee made by forcing steam through ground coffee beans.
— ORIGIN from Italian caffè espresso ‘pressed out coffee’.
1945, from It. caffe espresso, from espresso "pressed out," from pp. of esprimere, from L. exprimere "press out" (see express).
Espresso is a strong, flavorful coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water through finely ground dark-roasted coffee beans. In Italian, espresso means "pressed out" or "express". The term expresso — used often in the United States, even occasionally on menus — is not correct.
Espresso differs greatly from the common drip brewed coffee drink in its thick concentrated consistency, and robust flavor. Due to its potency, straight espresso (espresso served without sweetener or milk, analogous to black coffee) is considered by some to be an acquired taste, and is served in small amounts called shots. Many coffee aficionados order their single or double with a little glass of cold water to clear the palate. Because the espresso reacts quickly with oxygen, it should be consumed right after brewing.
Espresso is often used as the foundation for other drinks, such as lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, and many more. A key component in the flavor of espresso is a golden foam composed of oils, proteins, and sugars, called crema which floats on the surface.
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View entire thread: I want to roast & sell from home - why not?
Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-09-08 04:35:30 Post Subject:
Lachris, thanks for following up on your new coffee adventure.
Does your set up include selling bags of your freshly roasted coffee beans at the farmers' market as well? Say 8 - 16oz bags? You could possibly even grind the beans at the market for customers who don't have grinders at home.
Also, you mentioned pouring coffees the day after roasting - I've noticed that most of my coffees get even better, more well rounded flavors, after a few days from the roast date.....
Congratulations and keep us posted!
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Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-09-08 04:35:30 Post Subject:
Lachris, thanks for following up on your new coffee adventure.
Does your set up include selling bags of your freshly roasted coffee beans at the farmers' market as well? Say 8 - 16oz bags? You could possibly even grind the beans at the market for customers who don't have grinders at home.
Also, you mentioned pouring coffees the day after roasting - I've noticed that most of my coffees get even better, more well rounded flavors, after a few days from the roast date.....
Congratulations and keep us posted!
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View entire thread: First post, opening a shop, need roaster help...
Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-07-24 21:06:10 Post Subject:
GeorgeW, you will have your hands full building your shop! I would suggest finding a roaster that is in the business, take care of the roasting. There are a few of roasters who offer free shipping and keep the prices at a reasonable $ for FRESH ROASTED coffee beans.
Use the internet to do some searches and you will find a lot of roasters that ship within 24 hours of roasting!
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Posted by ourcoffeebarn on 2005-07-24 21:06:10 Post Subject:
GeorgeW, you will have your hands full building your shop! I would suggest finding a roaster that is in the business, take care of the roasting. There are a few of roasters who offer free shipping and keep the prices at a reasonable $ for FRESH ROASTED coffee beans.
Use the internet to do some searches and you will find a lot of roasters that ship within 24 hours of roasting!
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View entire thread: POLL: WHAT'S WRONG WITH STARBUCKS?
Posted by EspressoSue on 2004-10-19 12:23:42 Post Subject:
Starbucks doctors their beans. I believe that none of their varieties are 100% purely roasted coffee beans. Check out different varieties you'll find that they are either fuzzy, are coated with some other substance or are unnaturally oily. This is true for thier regular blends and not just their flavored coffees. Geeze, maybe it's like cigarette companies adding stuff to tobacco to make it more addictive.
Anyway, Starbucks coffee gives me a stomach ache! I've heard other people complain that it gives them the runs....
I like Dunkin Donuts coffee. They don't jazz up their regular blend. It's mellow, easy to digest and has a nice kick. I have had better coffee but Dunkin Donuts coffee offers a consistent cup, is affordable, accessable and they toast their bagles!
What was that? Did I hear the coffee extremists breathe out a collective 'gasp' of disgust?
Oh well. To each our own. 
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Posted by EspressoSue on 2004-10-19 12:23:42 Post Subject:
Starbucks doctors their beans. I believe that none of their varieties are 100% purely roasted coffee beans. Check out different varieties you'll find that they are either fuzzy, are coated with some other substance or are unnaturally oily. This is true for thier regular blends and not just their flavored coffees. Geeze, maybe it's like cigarette companies adding stuff to tobacco to make it more addictive.
Anyway, Starbucks coffee gives me a stomach ache! I've heard other people complain that it gives them the runs....
I like Dunkin Donuts coffee. They don't jazz up their regular blend. It's mellow, easy to digest and has a nice kick. I have had better coffee but Dunkin Donuts coffee offers a consistent cup, is affordable, accessable and they toast their bagles!
What was that? Did I hear the coffee extremists breathe out a collective 'gasp' of disgust?
Oh well. To each our own.
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