Recent content by Jay_Raz

I the grind quality will be much better with the Vario.

Just to leave some closure for the thread. I just purchased a Refurbished Baratza Vario. Was trying for some second-hand commercial equipment but kept getting outbid on ebay or had to deal with dopes off of craigslist.

After falling deeper into the rabbit hole, I've decided to dedicate the next year or so to developing my coffee knowledge, skills, and appreciation. My goal is still to open either a kiosk, espresso bar, or possible drive-thru location. So deciding on products is going to be some time off. I...

SCAM!!! But hey, the guy with newly created account can vouch for them :decaf: Or maybe I should say more like a Pyramid Scheme.

Don't have time till later to fully research the hand grinders, so I'll pop out a few questions. Which I can possibly answer later as per my impending mental breakdown. How well do the hand grinders work, and how does the grind compare to higher end grinders? What price range would I be...

What do you mean by "static wreaking havoc on grinding" Are you referring to the grinds clogging up the grinder? One other question, do you find the operating heat from the equipment alone to be sufficient enough during the winter or do you see a need to provide additional heat?

Alright, scratch all the questions regarding the Breville. It looks like I just jumped my price range up and looking now into the Baratza line. Found some really great reviews comparing all the models in their line. For what I want, seems like I'm going to have to be willing to pay more for...

Okay, so I've watched some videos and read some more reviews on the Breville. My question is regarding this machine. Once you install the shim kit to receive a fine enough grind for espresso, are the coarse settings on the machine now not coarse enough for french press and vacuum pots?

I'm looking for a conical burr grinder. One that will be suitable for espresso, french press, an vacuum pots. I'm considering the Breville Smart Grinder $199 the Smart Grinder I would appreciate some opinions on this machine and some other suggestions for grinders within the same price...

Hey Shadow, May I ask what kind of outdoor operation you're running? Any weather related issues that have occurred that you weren't expecting?

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Great idea about keeping the storage water at a higher temperature, hadn't thought of that one. Blocking the wind wouldn't be too hard to accomplish. Could accomplish both of those suggestions at once with the proper design/setup. Create an enclosure shared by the water supply and espresso...

How does operating in colder weather affect espresso machines operating ability and quality of the pulls? Say if the machine was located on a cart at a football stadium in late fall / early winter. I don't fully understand, but am aware that ambient temperature, humidity, and barometric...

Did receive a response from Stalk Market, felt it should have been easier to get information or a hold of someone. They forwarded my contact info to the distributor for my area. They stated he is in midst of traveling, so response might be delayed. Understandable, but still have an uneasy...

Good afternoon folks, I'm in the process of preparing my business plan for a coffee kiosk located in SW Pennsylvania / West Virginia. I am at the point where I am determining my product line and costs. I am currently researching PLA and Post Consumer Fiber Cups, Lids, Straws, Food...