Recent content by leancrayon1

Yeah, I was looking at the reviews, and they're very split. What I've noticed is that really hardcore espresso gurus don't like it, but these may very well be the same people with the $2000 machines and top of the line everything. For me, I just want something to somewhat replicate a starbucks...

Hey any of you who are new out there and looking to find the best espresso machine (or first machine) for your money, I found one that is the best deal I've seen. I originally played with it in a store and really liked what I saw; Its a Krups model: xp4030 and its list price is about $240...

Hey, good news! I was walking through Fred Meyer today just getting some clothes, and walked by the espresso machine stuff. After I saw this machine (its a Krups xp4030) and compared it side by side with the one I got, I was blown away. It was a $250 dollar machine, and compared to the one...

Well, Today I went ahead and made my decision. I did end up just buying the cheap little Mr. Coffee model, because it serves the purpose for now. However, I decided to order the capresso infinity grinder as you suggested, so I will be getting a nice even grind to use in my rather sub-par...

Youtube instructional videos. I'm telling the truth, just go onto youtube and search how to latte art. There they have instructional videos that show the process in detail.

Yes, I was actually looking online at purchasing a Gaggia conical burr grinder, but they are somewhat pricy. I myself am only a high school senior, so I don't have copious sums to spend on my coffee habit, but I'm doing what I can. That is why I was looking at the Mr Coffee ECMP 50, because it...

Excellent, glad to hear it. I just like to apply high standards of writing and pay respect to those who supply me with my information. To the future flow of well composed information; cheers! -Lean

Huh... alright, definitely something to consider, I was already planning on getting a really nice grinder actually, so hell, why not just go all out on the espresso machine. Thanks man.

I believe starbucks has recently started selling their coffee roasts in pre-packaged pods as well. You can now turn to them for more flavors and roasts than senseo offers you.

Well, This post was quite old, but, free coffee? I like free. I'll do a survey for you. -Leancrayon

If you are looking for an excellent, high quality coffee club to join, for a fee, Gevalia will welcome you. If you sign up for their program for an initial $15 they give you 2 1lb boxes of coffee and a nice drip machine. After that, you can log into your account and select how often you want...

I'd like to pose a question: If you go through caffeine withdrawal when you stop intaking caffeine, well then, perhaps just intake it all the time? That's what I do anyways, and it works very well for me. It keeps my scores high, and my thoughts positive. Don't worry about the nasty physical...

Greetings coffee connoisseurs, This is my first post to the forums, so bear with me. But I've been drinking coffee for a long time now, and essentially, I'm tired of dropping 3-4 dollars on a latte each day, and by my calculations, I will be able to save money drinking one homemade latte...

Greetings jeffbruce, I'm familiar with those effects that you speak of, and unfortunately, I do not believe that one CAN alter the course of caffeine's effect on the body. As you know, caffeine is a heavy stimulant, it increases the speed and productivity of the brain, and therefore many...