Coffee

[Snowy]

Thanks Gents, I was wondering if I'd just made a dedicated video for Finn, which would have been fine, but a little odd upon my reflection.

All the best (and still loving it!!!)

[urbanwoodsman]

FYI
If you own the Bonavita 1-Liter Variable Gooseneck Kettle check the inside for rust or any discoloration. I noticed mine had some rust a few months ago. I did a little research and saw that it was a known issue. All I had to do was make a warranty claim to bonavita and show them pics of the rust. I received a new kettle today. To my surprise, it's a new larger 1.7L version. I'm assuming they are phasing out the old design. Anyways, great customer service. Also, they didn't mention anything about returning the old one. So if anyone wants it and is fine with having rust inside(not sure the health/taste issues haha) you can have it.

This is the first one. https://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/bonavita-electric-gooseneck-variable-temperature-kettle

This is the one they sent as a replacement. https://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/bonavita-1-7l-variable-temperature-electric-gooseneck-kettle?gdftrk=gdfV25576_a_7c1994_a_7c7459_a_7cCKE333D0120&gclid=Cj0KEQiA6JemBRC5tYLRwYGcwosBEiQANA3IBw-qPl9pYC5BhBTEiUQZwRaF1l62UiAaL78-ysBCBoIaAv_B8P8HAQ

[Snowy]

Defo, think MCL was in as well.

I'm just a bit all over the shop at the moment so not really in a position to send/receive for a few more months.

[private eyes]

Hey all, Snowy told me about this thread, I didn't know existed. Im a coffee director, training baristas, and among other things, I choose what coffees are purchased based on my notes . If anyone has any questions, I can probably answer much.

Heres a little tip for coffee lovers. The new Ecuador Juan Pena from Square One Coffee http://www.squareonecoffee.com/coffee-offerings3/guatemala-la-laguna

I've tasted hundreds of coffees, and this one of one of the most unique, especially for the price (I've had $200/lb coffees) It has a strong walnut flavor, low acidity , similar to grilled grapefruit. It hits on everything you want in a coffee. Good acidity, good body, clarity, defined flavor, some nutty, some floral and sweet. Its really something special.

[Snowy]

@private eyes Welcome!

I'd love to hear more from behind the scenes, the green bean, to cupping, to roast, to sale and make is something I can never get far away from. I've associated with coffee buyers/roaster/retailers for around 10 years now, and STILL can't get enough from the industry. I love it equally to denim, if possible :).

[Snowy]

Whilst chatting, How do you find Kalita? Worth it over the V60 and or cuppled with Able Brewing Kone??? I know it's easier to start out with, but what the difference in taste profile? Is it worth it??

Dare we ask where you are located??

[private eyes]

Im in Baltimore Maryland. The kalita I think is the best brewing method. Its a flat bottom, so you have a even layer of coffee grounds , with a even bed of water sitting on top. The v60 or chemex are cone shape, so everything is sitting on top of each other, all trying to get through that tip. The kalita is very easy to use too, just keep that bed of water, and you'll be good.

With metal filters, I don't really like the sediment that gets through. I love that the kalita filters are thin, I think the chemex filters are way too thick, and take too much of the good body and oils from the coffee.

[mclaincausey]

Giving this Corvus one a shot,  I've had 3 magnificent single source of theirs, first blend I'm trying. East African blend, seems like Aeropress and pourover will be appropriate methods.

Here she is poured over. Nicely bright one on this dreary day. Substantial body for the acidity but goes down lightly. Kind of moves from fresh orange to milk chocolate flavored pipe tobacco through your palate with a lingering sourness at the edges. Another great bag from Corvus. Chasing it with fine mezcal is quite a journey.

[private eyes]

Ive never seen a coffee described as "starchy"

[Snowy]

Could that be the body it's talking about as starchy more so than taste profile?

Thanks for the feedback on the KW PI.

I agree that the Chemex filters strip a lot of the goodness. The Kone, I find once the grind is dialed in to have a great profile and very little sediment. Particle size is far larger than for paper-based filters.

I do really enjoy the Chemex profile on weekend. That lightness makes me feel lighter, which on a weekend, is exactly what I want. The bodys and oils on a weekend, man they need to hit my cup, not a filter.

Thanks for the KW facts. I keep hearing it, but never in comparison to anything else. Will pick one up next time I see one.

[mclaincausey]

That's my theory guys. It has a nice body, even if I'm not sure what they mean. Looking forward to trying Aeropress to see how she thickens up.

[private eyes]

When it comes to body, its either described as silky, or syrupy . When they say starchy, i think they're trying to describe the taste of bread, which I sometimes pick up on. Same thing when roasters describe coffee as "oaky, woody, dark molasses , smokey" thats the roast profile, usually because the coffee didn't taste very good roasted lighter.

[mclaincausey]

For me starchy would first connote rice,  potatoes, or pasta. I think of bread as yeasty.

[private eyes]

yeah , either way, its not a taste found in good coffee. I don't think I'd list that if I was in charge of that roastery…

[xtcclassic]

Stopped by Sump last week for the first time in a couple months. Stellar as usual, and I love the new wallpaper…

[xtcclassic]

Back again…

[summ3rhays]

First time trying a Cuban coffee. Sweet, but good.

[Snowy]

The crema on that is a pretty big red flag for me without understanding what's the dealio with Cuban coffee….

Confusing as posted, Versailles as a registered trademark for a Cuban restaurant, as apposed to something French. wowser

[Snowy]

Beans look like a strong robusta / very gassy.

What's the brewing method/info on Cuban???

[mclaincausey]

Pre-revolutionary, I presume.