My 4th and 5th sentences and this should explain, maybe...I thought it came from Yemen: https://pod.link/1553744133/episode/d849b86dacb2a54bec9729a16b75ff67
Like horseshoes and hand grenades.
My 4th and 5th sentences and this should explain, maybe...I thought it came from Yemen: https://pod.link/1553744133/episode/d849b86dacb2a54bec9729a16b75ff67
Ah yes.My 4th and 5th sentences and this should explain, maybe...
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Like horseshoes and hand grenades.
If you haven't had a good SL28, you are missing out. Something like George Howell Mamuto AA is stunningly good. Bad espresso coffee, amazing filter.What exactly is wrong with the 80+ pages of/about coffee, right here at ASR?
And if I may add; here are some other factoids; some contrary to the book.
@SIY once told us about 'Ethiopian' and all I can say is "OMG, he was right!" and thanks to him, now I know why!
Ethiopian Coffee
*Ethiopia is the birthplace of the coffee plant. It’s been here since prehistoric times, and all the arabica coffee that grows in Asia and Latin America can actually trace its roots back to East Africa. Coffee is said to hail from the Kaffa-region. Hence, the name: coffee.
*While the rest of the world’s coffee, to a certain extent, is derived from the few plants that were stolen from Yemen back in the days, there is a substantial genetic variation among the coffee plants in Ethiopia.
*The current ‘most expensive coffee in the world’ is an example of this. Geisha was brought from Ethiopia to Latin America [Panama?] in the 19th Century – initially as a potential disease resistant crop. However, it was later discovered that it tasted, unlike any other coffee with its notes of jasmine, peach, and bergamot.
*There are three main [and distinct Ethiopian coffee] regions:
• Harar
• Sidamo
• Yirgacheffe
*This is also how the Ethiopians themselves like to think about the coffee. In fact, the country has trademarked the names, and once even had a legal battle with Starbucks over its exploitation of this Ethiopian heritage.
*Harar, however, seems to have fallen out of favor with Western roasters. It’s not as common as it used to be. This region is typically associated with notes of blueberry – which if you’re a real coffee geek – is one of the ultimate flavors.
*Sidamo (or “Sidama” which is actually the correct name) is ubiquitous. Really, this zone is immense to the point, that there can be significant changes in taste. However, the beans are typically packed with fruity notes and light chocolate. This is also where some of the highest grown coffee can be found with a typical altitude of 1400-2200 masl.
*Yirgacheffe is the smallest region, but it’s also the most famous one. It is more or less a part of Sidamo. The coffee coming out of these few villages comprising the Yirgacheffe area is some of the most amazing, sweet and floral coffee in the world. >Link<
*No matter how you analyze it, the rare Geisha bean from Panama comes out on top (and most expensive coffee at auctions)
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*Rankings (Hi-to-Lo): Panama, Ethiopia, Hawaii, Colombia, Indonesia, Guatemala, ElSalvador, Kenyan
*Cupping scores (Hi-to-Lo): Geisha, Pacamera, Bourbon, Typica, SL8, SL34, Catuai, Caturra >Link<
It has also been said that the Brazilian coffee industry is more interested in quantity rather than quality.
IMHO: Blended beans just complicate the simple enjoyment.
don't forget Kofi Annan*Ethiopia is the birthplace of the coffee plant. It’s been here since prehistoric times, and all the arabica coffee that grows in Asia and Latin America can actually trace its roots back to East Africa. Coffee is said to hail from the Kaffa-region. Hence, the name: coffee.
A lot of people swear by it, but personally I'm not a fan. You need much finer grinds than pour-over/french press, but not as fine as espresso.Has anyone used aeropress? How do you like it? what grinder do you pair with it?
Almost pull the trigger on one. I already have proper espresso setup at home but thinking about "on the go"
I have one, but I find it's too much of a palaver for use out and about. You ideally need a bit of space and a flat surface for it. I also prefer a metal filter, rather than the paper ones supplied with it.Has anyone used aeropress? How do you like it? what grinder do you pair with it?
Almost pull the trigger on one. I already have proper espresso setup at home but thinking about "on the go"
Not exactly outside, more like "on the go", like in a hotel room or at my parent house.I have one, but I find it's too much of a palaver for use out and about. You ideally need a bit of space and a flat surface for it. I also prefer a metal filter, rather than the paper ones supplied with it.
For outdoor use I have one of these, it's much lighgter, more compact and easier to use: https://primulaproducts.com/products/coffee-brew-buddy
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I have an Aeropress and like the coffee it makes, but is a bit of a production compared with my usual pour over. I much prefer coffee made with paper filters.Has anyone used aeropress? How do you like it? what grinder do you pair with it?
Almost pull the trigger on one. I already have proper espresso setup at home but thinking about "on the go"
There is an official Aeropress metal filter: https://aeropress.com/products/aeropress-stainless-steel-reusable-filterNot exactly outside, more like "on the go", like in a hotel room or at my parent house.
I already bought some paper filters (was on great discount and I need one more item for 20% off). Will look at the metal one. Is it official?
There is no doubt that StarBucks will be way up in a polling; if you can figure out how to insert one in this thread.We have yet to open that marvelous pandora's box of the worst coffees ever....
If you think StarBucks is bad, you have clearly never experienced:There is no doubt that StarBucks will be way up in a polling
Isn't that the brown uncut heroin being smuggled from south of the border? Yeah, the 'mild' and the 'mellow' kind.
Fabulous! I grew up in NoVA and remember these commercials well. Hilarious, and violent indeed!Vaguely on topic, fans of the Muppets will be delighted at this early stuff from Jim Hensen. These were local ads for a local brand when I was a kid. They are astoundingly violent and hilarious.
Wowzerz. Lucky you having the bean right across the valley. I'm sure it is delicious and realllly fresh.Owner - and friend - Carol Cardinale-Santana delivered a kilo of medium roast Vista Encanto a couple of days ago ($25 delivered, roasted this week). It was grown on the mountain-top across the Boquete Valley in an area that I can see from my window as I sit at my computer typing this comment. This batch of the 2021-2022 harvest is random blend of three arabica varietals - Caturra, Catuai and Geisha. I will start using it next week when I finish my bag of Palmira Gold.
I brew with a Technivorm Moccamaster One-Cup or Hario a cold-brewer. Fresh medium-roast cold brew can be heated to drinking temperature in a microwave oven for as great cup of low-acid coffee that preserves the wonderful complexity of mountain-grown arabica varietals. Old brewed coffee and overheating are what destroy the wonderful essence of such good coffee.