https://coffeeforum.org.au/ Tue, 23 Feb 2021 11:10:41 +0000 en New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. — Coffee Forum https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6506/audiophile-barista Tue, 18 Feb 2020 12:43:39 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Jackula 6506@/discussions
My name is Jack and I'm an audiophile from Melbourne. It seems many audiophiles eventually turn into coffeephiles for our love of tweaking and staying up late at night, and I'm one of them.

My wife and I have actually been wanting to own an espresso machine for at least a year, but our priority was always paying off the house and then upgrading my audio (well more my priority than hers). We've done both and finally bought my first coffee machine two months ago from KBean.

I had researched extensively what I had wanted for my first coffee machine - Lelit Elizabeth, but I ended up with the Lelit Mara that Paul had suggested. I didn't even know the Mara had existed and researching the E61 made me realise how much I would've regretted if I had gone down my initial path of the semi automatic. The fully manual Mara is a tweaker's wet dream

In my spare time I enjoy listening to music, playing badminton and woodworking. I'm here because I'm looking to be part of an apolitical coffee community, to learn new things on coffee and share experiences.

See you around!]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6423/im-new-here Mon, 10 Sep 2018 05:07:22 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Phuture1 6423@/discussions ]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6481/vibration-damage-when-commuting-with-trailer Thu, 27 Jun 2019 15:55:31 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Dezzie 6481@/discussions What innovative ideas are out there to mitigate damage?

Thanks
Dezzie]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/1349/im-new-here Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:36:32 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. admin 1349@/discussions
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Ive a business idea doing a mobile coffee run in the morning  between the hours noted above. Located on a peninsula with a population of approx 500 residents. Ive an ordering system that doesnt require collecting money, preorders each customers preferred drink and can give an ETA of 5min. Im in the process of conducting a survey to assess if the locals would make this a viable business opportunity. Im reaching out to those who may have done a similar business model and what challenges you have faced to provide a different angle on  things.

Thanks
Dezzie]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6439/new-moderator Tue, 20 Nov 2018 20:27:53 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. admin 6439@/discussions
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A]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6431/driving-with-generator-on Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:17:19 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. coffeetogo 6431@/discussions Looking for some advice is it safe to drive with a petrol generator on?]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6410/advice-on-best-most-reliable-super-automatic-machine Thu, 28 Jun 2018 15:59:36 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Koffee_Kosmo 6410@/discussions What is the Best & most reliable super automatic coffee machine
So possibly a commercial sponsor can get in touch with me to pass on details

Will need 2 units for Brisbane branch

Staff - 200

Currently using 2 X Double sided Nespresso machines

KK

]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6404/new-member Mon, 04 Jun 2018 22:32:57 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. warmtone 6404@/discussions Currently looking to upgrade my VBM Domobar Super. Also considering having a go at roasting! ]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6409/hello-everyone Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:17:56 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. heart11 6409@/discussions
I'm Harriet a newbie to the forum, it feels great to be a member of this forum. I have been roasting for some years now but I hope to learn more here at Coffeeforum. Thanks]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6406/hello-and-help Fri, 15 Jun 2018 06:27:27 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Philrod 6406@/discussions Thank you for allowing me in your group! It's so cool that this exsis.
I have a Krups XP6180. It needs at least the group head seal. I've read that it's the same machine as the Sunbeam EM6910. Does anybody know if this is true? And if I can use that seal? I have not been able to find the Krups seal.
Thank you!!]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6390/hello-from-denmark-i-am-conducting-a-uni-project Tue, 01 May 2018 20:25:13 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. jonathannoer 6390@/discussions
We are 5 Danish students who are currently conducting a uni project on Starbucks and Australian coffee preferences, and would like if some of you would answer this short survey  :coffee2:

https://www.survey-xact.dk/LinkColle...y=THQV9R2ZCK16

Thanks!

Best regards
Rositaa, Josefine, Katrine, Tesi and Jonathan]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6380/hello-from-brazil-family-coffee-farm Fri, 13 Apr 2018 00:31:43 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. pedrohedutra 6380@/discussions
I'm Pedro from Brazil. We are a family run farm producing specialty coffee and micro-lots using sustainable and artisanal methods.

I'm here to learn and share some knowledges about coffee. Who have ever been to a coffee farm?

Thx.

Pedro Dutra
Fazendas Dutra Specialty Coffee

Instagram.com/fazendasdutra
]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6384/good-morning-from-switzerland Sun, 15 Apr 2018 11:01:49 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. bravo.palombini 6384@/discussions i live and work in switzerland - not in the coffee business but in healthcare.
i am addicted to good espresso - so always experimenting and interested in new ideas how to improve.
my equipment:
nuvoa simonelli oscar
mazzer mini
londinium r

i am looking forward to exchange ideas with you people

cheers christian

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]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6366/new-here Tue, 20 Feb 2018 12:01:03 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. coffeeman 6366@/discussions
Glad to be here. This looks to be a pretty fun community.

So a little bit about myself. Never worked as a barista but have alwasys loved coffee. Gre up in a coffee drinking culture where every meetup with family and mates would result in a trip to the closet cafe or coffee shop. As the years went by, my appreciation for the depth of coffee expanded and I have tried my hands at coffee roasting at home a few times (nothing fancy, just a stove top and a popcorn maker).

So an amazing oppurtunity presented itself a few days ago. A local coffee roaster invied me in for a chat and an interview. He reckons that they may have a spot opening up for roaster in a few months time and he'll be in touch again then. This would honestly be a dream come true but... there is always a but. I am building a new home (should be ready in 4 months they reckon), and a baby on the way. So I'll have mouths to feed and a mortgage to pay.

My dilema is not what the paycheck will be looking like this year, rather, what are carreer growth oppurtunities in this field, and how do I avoid getting stuck at the same position and pay rate in say 5 years time.  I am in marketing at the moment and there is a career path before me. But being a roaster would be a dream come true. Unfortunately at this stage in life, I need to be fairly certain that if I take the plunge, there is a viable career path ahead of me. Is being a coffee roaster a viable career choice or would I need to look into owning my own roasting house in the future?

I'm hoping there are some professional roasters on the forum who may be able to provide some advice. So yeah. Great to be here, and I would love any advice I could get.

Cheers!
coffeeman]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6361/new-here-amp-new-to-making-coffee-at-home Wed, 07 Feb 2018 13:41:36 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. JamesH84 6361@/discussions
I'm the proud owner of a just purchased second hand Sunbeam EM6910 coffee machine and EM0480 grinder (I'm told these were sold together as a package brand new). I bought it last night for a steal and have spent a few hours cleaning both pieces of machinery. I have also just purchased a bag of beans (Niccolo house blend, my friend is a barrista and can get me these beans at cost so I thought why not).
I have gone on youtube and looked up how to work the EM6910 and I've got a fair idea where to start.

Having said all that, I'm a bit confused on how to setup the grinder. I know the EM0480 is basic and the pro's wouldn't use it but it's all I've got for now, should I set it to fine or semi fine for espresso?

Can anyone else give me some pointers on how to tamper and how I should setup the timing of the shot? I have reset the machine back to factory default (previous owner had changed water pressure and timing settings) is it as simple as trial and error?

Any info would be greatly appreciated!]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6342/african-filtered-coffee Sat, 18 Nov 2017 13:03:54 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Eric Elevera 6342@/discussions
This was 2014 and ppl said it was the best brewed/filtered African coffee in Brisbane

Please help]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6336/hey-all-emoji16 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 23:10:45 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. SPA50 6336@/discussions
I'm new to the coffee machine scene and have my heart set on a Lelit kate [emoji173]️

I'm looking forward to learning a whole heap of awesome coffee things [emoji23]

Cheers,

Will

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]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6330/hi-there Mon, 09 Oct 2017 19:32:12 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. NickC 6330@/discussions
My first post to the forum, so a quick intro... I spent a few years home roasting and for the last 9 months have started selling coffee at farmers markets on the weekends and a bit online. I also drink coffee. That just about covers everything.

Although for the gear freaks... I roast on a 1kg electric drum roaster, although use my Behmor for sample roasting. Lately I've been brewing mainly using my Flair manual espresso maker which I love, but also use the Aeropress quite a lot. I use both of these at the farmers markets to give people samples. I have a great Quamar grinder that I bought from Paul, aka @K_Bean_Coffee, but find myself using my Porlex hand grinder just as often as it's very convenient for the "two long blacks" cupping method. Very occasionally I'll make a pourover with my Alto Air Dripper but I find it makes a pretty weak cup. I have a couple of great insulated plungers which get used sometimes and a Via Venezia which doesn't get a lot of use now that I have the Flair.

Right now my focus is on cupping as many coffees as possible using the simple "two long blacks" method. I'd love to team up with like minded people to get my hands on as many 50 gram samples as possible, either by swapping or splitting up 250g bags.

Cheers
Nick


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    I roast in a machine that Heath Robinson and myself designed, incorporating a champagne bucket for the beans, an Ozito hot air gun for the heat and a motor off a 1960's photocopier for the stirring. It does a kilo at a time which is more that I can drink and keep things fresh.
    As an aside, I also have a 50L brewery for that other beverage, but that's another forum.
    I joined this forum for selfish reasons as the Cimbali disappeared in a cloud of smoke and a loud pop. It turned out that a large capacitor connected to the pump failed gloriously. I removed the remains and the machine still runs the same. I wish to discover the function of this capacitor and its importance. Perhaps somebody can advise me which part of the forum I should go for advice.
Cheers.]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6313/kitchen-complete Mon, 04 Sep 2017 18:38:17 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Paulmac 6313@/discussions https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6306/new-machine-on-the-way-peeing-my-pants Wed, 30 Aug 2017 14:51:22 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Paulmac 6306@/discussions

Just ordered myself a Profitec 700!  I've upgraded from a nasty little Nespresso\Delonghi pod thingy with a froffy tube on the side that wouldn't blow the dust off a cushion......  Sooo I'm a tad excited for it's arrival... Tomorrow hopefully.  To keep it company I've also ordered the Profitec Pro T64 Grinder so should be a nice match.

Looking forward to soaking up some experience from seasoned brewers.  I think I've watched more youtube videos on how to get it right but I'm sure there's no substitute for getting your hands dirty and learning from mistakes.

All the best... Paul]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6305/new-to-the-forum-from-coffeesnobs Tue, 29 Aug 2017 22:16:34 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. InspectorGadget 6305@/discussions
I suppose it is only right to introduce myself.

My name is Grant and I have been a member of CoffeeSnobs for 12 years which has been really good. I Paul from K Bean is now on this forum (I bought a nice Macap from him last year) so I thought well why not come across and belong to two forums.

I've been roasting coffee for a long time and I have a Hottop which is 12 years old now and hasn't missed a beat in all that time. Fantastic.

I do like equipment. My last espresso machine was a Bezzera BZ-40P and I had that for 12 years as well. Fantastic but the time had come to replace it so I got a nice new Wega Mini Nova Classic. Lovely machine E61 group and all is good. I like plumbed in machines as it save so much trouble in the long term.

My grinder is a Macap M4D which I have had a year and is a great unit, perfect size, solid and looks great.

I temporarily, my wife advised me, have a Mazzer Robur grinder in the kitchen. I just bought it out of curiosity. I only just got it on the weekend and so far really like it. It is a doser model and I've decided a good doser is actually quite a good thing. Powerful, quiet (sort of) and gives an amazing fluffy grind. I'm not sure yet whether the flavour is much different from the Macap though.

The Robur will get sold shortly...

I like having meet ups with like minded people and over the years have hosted CoffeeSnob members here in Woodvale at my home.




]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6300/hello-coffeeforum Sat, 19 Aug 2017 21:31:03 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. CoffeeinMyCup 6300@/discussions
I will start off by saying I am not a coffee aficionado. That isn't to say I don't like coffee as I love it. I will brew a cup as soon as I wake up and my last cup will usually be poured around 10/11 at night. I am just not into the whole brewing side of things but I would like to be. When I was growing up we only had a drip coffee machine from Black and Decker, it wasn't until my mom brought me to Starbucks one time that I knew there was more to coffee. I now own a french press, a Vietnamese drip, and a pour over that I use interchangeably. Now I just need to learn how to use them all better, which is why I came to here ]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6295/new-hx-machine-grinder-ideally-transportable Mon, 31 Jul 2017 08:20:26 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. Taz B 6295@/discussions
I'm new to the forum, and was referred by Paul from KBean who I visited a few weeks ago.
I saw the CIME co-01 in action at his showroom and was very impressed. Not in a hurry to buy - sometime in the next month or so, earlier if the right deal comes along.

I am in the market for a quality espresso machine + grinder that can produce 2-3 coffees on weekdays (mix of black and milky), and 4-5/day on weekends. For entertaining we may do around 10 at a time, around once a month or so. For these requirements, I think I'm looking at a HX machine and suitable grinder to match. Happy to hear other suggestions. I'm upgrading from a pod machine - so no comparison - I just want something that will last 20yrs (ideally) and not require upgrading (I hope!)

I have recently also thought that it would also be useful to be able to transport the machine between different locations. We often go away for the weekend (around once a month) to the peninsula, and also co-host small gatherings at family's places nearby (again once a month-ish) - in both instances would be great to be able to take the machine with us. If this is completely impractical please tell me (and also why), otherwise I will make weight, size, and general transportability one of the buying criteria.

Based on this, the CIME co-01, impressive as it is, comes in on the heavier side at around 34kg. No other major drawbacks that I could tell - just lacks some of the fit and finish of top-end brands. There's an upcoming CIME co-11 which is smaller and cheaper (20kg according to CIME's website). Main drawback of co-11 is the lack of a hot water tap: Not so much for the hot water itself (though useful occasionally), but because the boiler can't be drained, at least not without opening up the unit. I don't know if this is an issue in practice - e.g. if we're away for a month and then want to use steam, will the 'old' water be an issue?

Of course, I'm open to suggestions on other brands and machines, and I have not had time to visit anywhere else just yet.

Thanks everyone! I look forward to the ongoing discussion.]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6291/hello-coffee-peeps Sat, 29 Jul 2017 08:24:26 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. fg1972 6291@/discussions
Nice to see quite a few familiar names here.
I've been a coffee enthusiast for around 15 years.
People often ask me things about "good coffee". In my opinion, that's a personal preference.
My particular style is authentic Italian espresso which for me means less latte art, fruit, flowers, sourness and more bittersweet dark chocolate, caramel, nuts and body.
My current set up is a plumbed in Rocket Evo, Mazzer mini electronic type A and a fully restored La Pavoni Europiccola 1976.
I've been roasting as a hobby for around 5 years also supplying friends and family on a fully customised computer controlled corretto roaster.
I have a detailed build thread for the roaster on another forum but am in the process of putting it into a blog which I'll share here once it's done. I'm also in the process of upgrading to a small 1-2 kg commercial roaster, more on that in another thread once I get around to it.
Cheerz
]]> https://coffeeforum.org.au/discussion/6231/new-to-the-forum Wed, 15 Feb 2017 21:22:37 +0000 New Here? Drop in and Say Hi. brent_r_87 6231@/discussions So I'm new to the forum but have been on the espresso coffee train for about 6ish years. After beginning my journey with several cheap machines that kept failing I'm happy to say I've now upgraded to a Lelit PL41TEM a few weeks ago and a brand new Quamar Q50P grinder which arrived today! From the browsing I've done the forum it seems like everyone is nice and friendly looking forward to continuing the coffee education.


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LeroyC and Kbean look familiar.........

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