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Post by Tim on Feb 20, 2018 11:14:30 GMT
Can you recommend a small grinder to do a mug-at-a-time? A Porlex, I have a Porlex Tall, but the mini may do. Very well regarded and great for travel, I take mine on trips with whole beans and the aeropress. Don't buy a Hario Glass Grinder, horrible to use and if you drop it, it breaks . . . easily. My friend bought one and I've used it, horrible to hold and grind with. I've got three grinders, 2 Zassenhaus (also very good make), but they are quite expensive. The Porlex to be honest is just what you need. Do some Googling on price as as a lot of online coffee specialists often have prices better than Amazon. knowyourgrinder.com/porlex-mini-stainless-steel-hand-grinder-mill-review/Porlex |
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Post by MartinT on Feb 20, 2018 12:12:32 GMT
Perfect - thanks!
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Post by Slinger on Feb 20, 2018 14:08:37 GMT
Bless me Father, for I have sinned. It's been fifteen minutes since my last coffee, and it was instant.
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Post by Tim on Feb 20, 2018 14:11:26 GMT
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Post by Slinger on Feb 20, 2018 14:49:44 GMT
I always keep some instant around for guests, and when I'm feeling lazy, like today. I used to buy Carte Noir but recently I've been converted to Nescafe Gold Blend Barista Style which, for instant coffee, is very drinkable. The only problem is that for some reason it tastes awful (to me, at least) with sweeteners, so I have to limit myself.
Two heaped spoonfuls of coffee, two heaped spoonfuls of Coffee Mate, two spoonfuls of Demerara sugar makes a quite decent mug-full.
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 20, 2018 14:55:04 GMT
Coffee Mate? I've not seen that since about 1977!   |
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Post by Slinger on Feb 20, 2018 14:56:42 GMT
It's the secret to drinkable instant coffee, Jules. It gives the coffee more "body" than using milk.
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Post by Tim on Feb 20, 2018 15:32:01 GMT
Two heaped spoonfuls of coffee, two heaped spoonfuls of Coffee Mate, two spoonfuls of Demerara sugar makes a quite decent mug-full. Now that's a man's coffee  |
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Post by MartinT on Feb 20, 2018 17:57:44 GMT
I keep Gold Blend Barista or Kenco Millicano around for emergencies, but since buying my Aeropress I've been mainly on the real stuff. The mistake you're making, Paul, is with the ancillaries. Dispense with that awful milk stuff and sugar and you'll taste it better |
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Post by Tim on Feb 21, 2018 6:16:39 GMT
Just remember though Martin, if you are grinding whole beans in a hand grinder, you must put them in the right way round. Whole coffee beans are directional. |
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Post by MartinT on Feb 21, 2018 6:27:45 GMT
<dolt>!
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Post by Tim on Feb 21, 2018 6:36:58 GMT
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 21, 2018 18:21:39 GMT
OMG - a metal disc dropped out of my espresso machine today! Think I can fix it but will be without coffee for a few days ... |
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Post by BilliumB on Feb 21, 2018 19:01:40 GMT
Can you recommend a small grinder to do a mug-at-a-time? I've had a Feld2 hand grinder (made by knock) for a couple of months now - I'm very impressed, seems well engineered and very adjustable, I'd recommend it. Cheers. Bill |
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Post by MartinT on Feb 21, 2018 20:10:34 GMT
Thanks, Bill.
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Post by Slinger on Feb 21, 2018 20:44:47 GMT
OMG - a metal disc dropped out of my espresso machine today! Think I can fix it but will be without coffee for a few days ... You mean you don't have an Aeropress as a backup? I'm surprised, Jules. |
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Post by julesd68 on Feb 23, 2018 16:35:47 GMT
OMG - a metal disc dropped out of my espresso machine today! Think I can fix it but will be without coffee for a few days ... You mean you don't have an Aeropress as a backup? I'm surprised, Jules. No, not needed a back-up in the four years I have owned the Gaggia. Now I'm stuffed though - I need to replace the 'shower disc' but can't remove the screw it's held in with - even after buying a stubby screwdriver to give me proper access I cannot get the bugger out! I might have to send it to Gaggia which I'm sure won't be cheap. Very annoying as the spare part is only 7 quid. |
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Post by Slinger on Feb 23, 2018 16:55:29 GMT
It's probably too late now, but perhaps tomorrow you could get an Aeropress overnighted from Amazon, or similar. You won't regret it.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 23, 2018 22:42:04 GMT
You mean you don't have an Aeropress as a backup? I'm surprised, Jules. No, not needed a back-up in the four years I have owned the Gaggia. Now I'm stuffed though - I need to replace the 'shower disc' but can't remove the screw it's held in with - even after buying a stubby screwdriver to give me proper access I cannot get the bugger out! I might have to send it to Gaggia which I'm sure won't be cheap. Very annoying as the spare part is only 7 quid. It's a common problem - linkIf the screen is off, see if you can get a pair of mole grips on the screw to get some better leverage. Try tightening it up slightly first though. |
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Post by scotty38 on Feb 23, 2018 23:16:56 GMT
Ideally you'd have your own grinder but you really should give one of the online suppliers a try.
I use Rave and particularly like their Columbian Suarez. I buy the beans but you can choose to have it ground although it's recommended to use it more quickly if you go that route. Order Sunday, they'll roast Monday and on your doorstep Wednesday. They roast every day by the way....
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