Finding Good Coffee Beans Without Breaking the Bank

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When selecting coffee beans for home brewing, it's essential to experiment with various types and roasts to discover personal preferences. Dark roasts are favored for their strong flavor without bitterness, while grind size and brewing method significantly influence the final taste. Many recommend starting with small amounts of different beans to identify what suits individual tastes best. Brewing methods vary widely, with options like drip coffee makers, French presses, and espresso machines each offering unique flavor profiles. The grind should be fresh, and water quality can also affect the taste. Some users suggest avoiding organic coffee due to perceived higher costs without better flavor. For those new to brewing, starting with a simple drip coffee maker and gradually exploring different beans and brewing techniques is advisable. The conversation highlights the subjective nature of coffee preferences and the importance of personal experimentation in finding the right brew.
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Is this a good one.

http://www.morethancoffee.co.uk/acatalog/Technivorm_Filter_Machines.html

They are cheaper than i thought
 
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Chi Meson said:
I'm reminded of a joke:

Why does Karl Marx hate Earl Grey?

turbo-1 said:
Because proper tea is theft. :smile:

Actually I was pulled up on this by a Marxist quite recently. The joke should go why do anarchists hate Early Grey, because property is theft.

Because it wasn't Karl Marx who said that but a prominent French anarchist of the 19th century.

Trouble is the joke doesn't work if it's technically accurate. :smile:
 
  • #33
wolram said:
Is this a good one.

http://www.morethancoffee.co.uk/acatalog/Technivorm_Filter_Machines.html

They are cheaper than i thought
Holy cow, Woolie! Those are incredibly expensive coffee-makers. The Maxim Expres was probably about $60 when I traded my frequent-flyer miles for it, and it has a very sturdy permanent stainless steel basket for the ground coffee. It's been a solid performer for over 15 years. It is very compact, which is nice for our small kitchen.
 
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wolram said:
Is this a good one.

http://www.morethancoffee.co.uk/acatalog/Technivorm_Filter_Machines.html

They are cheaper than i thought

Those aren't for home kitchens, they're for offices...large capacity coffee makers. You don't need anything that big, and that is VERY expensive for a coffee maker. Look for the UK equivalent of something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0008JIW8U/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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  • #35
I prefer the taste of percolated coffee if it just didn't take so long to brew. It is so much smoother than drip.
 
  • #36
Thanks Tubo, MoonB.

I will have a look around.
 
  • #37
Shade grown Colombian is the best in the World if you can find it.
 
  • #38
You may not prefer the strength of espresso over brewed coffee, but if you do, here's the kind of machine you should be looking for.

http://www.jr.com/JRProductPage.process?Product=3654066

By the way, you can reduce the amount of coffee in the basket to vary the strength, if you want. Be sure to relieve the steam pressure (using the frothing wand) before removing the basket. Steam is nasty stuff.
 

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