Simple question, but likely not a simple answer. I do most of my roasting on a Diedrich IR3. No issue with it. I do most of my test roasting on a Hottop. But the issue is that my roasting temps are a little different. For instance on a 6 pound r
Read more…This is a marvelous website that is simply links to various shops and how they recommend brewing various methods. Videos, pages, and photos. Great stuff! I'm just throwing this out there for those what are not familiar with the site.
It is:
http://w
Hi..... I need help with the oz. measurements for french press coffee. I have a 51oz. french press. How many grams of coffee do I put in? And also for 1 cup... what is the correct oz and how many grams? Thanks! :)
I have been roasting for 2 years on a Diedrich IR-3, and I'm ready to move to a larger roaster. I would love to stay with Diedrich, but want to check out some other brands. Does anyone have any input on Ozturk, Geometrica, Ambex, US Roasters, or T
Read more…Does anyone have a good recommendation for grease to put on bearings?
Read more…I'm about to begin in the wonderful world of roasting. If there's one thing I've learned about being a barista (3 years experience) it is that knowledge is an invaluable tool to help you develop your craft. This leads me to my question:
What resourc
In order to perfect your coffee roasting process,what are the most important aspects or procedures that i must follow so as to maximise the quality?
Read more…Any experience in pulling these! What varietal did you use? I had a customer order a latte with Costa Rica yesterday. I used the leftover grounds to pull some doppios. It was really good! I've done this before with PNG and Brazil and didn't like
Read more…I would like to see what other profiles work best for people on this roaster.
Read more…When I only roast 1lb. my temps. do not drop quick enough. If dropping at 330F I will not get down to 240F approx. for almost 4 mins.
Anyone have any suggestions on a good profile for ethiopian sidamo on this roaster? Running into flat notes in taste, drops off at the end.
does rest time after the roast have an effect on the body and mouth feel of the coffee? What exactly develops during rest time and C02 release?
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Do any of you have any recommendations for a home roaster? Have any of you had any good results with the Behmor 1600 or the HotTop Drum Roaster?
Hi all. I'm just a newbie enthusiast--not in the biz--and hope you'll forgive a simpleton question or two. At home I drink espresso shots or else Americanos made with an Aeropress, mypressi Twist, or moka pot. For the Americanos, of course, I make th
Read more…A Zombie shuffles into your shop and orders a cup of coffee. What do you do! You can't serve 'em a bright hair raising Kenya or fruit bomb Ethiopia. I mean, these Zombies be fragile creatures who just can't handle the bright stuff. They'd disintegrat
Read more…Yep, for the reals. There is an all new Roasters Guild forum right here
http://forums.roastersguild.org/index.php
Everything is on the up-and-up, non-anonymous, and organized in order to further discussion. The board is viewable to all, but you have to
This has been a very talked about subject since the arrival of these so called New Naturals such as Idido, Aricha and Beloya special lots from Ethiopia. These superselected micro-lots offered a rare taste experience, that pushed some boarders regardi
Read more…Hey Bxers!!! Anyone know where I can find a roaster that has Finca Lerida/honeyed coffee? Thanks in advance!!!
Read more…Im based out of Orange County California, does anyone know where I can buy some really good Guatemalan coffee wholesale?
I am looking into planning a coffee and food paring event at one of my employers. I wanted to find some good ideas from everyone on what are some really good matches. I'm thinking great dishes but also cheeses (which I'm quite familiar with) and anyt
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