I never really thought about it until today. Early on, maybe 3 years ago, I unscrewed all the spouts on my La Spaz porta-filters and just let the extractions drop straight down. Other than splitting a double shot, I can't figure out why I'd want the
Read more…I'm visiting Las Vegas for the World Tea Expo and I haven't been able to find anywhere worth trying yet. I was wandering if anyone would be able to help me out. I've drank enough tea and want a decent shot and mocha.
Read more…Hi all, I am a going Green coffee shop in Oregon and i have done much research on cold cups and it seems like everywhere i turn i find out more information that muddies my decision. I understand that NO cold to go cups would be best...people bring th
Read more…I am curious to know how many shops put one shot in each drink unless people ask for more? and how many shops use 1 shot for a small 2 for a large (or however)? We use 1 triple ristretto for each drink, if you want more ten you pay an up charge. Wha
Read more…What is your opinion of the 53mm vs the more popular 58mm basket? I've heard chat about the only difference being the ratio of diameter to depth of the basket, but my gut says the greater diameter-surface area is better? I wonder if the ratio of the
Read more…Hey guys, wanted to inquire if any of you guys are going to Coffee fest in Las Vegas.- Do you recommend it? I have never attend one.- Thanks, Pablo www.kafesguatemala.com
Read more…I know coffee can be used as a natural (and organic) fertilizer for gardens and even coffee plants. So, I am trying to collect grounds to start my spice and veggie garden this spring and was wondering if anyone has tips on how to keep and store the g
Read more…For dicussion: Are you a slow roaster or a fast roaster? What i mean is do you regularly finish your roasts in under 12:00min or well over 12:00min? Any thoughts or experiences either way? I find that I am a lower drop temp roaster with a finish prio
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Read more…Freshness is essential. We roast all of coffee in store and any coffee you drink was roasted within five days of you drinking it. We love variety and take pride in hand-selecting our crops and custom roasting our blends. Our stores have a great relax
Read more…I have a small, inexpensive Bodum French Press that I sometimes use to brew a richer cup for myself, but most of my non-coffeegeek friends don't care for the grounds/sediment that ends up in the mug. I know that the French Press is a proven method, a
Read more…I've been working for a coffee franchise as an assistant manager at one of the hotels here in Las Vegas, NV for 5 years. I'm interested in owning a coffee business of my own. I would like to purchase an established coffee business rather than startin
Read more…I'm considering purchasing a lightly used Saeco Modular. Can anyone provide feedback on their experience with this machine?
Read more…Hey Portland OR Baristas! This is Lara from blend coffee lounge. If your looking for barista work (4-5 shifts per week) at a high quality shop check out our ad on bx jobs. If it sounds like a good fit for you and you have the qualifications we are l
Read more…So, for my vacation this year im going to spend a few days in San Francisco. I was wondering if any of the members on this site could list a few coffee shops that are worth visiting while there.
Read more…Showroom of Ipanema Coffees, this small coffeeshop has a very nice espresso.
Read more…im pretty new to the barista community but i work for a company who is very strict on the quality we produce. so when someone comes into our shop they are expecting the best of the best. I dont get much of an opportunity to play with the grind as its
Read more…Hey guys, I uploaded all of the Barista Prom photos to the bX facebook page. Before I think you had to pay like $.25 to download the full size web res photos. Feel free to go to the bX Facebook page and look in the photo galleries.
Read more…Anyone work on one of these? Thoughts? Compare to La Marzocco FB80 or GB/5?
Read more…Hey hey, I'm looking find a more respectable counter top pastry case for my cafe. It needs to be fairly small in size as we only recieve 30 pastries daily. Anywho, I figured I'd cast a line out here first to see if anyone has anything second hand the
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