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I've been inverting my aeropresses this week. So far I don't think I like it. A regular press gives a lot more crema, which I like. However, it is slightly easier to press with less air in the tube.

how the hell do you get crema with an aeropress?.. Ive looked at vids on youtube and nobody is getting crema with any brewing method.

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Originally Posted by pvn

BTW, I modded this grinder. Removed the crank handle, put a 6mm nut on the shaft. Now I use my drill to run the grinder. BOOM, headshot.

lol

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03-29-2011 , 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968

how the hell do you get crema with an aeropress?.. Ive looked at vids on youtube and nobody is getting crema with any brewing method.

I think the key to it is pressing air through the grounds. Most of the "pros" I've seen in youtube vids stop pressing before any air goes through the grinds. I'm not sure why they do that, though. With an inverted press even if you bottom out you're going to have a lot less air to push through, so less crema.

I've also noticed the amount of crema is very variable, fresher beans usually give more, grind fineness has an effect too. I haven't really kept track though.

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03-29-2011 , 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by pvn

well bottoming out produces a more bitter/stronger taste so if you are using strong coffee (I use a dark ethiopian blend) it tastes like ass when bottoming- so I dont get crema.. but I have tried bottoming out and still no crema.

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04-03-2011 , 12:52 PM

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BTW, I modded this grinder. Removed the crank handle, put a 6mm nut on the shaft. Now I use my drill to run the grinder. BOOM, headshot.

I maed u a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xohgx...el_video_title

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04-03-2011 , 04:34 PM

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Wamy Einehouse

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I maed u a video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xohgx...el_video_title

5* that is so sick lol

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04-04-2011 , 01:53 AM

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Zeno

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I may need to purchase the Sunbeam EM 4800, for reasons that will remain private. However, I'm have trouble; Google seems to only bring up Aussie Swine Sites: For example-

The Sunbeam_Em4800:

http://www.myshopping.com.au/PR--110...presso_Machine

Parts etc: http://spares.bigwarehouse.com.au/pr...cts_id=1636312

Coffee Snobs review:

http://coffeesnobs.com.au/YaBB.pl?num=1262670245

Then there are the Damned Kiwis

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Home-living...-364184799.htm

Is this some form of coffee machine monopoly/conspiracy? No Sunbeam EM 4800 for purchase from a USA store? What gives. Am I doing the search wrong? What do all you coffee addicts come up with? Just curious.

-Zeno

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04-04-2011 , 09:48 AM

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I may need to purchase the Sunbeam EM 4800, for reasons that will remain private.

wat

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04-04-2011 , 11:04 PM

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Zeno

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Originally Posted by pvn

wat

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wat

I visited a number of wats on a recent trip to Thailand.

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=wat

I need to purchase that particular espresso machine [Sunbeam EM 4800] as a gift. I have private reasons for doing so.

Now, can anyone find out if this piece of coffee machine frivolity can be purchased in the good old USA, or not. (I think not, but anxiously await being proven wrong.) Thanks.

-Zeno

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04-05-2011 , 12:04 PM

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rea-yBgOSo

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04-05-2011 , 08:59 PM

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1968

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lol at private reasons

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04-05-2011 , 09:48 PM

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Snipe

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Chin: Just dump the Jack3d. I used to use that / NO Explode / Pre Surge / Super Pump - and while it was cool I guess - after 3 workouts of not using it - I didn't miss it (and was certainly able to sleep better). After that, just kinda go cold turkey. It really only takes a couple days not to miss caffeine. Just get good sleep.

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04-05-2011 , 09:55 PM

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I've had my aeropress for about six months, using it roughly twice a day, and it's developed a massive crack that coffee drools out of when i use it.

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04-05-2011 , 10:03 PM

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General Tsao

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Stop using it roughly, then.

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04-05-2011 , 10:04 PM

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General Tsao

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No but seriously, try contacting them, tell them it must of had a defect, maybe they'll send you another one for free. I've had mine for, IDK, two and a half years now, and still works perfectly.

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04-07-2011 , 02:30 AM

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woot woot choc truffle coffee ftw

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04-07-2011 , 09:25 AM

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wat

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04-13-2011 , 05:24 AM

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Aeropress has a crack in the side, haven't dropped it or anything, just developed over time. Only had it since November.

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04-13-2011 , 09:05 AM

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Aerobie customer service at
1-650-493-3050

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04-16-2011 , 06:30 AM

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TheRempel

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I'm in Canada. Not a big deal, certainly gotten my money's worth out of it so far.

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04-16-2011 , 08:51 AM

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There are phone lines between the US and Canada nowadays.

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04-16-2011 , 03:11 PM

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Anybody have any recs for local roasters in Portland? Only tried a few but there seem to be a ton around.

This is the best coffee I have ever had. Roasted just North of pdx in Yacolt, Wa. Its available at a few specialty shops and cafes in pdx.

http://millarscoffee.com/

They were mentioned in last months Saveur in an article about wood fire roasted coffee.

http://www.saveur.com/article/Wine-a...e-Theres-Smoke

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05-02-2011 , 05:25 AM

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Can anyone recommend a good (European or delivers to Europe) roastery with online store.

Looking for smooth, sweetish Arabica that's suitable for espressos, americanos and occasional cappuccinos.

Can be "too" sweet as I don't mind experimenting with mixing the beans.

I had a perfect mix of two beans I got from a local roastery and supermarket, but I recently relocated and so far haven't found a place that sells gourmet beans nearby.

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05-02-2011 , 09:48 AM

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Izo Fazo

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Cant recommend any special bean but everything i tried so far was good.

http://www.contigo.de/shop2007v/xtc/...p/cPath/1_1401

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05-02-2011 , 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Snipe

As far as coffee goes, I'd HIGHLY RECOMMEND everyone buy a lb of Blue Bottle.

Blue Bottle is quite good. I do, however, prefer http://www.barefootcoffee.com/, especially if you're in the South Bay as they're in Santa Clara.

They brew using a Chemex method - they put in some ground-to-order beans in the filter, add a bit of hot water, stir, wait, stir, then add the rest of the water. It's the best coffee I've ever had; my current favorite is the Thais from Brazil.

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