Favourite coffee

Fabiocp85 said:
It depends on what you want to brew. If it's espresso, then I would recommend getting whatever you can afford that has the best resale value. Most likely something used. You will use it to learn for a year or two (you mentioned that you need to learn), then you will eventually upgrade. Espresso brewing is not forgiving at all, and it is best to just learn for yourself. As soon as you are satisfied with what you are tasting, then mission accomplished! For me, satisfaction was achieved in my 3rd grinder 4 years later, a Niche Zero. Managed to sell the first two thankfully (a Graeff and the awesome Breville BES 870). This is not the peace-of-mind alternative (might cost some extra cash and plenty of forum-reading time) but you will learn.

If you are not brewing proper espressos, then get something that will give you peace of mind (probably something new and with a warranty). The Smeg machine that you linked to is not a high-end espresso machine. Machines like that generally have a pressurised portafilters and basic temperature control (which is perfect to start with, but limited). It would be overkill to pair a top-of-the-range grinder with that machine. In this case, the grinder you linked to will be fine. Even the Graeff that I had as my first grinder would do.

Just depends on how deep you want to dive into coffee. =)
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Thanks for the in depth response!
Will keep my eyes on the second hand market. I know my current machine is very entry level, but always reading that the grinder is the most important, so just looking for something adequate in that department.
 
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The_Hobbit said:
Truth Antithesis has met it's match!

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I just discovered Terbodore after my son had some in WC. Ordered on Takealot. This is a really good decaf. Fresh as can be with a fantastic crema (it had settled when the pic was taken).

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Funny enough. They don't roast the decaf themselves, if I remember correctly!!!. But the non-decaf they roast on site and pack.

Edit: Just check with them. I might be wrong. But that is what I remember last time I visited there and they gave me a tour.
 
I tasted some average Woolies ground coffee in a Moka Pot the other day. It blew my mind. I'm definitely buying one.

The pot that is.
 
The_Hobbit said:
Truth Antithesis has met it's match!

www.terbodorecoffee.co.za

Buy Coffee Online | Gourmet Coffee Roasters | Terbodore

Shop our collection of signature blends, single origin coffee, and flavoured coffee beans that are prepared on-site. Indulge in our expertly crafted coffees today.
www.terbodorecoffee.co.za www.terbodorecoffee.co.za

I just discovered Terbodore after my son had some in WC. Ordered on Takealot. This is a really good decaf. Fresh as can be with a fantastic crema (it had settled when the pic was taken).

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Their dark roast is also good.
https://www.terbodorecoffee.co.za/shop/coffee/the-great-dane/
 
pinball wizard said:
For you, you mean.
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Well, my everyday cup is made with my ECM Technika and Lelit grinder, using woollies Italian, Continental blend or sometimes their organic blend. We only use the moka if Eskom decides to **** up breakfast time and turn off the electricity, and I couldn't be assed to fire up the big diesel genny just for a cup of coffee. So we make a moka on the gas stove. And we find the breakfast blend perfect for that. :)
 
Grouter said:
Well, my everyday cup is made with my ECM Technika and Lelit grinder, using woollies Italian, Continental blend or sometimes their organic blend. We only use the moka if Eskom decides to **** up breakfast time and turn off the electricity, and I couldn't be assed to fire up the big diesel genny just for a cup of coffee. So we make a moka on the gas stove. And we find the breakfast blend perfect for that. :)
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Dis wat jy nou sê. I've done this once, when I really wanted coffee. Normally I just pregrind what I need when I know it is going to be down. Can't say I enjoy the mortar pestle method...
 
Grouter said:
Well, my everyday cup is made with my ECM Technika and Lelit grinder, using woollies Italian, Continental blend or sometimes their organic blend. We only use the moka if Eskom decides to **** up breakfast time and turn off the electricity, and I couldn't be assed to fire up the big diesel genny just for a cup of coffee. So we make a moka on the gas stove. And we find the breakfast blend perfect for that. :)
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What I mean is, it's subjective, innit? What's "strong" for you isn't for someone else. I only make coffee in a moka pot. I mostly use snobs coffee.
 
pinball wizard said:
What I mean is, it's subjective, innit? What's "strong" for you isn't for someone else. I only make coffee in a moka pot. I mostly use snobs coffee.
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Oh, I agree - 100% subjective. I was only trying to guide the young Padawan @bromster :)
He said he had tasted woollies coffee in a moka pot and it "blew his mind".
For me, using the same strong dark roast bean in either a proper espresso rig or a moka pot produces two very different coffee experiences. But each to their own.
 
Nemoneiros said:
Some people will drink any brown thing and call it coffee :rolleyes:
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We just revert to woollies beans 'cos at least they're consistent.
We have a few local coffee roasters around, but I just can't seem to like their product.
I keep saying: Oh, look, they have a new blend: "Super Duper Italian Espresso jizz-your-pants gold supremo". Just roasted!
I spend 250 bucks, get it home, grind it, brew it, and... give the rest of the bag away. Then I'm R250 poorer and heading back to Woolworths. Sigh.
 
Grouter said:
We just revert to woollies beans 'cos at least they're consistent.
We have a few local coffee roasters around, but I just can't seem to like their product.
I keep saying: Oh, look, they have a new blend: "Super Duper Italian Espresso jizz-your-pants gold supremo". Just roasted!
I spend 250 bucks, get it home, grind it, brew it, and... give the rest of the bag away. Then I'm R250 poorer and heading back to Woolworths. Sigh.
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I just use these people and even with delivery it works out better than having to drive to the store, pickup, pay and return to home

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So far they've been consistently fresh. However, I only get the dark roast. Otherwise if I really want special coffee I'll makeshift my own fermented coffee beans. Sadly no one sells premade fermented coffee beans.

I suppose I could try out other locals that does the same without fail excluding ordering coffee from takealot for reasons.
 
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