Hmm, you know, I think I was so excited to see a post of yours that I failed to actually read it. Very sorry to hear this, and I'm sending lots of good juju your way.
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Hmm, you know, I think I was so excited to see a post of yours that I failed to actually read it. Very sorry to hear this, and I'm sending lots of good juju your way.
Thank you!
According to your grams formula, I've been using 1 liter of water to what should be ~0.87 - 0.90 Liters (my regular bean dispensing has been ~52-54g, been "eyeballing" it recently vs. using the scale). Now I do pour a little off (using a Chemex, so the initial filter wetting) so it seems like I've been pretty close.
I reset my ratios a little after that post - I got a chance to fine tune everything, including the grind - we even switched to a larger (the "Behemoth"
) Chemex which has been amazing.Positive energy your way for your medical condition.
Great to see you back here again and best wishes and positive energy your way my friend.
Great to see you back here again and best wishes and positive energy your way my friend.
A heartfelt amen to that.
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Mille fois merci.
(By the way, SS, buy a Chemex
K.
Such soundly tendered advice, from such an unimpeachable source, and proffered now, merits one response, which is that it can only be heeded.
Very well, then. Chemex hunting, research, and trawling about to commence ..
In common with some others, I, too, have been rather distracted, but not with my own health concerns but with those of others. More to the point, One Other.
But the time is rapidly approaching when I shall seek to reclaim the threads of my own life again ..
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Mille fois merci.
(By the way, SS, buy a Chemex
K.
Thank you, Kurwenal; advice form such an unimpeachable and impeccable source must - by definition - be heeded closely.
In nay case, I have been perusing the Chemex site………and their coffee makers, especially the handblown coffee makers. At present, the internal debate - such as it is - is between the 5-cup and 8-scup models.
Of course, this also presupposes a purchase of the filter paper produced for the Chemex, because this is a very specific type of filter paper and is considerably thicker than the more usual type of filter paper available. And if, and when, I do press the button on this purchase, I will most certainly buy the 'pre-folded' filter paper. There is quite enough work already in this world……..
I agree with mobilehaathi; that is a gorgeous table, and thank you for the virtual invitation. I accept with pleasure and drink to your health and to that of your charming and lovely table, celebrating its first century....
Thank you! It's my first one, I've been looking for a while. I went for a 7 hour round-trip drive on Sunday to pick it up.
Thank you as well! I'm not sure if it was the table, but the coffee was quite enjoyable today.
Had you set out to buy it, or, had you seen it earlier and decided to purchase it, or did you simply lay eyes on it unexpectedly and think - aha! - that is a rather lovely old table?
Anyway, I have no doubt that the coffee was delicious and the table well worth the drive.
I had been looking for months now. We were using an old table that we did not like but it was all we had at the time. On Friday a friend came over to pick up a curio and I offered the table as well and he took it. For two nights we ate on tiny patio chairs. I woke up Saturday morning knowing I would find something and when I found this quality for an incredible price, I plotted my journey for early Sunday morning.
The quality of my work has increased ten fold just by being on this table. Either that or mind believes it to be that way
I had been looking for months now. We were using an old table that we did not like but it was all we had at the time. On Friday a friend came over to pick up a curio and I offered the table as well and he took it. For two nights we ate on tiny patio chairs. I woke up Saturday morning knowing I would find something and when I found this quality for an incredible price, I plotted my journey for early Sunday morning.
The quality of my work has increased ten fold just by being on this table. Either that or mind believes it to be that way
Excellent story, and there is something about working with beautifully made quality objects that just enhances your enjoyment - and perhaps productivity - of whatever activity you carry out while using that product. It is just far nicer to use and handle and experience decently made products. Actually, it can be an experience of sheer, visceral pleasure…..
However, what I am asking is whether you knew that table was where you found it, or were led to it by a fortunate series of events, or simply tripped over it, or were told about it?
I do know the feeling that when one sets out to find - or seek - something, and are primed properly, the 'right' thing can just appear.
The quality of my work has increased ten fold just by being on this table. Either that or mind believes it to be that way
Perhaps, in the end, it's the same thing.
Ah yes. Well as it turns out I began looking on April 1st so on the 59th day I found the table. The maker of the table had the person he made it for back out at the last second. He posted online and since he lives so far from a big city his costs are so much less. He was just looking to recoup his costs so it seems like it was just a matter of a series of fortunate events coming together exactly when they needed to.
They say if you want something new, that you should get rid/donate what it is you want to replace so that you make room for the energy of the new item to show up. Seemed to work without delay in this case!
Perhaps, in the end, it's the same thing.
lol that's all that matters
Very nicely written post and story. That table was destined for you, it seems. Enjoy it - personally, I love wood, and really like well made, sturdy but beautiful wooden furniture.
I just received an email from Blue Bottle a few minutes ago about a limited run batch of beans. It's called
Mococa, São Paulo, Brazil
Brazil FAF Silvia's Catuai Natural
For $15 I picked up a bag and ordered it. It sounds very good too.
Mococa, São Paulo, Brazil
Brazil FAF Silvia's Catuai Natural
For $15 I picked up a bag and ordered it. It sounds very good too.
I will, provided the US Postal Service delivers it to me.Ahh yes, I saw this too. Let us know how you like it.
I will, provided the US Postal Service delivers it to me.
Yes, heehee, assuming it ever gets to your cup.
Ahh yes, I saw this too. Let us know how you like it.
Yes, it does indeed sound extremely interesting. Let us know how it turns out.
I will, provided the US Postal Service delivers it to me.
Hm. Yes, there has been a bit of history, there, if memory serves.
I'm seriously considering selling my Gaggia and associated espresso making equipment. I haven't used it since last summer and the novelty of making all kinds of drinks has worn off. I'm very happy and content to drink regular coffee prepared in a French Press.
I just didn't make enough espresso to get enough practice in doing it right. As it is, I'm a one-cup of coffee per day person and the effort involved in making espresso seems to outweigh it's worth to me. That is especially so since it demands very rigid preparation techniques in order to get it right. Without enough practice and continued use, it's difficult for me to get a proper shot and to be able to enjoy it.
I just didn't make enough espresso to get enough practice in doing it right. As it is, I'm a one-cup of coffee per day person and the effort involved in making espresso seems to outweigh it's worth to me. That is especially so since it demands very rigid preparation techniques in order to get it right. Without enough practice and continued use, it's difficult for me to get a proper shot and to be able to enjoy it.
Well, as long as you're still drinking coffee, I doubt we'll judge you!
I use my machine in bursts: a few months of nothing but espresso and then a few months of pour-over. I manage to get into a nice rhythm during my espresso streaks, but you're right it's a lot of extra work for a drink that's gone in 30 sec. I'd consider taking some stuff off your hands, but I think shipping would be a bit much.