It's strange (or perhaps not) that I always find myself drinking a cup of coffee while I read this thread.
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Not strange at all.
However, what is strange is that I often find myself craving yet another cup of coffee as I read this thread.
For me, reading this thread makes me imagine the aroma of a decent coffee, which then triggers the process of me wanting to make one to have the actual aroma. It's more the smell of a coffee than the taste that this thread triggers.
Unless I've not had a coffee in a while in which case it's both.
You make a great observation. I really do love the aroma of coffee. I love the taste of it as well but certainly also find the aroma triggering. For me, it triggers not only a desire to taste it but, depending on my mood, all kinds of certain memories. It can also trigger certain emotional motivations to get up and get going. With a freshly opened package, the first thing I do is smell it. Indeed, sometimes the best part is its raw condensed aroma. Also, with a freshly brewed pot, the aroma seems to act as a kind of a siren song. I simply must have it. In fact, even with a mediocre tasting brew, the smell can still be quite good. Now, back to my cup.
What can I say, other than to write how much I am in complete agreement with you both on your observations re the (wonderful, seductive, amazing) aroma of freshly brewed coffee.
My husband gave me a Breville Bambino Plus last night as an early birthday present. Looking forward to using it later today. He also gave me a Baratza Encore grinder for Valentine's Day, which has actually made a big difference over my old blade grinder for drip (Moccamaster) coffee.
The aroma! It's just amazing.
one on the pleasures of being too fond of a good cup of coffee.
one on the pleasures of being too fond of a good cup of coffee.
Now, firstly, that is a terrific husband, and secondly, those are amazing (and excellent and thoughtful) gifts.
he might have had a little guidance ?
Fair enough.
It is perhaps too much to expect those who love us to be mind readers, as well.
But, at least he, sought, listened to - and acted on - the guidance, which is very bit as important....
time to order some more coffee.....and since the roaster is offering coffee from Papua New Guinea, I've included a package of it in the order
Good one, did they say any more about the PNG coffee? Origin, blend?
the roaster says it's a washed processed blend from small farms in the eastern highlands in the Goroka area, medium roast and bold body, notes of cedar and chocolate
It should be interesting
Sounds fascinating; I've never had a coffee from there.
I look forward to reading what you think of it.
It'll be new to me....I'd never heard of PNG coffee until DaveFromCampbelltown's posts about it
Neither had I, - I hadn't known that they grow coffee - so I will await your report (review?) with fascination.
My 4x Espresso tastes extremely fabulous today ?
After placed the order of the new Mac Studio and the Studio Display ??
Took some energy of ponder to decide options. I am at peace now.
My old iMac friend will be picked up for destination Apple graveyard today too, RIP ??
After placed the order of the new Mac Studio and the Studio Display ??
Took some energy of ponder to decide options. I am at peace now.
My old iMac friend will be picked up for destination Apple graveyard today too, RIP ??
I've had my package of PNG for about a week now and it seems that I'm making my way through it at lightening speed......so before it's all gone, here's a report.
The PNG is a medium roast with a bold body that has a deep rich taste. It has a surprisingly long lasting finish, which is very nice. I like it a lot and yes, it'll be on my "buy again" list.
Cupping notes......well those are always interesting, and sometimes curious.
"Dark chocolate" was listed for this coffee and it was quite obvious in this PNG. It's a definite strong presence that dominates. The roaster's website had also listed "cedar", but that term was missing from the package, which mentioned "cherry" instead. I'd read elsewhere that "berries" is a cupping note associated with PNG, and so yes, there was a hint of flavor that's something like "cherry", especially during the first few sips when the coffee is still really hot.
A few days ago a friend stopped by for afternoon coffee. She brought a selection of cookies, so I can report that chocolate cookies go really well with PNG.
I still had some Ethiopian beans when the order with the PNG arrived. They're quite different coffees, but I've brewed a blend of the two and found that the Ethiopian beans add some very nice flavors to the PNG
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A new experience for me: A cup of coffee from Thailand (Anaerobic Natural) with organic hot milk.
The below link is an interesting study concerning the use of coffee to treat ADHD in children. In short, it may help treat those afflicted and may offer an alternative treatment for those who do not want to start medication. Honestly, I am not surprised. I find that I am able to focus much better after my morning coffee -- although I am not a kid and I don't think I have ADHD either.
www.studyfinds.org
Drinking coffee may help treat ADHD, study says
ADHD is a psychiatric condition which can cause impulsiveness, difficulty concentrating, and general restlessness.
www.studyfinds.org
I've been loaned a couple of different immersion drippers to try; the Hario Switch and the Clever Dripper.
If you're not familiar with them, they're basically a pour over cone with a valve added at the bottom. It's a similar set up to the pour over with a filter and the ground coffee, but once the water is added, it sits brewing for a few minutes, like a French Press, and then the valve is opened and the coffee drains into the cup.....clean up is as simple as a typical pour over
If you're not familiar with them, they're basically a pour over cone with a valve added at the bottom. It's a similar set up to the pour over with a filter and the ground coffee, but once the water is added, it sits brewing for a few minutes, like a French Press, and then the valve is opened and the coffee drains into the cup.....clean up is as simple as a typical pour over
And how did you like it?
I'm guessing it was brewed in western style given the mention of organic hot milk?
I have contemplated the Hario but never went for it. Still would considering picking one up. Let us know how they do for you.