Enjoying an afternoon coffee, an Ethiopian (naturally processed) coffee, served with organic hot milk, and a dash of organic double cream.
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Enjoying a XXL Espresso with 2 white cacao butter buttons melted into it.
Had forgotten how good that taste.
Gotta have some variations 😋
Had forgotten how good that taste.
Gotta have some variations 😋
Today I enjoyed a home-made affogato.
So far it was as simple as an affogato can be.
1 medium scoop of Vanilla Bean ice cream (So Delicious Dairy-free Coconutmilk Ice Cream)
1 shot espresso (Medium Roast), using my Nespresso machine
It was delicious! But like I said.... very simple.
Any recommendations on how I can make this better? I was thinking of getting an espresso powder to use as a topping/sprinkle. Anything else? Dark chocolate shavings? Or is that too decadent?
One day I hope to elevate my at-home barista skills.
So far it was as simple as an affogato can be.
1 medium scoop of Vanilla Bean ice cream (So Delicious Dairy-free Coconutmilk Ice Cream)
1 shot espresso (Medium Roast), using my Nespresso machine
It was delicious! But like I said.... very simple.
Any recommendations on how I can make this better? I was thinking of getting an espresso powder to use as a topping/sprinkle. Anything else? Dark chocolate shavings? Or is that too decadent?
One day I hope to elevate my at-home barista skills.
Nespresso capsules don't contain much coffee, so the espressos aren't that strong (especially as most people add more than the pre-programmed 40mm of water). If you want to be decadent, I'd suggest running two capsules both on the ristretto setting. That'll give a nice coffee kick to the ice-cream.
I like the idea of coconut milk ice-cream. I'll have to search some out.
I like the idea of coconut milk ice-cream. I'll have to search some out.
That's why I specifically purchased the newer model Nespresso "Vertuo" machine. The capsules (now called pods, half-dome shaped) are larger than the original "capsules" of the older Nespresso machines. Even the basic "espresso single" pod holds more coffee than the older original capsules. (1st image below)
In fact, I can choose from 5 sizes of capsules on the latest machine! My favorite "fat capsules" so far are the capsules that makes the gran lungo or the doppio (double-shot). There is definitely more coffee (and thus caffeine) in those fat capsules. (2nd image below)
Those pods don’t produce so much espresso/pod for my needs.
My morning 3x big espresso some days (as now) is ~ 3,75 dl and it would be like 12,68 oz
The normal is 2x big espresso = 2,5 dl and that is 8,45 oz
Adding to that, afternoons and valued visitors.
A LOT of pods would be used if I was using that kind of machine.
Glad to know I am saving money everyday with my more expensive machine to buy. That’s why I stayed with this type of machine.
The simplicity with pod machine's are super great, but I have a fully automatic machine, with a LOT of settings for sizes, amounts, grinding and pretty much everything.
I also had/ have various aromas/syrups to use and insert if/when I want. It goes in periods, but no I don’t use it often at all.
I just wanted to check and share while I am enjoying my XXL Espresso.
My morning 3x big espresso some days (as now) is ~ 3,75 dl and it would be like 12,68 oz
The normal is 2x big espresso = 2,5 dl and that is 8,45 oz
Adding to that, afternoons and valued visitors.
A LOT of pods would be used if I was using that kind of machine.
Glad to know I am saving money everyday with my more expensive machine to buy. That’s why I stayed with this type of machine.
The simplicity with pod machine's are super great, but I have a fully automatic machine, with a LOT of settings for sizes, amounts, grinding and pretty much everything.
I also had/ have various aromas/syrups to use and insert if/when I want. It goes in periods, but no I don’t use it often at all.
I just wanted to check and share while I am enjoying my XXL Espresso.
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I have enough evidence to make an indictment: you must really love Ethiopian coffee.
hmmmm.....Congo Kivu, something that fits your flavor preferences....something similar to Rwanda....or better? hmmmmm
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The odd thing - and this is relevant in a coffee discussion thread - is that I used not to, for, until around a decade ago, I thought that I liked really dark roasted coffee, and my usual preferences in those days tended to be coffees from Costa Rica and coffees with similar taste profiles.
Then, while dining at what was at the time a just newly-opened restaurant, one which, subsequently, was awarded a Michelin star, (and which, very unfortunately, closed abruptly - and permanently - earlier this year), after dinner, the proprietor/chef (who was, and is, a friend of my dining partner that evening, who happened to be the cheesemonger) brought coffee.
The coffee was served in a Chemex (a method I had never encountered until then) and was incredible; I asked about it, was informed that it was Ethiopian, and - having praised it - was given a bag of Ethiopian coffee to bring home with me.
I realised that evening that I love what I can only describe as the clean, bright, clear notes of Ethiopian coffee.
Since then, - and, as these threads will testify - I do move out of my coffee comfort zone and challenge myself by trying new and different coffees - but, again and again, I find myself returning to Ethiopian coffees, with an especial preference for the coffees from the Yirgacheffe region.
The other coffees that I am quite partial to tend to have come from El Salvador.
Perhaps.
Whyever not?
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I'm having the last mug of a very nice Yemen coffee.......in the package there are maybe just enough beans to make a small cup.....maybe
Ah. Yes.
I know the feeling.
Actually, I noticed that my own coffee is running low, and - while I have perhaps two more days (three, absolute max) of (rather rationed) coffee remaining, it is high time to give some thought to replenishing my supply.
I managed one last full mug of the Yemen coffee.....which I'm enjoying right now.
Fortunately I've some fresh supply of different coffees; some Ethiopian Sidamo, a package of Sumatra, and a small package of Kona Peaberry by way of a friend's subscription
Fortunately I've some fresh supply of different coffees; some Ethiopian Sidamo, a package of Sumatra, and a small package of Kona Peaberry by way of a friend's subscription
both the espresso powder AND the dark chocolate........when you go decadent, you might as well go full speed ahead
Sounds absolutely wonderful.
Which will you try first?
Tomorrow, I shall replenish my dwindling coffee supplies, and am looking forward to it.
Happily perusing a few coffee websites, and mulling over what I should treat myself to tomorrow.
I've already tried the Kona Peaberry and I suspect that the Sumatra will be next.
It is pouring outside, absolutely bucketing down, (and has been all day, since last night, in fact).
This is of relevance because I had planned to head out to one of my favourite coffee shops to treat myself to coffee, and also - of equal, no, of greater importance - to replenish my dwindling (actually, dwindled to what are now non-existent) supplies of coffee.
Worse, I finished my Ethiopian coffee today, and am now completely out of coffee.
Tomorrow is another day....
This is of relevance because I had planned to head out to one of my favourite coffee shops to treat myself to coffee, and also - of equal, no, of greater importance - to replenish my dwindling (actually, dwindled to what are now non-existent) supplies of coffee.
Worse, I finished my Ethiopian coffee today, and am now completely out of coffee.
Tomorrow is another day....
Not sure how I’ve missed this thread in all the years I’ve been here, but I am always on the lookout for good coffee! I have a Gaggia automatic machine, and typically just do a lungo with a little raw sugar and grass-fed heavy cream, but a few times a week I make myself a cappucino with a homemade syrup (currently a homemade cardamom syrup).
I’ve dabbled in roasting beans as well, and ordered from Sweet Maria’s with a friend a few times. It’s really fun!
I try to stick to organic coffees, and especially love light-medium ones with citrus notes, so if anyone has any good suggestions, I’d love them!
I’ve dabbled in roasting beans as well, and ordered from Sweet Maria’s with a friend a few times. It’s really fun!
I try to stick to organic coffees, and especially love light-medium ones with citrus notes, so if anyone has any good suggestions, I’d love them!
When the cupboards are bare, I find myself consulting with the Earl of Grey.
But, while the Earl of Grey well repays consultation in the darkness of a night, or a lingering afternoon, or a quiet and reflective evening, for the cold brightness of a dawning morning, I fear that there is no adequate substitute for the glory of the welcome to be found in a good cup of coffee.