Espresso Enthusiasts

[Scepticalscribe]

Do you take it as a full cup with a hot mild top or more like a latte?

Something a bit more like a latte, but, in practice, closer to half & half; hot milk keeps the coffee warmer for longer, and is soothing.

The mug is roughly half filled with coffee, that is, filter coffee, a Copper dripper and paper filters - (and the mug is pre-heated, as well), and organic milk just short of boiling is then added.

Sometimes, I add sugar, other times, not; oddly, much of the time the beverage doesn't seem to need sugar, whereas, whenever I have a flat white or something akin to a latte while out, or a cappuccino, out, I find that I have to add sugar.

 

[adrianlondon]

All this talk on here of Kenyan coffee has made me plan a break from my usual Formula Rossa blend (from the Algerian Coffee shop in London) to these:




I'll let you know how they taste once I open them. I'll be using them primarily for espressos and flat whites.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

All this talk on here of Kenyan coffee has made me plan a break from my usual Formula Rossa blend (from the Algerian Coffee shop in London) to these:

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I'll let you know how they taste once I open them. I'll be using them primarily for espressos and flat whites.

Remember, that Kenyan coffee (while a bit more 'hefty' than Ethiopian coffee, which has "bright", "clean" notes, in general, tends to be lighter - as is most of the coffee from the region of the Horn of Africa - than the more robust and darkly roasted Italian coffees that are usually used in espresso); in other words, you may need to use more Kenyan coffee while preparing espresso than you might normally or usually use.

Let us know how you get on.

 

[AVBeatMan]

Something a bit more like a latte, but, in practice, closer to half & half; hot milk keeps the coffee warmer for longer, and is soothing.

The mug is roughly half filled with coffee, that is, filter coffee, a Copper dripper and paper filters - (and the mug is pre-heated, as well), and organic milk just short of boiling is then added.

Sometimes, I add sugar, other times, not; oddly, much of the time the beverage doesn't seem to need sugar, whereas, whenever I have a flat white or something akin to a latte while out, or a cappuccino, out, I find that I have to add sugar.

I find myself liking a stronger cup, moving from a latte to a flat white. Quite often I have a smaller drink in a smaller (Le Creuset) mug with a double shot of espresso and topped up with full fat milk.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

I find myself liking a stronger cup, moving from a latte to a flat white. Quite often I have a smaller drink in a smaller (Le Creuset) mug with a double shot of espresso and topped up with full fat milk.

Well, then, I would not recommend either Kenyan or, even more so, Ethiopian coffee for when you prepare an espresso or flat white.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

Thoroughly enjoyed my morning mug of Kenyan coffee.

 

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Enjoyed a Kenyan coffee this morning, and a flat white this afternoon.

 

[JagdTiger]

I know this is not explicitly about coffee and how it tastes but there are two companies which atleast are trying to keep the environment clean and non toxic by recycling their coffee capsules.

These manufacturers use bags to store empty containers and then when filled are sealed and put into a usps or ups box which then go to these companies to recycle and then refilled with coffee and placed on the market again.

https://www.nespresso.com/us/en/

https://www.illy.com/en-us/home

 

[adrianlondon]

I live in Switzerland, the home of Nespresso. We've always been able to recycle our capsules here. However, I believe recycling them is tricky - they're made of many different materials - and I'm not sure whether the energy cost to disassemble the capsules and recycle them is less than that gained by re-using the materials. I think it's all for show, just so Nestle can say "don't worry about the environment, we recycle your used capsules!".

I've done no research on this topic; just guessing.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

I live in Switzerland, the home of Nespresso. We've always been able to recycle our capsules here. However, I believe recycling them is tricky - they're made of many different materials - and I'm not sure whether the energy cost to disassemble the capsules and recycle them is less than that gained by re-using the materials. I think it's all for show, just so Nestle can say "don't worry about the environment, we recycle your used capsules!".

I've done no research on this topic; just guessing.

Your take on this makes complete sense to me.

 

[decafjava]

I confirm what @adrianlondon writes, I also think using aluminium is a waste of a rather expensive and useful metal.

 

[RootBeerMan]

I opened a new bag of Dave's Coffee the other day and we've been enjoying it. They started offering an Ethiopian roast and it really is quite good.
https://www.davescoffee.com/collect...ia-ayheu-rainforest-alliance-certified-coffee

Grown in the fertile highlands or Northern Ethiopia, the four small contributing farms all practice sustainable farming, growing in a manner fair to the environment and its people, and is certified by the Rainforest Alliance.

A sweet, complex coffee with a smooth buttery body and hints of cocoa and red berry. Ideal for drip coffee brewing in your good old fashioned automatic coffee brewer.
Origin: Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Varietal: Arabica
Process: Natural Sun Dried
Cupping Notes: Juicy Acidity, Chocolate, Red Berry, Caramel
Certifications: Rainforest Alliance

 

[Scepticalscribe]

I opened a new bag of Dave's Coffee the other day and we've been enjoying it. They started offering an Ethiopian roast and it really is quite good.
https://www.davescoffee.com/collect...ia-ayheu-rainforest-alliance-certified-coffee

Grown in the fertile highlands or Northern Ethiopia, the four small contributing farms all practice sustainable farming, growing in a manner fair to the environment and its people, and is certified by the Rainforest Alliance.

A sweet, complex coffee with a smooth buttery body and hints of cocoa and red berry. Ideal for drip coffee brewing in your good old fashioned automatic coffee brewer.
Origin: Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Varietal: Arabica
Process: Natural Sun Dried
Cupping Notes: Juicy Acidity, Chocolate, Red Berry, Caramel
Certifications: Rainforest Alliance

Personally, I love Ethiopian coffee, and must admit that the coffee you have described sounds delicious.

 

[LordVic]

Got in the seasonal mood with my coffee and been throwing in some cinnamon sticks. I feel delightfully hipsterish.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

A welcome mug of Kenyan coffee.

 

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A lunch time mug of Kenyan coffee.

 

[RootBeerMan]

Well, we finished up the Ethiopian coffee from Dave's Coffee and this morning I opened a new back of Colombian light roast from King's Coast Coffee, up in NY. This stuff is really good! I have to say that I have come to enjoy South American coffees much more than other regions. Always very smooth and flavourful! I am so glad that I can order fresh roasted coffee from great small businesses anywhere in the US and have it delivered right to my door! Ain't technology wonderful?

Kings Coast Coffee Company

Experience Craft Roasted Coffee, Delivered to your door.

www.kingscoastcoffee.com

 

[Scepticalscribe]

Kenyan coffee with warm milk.

 

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A lunch time mug of Kenyan coffee with organic, full fat, hot milk.

 

[JamesMike]

A lunch time mug of Kenyan coffee with organic, full fat, hot milk.

You can not go wrong with that enjoyable combination.

 

[Scepticalscribe]

You can not go wrong with that enjoyable combination.

Agreed, and it can be occasionally improved (when the need arises) with the addition of organic brown sugar.

 

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Kenyan coffee and organic hot milk.

 

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Enjoying a lunch time Ethiopian coffee with organic, full fat milk.

 

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A lunch time coffee, which is a blend of Ethiopian and Kenyan coffee, and organic full fat hot milk.

 

[RootBeerMan]

Started a new bag of Dave's Coffee. This time it is their Fireside seasonal blend. I could drink this one all year long! Such a good blend of beans from diverse regions that go so well together. I don't get the cedar notes, but it is certainly smooth and creamy.

Bold cedar notes are nicely balanced with a creamy body and citrus acidity in this limited run seasonal blend. The colder months are upon us, and Fireside will keep you warm and cozy while sipping this delicious coffee all day long bundled in your favorite sweater.


A perfect coffee for your holiday gatherings and it makes a welcome gift for that coffee-centric cousin on your list!


Origin: Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Colombia


Varietal: Arokara, Kordfeigu, Timana, Flor Zapata, Mogiana Eagle


Growing Altitude: 1,500-2,000 Meters


Process: Washed & Wet-Hulled


Cupping Notes: Cedar & Spice, and Everything Nice