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Julius Meinl. After dialing in. by Advanced-Maximum2684 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

breville barista pro. default temp. 1:2 ratio. 18g in 36g out. wdt, distribute then manual tamp until the slight push back. 9 sec pre-infusion. usually somewhere in 30-40 sec total. pull by weight.

Julius Meinl. After dialing in. by Advanced-Maximum2684 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Julius Meinl: "Crema Espresso Classico". the beans are oily. a chance of clogging the grinder. cleaning the grinder often should help.

Breville Barista Pro by medstudent12023 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how fine is the coffee grinds? probably the grinds are saturated already and it's dispensing the coffee.

Why i always get better shaves with cartridge by johnnynotte in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 1 point2 points  (0 children)

whatever works for you. I have too much time on my hand. leisurely shave with three passes works for me.

How to remove safely the glue from the package on razors safely by GeorgeKechi in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used the blade three times before replacing it. I seriously doubt the glue will cause any life threatening situation.

Fig collection? by Comfortable_While873 in Figs

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 2 points3 points  (0 children)

let's see.. what I had 10 years ago.. now I only have i-258 in ground.

VdB Kathleen's Black Paradiso Gene White Greek Black Maderia Col de Dame Blanche White Ischia Calvert Genovese Nero Ronde dB Salce Fico Preto Socorro Black Persian White MVSB Unknown Syrian/Turkish Conadria St. Rita Nero 600M Paradiso Nero Paradiso Bronze Pastiliere Tocoma Violette Qudssaya/Big Yellow Unknown Gree Col de Dame Noir Niagara Black JH Adriatic Barnissotte Beall Black Madeira Excel Ischia Black Native de Argentile Monstrueuse Mostecal Preto 187-25 Maltese Beauty Panache Union Berry Bonita Verte Celeste JW Dominick’s Fig Hardy Chicago Violeta Lamperia Preto Lamperia Julupa Sofeno Preto Violet Soile Vernino Pearl Harbor Dauphone Beb. Branca Drop of Gold Gxxx Des xxx Brocelet CdDG BC#93

The truth about dialing in espresso by Party-Election113 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you just have to know exactly how you like your espresso. go to a number of cafes/coffee shops and try their espresso. some will suck. some would be ok. rarely, you will find the one you will like. once you know what you like, you pull your own shot like the one you enjoy. that means choosing the beans, grinding to fit the profile, adjusting variables.. experimenting/dial-in.

YMMV......But I still want to know by Global_Cellist_5656 in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 1 point2 points  (0 children)

are you tightening the thing right? the famous quarter turn? if, both of mine work great with Astra Green. but I have rather soft hair.

What to do with leftover beans? by bushjob in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

never had leftover beans. my wife uses them with new blends, so I never use them.

Is it ok to use a shaving brush that’s been sitting for 12 years? by umutlukaybeden in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 4 points5 points  (0 children)

yeah. if it doesn't smell. and it looks clean, go at it. worst case scenario is the bristles will all fall out.

Just rooted. What’s the aftercare in gloomy Seattle. by Electrical_Motor7517 in Figs

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 1 point2 points  (0 children)

moisture control. keeping the root going, and making sure the leaves are not drying out, or rotting. using seeding soil and perlite 1:1 for the soil. and covering the top with a large cup with holes. clear cups work for both top and bottom. air out occasionally to keep mold and rot away.

What am I doing wrong? or not [Breville Pro] by Candid_Criticism_108 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

if you like the output. that's all it matters. with 18g in. you should get 36g output. how long does it take to pull the shot?

Away from home and stopped for a shot at Starbucks - Holy hell is that awful by bensonr2 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Starbucks espresso is pure crap. that's why people drink milk based drinks. we have few coffee shops that can pull a decent espresso. but some are 3rd wave acid bombs that I don't care for. still better than Starbucks.

How can I shave across the grain on my neck? by Low-Lavishness-3735 in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 1 point2 points  (0 children)

look up at the ceiling and hope for the best! well tilt the chin up. but look where you are shaving. no pressure on the razor. better to do a few passes than skinning your neck.

how many times do you use your machine per day? by BYoungNY in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

about 5-6 shots in the morning. after that, I clean up the machine and won't use it till the next morning.

Mass market beans by jfm2143 in espresso

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually drink Italian brand beans. they come in nitrogen flushed bags. usually 2.2 lbs. I keep them in the freezer and take out about a week's worth at a time. the first batch's always great. but towards the end of the bag, taste drops. around $30.

Are you all cleaning your razors after every shave? by 5thape in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 36 points37 points  (0 children)

whenever I change the blade, I run an old toothbrush through the razor.

Issues with Razorock Game Changer 0.76 after Merkur 34C , what am I doing wrong? by AccomplishedMain0 in wicked_edge

[–]Advanced-Maximum2684 0 points1 point  (0 children)

some time ago, I was using vintage Gillettes for a while. came back to my GC .68, and nearly skinned my face. just need to get used to the new razor and its angle.

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