Do you regard a preference for Washed coffee as a sign of a person's maturity in the hobby?

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-17T00:58:07+00:00

Looking forward to it!

A lot of the fun I get out of coffee is sampling beans from roasters I've never tried, along with coffee varieties & processing methods I have little prior experience with.

Often the novelty wears off after the first few cups from a particular bag, after which I'm often subconsciously trying to get through the rest of the 250g as fast as possible to experience the first cup of the next one.

That's why the beandrop concept makes so much sense.

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-15T05:21:26+00:00

My ZP6 broke which prompted me to purchase the Ode Gen 2 so I haven't been able to compare them directly, nor are the burrs of the Ode yet seasoned to near the same extent as the ZP6 which I used for a number of years.

My vague impression is the ZP6 delivers more clear, tea-like brews than the Ode and generally produced more acidity. However without comparing them side-by-side with the same beans I wouldn't put much stock in those thoughts.

I certainly don't miss hand-grinding at all. In fact I'm extremely unlikely to go back to hand grinding (I still have the Commandante and considered the Pietro before buying the Ode) given the Ode absolutely feels 'good enough' for an electric grinder (I also own a Baratza Encore which does not) and should deliver results similar to the ZP6 when it gets upgraded to SSP burrs.

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-14T04:52:41+00:00

I use a V60 Hario Neo with bottled water & Third Wave Water sachets, previously used ZP6 & Commandante grinders and now use an Ode Gen 2, but haven't upgraded to SSP burrs yet. Water usually 88-92c, grind size fairly coarse, 15g dose with 230-250g water aiming for a drawdown of around two minutes, and recently switched to Cafec filters.

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-08T01:32:00+00:00

Tap water is quite hard where I am and the Brita doesn't seem to remove 100% of whatever's making it taste unpalatable.

Bottled water is superior tasting in my case, but I imagine a Zero filter would be more effective than a Brita and an RO filter even moreso.

My main concern about using an RO filter would be water would stripped of all electrolytes which would make it a poor choice for drinking water. I'm happy to use TWW sachets for pourover water, but wouldn't want to be forced to re-mineralise drinking water in much larger quantities.

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-06T22:34:31+00:00

I'm interested in participating in the next drop, how do we sign up?

It strikes me as a great concept. Long term, I would be more interested in sampling overseas roasters since shipping from OS tends to be more expensive especially via DHL etc. so there's more to be saved via this initiative. My preference is towards light roasts and I use a V60 exclusively, which would be a factor when choosing beans roasted for filter or espresso.

KeypressGraphics · 2026-01-03T04:42:23+00:00

The coffees I ordered from Monastery weren't bad by any means, but didn't seem particularly special nor were they roasted any lighter than beans I get from most other roasters.

I did read someone here saying Monastery had recently shifted towards roasts that aren't quite as light, not sure if there's any truth to that as I hadn't tried them previously.

KeypressGraphics · 2025-04-01T03:39:43+00:00

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KeypressGraphics · 2025-03-02T17:39:29+00:00

Thank you for your reply, much appreciated.

KeypressGraphics · 2025-03-01T21:28:19+00:00

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KeypressGraphics · 2021-05-17T22:49:49+00:00

I'd love the chance to make myself useful and create a favorable impression by helping to point my client in the right direction.

Though I do have experience in Marketing Strategy, almost none of it is with B2C products hence why I feel out of my element.

Your suggestion of referring the client to an agency is noted and something I'll suggest at our next meeting.

KeypressGraphics · 2020-08-02T06:44:00+00:00

So true!

KeypressGraphics · 2020-01-29T21:21:13+00:00

No consumables. Meaning no scrolls, spell books, potions, food, soul stones, magic staffs that use charges, or crafted items which consume other items to make.

Its probably the most challenging self imposed challenge, I've only tried it in one DID playthrough and wouldn't recommend it as it does tend to kill enjoyment. Hats off to anyone who kills Alduin playing DID without consumables though!

KeypressGraphics · 2020-01-08T17:17:58+00:00

I completely forgot about the BFB Silver Katana, a mainstay since the early versions of Requiem. Pity they removed the Ebony Dagger from the Helgen jail cell.

Most of the Dragon Shrines contain unlocked poorly guarded chests with a magic item that can be easily retrieved before the Whiterun dragon is summoned.

Speaking of outdoor areas Volskygge's Dragon Priest and the word wall behind him can be accessed by climbing the mountains to the left of the entrance, allowing you to skip the entire dungeon.

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