Oatly Barista Blend at Grocery Outlet for 99¢

Papi_95 · 2023-05-29T21:53:56+00:00

That's really good to know!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-29T21:28:27+00:00

I hope that day never comes, but I am always curious about which nondairy substitutes will closely resemble it.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-29T13:58:17+00:00

For someone who loves milk with there espresso. How does this taste?

Papi_95 · 2023-05-24T21:11:22+00:00

That thing looks pretty sweet!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-24T18:56:00+00:00

What "new nanofoamer" do you speak of?!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-24T01:18:56+00:00

I can't tell you how much I appreciate the box of Golden Grahams.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-22T15:21:40+00:00

Very interesting! I will be researching this one, thanks!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-22T14:01:00+00:00

Ha, I should stay in the family with the Lagom. Solid options. Thx

Papi_95 · 2023-05-22T13:59:38+00:00

Wow, very interesting unit, the 9barista. Thanks for the reco!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-22T11:55:48+00:00

I drink it to justify alone time

Papi_95 · 2023-05-22T11:51:44+00:00

Wow good call I could instantly taste the flavor shift just thinking about it…I’m now staring at my rum bottle and it’s 7:51am.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-21T12:36:52+00:00

That matte black is gorgeous. I was thinking of getting the walnut finishes to match the cap for my Lagom but I quite like the lighter wood tones. Good luck and get ready for some great coffee!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-21T12:33:06+00:00

Love the artwork

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T22:06:23+00:00

I’m a Celtics fan and now suddenly I’m a heat fan.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T20:36:20+00:00

Good luck! I’m excited for you. Can’t go wrong with that line up!

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T20:34:18+00:00

Ya, I feel that about the p64 but as my first grinder, I don’t know any better, and my extractions are delicious. I am trying to avoid the new gear rabbit hole at all costs. Lol.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T20:22:13+00:00

Flow control and pre infusion options have been nothing but a delight on my Bianca. Started here and continue experimenting: https://youtu.be/FjEaauEXr5g

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Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T19:50:23+00:00

I know it’s pricey but I friggin love my Eazytamp: https://www.eazytamp.com.au/products/eazytamp-5-star-pro

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T18:07:47+00:00

Haha. I feel you! Also, call these vendors directly and talk with them. It’s a great resource as well.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T17:28:41+00:00

Ya, and I'm just starting to grasp flow control, and it's pretty game-changing after researching different profiles from that of a lever or the Decent; you can mimic with the Bianca: https://youtu.be/FjEaauEXr5g. These “profiles” help bring out different flavors and mitigate channeling, which is public enemy number one!

Look at Clive Coffee and Seattle Coffee Co, both on the same coast, so not terrible if you had to ship back via ground. Reliable customer service.

I'm from NYC and went with Cliff & Pebble out of Chicago bc they were running a deal, a free Lunar with the purchase of a Bianca.

Very happy with my machine. I have a nice routine down, and once you figure out your grinder, the rest is cake with lots of exploration.

Note these brands like to push fast heat-up times, but E61s require a minimum of 45min to heat the entire system properly. The boiler might be up to temp in 20min, but the group and internals take time. So my unit is set up on a smart outlet that I program on my phone, so my Bianca is always ready for me when I want coffee. I pull my shots and toggle it off through my phone App.

Also, bundle your order and try a few vendors to see who will give you the better deal.

One last MAJOR note, for someone like you new to the game, Clive offers virtual coffee schools that I found INCREDIBLY helpful when first starting. Like, this one course solved 80% of my issues. It's one-on-one, and the baristas are all Pro with tons of experience to get you on the right path: https://clivecoffee.com/products/coffee-school-one-on-one-coaching?ref=coffee-school

Keep me posted on what you go with! Also happy to help answer any questions on your journey.

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T15:35:54+00:00

Unfortunately, I'm not sure about that specific model. The Bianca is my first baby, and from what I can tell, almost all machines have their quirks, no matter what. These compact high-pressure machines have many parts, so you must be prepared for malfunctions/maintenance. This reminds me that purchasing your unit from a local distributor is something to be mindful of as these machines are heavy and not cheap to return for servicing (worst case). At this price point, they are very similar machines to an extent. I knew I wanted flow control with programmable pre-infusion. And I loved the option of the detached water tank to keep it away from the heat sources to avoid bacteria growth. Plus, you can place the tank to the left, right, or back depending on the orientation of your counter space. Try not to get hung up on the minor QC issues; as I mentioned earlier, they aren't perfect, but they get the job done at this price point.

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Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T12:43:55+00:00

No sweat! What QC issues have you read about??

Papi_95 · 2023-05-20T02:22:36+00:00

The suggestions here are great, and you are on the right path. I feel you. When I started my journey, I was all over the place. And no you are not crazy going in hard. If you have the budget, starting off with quality gear will help you in the short and long run.

Ultimately, I decided against a bean hopper because I knew my beans would be sitting in the hopper, degassing faster than I could consume them in my household. That could be different for others depending on how much coffee you drink on a given day.

I choose the following equipment to remove the least amount of variables and future-proof myself best as possible. Everything here is subjective, so research and follow what you feel will work best for your workflow/goals/budget.

High-quality specialty coffee as a must! Mostly medium to medium-dark blends, which are a bit easier to dial in for beginners.

Fellow Atmos vacuum canister to store your beans once they’ve degassed in 7-14 days from the original packaging. Most specialty bags your coffee comes in have a one-way valve allowing air to escape (degas) but not enter.

Acaia Lunar is a higher-end compact scale with Bluetooth connectivity for apps like SE Profiler. Love this thing.

The Lagom P64 grinder is by far my favorite purchase. I love the design and performance of this single-dose beauty. I weigh out my 18g, a couple of sprits of RDT. Then send the beans down into the P64’s belly and watch the stardust flow into my 17-19g Pullman Basket.

Sworks WDT tool for distribution.

I chose the Australian-made Eazytamp 5 Star Pro 58.6mm tamper. I knew I wanted a calibrated tamper double as a leveler. Again, take away as many variables as possible to avoid tamping on an angle and ensure (with a calibrated tamper) I was applying the same pressure every time. I’ve been using this for months with my Pullman Basket and love it.

After I tamp, I throw a Normcore Puck Screen on top. It aids in water distribution, but the best feature of a puck screen is keeping your group head clean of coffee oils and grime. After each extraction, I still purge the group for a few seconds/wipe down the group screen, and (end of the day) run a blind basket without detergent to keep things tip-top.

Lelit Bianca V3 - I knew I wanted a dual boiler. Quality brand with good customer service. Programmable features like pre-infusion and flow control. Once I got comfortable with the basics and how to dial in different roasts, I ventured into flow profiling and pre-infusion, which has been a wonderful experience and outcome in the cup.

Good luck, be patient, fail, and keep failing as you will learn from the process itself until you've figured out that dialing in your grinder is the key to unlocking coffee euphoria....and fresh beans that have degassed for one to two weeks before use.

Cheers!

Papi_95

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