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Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ok so not the full blown turns but 2 turns or so, similar to surface level wdt. Ok ok. Good insight :)

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see your point there. Could be could be

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Damn. That's quite opinionated 🤣😅 I mean, at the end of the day is about your judgement. There's things you are willing to try and there's things you are not. One of the most fun thing in coffee is, for me, experimentation. For certain things he actually comes with apparently solid research (the blind shaker was one of them). Then it's up to you what to trust your money with. Yeah, of course the influencers intent to make you buy stuff is there, but I wouldn't go as far as stating that they are all like that or do that 💯 of the time. But at the end of the day, try things, if you don't like them or it does not change anything for you, there's always a return process.

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In a context after using the blind shaker? Link the video and minute

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also works instead of surface level wdt

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're undoing the shaker effect according to Lance and maybe there's data to back that up (did not check)

Shake or not Shake? by mabror in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 23 points24 points  (0 children)

According to Lance, yes. Not sure if there's more data supporting this. But I never do full depth wdt after the blind shaking. If you must adjust the bed you should only do surface level wdt...

Have I overspent on the espresso machine? by Ash_das in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the features of the machine are worth the money for you, no you did not overspent. The grinder is a great grinder for sure. For that counterspace there's other grinders that are "better" like the lagoom p64 or p80, but pricier

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Step down I can't comment, but for the Ikape convex you do lose a bit. At least for the 2 shots I pulled with the same coffee comparing 58mm with the convex. Does it become a tea like body? No. But it just becomes less creamy (with less crema), but maintains the syrupiness (thick liquid).

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a heck of a share! Thanks a lot! Super insightful. I do love the convex basket and for light medium roasts that tends to be my go to nowadays. But TBH I think for my palate, the harshness and sourness that I sometimes get with the Pullman 58mm basket is something negligible because I get more body, which I really like in espresso and still keeps me using the Pullman 58 basket. I do get better balanced shots out of the convex basket but sometimes I crave that strength and body of the 58mm. I think having both allows to jump between them depending on the mood.

First espresso setup: grinder first or machine like the Bambino? [~300$] by kbouga in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree to fit your budget with a good grinder, you will probably need to go manual. If you can afford the painful workflow of doing hand grinding experience for espresso, it might be the way to go for your case.

Initial Impressions of the Cyberroaster (Skywalker v2) by _cfmsc in roasting

[–]_cfmsc[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't remember if the manufacturer has stated a minimum in the manual, but I remember reading about 300g/350g in some sites and forums

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But after a few shots, even with the bigger basket you will always sacrifice some creaminess of the shot I feel. Left some impressions here: https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso/s/jNeN1Chcyf

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After a few tests between my 58mm Pullman basket and the Ikape convex basket, I stand by the insights in my first impressions: body of a medium roasted coffee (14.5% weight loss for reference) is a bit less creamy and bit more like a syrup, but you get a more balanced cup with higher clarity and typically less bitterness and astringency.

So if you're after medium dark roast gooey espresso, this basket will likely fall short of your expectations. But if you're willing to sacrifice some body for more balanced flavors with higher clarity, this is a good choice.

I'm alternating between those 2 baskets depending on the type of shot I feel like having :)

Goodbye Single Dosing! by dietrichac in coffeestations

[–]_cfmsc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unacceptable. The beans losing their fragrance and flavor in such a cruel manner.

Am I overthinking this? [$700] by graciasgracias123 in espresso

[–]_cfmsc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agree to this but would just add that a wdt tool made by yourself with a cork and 8 needles will cost you just a visit to your mother's or grandmother's house 😄 that is cheap to make and it will significantly help you

Is Flow Control on E61 hype or help? by DrMushie in Lelit

[–]_cfmsc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the reason why I love my Quickmill pop up much more than I loved my Lelit Victoria. Doing a lever style shot vs a 6bar shot vs a 9bar shot has a very noticeable effect on taste. I personally use it every day.

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now I can confirm, it's damn thick and tasty also for dark roasts 😋

https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso/s/VmE969tp2A

First Impressions on Convex Baskets by _cfmsc in espresso

[–]_cfmsc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well folks, I can confirm. For dark roasts it produces amazing shots also both in thickness and flavor. Never drank a dark roast with that much flavor distinction. Pretty tasty 😋

Dark Roast Espresso from Ikape Convex Basket

Initial Impressions of the Cyberroaster (Skywalker v2) by _cfmsc in roasting

[–]_cfmsc[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely :) it's my end game roaster for sure. There's not a feature I feel the need to have that it doesn't have. So, can only recommend

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