Coffee makers and grinders

[willtim]

Jura. Everything else is just dirty water.

 

[John2488]

Just curious what other people use as far as coffee makers and grinders. Currently I’m using a Bunn Speed brew platinum thermal and a krupps electric blade grinder.

There are some pros to the Bunn for sure. It brews really fast and I find the insulated pot is nice to take into my office full and refill my cup without having to make trips back and forth. I also find that the coffee tastes a bit more fresh if it’s in the pot for an extended amount of time.

The grinder has served me well for as cheap as it is but you don’t get consistent grind size.

The downside to the Bunn is I’ve found that the grind needs to be extremely fine in order to get bold coffee flavor. Coarse grinds will result in a pretty weak coffee. Basically I feel kinda stuck to one way of brewing with the current set up.

I will say that I’m not disappointed in the coffee that is made but was just curious of other setups people are using when buying whole bend and what your experiences are.


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Best decision I ever made was going back to a coffee percolator. There are a few options on amazon. Crazy hot coffee. Small-large pot size. Can put in fridge for next day and reheat with no flavor issues. Only 60 bucks. Do need to use 4” filters in addition to the filter basket.

 

[Mosby]

I don't grind beans any more and I am flexible on coffee brands. Folgers Columbia, Costco or Sam's Club store brand most of the time.
Caribou Coffee Mahogany is probably my favorite coffee but I only buy it if I see it at Sam's Club or it's on sale at the grocery store. I tend to buy the simplest coffee makers I can and I take a stove top percolator with me on camping and hunting trips. Coffee is a must have for me.

 

[CJF]

Aeropress
Porlex hand grinder
Desert Sun Sunrise Espresso Beans

It's a process, and I enjoy the process. Its portable so I can take it anywhere. The most common comment I get is that the coffee actually tastes like it always smells.

This is the way.

 

[Tater86]

I love my Timemore C3 hand grinder. I've found it has provided me the most consistent grinds of the grinders I have tried and its easy to take with you when camping or heading on a trip where you are able to take it along.

 

[renagde]

It doesn't get easier or more simple than a Baratza Encore grinder and a Technivorm or Bonavita coffee maker.

 

[ScottinPA]

I got a small perc after last coffee maker died. Youngest son started drinking coffee so it was too small unless you made multiple pots. Got a Cuisinart for Christmas that I like. I have a Braun grinder but for weekday it's Kirklands Columbian Dark. Also do cowboy coffee on the woodstove when out in the pole barn.

 

[bradmacmt]

Timemore C3

That's the handgrinder I use and generally with an Espro French Press.

 

[Jskaanland]

For a drip machine the Technivorm Moccamaster. There is a knockoff called simply good coffee I believe. The moccamaster is kinda pricey but brews very very good drip coffee and does it quickly. Amazon usually has then way cheaper for Black Friday or look for one used.

I have a Rancilio grinder which is way more than I’d ever spend but it was a gift and works very well.

What ratio do you use? I’ve been using an aero press and my wife bought me a Moccamster for Christmas. I can’t get it to taste anywhere as good as my aero press or chemex.

 

[LostArra]

Coffee and coffee gear is the great rabbit hole of the 21st century. Love 'em or hate 'em Starbucks and their char-roasted coffee and $10 drinks led the way.

Tariff talks concern me a little since the US produces zero coffee except for Hawaii's boutique Kona.
I roast my own but even the green coffee supply could get pricey.

Technivorm Moccamaster built it's reputation when it was the only coffee maker to heat water over 195 degrees. Now almost all coffee makers do it. I sold my 12 year old Technivorm (for $100!)

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[LostArra]

I can’t get it to taste anywhere as good as my aero press or chemex.

Tough ask for any drip coffee maker. You probably won't get it equal to the aero press or chemex.

 

[Bluefish]

Chemex, baratza encore grinder, bonavita kettle.

 

[atmat]

Tough ask for any drip coffee maker. You probably won't get it equal to the aero press or chemex.

This is correct. A quality drip coffee maker has a purpose as being simple and brewing high volumes.

Once you start brewing with niche makers and controlling individual variables, the whole game changes.

I have/had so many different brewers (including >$2k) and grinders (up to the $1k mark). In my opinion, the best daily driver is still a Moccamaster and Ode2.

 

[Thinkingman]

Does your coffee maker brew in spurts or slow? Mine basically runs hot water over grinds at a constant stream which is nice when you want coffee on the go.


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Mine is a typical drip coffee maker with a BOLD setting that makes it drip slower.
It came with a gold mesh cone filter that has stood up to daily use for many years.
I have the start timer set for before I wake up so I really don't pay attention to the process of coffee making.

 

[Bluumoon]

You fellas are advocating for weak coffee?! Light roast-like bud light? Cmon…..

Dark roast has less caffeine. More heat exposure = decreased caffeine from what I understand.

 

[Braaap]

What ratio do you use? I’ve been using an aero press and my wife bought me a Moccamster for Christmas. I can’t get it to taste anywhere as good as my aero press or chemex.

1:17. Don’t grind it too fine. I don’t know if you’ll equal the aero press or chemex. We bought the moccamaster because I was tired of brewing 4 or more pour overs every morning and just wanted a pot of good coffee that we could share. We still use the aero press, v60 or moka pot on occasion but I’m really enjoying having a pot of coffee.

 

[Thinkingman]

100%. Dark roast is for folks who don’t appreciate coffee.

If you've ever had acid reflux or esophageal spasms, you will learn that dark roast has much less acid than light roast.
Light roast also has more caffeine, so it's a mixed bag.

 

[atmat]

Dark roast has less caffeine. More heat exposure = decreased caffeine from what I understand.

If you've ever had acid reflux or esophageal spasms, you will learn that dark roast has much less acid than light roast.
Light roast also has more caffeine, so it's a mixed bag.

Both are correct. Increased roasting time breaks down both caffeine and chlorogenic acid.

SCA actually defines “strength” of coffee as a metric of coffee solids dissolved in liquid.

 

[Bluumoon]

Turns out our nerdiness is not limited to rifles/hunting.

 

[Whisky]

I have a Technivorm Mochamaster and Baratza Virtuoso grinder. I bought both based off a similar thread like this years ago. While the coffee is better than buying pre-ground Folgers ran through a $25 Walmart special coffeemaker, it is not noticeably better like I was expecting. My wife still uses it and now she wants a fancy, expensive machine. as she's not loving it anymore.

I'm currently using an Aeropress XL every morning for my 16oz of coffee and it is noticeably better than the drip coffee. It's an easy process with a Jetboil sitting at the ready. But only makes small batches.