COFFEE: What are you drinking?

[BSB]

The last of the Sumatran, still really good. I'll roast tonight for tomorrow, prolly a Kenyan.

[Blak Smyth]

Peruvian Bean Cappucino

[BSB]

New coffee! Kenya Nyeri AB Gatomboya :cf1 Roasted 13 hours ago to FC, drip, SO. I love the twang of a good Kenyan and this one has it. Reminds me of the twang in Cuban cigars :2 It's juicy and sweet, with a long citrus finish that is loaded with grapefruit. Really nice cup! So glad to be drinking something new :noon from SM
On a side note, it is an interesting challenge to drip brew a pot of coffee when it is this fresh. The bloom wants to rise right out of the coffee maker.

[Chainsaw13]

So I've come to the conclusion that I don't like Starbucks coffee. Had a few while out of town as its the only decent cup in Buenos Aires. And that's not saying much.

[BSB]

So I've come to the conclusion that I don't like Starbucks coffee. Had a few while out of town as its the only decent cup in Buenos Aires. And that's not saying much.

:cl :tu

[forgop]

Found the order from GCBC on my doorstep when I got home from work this morning. I quickly opened the box and immediately fired up 12 oz of Ethopian Sidamo Natural to FC+. Gonna roast 12 oz more shortly. :tu

[BSB]

Pressed a pot of Monkey blend before church, was awful :confused: don't know if it was tap water, old beans, what, but it was bad.
Dripped a pot of Kenyan when we got home and it was very good. Not as good as yesterday, but very good.

[BSB]

The Kenyan, with 2 1/2, very nice!

[MarkinAZ]

...at this time, a cup of Cafe Bustelo with two tsp of turbanado sugur and a good splash of half n half:tu

[forgop]

Cold brewing a batch of Ethopian Sidamo Natural roaster at FC+ for the morning. Looking forward to it.

[Blak Smyth]

Tanzanian Peaberry Caramel Cappuccino

[Chainsaw13]

Ethiopia Sidama Deri Kochoha - roasted last night to FC. Wow, can't wait to try this one tomorrow.

[BSB]

The last of the Kenyan, 3 1/2, just excellent!

[Patrick B]

French pressed Tanzanian Peaberry. Wired.

[Chainsaw13]

French Press Ethiopian. Wow, even better today after 36 hours from roasting. Time to order more.

[BSB]

New coffee! Costa Rica Chirripo Los Crestones - Finca Alaska :cf1 Roasted 12 hours ago to city+, drip, Silk. Really nice, smooth, sweet, a little mild. Dried fruits and chocolate, who could ask for more.

[forgop]

Wow, even better today after 36 hours from roasting.

So, what's everyone's take on optimum window of resting time after roasting? I find myself often roasting for the next day but thought if try to get ahead of the game a bit.

[BSB]

Varies from coffee to coffee. Some are rocking good at 12 hours, others seem to peak from 36 to 48. Bottom line is, you don't want it to get too old, a week at tops for me. Usually no more than 4-5 days.

[Mr B]

I'm with Bob. I like to try them at all different stages of rest. They really change alot in the first 1-3 days. I like to roast enough that will last me about 5 days, 7 at the most. Also, some beans take a longer rest, better. Sumatra's do well with the 3 days of rest, where the Costa Ricans (to me) are better with 1-2 days of rest.
I usually roast (for myself) 4 different 1/4 lb batches and rotate through them each day during the week.

[Mr B]

Broke my $20 Bodem Press this morning :mad:. Second one in about a year. The glass is so dang thin. It just tipped over (empty) and completely smashed on the counter.
Sooooo, coffee this morning in the ol Dripper. Sumatra Toba Batak Peaberry at FC. Very tasty. Notes of Vanilla and baking spice.

[BSB]

http://www.greendepot.com/greendepot/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=Caf%C3%A9+Style+4-Cup+Coffee+Tea+Press&pf_id=CAFEPRESS&dept_id=4800
This is my press. I didn't shop this for lowest price, I won mine from Unclebeanz. And love it, very durable.

[Dave128]

Broke my $20 Bodem Press this morning :mad:. Second one in about a year. The glass is so dang thin. It just tipped over (empty) and completely smashed on the counter.
Sooooo, coffee this morning in the ol Dripper. Sumatra Toba Batak Peaberry at FC. Very tasty. Notes of Vanilla and baking spice.

My wife and I enjoy using our Bodem on the weekends (we use our Kuereg during the week). We generally fill a pot with water and heat it on the stove then pour the hot water into the press. What method do you use for heating your water? I'm wondering if there may be a more efficient way of doing it.

[Chainsaw13]

I don't really try to think about resting times honestly. I roast about one 1/2lb batch a week and drink it every day until it's gone. So I get to see what it tastes like as it progresses over time. This Ethiopian just really blew me away with the flavor as i tend to gravitate towards the Colombian/Brazillian beans. And coming back from SA last week, I'm stuck on the liquid jet fuel they serve.

[Mr B]

http://www.greendepot.com/greendepot/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=Caf%C3%A9+Style+4-Cup+Coffee+Tea+Press&pf_id=CAFEPRESS&dept_id=4800
This is my press. I didn't shop this for lowest price, I won mine from Unclebeanz. And love it, very durable.

Very Nice. Does it hold the heat very well if you dont drink the whole pot right away?

[Mr B]

My wife and I enjoy using our Bodem on the weekends (we use our Kuereg during the week). We generally fill a pot with water and heat it on the stove then pour the hot water into the press. What method do you use for heating your water? I'm wondering if there may be a more efficient way of doing it.

Monday thru Friday I use my press at work. We have a Heated and cooled Alhambra water jug here. The Hot water is the perfect temp.
On the weekends, I use my press at home and heat my water in the microwave.

[BSB]

Very Nice. Does it hold the heat very well if you dont drink the whole pot right away?

I don't know. It makes about 2 big cups, I pour one in my cup and the other into my thermal carafe. I don't leave it in the press, I heard that will make over strong, bitter coffee. But it is a nice thick ceramic, I'm guessing it might hold the heat for a little while.

[Mr B]

Even though I said "if you dont drink the whole pot right away" the real reason I was asking if it held the heat is that during the winter, my warehouse gets real cold. My F.P. can loose alot of heat during the brew time. I am thinking about making some sort of insulated box out of styrofoam to put it in while it brews, LOL.

[BSB]

I see, makes sense. It should do pretty good for you. Better than that thin glass, one would think.

[timj219]

Even though I said "if you dont drink the whole pot right away" the real reason I was asking if it held the heat is that during the winter, my warehouse gets real cold. My F.P. can loose alot of heat during the brew time. I am thinking about making some sort of insulated box out of styrofoam to put it in while it brews, LOL.I've got a stainless steel press that holds the heat beautifully. I really like it. http://www.planetarydesign.us/categories.html?cataction=tabletops
Frieling also makes one.

[BSB]

I've got a stainless steel press that holds the heat beautifully. I really like it. http://www.planetarydesign.us/categories.html?cataction=tabletops
Frieling also makes one.

Now this looks like your ticket, Mr B :h5

[Chainsaw13]

I might have to pick up one if these. Been looking for one with a larger capacity. That 48oz looks about right.

[Mr B]

I've got a stainless steel press that holds the heat beautifully. I really like it. http://www.planetarydesign.us/categories.html?cataction=tabletops
Frieling also makes one.

THAT does look good. Thanks for the link.

[forgop]

Damn...received my order of 10 # of Negrita from Unclebeanz today. So much for roasting them on my own for fresh coffee as it was all roasted on 12/14.

[Blak Smyth]

Damn...received my order of 10 # of Negrita from Unclebeanz today. So much for roasting them on my own for fresh coffee as it was all roasted on 12/14.

Wow you got 10 pounds of roasted coffee? Sounds like you need to unload that quick as I doubt anybody could drink that much while it is still fresh.

[forgop]

Wow you got 10 pounds of roasted coffee? Sounds like you need to unload that quick as I doubt anybody could drink that much while it is still fresh.

Yeah, I sent him a PM about it. Invoice clearly shows the $7.00/lb price rather than the $11.15/lb price for roasted.

I'm sure it'll still be good coffee by the time I get around to it, but still, it's just the hassle of not roasting it myself and I might have gone perhaps a bit darker. It smells wonderful, but I might only get through 2# before it is no longer "fresh".

[Blak Smyth]

Drinking espresso after espresso after espresso...

Peru

[forgop]

He already left me a voicemail from the message I sent. They're shipping out a batch today and wants me to keep a bag and then return the rest at his expense. I knew he'd take care of it, but he was lightning quick. Glad he's a member of the Asylum.

[BSB]

Yeah, I sent him a PM about it. Invoice clearly shows the $7.00/lb price rather than the $11.15/lb price for roasted.

I'm sure it'll still be good coffee by the time I get around to it, but still, it's just the hassle of not roasting it myself and I might have gone perhaps a bit darker. It smells wonderful, but I might only get through 2# before it is no longer "fresh".
That is a HUGE bummer mistake for Norman :hn It is gonna cost him plenty to make this right.

Pressed a pot of the Costa Rican today, very nice, better body.

[forgop]

That is a HUGE bummer mistake for Norman :hn It is gonna cost him plenty to make this right.

As mentioned above, he left me a VM within 30 minutes or so of me sending him an email from my invoice acknowledgment. Mistakes happen and while I'm bummed it happened, he's doing everything to take care of me and i wouldn't hesitate to order from him again in the future. :tu

[Mr B]

Glad to hear he took good care of you Duane

[Mr B]

This morning it was Rwanda Nkanka Kinyaga at FC. I had to use the Dripper w/ paper filter (F.P. is broken). It basically sucked. I just had this 2 days ago in my Press and it was awesome. Tasted like a good Hard Candy. Today it just tasted like ho-hum coffee. Gotta get my new press. Luckily I have another one at home. Will have to start bringing that to the office and then back home on the weekends.

[forgop]

Glad to hear he took good care of you Duane

Santabeanz is his alternative ID. :D

Bombs away!

[Blak Smyth]

I may have to try and use them, what happens when a mistake is made says more about a company than anything else. Glad to hear it was taken care of.

[BSB]

This morning it was Rwanda Nkanka Kinyaga at FC. I had to use the Dripper w/ paper filter (F.P. is broken). It basically sucked. I just had this 2 days ago in my Press and it was awesome. Tasted like a good Hard Candy. Today it just tasted like ho-hum coffee. Gotta get my new press. Luckily I have another one at home. Will have to start bringing that to the office and then back home on the weekends.

You need to get a "gold" filter for your drip. Makes a world of difference. The test being, use the gold for a week, then use paper again. You will never go back to paper.

[Mr B]

:tu

[forgop]

How long will green beans last before it starts to decline prior to roasting?

Unclebeanz came out with a 25% off and free shipping for orders > $125 with code santa25 between now and Christmas.

Finished my first cup of Negrita out of the French press and I'm thinking a 25# order is necessary. I've probably roasted 20 different greens (including Kona) and this is my best cup all year. :tu

[BSB]

Negrita is the BOMB!
Different theories on how long, and it does vary by bean. Cool dry conditions are best, 6 months to a year. Some say, vacuum packed and kept in the freezer will extend life.
Today I did the Costa Rican, in French press, and drip with a gold. Both are excellent, no discernible difference. And, this coffee seems to have improved with the extra rest (2 1/2 days), body increased, balance is better, nice sweetness.

[novasurf]

Kenya AA SL 28, fantastic.

[BSB]

Kenya AA SL 28, fantastic.

Sure nice to see you posting again, Norman :tu :cf2

[BSB]

The Costa Rica, with 3 1/2, just a fine cup of coffee.

[novasurf]

Ethiopian Tchembe. Banana peel, strawberry (just at the point where you bite into it but it needs about two more days to ripen) dry cocoa. Nice.

[Chainsaw13]

I have to say Ethiopian coffee is quickly becoming my fave. This batch of Sidama still tastes great 5 days after roasting.

[forgop]

I have to say Ethiopian coffee is quickly becoming my fave. This batch of Sidama still tastes great 5 days after roasting.

I tried an Ethopian Yirgacheffe in my french press earlier in the week that was very good and I've roasted a couple batches of Sidama Natural this week. Great stuff.

[jonumberone]

Johnson Brothers Twisted Espresso Blend

[novasurf]

Negrita. Enough said.

[BSB]

Pressed a pot of Brazil Bob-o-link, before heading off to church. It's an awesome service and you can watch online at 9 & 11 MST http://www.newlifechurch.org/nlclive.jsp
Hey, the coffee was pretty good, too :D My 1st try.

[BSB]

Brazil Bob-o-link :cf1 roasted 36 hours ago to FC, drip, Silk, very nice cup.

[novasurf]

Jamaican Blue Mountain, Grade One. Beautiful.

[BSB]

Brazil Bob-o-link with 2 1/2, just excellent! :cf1 Merry Christmas!

[MarkinAZ]

Merry Xmas Bob:tu

Peet's Coffee - Uzuri African Blend with a few left over Walnut squares that my wife baked for last nights pig out feast.

I do not usually purchase coffee at the big name stores, but needed some whole beans for last night, and this turned out to be some pretty darn good mud...

[forgop]

I've had a full french press of Unclebeanz Negrita (again) along with some nespresso made Ethopian Yirgacheffe. I'm going to turn into the great Cornholio soon.

[Garbandz]

did a co-roast of malabar and sumatra, to full city.really not fond of either alone,together they make beautiful music.........
Also roasted up some Peru, and some Yunnan {china} peaberry,the peru is almost smokey,the Yunnan is earthy and has a dry finish.both to city + roast........

[cigarislife]

I'm into Starbucks

[Blak Smyth]

I've had a full french press of Unclebeanz Negrita (again) along with some nespresso made Ethopian Yirgacheffe. I'm going to turn into the great Cornholio soon.

http://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/cbea42524e0f11e2a77722000a1fbc49_7.jpg

Thanks to Duane!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BSB]

I'm into Starbucks

Oh well :sh

[BSB]

http://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/cbea42524e0f11e2a77722000a1fbc49_7.jpg

Thanks to Duane!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

VERY NICE!
Brazil Bob-o-link, roasted 84 hours ago, excellent. I am so impressed with this coffee, I'm giving it a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! A real crowd pleaser :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Oh well :sh

Haha my thoughts too. Although I did enjoy many years of Caramel Fraps!!!

[MarkinAZ]

Oh well :sh

...:r:tu

[BSB]

Haha my thoughts too. Although I did enjoy many years of Caramel Fraps!!!

I think, their specialty drinks, can be okay. Honestly, I don't really know. But, as for real coffee :pu

[BSB]

New coffee! Guatemala Antigua El Inteligente Pulcal :cf1 Roasted 20 hours ago to scant FC, drip, Silk. Excellent cup!

[Blak Smyth]

I think, their specialty drinks, can be okay. Honestly, I don't really know. But, as for real coffee :pu

Exactly my thoughts. The regular coffee is terrible, even McDonalds is better. But they do make some good specialty stuff.

[forgop]

But they do make some good specialty stuff.

How does one make good specialty stuff with the exact same beans/coffee if their regular stuff is crap?

[Blak Smyth]

How does one make good specialty stuff with the exact same beans/coffee if their regular stuff is crap?

The specialty stuff hides/masks the quality of the bean with other flavors.

[BSB]

Yup, load it up with sugar, flavors, foamed milk, whipped cream, and all that.

[pnoon]

I received some fresh roasted Unclebeanz Negrita roasted the week before Xmas.
Generally speaking, I find the fresh roasts to be not nearly full-bodied enough for my tastes.

However, this coffee is da bomb. Rich and full-bodied. Much more suited to my tastes. Props to Duane (forgop) for sending some my way.

Oh. I almost forgot. 95% of the time I drink my coffee black. No cream. No sugar. No nothin'.

[Blak Smyth]

Oh. I almost forgot. 95% of the time I drink my coffee black. No cream. No sugar. No nothin'.

That is the only way I drink "Coffee". :tu

I had some from Duane, it makes a good espresso as well.

[Dave128]

Monday thru Friday I use my press at work. We have a Heated and cooled Alhambra water jug here. The Hot water is the perfect temp.
On the weekends, I use my press at home and heat my water in the microwave.

Thank you.

[Mr B]

Generally speaking, I find the fresh roasts to be not nearly full-bodied enough for my tastes.


Hey Peter, so it's probably not the "fresh roasts" that you are finding not nearly Full-Bodied enough. You just like a darker roast level. Probably upwards of Full City +. More like Vienna or French roast.
:cf1

[pnoon]

Hey Peter, so it's probably not the "fresh roasts" that you are finding not nearly Full-Bodied enough. You just like a darker roast level. Probably upwards of Full City +. More like Vienna or French roast.
:cf1

You are probably right. But I have had darker roast levels that still seem light to me.

Thanks for the tip. I'll remember it when others are roasting for me.

[forgop]

Hey Peter, so it's probably not the "fresh roasts" that you are finding not nearly Full-Bodied enough. You just like a darker roast level. Probably upwards of Full City +. More like Vienna or French roast.
:cf1

The roasted Negrita I got from Unclebeanz is a little lighter than anything I typically roast at home. That said, I did find it to be great stuff. I'll probably take it to FC+ the first batch I roast. I have 10# of green on hand and another 15# of Negrita and 5# of the Green Beso Espresso on the way. :D

[BSB]

The Guatemala Antigua, with 2 days rest, excellent!

[novasurf]

From UB: One other tip....try letting it rest longer....put it away until next week. Then try it.
We just finished a perfect cup of Kenya AA. Love this bean!

[BSB]

From UB: One other tip....try letting it rest longer....put it away until next week. Then try it.
We just finished a perfect cup of Kenya AA. Love this bean!

When did you roast this Norman? I been pretty much drinking within 4-5 days for best flavor.

[novasurf]

BSB...12/17 or 12/18. It does not need more rest, LOL.

[BSB]

BSB...12/17 or 12/18. It does not need more rest, LOL.

WOW! Anything that old is garbage to me :confused: Course, I never have anything that old.

[BSB]

The Guate, with 3, excellent!! Ultra smooth, this is a great cup. Highly recommended!

[MarkinAZ]

Some Cafe Bustelo, 2 tsp of Turbinado sugar, and some half n half:dr

[novasurf]

I miss Bustelo! Mark do you make it in a colador?

[BSB]

I miss Bustelo! Mark do you make it in a colador?

WOW! Serious? Must be an acquired taste ;)

[MarkinAZ]

I miss Bustelo! Mark do you make it in a colador?


:D...Actually, from a can Norm:tu

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg271/markinca1953/Picture034.jpg

[ironchefscott]

Some very citrus y Ethiopian from Case Study in Portland, OR.....

[novasurf]

In my town they sell it in vacuum sealed bricks and the can. They used to sell it in almost brown paper bag material. That aroma leaking through the bag drove sales, but after a short while, that coffee was very stale. My family drank Bustelo all of the time. I grew up on it. Great memories.

Mark....this is a colador (aka "the sock").

http://www.cubanfoodmarket.com/mm5/graphics/00000002/col40401l.jpg


You put the desired amount of coffee in it, hold it over your cup, then pour hot water in it and let it drip in the cup. Then add 6 sugars...LOL.

[BSB]

Pressed a pot of Monkey blend before heading out to church, pretty good. You can join us online at 9 & 11 MST, it's an awesome service, hope you check it out http://www.newlifechurch.org/nlclive.jsp

[Chainsaw13]

Jamaican BM. Wow, just plain wow. This is even from a light roast (used the wrong program on the Behmor). Can't wait to see what it tastes like with a slightly darker roast.

[Espresso]

Every morning I enjoy a few cups of Cafe Duran. As can be seen by my screen name. I may be obvious what I do. I love my cigars but I live for the bean.

Currently have eight types of coffee. From cafe Duran to green label geisha. Six methods to brew. Many say I make the best coffee in Panama. But I would not go that far. I make it with love. Not love of a profit.

[ironchefscott]

about to go to my favorite coffee shop and drink this.....awesome coffee....hope my cut and past from their website does not offend anyone
KILENSO
ETHIOPIA

One of the smallest villages in the Borena Hagermariam District is Kilenso Mokonissa. The village is home to 50 thousand people who grow this coffee using organic practices but currently lack organic certification. Usually this coffee is blended and sold under the name “Ardi”. After talking with our importer we had this lot separated and sorted. 40 bags of coffee were selected and put into grain pro bags at origin. The exporter decided to enter the coffee into the annual Ethiopia Taste Of Harvest Competition where it took 2nd place honors this year. We are excited and humbled to have the opportunity to roast and brew this coffee.

PRODUCER: Kilenso Mokonissa Cooperative
LOCATION: Borena Hagermariam, Sidama [map]
VARIETAL: Heirloom
ALTITUDE: 1750 – 1800 Meters
PROCESSING: Natural
TASTE NOTES: Berry / Chocolate / Melon

[MarkinAZ]

In my town they sell it in vacuum sealed bricks and the can. They used to sell it in almost brown paper bag material. That aroma leaking through the bag drove sales, but after a short while, that coffee was very stale. My family drank Bustelo all of the time. I grew up on it. Great memories.

Mark....this is a colador (aka "the sock").

http://www.cubanfoodmarket.com/mm5/graphics/00000002/col40401l.jpg


You put the desired amount of coffee in it, hold it over your cup, then pour hot water in it and let it drip in the cup. Then add 6 sugars...LOL.

Yes, the sock! My In-laws retired in Costa Rica in a small town named Samra, which is located on the West coast on the Pacific ocean. My mother in-law used the sock too in preparing some very delicious Tico coffees during our three week stay at that period in time.

Since I'm the only coffee drinker in the family, I use a Melita One cupper with a #2 brown filter. Been doing so since 1984. In fact, I still make coffee from that original One cupper. When I want to drink something other than "black" coffee, I use the following recipe: 2 tsp of Turbinado sugar in a 10-12oz coffee cup, 4 tablespoons of Cafe Bustelo in the #2 filter, pour hot water gently into filter and fill the cup up about 50-60% with fresh coffee, stir until the Turbinado dissolves in the coffee, and pour in some half n half until almost about 1/3" from the top, stir gently and enjoy:dr

I really enjoy the marrying of the Bustelo, Turbinado, and Half n Half. The Turbinado lends a carmelized flavor to the combination:tu

One of these fine days, I'll have to get with the program and attempt to make some Cuban coffee...

[BSB]

Just a pot of Monkey blend, it's okay. Roasting today.

[Espresso]

http://media11.dropshots.com/photos/849026/20121231/b_124952.jpg

[MarkinAZ]

^^^Is that a 3 cupper Tom?

[ironchefscott]

Drank some Honduran from sterling roasters in portland OR
good stuff
http://sterlingcoffeeroasters.com/

[whodeeni]

The roasted Negrita I got from Unclebeanz is a little lighter than anything I typically roast at home. That said, I did find it to be great stuff. I'll probably take it to FC+ the first batch I roast. I have 10# of green on hand and another 15# of Negrita and 5# of the Green Beso Espresso on the way. :D

Do you guys ever make youtube video's when you're roasting your
own coffee? I'd love to see some methods and setups, etc..

[Espresso]

^^^Is that a 3 cupper Tom?
6 cup.

had it for about 15 years now.

[BSB]

New Year, New coffee! Nicaragua Finca La Tormenta :cf1 Roasted 22 hours ago to FC, drip, Silk, excellent!! Juicy, sweet, nice mouth. From SM.

[BSB]

The Nic, with 2, ultra smooth, sweet, very good. But not as good as yesterday.

[BSB]

The Nic, with 3, diminishing :confused: still a good cup, but losing it rapidly.

[BSB]

The last of the Nic, with 4, smooth, sweet and delicious.

[thebayratt]

Some "Great Lakes" blend I was gifted a while back. Not too bad

[Mr B]

Nicaragua Finca Maria-Miguel Angel Martinez at C/C+
Roasted 14 hours ago.
Awesome Cup! Nice Sweet, Juicy Citrus. Milk Chocolate, Nuts and fruit (cant put my finger on which fruit).

[BSB]

Monkey blend, not too bad. Roasting later today.

[novasurf]

Zelele, aeropress.

[Mr B]

Burundi Sogestal Kirimiro at City +.
Great cup. Juicy w/ light citrus, Cinnomin, Buttered Sourdough, Nutty.
Very Nice.

[dc_glidden]

Belle Espresso from Klatch Coffee here in Cali. Via Aeropress

[omowasu]

Lavazza In Blu, Espresso Grind

[gvarsity]

A kona kenya blend from J & S roasters in St. Paul. Very tasty.

[Mr B]

Yesterday was one one of the best beans I have had in a long time.
Ethiopia Dry Process Gr.1 Aricha at C+
This cup was loaded with blueberries and strawberries with a chocolatly background. Truely awesome cup. Bummer that it had a 2 lb maximum order and that it is gone now :(

[forgop]

I scored 16# of Ethopian Yirgacheffe at $4/lb. Great stuff.

[hazydat620]

with all this fancy coffee being drank I feel a little out of place saying.. Pikes place roast out of the Keurig.:lv

[novasurf]

Yesterday was one one of the best beans I have had in a long time.
Ethiopia Dry Process Gr.1 Aricha at C+
This cup was loaded with blueberries and strawberries with a chocolatly background. Truely awesome cup. Bummer that it had a 2 lb maximum order and that it is gone now :(

We offered this coffee (along with Beloya)for four consecutive years. Outstanding cup.

Our cup today was Ecuador Gold Cup winner (Nogal/Benedicion). Red bourbon and typica beans. Awesome.

[BSB]

I found my last pound of the Aricha :noon
Today, New coffee! Guatemala Huehuetenango Los Olivos :cf1 Roasted 24 hours ago to FC, drip, Silk. Very nice, bright, sweet cup. looking forward to cupping as this one rests. From Burman.

[Bondo 287]

Usually it's "plain ole" but I have been enjoying Cafe Godiva Caramel Arabica for my noontime cup. I'd recommend it, however must warn it will make your kitchen smell like Willkie Wonkas' house... Not necessarily sweet if you drink it black, though.

[BSB]

Um, to me, flavored coffees are like flavored cigars. No more need be said. Well, they both smell pretty good, I guess ;)

[Bondo 287]

Gotcha. I'm no connoisseur. Nice change-up for a Maxwell House man like me though. It's the little things that make my day... :tu

[BSB]

Gotcha. I'm no connoisseur. Nice change-up for a Maxwell House man like me though. It's the little things that make my day... :tu

You oughta seek out some fresh roast, just to find out what you are missing. Coffee is the most complex food on the planet. Properly prepared, it is an incredible experience. Not really expensive, when compared to the cost of a premium cigar, you can get a pound, for about the cost of 1 or 2.

[Mr B]

Hey Bondo, P.M. me your shipping address.

[Ahbroody]

Costa Rican La Minita

[BSB]

Hey Bondo, P.M. me your shipping address.

He prolly needs it ground :2 ;)

[Bondo 287]

He prolly needs it ground :2 ;)

I'm OK I have a grinder. Had some CAO Brazillia came as a freebie with a Famous order right before Xmas. I'll shoot Mr B a PM tonight.
It's very nice of you guys, Thanks ! :tu

[BSB]

I'm OK I have a grinder. Had some CAO Brazillia came as a freebie with a Famous order right before Xmas. I'll shoot Mr B a PM tonight.
It's very nice of you guys, Thanks ! :tu

Excellent!

[BSB]

The Guate, with 2, very nice. I love the way the brightness dims and the body increases, as the coffee rests :cf2

[Mr B]

Ethiopia Grade 1 Dry Process Yirga Cheffe Kochere at Full City + / Almost Vienna.
Very tasty. Lost of Blueberries. Syrupy mouthfeel. This one is great on the darker side.

[BSB]

Ethiopia Grade 1 Dry Process Yirga Cheffe Kochere at Full City + / Almost Vienna.
Very tasty. Lost of Blueberries. Syrupy mouthfeel. This one is great on the darker side.

Nice, I just got a pound of that :tu

[BSB]

The Guate :cf1 with 3, just excellent! A winner :tu

[BSB]

The end of the Guate, with 5, had to add a few grams of monkey blend to have enough. Pretty good cup. Roasting in a bit, some Nicaraguan, I think.

[Mr B]

One of my favorite home blends.
70% Papua New Guinea at FC+
&
30% El Salvador at C+

[BSB]

One of my favorite home blends.
70% Papua New Guinea at FC+
&
30% El Salvador at C+

Not much of a blender, that one sounds good.

[Mr B]

Today is Nicaragua Finca Maria Miguel Angel Martinez at Full City. Very nice bean. Lots of caramel with the right amount of citrus to make a juicy mouth feel.

[BSB]

New coffee! Nicaragua FTO Rio Coco :cf1 Roasted 22 hours ago to FC, drip, Silk. Nice, fairly mild, smooth, good chocolate. From Burman

[Mr B]

Funny because I always held back on ordering beans from Nicaragua for the longest time. I dont know why, but I did. Then last year I got a free lb form S.M. and really liked it. Since then I have ordered a few different kinds and liked them all.

[BSB]

Funny because I always held back on ordering beans from Nicaragua for the longest time. I dont know why, but I did. Then last year I got a free lb form S.M. and really liked it. Since then I have ordered a few different kinds and liked them all.

How the heck do you get a "free" anything from SM? I bet I've ordered $5000 worth of coffee and stuff from them, prolly more, and never got anything free :confused:
I like Nic coffees a LOT! :tu

[BSB]

The Nic Coco, with 2, stronger, richer flavor, very nice!

[Mr B]

How the heck do you get a "free" anything from SM? I bet I've ordered $5000 worth of coffee and stuff from them, prolly more, and never got anything free :confused:
I like Nic coffees a LOT! :tu


I actually got 8 lbs free, when I ordered my Behmore Roaster form them.
:tu

[Mr B]

Colombia Vereda Agua Blanca at FC.
Very Tasty. Lite coco, lite citrus and mild baking spices. Very good cup.

[BSB]

I actually got 8 lbs free, when I ordered my Behmore Roaster form them.
:tu

I see. I HAVE gotten those kind of deals from them, too. I guess I figured they weren't really free, just figured into the cost of the product.

[Mr B]

I see. I HAVE gotten those kind of deals from them, too. I guess I figured they weren't really free, just figured into the cost of the product.


Ya, me too. But I received beans that I would normally not have purchased, so it worked out great.

[BSB]

Ya, me too. But I received beans that I would normally not have purchased, so it worked out great.

True dat!
I bought a BUNCH of different beans, from Burman, before Christmas. They were damn near giving them away. Got some I wouldn't have otherwise tried. The Nic today is one of them.

[BSB]

The Nic Coco, with 3, has turned caramelly in both aroma and flavor, very nice!

[Mr B]

Having the Nicaragua Finca Maria Miguel Angel Martinez at FC again. What a great cup. Sweet Caramel and lite baking spices.

[BSB]

A FC+ Monkey Blend :cf1 roasted 3 days ago, very nice

[BSB]

New coffee! Costa Rica La Pastora :cf1 roasted yesterday to FC+, drip, Silk. Bright, smooth, citrus, good cup. Looking forward to this one as it rests and settles down.

[BSB]

The Costa Rican, with 2, has smoothed out nicely.

[BSB]

New coffee! Ethiopia Gr 1 DP Yiraga Cheffe Kochere :cf1 Roasted yesterday to just FC, drip, Silk. This is an excellent cup, sweet, fruity, chocolate, complex. From SM.

[ashtonlady]

Monkey mix for me today. Tomorrow is Eithiopian Harar Blue from Uncle Beans.

[hammondc]

Starbucks Blonde Roast. Good stuff.

[BSB]

Guatemala Huehue and Eth DP Yirg, both french pressed, both good.

[Chainsaw13]

SM's Liquid Amber, with some half/half. :cf2

[BSB]

SM's Liquid Amber, with some half/half. :cf2

What prep method did you use?
Ethiopia DP Yirg, with 4, very nice.

[Mr B]

New coffee! Ethiopia Gr 1 DP Yiraga Cheffe Kochere :cf1 Roasted yesterday to just FC, drip, Silk. This is an excellent cup, sweet, fruity, chocolate, complex. From SM.


I liked this one alot too.

[Mr B]

This morning was El Salvador Finca Siberia Bourbon at C+.
I love this one very soon after roasting to C+. This one has about 14 hours on it.
Nice Citrus and a Snickerdoodle taste.

[Mr B]

This morning is Ethiopia Gr.1 D.P. Yirga Cheffe Kochere at FC
Such a great cup. Full of fruit and coco. I use sugar and Silk Creamer and this cup tastes like you are drinking the Chocolate covered Blueberries from CostCo.

[FRANCO]

Dunkin donuts..with crmeme brulee..very nice...have a good day

[Rhino]

Pilon made at home by mi wife who makes coffee that you can stand a spoon in. 18 tablespoons of coffee to make two cups.

[BSB]

New coffee! Yellow Maui Kaanapali :cf1 roasted yesterday to FC, drip, Silk. A very nice blend of dry and wet processed beans. Sweet, smooth, complex, chocolate and fruit. Great body, this one should improve with rest.

[pektel]

Folgers. With milk and sugar. Thinking about trying some Cuban Coffee soon. Been reading about it today.

[BSB]

Folgers. With milk and sugar. Thinking about trying some Cuban Coffee soon. Been reading about it today.

They are about the same these days :eek: except Cuban is a LOT more expensive :D

[pektel]

They are about the same these days :eek: except Cuban is a LOT more expensive :D

The stuff I was reading about was an espresso-type of preparation, but adding sugar to the espresso puck before brewing.

[BSB]

The stuff I was reading about was an espresso-type of preparation, but adding sugar to the espresso puck before brewing.

So a Cuban "type" of coffee preparation, as opposed to actual Cuban coffee beans. Sounds interesting. I don't do any espresso, so no comment, on putting sugar, in the puck :confused:

[Bondo 287]

Today my Bondo Box was Bean Bombed by a Benevolent Mr B.
A light burning wood scent, with a trace of bent aluminum.

http://imageshack.us/a/img594/2900/mail2f.jpg

The contents say it's from the Bolivians or E.L.O. ( Ethiopian Liberation Organization ) ( Not the 70's rock group ) But I won't hear none of that ! This clever guise is Mr B's handwork I am sure !! Plus the return address is a van down by the river !

http://imageshack.us/a/img708/4044/dscn0832m.jpg

Thank You for the generous sampler ! The puffs will be enjoyed as well ! The only one of these I've ever had is the Tatuaje.
One or two of these are particularly interesting !
My wife wants to sample the coffees with me so I'll be cracking one of these beans tomorrow. Thanks Again !!

[Mr B]

No problem at all Brother. Enjoy!

[BSB]

Well done Mr B!
The Maui, with 3, very nice cup.

[novasurf]

A truly generous gesture, Mr. B.

[Bondo 287]

Proud to report I enjoyed the Ethiopia DP Yirga Cheffe Kochere Friday. Tried it black, then added just a little half and half. Mr B is right, this coffee is absolutely fantastic. I was very frugal with it, and was able to enjoy some again Saturday. The toffee and citrus notes were perfect. Paired Saturday's with a Hoyo de Monterray cigar since Mr B's cigars were stabilizing . I told the wife I needed to treat myself like this more often. I'll be looking for this blend... ! Two more blends to try. Boy education sure is delicious :tu

[Blak Smyth]

The stuff I was reading about was an espresso-type of preparation, but adding sugar to the espresso puck before brewing.

I thought of making Cuban Coffee as well but I am not a fan of that much sugar in anything.
Most Cubans use a Moka pot for this preperation and not machine made espresso.
The type I researched you put a ton of sugar into your cup, then ad a little moka espresso, stirring to make a thick mud.
Then top off with moka espresso and the mud creates a sweet and thick fake crema.

Came into the office this morning to make a nice cappuccino, went to the fringe and my milk was almost gone.
Somebody must have been using it for their own needs since I opened it yesterday and used exactly half so I would have enough for today.
I guess it's straight espresso today.

Nice hit on Micael Mr.B!

[Tredegar]

Via French Roast instant. This is about the strongest, smoothest Starbucks coffee I have ever tried. No burnt flavor or hint of bitterness. Truly enjoyable.

[BSB]

New coffee! El Salvador Finca San Francisco Natural Bourbon :cf1 roasted 2 days ago to just FC, drip, Silk. Super smooth, sweet, fruity, very nice! From Klatch.

[burninator]

Cafe Bustelo from my new moka pot. ZING!

[Bondo 287]

Finished off my Java Sunda this afternoon. Very nice .

[Mr B]

Glad you are enjoying them Mikael.

[Mr B]

This morning is Guatamala Puerta Verde Bourbon at City +. Loads of Salty Caramel in this one. Very nice Mandrin Citrus too. Very Good!

[ashtonlady]

Burman Coffee traders Jump Start Roasted to FC. It lives up to its name.

[BSB]

New coffee! Ethiopia Sidama:cf1 Deri Kochoha Roasted 15 hours ago to just FC, drip, Silk. Not your typical Ethiopian, tea, lemon acidity, dk chocolate, floral notes. A really nice cup. About time I got around to this one, I've had it since mid Dec :jd

[novasurf]

Sun dried blend of bourbon and caturra beans. Smooth, clean on 6 days rest.

[ashtonlady]

Dulcinea Blend roasted to full city. Thank you Uncle Beanz, it is a great blend to start my morning.

[Ahbroody]

Costa Rican Helsar Organic

[Chainsaw13]

CAO' Italia. First sip, not too bad.

[xFreebirdx]

Maxwell House and a "My Uzi" :)

[pektel]

I impulse bought a Breville Smart Grinder, because the price was too good to pass up (119.99). Sent the gf to Caribou to pick up a pound of beans (just let her pick, since I don't drink as much coffee as she does). But she decided to get Starbucks instead. Not a fan of any Starbucks product, but the grinder did an excellent job.

[BSB]

I impulse bought a Breville Smart Grinder, because the price was too good to pass up (119.99). Sent the gf to Caribou to pick up a pound of beans (just let her pick, since I don't drink as much coffee as she does). But she decided to get Starbucks instead. Not a fan of any Starbucks product, but the grinder did an excellent job.

WOW!! That's is a GREAT price :tu
Nicaragua Maracaturra Finca Los Granadillos, roasted to FC+, drip, Silk with 3 days rest, very nice cup, long, strong finish.

[Blak Smyth]

I have been roasting the Sweet Blue a hair further and it made all the difference in the espresso machine. I am drinking this bean everyday right now. Just ordered 10 more pounds and a couple pounds of Guat Decaf.

[Blak Smyth]

I have been roasting the Sweet Blue a hair further and it made all the difference in the espresso machine. I am drinking this bean everyday right now. Just ordered 10 more pounds and a couple pounds of Guat Decaf.

Oops I just realized I have been roasting Dattera espresso reserve, not the Dattera Sweet Blue:fp

[IronMann15]

Dunkin' Donuts Iced Coffee.. a very nice one.

[BSB]

Guatemala Volcan de Fuego Guacatepeque roasted 2 days ago to FC, cowboy style (boiled) Silk. A very nice cup.

[pektel]

Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Chelbessa from the press. Unsure of the roast level. Delicious.

Thanks, ironcheffscott. This is the first one I've tried. REALLY like it. :tu

[ironchefscott]

It was from stumptown. Most likely a lighter roast.


Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Chelbessa from the press. Unsure of the roast level. Delicious.

Thanks, ironcheffscott. This is the first one I've tried. REALLY like it. :tu

[forgop]

I impulse bought a Breville Smart Grinder, because the price was too good to pass up (119.99). Sent the gf to Caribou to pick up a pound of beans (just let her pick, since I don't drink as much coffee as she does). But she decided to get Starbucks instead. Not a fan of any Starbucks product, but the grinder did an excellent job.

I love the grinder, but for my use, it does a less than desirable job for getting it coarse enough for cold brewing. The grounds are still just a bit too fine that it really plugs up the filter. It does great for the french press.

One of these days I'll get it dialed in on the grind needed for my Nespresso and Keurigs to use it for something other than the most coarse setting.

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7347/9177358947_f087622949_z.jpg
Dattera Bruzzi Espresso Banana Nut Bread Latte last night for dessert

[FUEL]

I'm a suckerd for classic Hollywood films that are timeless and transcend generations... Fast and Furious 6.

[Blak Smyth]

I'm a suckerd for classic Hollywood films that are timeless and transcend generations... Fast and Furious 6.

Mmm that sounds delicious! :tu :cf1

[forgop]

Picked up this grinder on Craigslist today for $125. Can't wait to French press it and use it for my Toddy once again. https://imageshack.com/a/img12/5548/j17k.jpg

[Mr B]

Rwanda FT Dukunde Kawamusasa at FC+. Very nice. Smooth not bitter. Nice sweet, salty caramel notes.

[Blak Smyth]

Picked up this grinder on Craigslist today for $125. Can't wait to French press it and use it for my Toddy once again. https://imageshack.com/a/img12/5548/j17k.jpg

Awesome snag!



I am drinking an Americana with the Dattera Bruzzi Espresso.

[forgop]

I have 2 different batches of Jamaica Blue Mountain cold brewing. One in the Toddy and the other in the Hario. Going to do a taste test in the morning to choose my favorite.

[bretted432]

A little fancy blend I picked up on a trip to Peru. No idea what it's called (if it's even called anything!) but boy is it strong!

[shopkins82]

Grocery store Jamaican Blue Mountain "blend" (so probably 1% actual JBM) from a Moka Express 3-Cup. Comes out reasonably strong but still pretty darn smooth for a grocery store pre-ground.

[cobra03]

My MIL sent me a pound of Tanzanian peaberry coffee she bought from a charity event. I have never had it and wasn't sure how it would taste. The beans were real dry looking and on the smaller side. Glad I gave it a go. It was fantastic. just made the last of it yesterday.

[MarkinAZ]

Thread revival:D

A cup of Newhall Coffee Co. French Roast:cf1

[Garbandz]

brazil dark roast with a shot of Armagnac...........Call this a Fogcutter.........

[MarkinAZ]

El Salvador Molino de Santa Rita:cf2

[MarkinAZ]

Newhall Coffee Co. French Roast...

[MarkinAZ]

Costa Rica Peaberry...

[Gabe215]

Glass of milk with frozen Starbucks Columbian and sugar ice cubes!
http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a588/GabeP215/Mobile%20Uploads/54849D6D-C4A3-4A07-AA7A-7A82A0F4A79C_zps5bds3wjw.jpg (http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/GabeP215/media/Mobile%20Uploads/54849D6D-C4A3-4A07-AA7A-7A82A0F4A79C_zps5bds3wjw.jpg.html)

[Chainsaw13]

There's something wrong with your glass Gabe. :D

[pektel]

There's something wrong with your glass Gabe. :D

Because there's no vodka in it?

[hova45]

Blue Bottle coffee lately.

[MarkinAZ]

Green Mt Coffee "Three Continent Blend" from the Keurig...

[MarkinAZ]

:D... left-over El Salvador Molino de Santa Rita mixed with some Costa Rica Peaberry this morning... I enjoy the "Mutt" mix:cf1

[markem]

Ka'u peaberry kona from jdakine

[Scoo52]

Red Goat, Kaladi Brothers Anchorage AK. Amazing!! Never realized how much coffee is in Alaska.

[MarkinAZ]

Red Goat, Kaladi Brothers Anchorage AK. Amazing!! Never realized how much coffee is in Alaska.

Nice web page too:cf1

http://www.kaladi.com/index.cfm

[Mr B]

Burundi Muyinga Murago at C+/FC. Very nice. Lite citrus. Sweet. Buttered sourdough.

[Mr B]

Kenya Nyeri Gaturiri AA
At C+ / FC. Very nice. Smooth, baking chocolate & spice. Lite citrus.

[Mr B]

Ethiopia Yirga Cheffe Gedeo at FC. Deep, Strong flavor profile. Some Berry Fruit and a floral aroma. Very complex.

[cigarmarine]

best store bought brands for keurig

[TXRebel]

Cup of Killer Beans Brazilian Bombshell.

[Mr B]

Yemen Hanna Micro-Lot at FC+. Nice. I will probably only take this one to FC or less next time. The fruitiness got a little muted w/ the extended roast.

[MarkinAZ]

Colombia Viota Excelso FC - FC+. Silky smooth, a slight honey essence on the finish, and no hints of caramel as noticed after roasting the beans...:cf2

[Conch Republican]

Lately I have blended Celebese (Indonesian) and Costa Rican La Minita 50/50 - Both AWESOME in their own right....but together - it's even better!

[MarkinAZ]

Brazil Bobolink Brown. Following a 36hr rest after roasting, I had a cup earlier this morning while watching the rain, and now am enjoying another cup. This is really a good tasting coffee. However, maybe it is due to the fact that I'm also munching down some Krusteaz Honey Cornbread too:dr:cf1


Lately I have blended Celebese (Indonesian) and Costa Rican La Minita 50/50 - Both AWESOME in their own right....but together - it's even better!

Sounds like you have a nice blend Mark. What type of roast do you place on the beans?

[Steve]

Working from home today while waiting for my wife to finish up at the doc; a nice cortalito and appropriate sides.

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2014-12-05_Working%20from%20Home/2014-12-05_Working%20from%20Home%20001.jpg

[MarkinAZ]

That pizza looks good Steve. Wish I could reach through the laptop monitor and snitch it away:D

More Brazil Bobolink Brown this morning on this end...

Probably get around to making up the last box of Krusteaz Honey Cornbread later on:dr

Steve...Hope Holly is doing well my friend:tu

[Steve]

That pizza looks good Steve. Wish I could reach through the laptop monitor and snitch it away:D

More Brazil Bobolink Brown this morning on this end...

Probably get around to making up the last box of Krusteaz Honey Cornbread later on:dr

Steve...Hope Holly is doing well my friend:tu

She is doing extremely well Mark. Pathology from her surgery a couple of weeks ago came back this morning, all clear and benign!

[MarkinAZ]

She is doing extremely well Mark. Pathology from her surgery a couple of weeks ago came back this morning, all clear and benign!

...excellent news:tu

[emopunker2004]

Just got a 1/2 lb each of Nicaraguan Knifefight and Tanzanian Peaberry from Killer Beans. Will give a try Tuesday night at work

[Emjaysmash]

Probably abhorrent to the coffee purists, but I am drinking Starbucks Cafe Verona.

[MarkinAZ]

Probably abhorrent to the coffee purists, but I am drinking Starbucks Cafe Verona.

Nothing wrong with that EJ. Just finished brewing a cup of Cost Plus (World Market) Peruvian coffee. Good flavor!

Cowboys at Packers this week. Goooooo Packers:tu

[Conch Republican]

Finished a freshly roasted pound of Columbian (roasted by our very own Ted), and this week, Kona Peaberry from the South side of the Island.

[Dave128]

Green Mountain French Roast from my Keurig.

[Conch Republican]

Brazil Bobolink Brown. Following a 36hr rest after roasting, I had a cup earlier this morning while watching the rain, and now am enjoying another cup. This is really a good tasting coffee. However, maybe it is due to the fact that I'm also munching down some Krusteaz Honey Cornbread too:dr:cf1




Sounds like you have a nice blend Mark. What type of roast do you place on the beans?

I don't roast - they taste better green :r

I have a local place that has been roasting for years and so I get them from them - roasted and ready to go. They rarely last longer than 48 hrs post roast, so that helps...The Celebese is a darker roast and gets a nice oily sheen to them. The La Minita is a medium roast - I highly suggest trying them individually 1st - then together...:gary

[emopunker2004]

My hand burr grinder came in so I brought it, my aero press and Tanzanian Peaberry from Killer Beans to work with me tonight. So far I'm really loving this stuff.

[Chainsaw13]

SM's Monkey Blend, straight black thru a drip machine. Accidentally put one extra scoop of beans in the grinder. Hmm...I like it.

[MrJerry]

My hand burr grinder came in so I brought it, my aero press and Tanzanian Peaberry from Killer Beans to work with me tonight. So far I'm really loving this stuff.

I'm really glad to hear that the Killer Beans are working for you!

[MarkinAZ]

Trader Joe's House Blend this morning...

I'm really glad to hear that the Killer Beans are working for you!


Nice selection of roasted coffee's on your web page Jerry:tu

http://killerbeans.com/site/home.html

[afranco]

San antonio blend. Bought it at HEB really good

[longknocker]

My Favorite Starbuck's Blend, "Guatemalan Casi Cielo"!:dr:tu

http://store.starbucks.com/guatemala-casi-cielo/000185762,default,pd.html

[tsolomon]

Some Guatemala I roasted last weekend, very nice flavor.

[jrw]

Moka Sanani from Peet's.

[Chainsaw13]

DD decaf. Needed a hot drink for the smoke in the garage. Plus no more caffeine today.

[RWhisenand]

Palo Alto we brought back from Panama last week. Really good, light and nutty, no bitterness.

[Flynnster]

So after a few years of no coffee at all due to not wanting caffeine I had a wicked craving today. Stopped by my local roaster across the street and got a half pound of Swiss Water Process Decaf Viennese Roast.

Sweet lord have I missed this. Made a french press worth and am enjoying it as I speak. Sooooo good.

[Bluetick]

PoBoy Crack Coffee, 2 scoops Folgers black silk with 1 scoop Gevalia french roast. Something about this combo keeps people stopping in for another cup.