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Old 10-30-2008, 09:00 AM   #21
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looking forward to getting this- I have some fancy stuff from Intellegensia arriving this afternoon.

Moo- I'm still interested in making the Cafe Cubano and supplying pics. Bring on the Bustelo!
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Old 11-01-2008, 04:54 PM   #22
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On it's way to our next contestant, DC 0308 0660 0000 6098 0095


Housekeeping stuff first.

My takes were nothing.

I added a handful of NC's to the baggies, and a couple of CC's for our pass leader.

I didn't like the fact that the Cubans were in a cigar box unhumidified, I removed them all (including the two unbanded ones), placed them in 5 finger baggies, put them back in the ziplock and added a water pillow for humdification.

The NC's, I just added my cigars, left them in the zip lock with their humi stick.

The Aeropress:

Well, I tried it with several types of beans, some espresso blends(Malabar Gold, Moka Kadir (sweet marias) and one of my own blends.

Thoughts?: In a pinch, not bad. Lets face it, I 'm spoiled with my gear so I can't say "Wow, it rocks me!"

Espresso it ain't. Good coffee, you betcha.

I also tried it with a plain old SO Yellow Bourbon bean done up to a City Plus roast. Very good cup of Joe it made. Better than my French Press? Different, each good in their own way.

Would I buy one? Probably not. Most of my coffee drinking these days is made with my Anita, that which isn't is done in the French Press. I think the press is a little more straightforward and quicker to use, so the Aeropress aint' gonna replace that.

In my new job I don't travel anymore, so taking it on the road is not even a consideration. If I were still traveling it might be an option, so if jobs change again I'll rethunk it.
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Old 11-03-2008, 01:16 PM   #23
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The box with the rather strange contents are here! I'll post pictures when I send this out later on in the week.
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Old 11-05-2008, 05:29 PM   #24
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So far so good. i've been pressing Black Cat Espresso 2-3 times a day via areopress. I make all my coffee at the office- this thing is a breeze to clean. Im even able to get a slim touch of fake crema.

As long as no one opposes- I would like to keep this for the weekend and ship it out Monday.

On a side note- at least 10 people have asked me if I had "Swedish Made Penis Enlarger" on my desk.

I swear its not mine.
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Old 11-05-2008, 07:22 PM   #25
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So far so good. i've been pressing Black Cat Espresso 2-3 times a day via areopress. I make all my coffee at the office- this thing is a breeze to clean. Im even able to get a slim touch of fake crema.

As long as no one opposes- I would like to keep this for the weekend and ship it out Monday.

On a side note- at least 10 people have asked me if I had "Swedish Made Penis Enlarger" on my desk.

I swear its not mine.
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Old 11-06-2008, 05:32 AM   #26
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So far so good. i've been pressing Black Cat Espresso 2-3 times a day via areopress. I make all my coffee at the office- this thing is a breeze to clean. Im even able to get a slim touch of fake crema.

As long as no one opposes- I would like to keep this for the weekend and ship it out Monday.

On a side note- at least 10 people have asked me if I had "Swedish Made Penis Enlarger" on my desk.

I swear its not mine.
Are you finding the "smooth" factor a plus or a distraction?
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Old 11-06-2008, 10:10 AM   #27
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sounds like youse guys are having a blast
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Old 11-07-2008, 06:48 AM   #28
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Are you finding the "smooth" factor a plus or a distraction?
I find it a plus, also the depth of flavor, even when mixed with say 50-100% more water a great cup of coffee.
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Old 11-07-2008, 07:07 AM   #29
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Ive been pressing double shots of "espresso". Its super smooth- I agree with Hardcz in saying it helps the aroma and flavor because its so smooth. I still prefer real espresso, but this is almost as good.
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Old 11-07-2008, 08:34 AM   #30
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Does anyone else want in or is this the final, complete list?

The AeroPress AeroPass continues at the speed of mud. I remind you, this pass isn't meant to be fast. Take whatever reasonable time you need to field test the AP.

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Old 11-10-2008, 04:57 AM   #31
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Does anyone else want in or is this the final, complete list?
Ya'll can drop me from the pass so those below me can get a turn quicker. I am the slightly impatient new owner of an Aeropress now.
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Old 11-10-2008, 12:13 PM   #32
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Ya'll can drop me from the pass so those below me can get a turn quicker. I am the slightly impatient new owner of an Aeropress now.
Congrats, what are your thoughts on it?
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Old 11-10-2008, 08:28 PM   #33
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Does anyone else want in or is this the final, complete list?
Just saw this thread. I love a good cup of coffee, but I haven't gone much beyond a 'grind and brew' drip machine and a Saeco Aroma machine. Please add me to the list if there's a spot left!
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Old 11-11-2008, 05:25 AM   #34
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Drop the U'mag. Good bye. Brew on. Brew on...
Add that thar Hokie. Welcome.
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Old 11-11-2008, 05:44 AM   #35
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Good Golly and I thought I was bad about posting pics
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Old 11-12-2008, 02:29 PM   #36
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It's hard taking pics at the office- I promise I'll have some before I ship out.
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Old 11-14-2008, 08:25 AM   #37
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here we go with the pictures:



2 scoops, water to level 2, plastic spoon, fancy UB mug


after the suggested 10 seconds of mixing


temporary fake crema


final product- about 30 seconds later.

Conclusions:

I ran Black Cat Espresso and El Diablo dark roast through this for 2 weeks. The Espresso blend was awesome- really brought out the flavors and aromas, excellent "espresso". I would buy this over a Mokapot for Espresso only.

With that being said, I'm sticking with the french press for day to day operations, but asking Santa for an Aeropress.

I don't have any takes or puts for the pass. This is going back out this afternoon DC: 0308 0070 0001 9474 6973.

Thanks to MOO for running the show.
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Old 11-16-2008, 10:01 AM   #38
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Congrats, what are your thoughts on it?
I haven't used it alot but I really like it so far. Definately don't regret the purchase one bit. Easy to learn, brews good coffee, cleans easy, and it didn't break the bank. I'd really like to find an adapter of some kind to brew directly into my Stanley thermos when I'm out of town. Other than that me and the Aeropress are at one.
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Old 11-19-2008, 10:03 AM   #39
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GrtndpwrflOZ- did you get this?
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Old 11-26-2008, 01:41 PM   #40
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