Exodus Strength

I'm hoping that 208 isn't too hot. I don't want to have to use the 198 setting. I know they say 205 tops, but I doubt it's going to make much of a difference. I've been using 200 out of another boiler and it gets cold too fast. I'm going to give the 208 out of the Zojirushi a try tomorrow.

Someday I'll get the boys to sing their songs at the same time. Something magical will happen. I'm sure.

hsilman wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:11 am Have a SR800 coming for us.

I'd be interested in hearing how you like it

Hanley wrote: ↑Thu Jan 09, 2020 9:45 am

hsilman wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:11 am Have a SR800 coming for us.

I'd be interested in hearing how you like it

I roasted a bit too much just before it arrived, so it will probably be the tail end of next week before I get a chance to use it. Build wise it seems cool, I really like the chaff catcher design.

Are you guys roasting inside? If so, does your entire house smell like a coffee shop?

I was looking at the smaller version of the SR800, the SR540. It says it draws 1750 watts. I'd have to have that on a 20 amp circuit. I don't have many. . . . The SR800 says that it draws 1600. I'm not sure why it's less. Either way, that's flirting with tripping the 15 amp breaker.

iamsmu wrote: ↑Thu Jan 09, 2020 1:56 pm Are you guys roasting inside?

I'm ghetto. I use a heat gun and a bowl with my garage door cracked. The roast isn't very even...but I've actually come to like that...more interesting than mono-roast.

I roast inside next to a window with a fan pointing out. I used a popcorn popper until I got the SR.

Y'all got me curious. I don't know how good it will taste next week but I roasted about 6oz. I followed the instructions for the first roast. Had to monitor it the whole time, and I got paranoid and cooled the beans off a little soon. They are barely city roast and I usually aim for full city, or full city+. They are REALLY even, and there was barely any smoke and all the chaff was caught by the filter. So overall I'm super happy, I can probably get by with one 6-8oz roast per week and I look forward to experimenting with the heat and fan.

Looks pretty good

V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Start drinking espresso

V60 > Kalita imo. In particular, I found that the Kalita struggled with larger volumes.

Also a member of formerly popcorn popper now new SR800 gang, but having a hard time getting the SR800 dialed in. If I use enough fan to keep the beans moving it seems to take forever to get to first crack. Not sure whether I'm trying to do too big a batch or whether it's because I'm trying to roast outside in ~40-50 Fahrenheit weather. But I guess smoke is minimal enough that I should be able to try it indoors?

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Good feedback; I'll have to give the Wave a try.

Manveer wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:43 am

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Start drinking espresso

I do enjoy espresso drinks, but my wallet can't afford a daily coffee shop drink or a machine.

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 2:10 pm

Manveer wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:43 am

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Start drinking espresso

I do enjoy espresso drinks, but my wallet can't afford a daily coffee shop drink or a machine.

I just enjoy harassing @Hanley whenever possible.

I'll be honest, with the amount of effort I am currently putting into making my coffee, this $9 2lb bag of beans Costco had a single box of isn't bad. It's not good, but it's not bad.

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Why is it easier to mess up with the V60? They're both cones with filters.

Root wrote: ↑Sun Jan 26, 2020 1:10 pm

Hanley wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:15 am

HenryHokie wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:17 am V60 vs Kalita Wave; thoughts?

I have V60, but a local shop brews some really good coffee with a Kalita, and I'm wondering if it's a worthwhile buy.

They both make about as good a cup of coffee as you'll get. It's easier to mess up with the V60 (maybe my technique sucked), whereas the Kalita is pretty much dead-simple and mindless.

I prefer the Kalita

Why is it easier to mess up with the V60? They're both cones with filters.

The Kalita Wave is actually a flat bottom. After your fussy bloom, you just fill the filter to the brim, add a little water until you hit your target grams/ounces and wait.

I'd occasionally get shitty cups of coffee with the V60. The rate at which it filters seems pretty technique dependent

No idea if you can get your hands on this or not in your area, but Kalamazoo Coffee company has THE best coffee on the planet.

Or if you want a really high amount of caffeine, Death Wish. Which is also super tasty.

BeEfNBrOc wrote: ↑Sun Feb 09, 2020 7:51 pm No idea if you can get your hands on this or not in your area, but Kalamazoo Coffee company has THE best coffee on the planet.

Or if you want a really high amount of caffeine, Death Wish. Which is also super tasty.

I just grabbed a bag last week to try something new. You in MI? We have a few Michiganders here, but as far as I know I'm the only one in SE MI.

damufunman wrote: ↑Mon Feb 10, 2020 5:34 am

BeEfNBrOc wrote: ↑Sun Feb 09, 2020 7:51 pm No idea if you can get your hands on this or not in your area, but Kalamazoo Coffee company has THE best coffee on the planet.

Or if you want a really high amount of caffeine, Death Wish. Which is also super tasty.

I just grabbed a bag last week to try something new. You in MI? We have a few Michiganders here, but as far as I know I'm the only one in SE MI.

I'm from, and currently reside in Kalamazoo. Nice to see a fellow Michigander. Are you liking the coffee? Highly recommend Backpackers Blend.