I realize after my post that this conversation is exponentially difficult because grind sizes are not standard/or uniform and the Fellow in particular uses flat burrs. In the below spoiler is ultimately what I end up getting and what I'm starting to think, while good imo, is not ideal for a v60 and I'm curious how it compares to yours and others:
I realize after my post that this conversation is exponentially difficult because grind sizes are not standard/or uniform and the Fellow in particular uses flat burrs. In the below spoiler is ultimately what I end up getting and what I'm starting to think, while good imo, is not ideal for a v60 and I'm curious how it compares to yours and others:
I'll claim to not like sugary coffee drinks, until you give me Vietnamese iced coffee. Those are so so good.
I tried and wasn't super successful, but I think it's because I was trying to grind my own coffee. I believe you really need a super fine grind to get the coffee to foam up properly.
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I was literally eyeing this machine this morning but it doesn't have a built-in frother.
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Yeah I'll be getting rid of it and the others honestly.
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Ok got you. I'm new to the fancy machines hah. Appreciate the suggestions and I'll take a look!No that looks to be a coffee machine first that does other drinks. I'm more refering to expresso machines that can also do other drinks.
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The ones I was more looking at were the Philips units (specifically the ones with the wand steamer instead of the latego).
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I sadly don't exactly remember the models I tried in the past (pre covid) when a few airbnb had them (I think they were miele units).
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Even on the finest setting of my grinder, I couldn't make Turkish coffee properly. I recommend trying to find Mehmet Efendi coffee - it's the most popular coffee brand in Istanbul, and they sell it worldwide. You can get it in lots of Turkish corner shops in London, and Amazon sells it in the UK. Not sure how available it is where you are.
Go figure there is a deal on the Philips 4300 series that I saw posted via Slickdeals for $550. I can definitely see the appeal of automatic machines.No that looks to be a coffee machine first that does other drinks. I'm more refering to expresso machines that can also do other drinks.
Automatic Coffee Machine | De'Longhi
DeLonghi's automatic coffee machines allow you to personalize your favorite coffee and espresso beverages, with the press of a button. Shop now.
The ones I was more looking at were the Philips units (specifically the ones with the wand steamer instead of the latego).
Super-automatic Espresso Machines | Philips
Cappuccino, Latte, Espresso and even more - Enjoy a variety of coffee specialties made from freshly ground beans and fresh milk at the touch of a button with Philips fully automatic espresso machines. Discover our range and find the one that suits your needs.
I sadly don't exactly remember the models I tried in the past (pre covid) when a few airbnb had them (I think they were miele units).
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I should mention, I tend to prefer coffee/pour overs (I grind and make a pour over in the morning) but my wife likes more expresso drinks. I was looking at getting one of these to have something better than a nespresso in the house but also if I feel lazy I can have the machine make me an ok coffee or americano (I'm not an expresso type of person but ok with an americano).
What are you looking for it to grind? I didn't try that one but a very similar style one for like $50 and it worked well for espresso. Decided to go with an electric one though
The C2 is a good grinder and is easier to grind due to the burr design (Pentagonal, so breakers are spaced out further), but for the same price the K1 would do a better job with uniformity. The Q2 Heptagonal (There's also a Pentagonal version. Avoid.) is often recommended at that price point, along with the Kingrinder K6. The K1, K6 and Q2 share a similar burr design, with the latter two being heptagonal and having their "teeth" extend through the breakers (Further improving the grind). If you're looking for lowest priced grinder, then the K0 (C2 burr) is usually on sale for $33.
Oh didn't realize it was that old, nice that it's been around. How well does the auto foam work? I don't even understand how it does since the wand never rises out of the milk
Auto-foam is absolutely fine, although I've found the quality varies with the milk that you buy. I try to get unhomogenised whole milk, which foams really nicely, but it's definitely acceptable with other types. In the past 6 months I've started steaming it without the auto-function to have more control, and it works well there too.
Does it inject air in the line somewhere in the machine? I know I've seen other steam wands with barrels on them that allow air in, but this doesn't appear to have that.
Nope yea it somehow does it using just the same 4 pin holes on the bottom. Maybe injects air through there along with the steam? Excited to play with it soon. The steam wand on my Delonghi ECP3420 feels soooo weak.
For a larger brew I use a James Hoffmann method, where he suggests putting 22 grams coffee in it and pour 240 grams of water. Put on the "press cylinder" (what's the name of the thing?) and let it steep for 4 minutes and press after 30 more seconds. Afterwards you should pour another 160 grams of water over your concentrated brew. Of course you'll need a carafe or some big vessel for this procedure.
Ah, no, I'm like this myself. I brew a 500 ml (in) V60 for myself every morning. ;)
Ah, yes! That's it 👍 thanks!
