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How you have your espresso? Single shot? Double? Sugar? Milk? One shot till finish or take your sweet time drinking?
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Apr 7 2008, 04:28 PM
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Espresso is just a fancy name for 'coffee' or "cafe" in Italian. It is usually taken after meals and should be consumed as a double shot, with or without milk, and definitely without sugar.
Italians never have a cafe latte or capuccino after meals. |
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Apr 7 2008, 04:32 PM
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drink it if you want to stay over night, too thick for me.
I like to drink it with mixing 1 shot espresso mix with latte. |
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Apr 7 2008, 04:41 PM
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QUOTE(laksamana @ Apr 7 2008, 04:28 PM) Espresso is just a fancy name for 'coffee' or "cafe" in Italian. It is usually taken after meals and should be consumed as a double shot, with or without milk, and definitely without sugar. Fancy name only? I believe it is more than that. At least it doesn't look like the typical "coffee" we have in Malaysia. Anyway, this small cup of concentrated coffee gives me good impression Italians never have a cafe latte or capuccino after meals.   QUOTE(wctan83 @ Apr 7 2008, 04:32 PM) drink it if you want to stay over night, too thick for me. mixed with latte? me too I like to drink it with mixing 1 shot espresso mix with latte.  I mixed it with latte (milk) but then I thought what the purpose of getting an espresso if I'm making it into Latte? Anyway, it wasn't bad after all.No offence to your comment though. |
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QUOTE(kimhoong @ Apr 7 2008, 04:41 PM) Fancy name only? I believe it is more than that. At least it doesn't look like the typical "coffee" we have in Malaysia. Anyway, this small cup of concentrated coffee gives me good impression If you go to Milano, "cafe" = espresso i.e. coffee served in the small cup. mixed with latte? me too I mixed it with latte (milk) but then I thought what the purpose of getting an espresso if I'm making it into Latte? Anyway, it wasn't bad after all.No offence to your comment though. The iced latte you get in Starbucks is 1 shot espresso + milk + ice. Enjoy! |
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QUOTE(laksamana @ Apr 7 2008, 04:58 PM) If you go to Milano, "cafe" = espresso i.e. coffee served in the small cup. Thanks for input.The iced latte you get in Starbucks is 1 shot espresso + milk + ice. Enjoy! May I know "The Art of Enjoying Espresso" (if any)? Gonna changing the title to this  |
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wao so bitter also can drink ah o_O
i saw on travel and living (the coffee show, forgot what's it called) you take the whole espresso in one gulp, roll it with your tongue, and then after swallowing you clean your mouth with a cup of tea  actually some of the pros don't even drink the kopi, they just roll it in their mouths and spit it out in a general basin |
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Unfortunately, good coffee is almost non-existent in Malaysia. Our baristas just don't have the necessary skill, especially in establishments like Starbucks and Coffee Bean. I reckon only the hotels have semi-decent baristas.
Adding sugar to espresso is acceptable practice. |
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Apr 7 2008, 08:29 PM
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QUOTE(RBR @ Apr 7 2008, 06:41 PM) Unfortunately, good coffee is almost non-existent in Malaysia. Our baristas just don't have the necessary skill, especially in establishments like Starbucks and Coffee Bean. I reckon only the hotels have semi-decent baristas. i agree... hehehee... when i was in starbucks US... i had training like every week.. with other reviews like secret shopper and internal audit.. here tada... the staff face always as black as charcoal..Adding sugar to espresso is acceptable practice. neway... working in starbucks for 4 month... i never liked espresso... usually i just add 1 shot into my frap 2 keep me awake |
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Apr 7 2008, 08:34 PM
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The first time i had my espresso, it doesn't really work as a 'force me to stay awake drink' like what everyone told me.
The second time i ordered a double shot. I can't sleep for 2 days (seriously, i toss around my bed for few hours, then doze off for 2 hour and i am awake again) I swear to stay away from espresso, until last week where i was damn tired. Has another double shot, but it didn't work at all. I felt asleep shortly ... and coma for like 13 hours... |
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Apr 7 2008, 08:37 PM
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QUOTE(ed0gawa @ Apr 7 2008, 08:34 PM) The first time i had my espresso, it doesn't really work as a 'force me to stay awake drink' like what everyone told me. hahahhaa... there was one time i worked 14 hours a day... i took 8 shots in 1 cup... wooo hooo! bouncing around after that.... it is 1.80+usd a shot... but luckily i was working there... hahahaaThe second time i ordered a double shot. I can't sleep for 2 days (seriously, i toss around my bed for few hours, then doze off for 2 hour and i am awake again) I swear to stay away from espresso, until last week where i was damn tired. Has another double shot, but it didn't work at all. I felt asleep shortly ... and coma for like 13 hours... |
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Apr 7 2008, 09:06 PM
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Espresso very small and powerful.....After Drink make you so awake and make u more powerful...haiz not my type i want lazy in afternnon one
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Apr 7 2008, 09:08 PM
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Cheapo way of making a latte is to buy one shot of espresso and ask for a cup of hot milk. Pour in together and walla, you got your latte with the price of espresso. I heard this from a friend who worked in Starbucks.
On the other note, the only way to know espresso gone bad is when it is a lil sourish.. So they say.. |
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Apr 7 2008, 09:55 PM
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So, basically most of you guys here just get the espresso and dunk it down the throat?
Well, there is something I have learned from my first "encounter" with espresso: drink it while it's HOT! BTW, this is my first Espresso (before mixing with other stuffs): » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « |
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QUOTE(goliath @ Apr 7 2008, 09:08 PM) Cheapo way of making a latte is to buy one shot of espresso and ask for a cup of hot milk. Pour in together and walla, you got your latte with the price of espresso. I heard this from a friend who worked in Starbucks. i think in msia they charge for milk... in the states it is free to get milk from the cordiment bar.. but most of the time the milk is not that fresh... On the other note, the only way to know espresso gone bad is when it is a lil sourish.. So they say.. ermm.. some beans are more acidic than others... a better indicator is the bubbles or the temperature QUOTE(kimhoong @ Apr 7 2008, 09:55 PM) So, basically most of you guys here just get the espresso and dunk it down the throat? ermm... espresso is good only for 10-20 secs... cant remember the exact time during my training... if it is not mixed by then... then the barrista is supposed to throw it awayWell, there is something I have learned from my first "encounter" with espresso: drink it while it's HOT! BTW, this is my first Espresso (before mixing with other stuffs): » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « |
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Apr 8 2008, 01:17 AM
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So much trouble just to drink coffee. Truthfully you should be asking recommendation here. You be be down in the shop trying out the different kinds of coffee. It all depends on your taste and what you are eating. Everyone has different tongues, they can decide for you. For me cheap coffe taste no worse than expensive ones. They just taste different and it is a matter on when I want a certain taste.
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Apr 8 2008, 09:03 AM
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Apr 8 2008, 01:17 AM) So much trouble just to drink coffee. Truthfully you should be asking recommendation here. You be be down in the shop trying out the different kinds of coffee. It all depends on your taste and what you are eating. Everyone has different tongues, they can decide for you. For me cheap coffe taste no worse than expensive ones. They just taste different and it is a matter on when I want a certain taste. Yes, I'm actually asking for recommendation here. I was clueless when I was served with an espresso. That's why I want to find out what are the "proper" ways (or recommendations) on how to enjoy it.I only used to enjoy Nescafe. |
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Apr 8 2008, 09:09 AM
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QUOTE(SeLrAhC @ Apr 8 2008, 12:54 AM) i think in msia they charge for milk... in the states it is free to get milk from the cordiment bar.. but most of the time the milk is not that fresh... Hhmm.. Come to think of it, yeah, certain coffee beans are more acidic. However, to one's tongue, coffee is supposed to be sweet and fragrant.ermm.. some beans are more acidic than others... a better indicator is the bubbles or the temperature ermm... espresso is good only for 10-20 secs... cant remember the exact time during my training... if it is not mixed by then... then the barrista is supposed to throw it away QUOTE(kimhoong @ Apr 8 2008, 09:03 AM) I only used to enjoy Nescafe. Old Town White Coffee for me.. |
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QUOTE(mumeichan @ Apr 8 2008, 01:17 AM) So much trouble just to drink coffee. Truthfully you should be asking recommendation here. You be be down in the shop trying out the different kinds of coffee. It all depends on your taste and what you are eating. Everyone has different tongues, they can decide for you. For me cheap coffe taste no worse than expensive ones. They just taste different and it is a matter on when I want a certain taste. Agreed.. I can never understand why would people pay extra (2-3x) for a cup of coffee, which sometimes taste worse than those 3-in-1 |
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Apr 8 2008, 09:53 AM
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QUOTE(kimhoong @ Apr 8 2008, 09:03 AM) Yes, I'm actually asking for recommendation here. I was clueless when I was served with an espresso. That's why I want to find out what are the "proper" ways (or recommendations) on how to enjoy it. wait ar... i go dig out my starbucks manuals and post all 4 u I only used to enjoy Nescafe. QUOTE(goliath @ Apr 8 2008, 09:09 AM) Hhmm.. Come to think of it, yeah, certain coffee beans are more acidic. However, to one's tongue, coffee is supposed to be sweet and fragrant. no no.. coffee is not described by those terms.. we usually use acidity, bold/less bold, aroma (dirt/fruity/nutty) .. cant remember all ... there's 5 terms to describe itOld Town White Coffee for me.. QUOTE(vkeong @ Apr 8 2008, 09:32 AM) Agreed.. I can never understand why would people pay extra (2-3x) for a cup of coffee, which sometimes taste worse than those 3-in-1 some ppl too rich mar... neway there's no 3-1 espresso right? in the states the sell canned double espresso shots but in msia they dont have yet.. |
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QUOTE(SeLrAhC @ Apr 8 2008, 09:53 AM) wait ar... i go dig out my starbucks manuals and post all 4 u no no.. coffee is not described by those terms.. we usually use acidity, bold/less bold, aroma (dirt/fruity/nutty) .. cant remember all ... there's 5 terms to describe it some ppl too rich mar... neway there's no 3-1 espresso right? in the states the sell canned double espresso shots but in msia they dont have yet..   |
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QUOTE(SeLrAhC @ Apr 8 2008, 09:53 AM) wait ar... i go dig out my starbucks manuals and post all 4 u lol ex worker of starbuck? no no.. coffee is not described by those terms.. we usually use acidity, bold/less bold, aroma (dirt/fruity/nutty) .. cant remember all ... there's 5 terms to describe it some ppl too rich mar... neway there's no 3-1 espresso right? in the states the sell canned double espresso shots but in msia they dont have yet.. |
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QUOTE(SeLrAhC @ Apr 8 2008, 09:53 AM) wait ar... i go dig out my starbucks manuals and post all 4 u waiting for your manual no no.. coffee is not described by those terms.. we usually use acidity, bold/less bold, aroma (dirt/fruity/nutty) .. cant remember all ... there's 5 terms to describe it some ppl too rich mar... neway there's no 3-1 espresso right? in the states the sell canned double espresso shots but in msia they dont have yet..  |
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QUOTE(akira de aimbuster @ Apr 8 2008, 10:06 AM) lol ex worker of starbuck? starbucks US... not msia... msia ones are owned by berjaya.. so they are licensed international storemine also not directly from starbucks... my main company is HMSHost which owns all restaurants in most of the airports including our KLIA, that's why food there so exp XD i was at LA international airport i earn more than my lecturer XD got best employee XD 4 star secret shopper review XD 90% legendary service.. QUOTE(kimhoong @ Apr 9 2008, 09:00 PM) waiting for your manual here u go:  |
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Try Espresso with whipped cream.
I personally don't fancy coffee...all coffee still tastes the same to me >_< Its a highly concentrated coffee. got 3 layers when it is brewed crema, body and heart good within 10 seconds, after that the taste will change This post has been edited by xcutelilgal: Apr 9 2008, 09:42 PM |
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i love coffee.. and expresso is very nice.. the taste is priceless.. once i want to drink espresso(1st time), my fren warned me scared i cannot sleep.. after drink go back, terus sleep.. lol
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Apr 10 2008, 12:36 PM
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QUOTE(xcutelilgal @ Apr 9 2008, 09:40 PM) Try Espresso with whipped cream. is it a girl thingie or what... all my girl friends like drinking it that way..i rather mix the cream than 2 drink it withthe topping on top |
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Espresso is a basic drink of the coffee. If you add a tip of frothed milk on top espresso with half packet sugar may taste good to me. If you want so fancy flavour, you may add flavour syrup like vanilla, hazelnut, irish cream, caramel etc. I saw few time where they served espresso not in proper way as
not up to the standard of espresso. I only drink the 1 i make  but it was several years ago. |
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QUOTE(goliath @ Apr 7 2008, 09:08 PM) Cheapo way of making a latte is to buy one shot of espresso and ask for a cup of hot milk. Pour in together and walla, you got your latte with the price of espresso. I heard this from a friend who worked in Starbucks. That is actually more like a flat white. Latte's have the layer of froth on top. On the other note, the only way to know espresso gone bad is when it is a lil sourish.. So they say.. Coffee connoiseurs will know that the last place to go for good coffee is Starbucks or any other mega chain. They rely mostly on automatic machines and volume rather than skill of the barristas. The coffee leaves a bitter aftertaste in your mouth that aren't supposed to get with good coffee. And personally, all that adding of hazelnut, vanilla etc simply destroys the taste of espresso  |
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Apr 12 2008, 04:58 PM
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QUOTE(laksamana @ Apr 7 2008, 04:28 PM) Espresso is just a fancy name for 'coffee' or "cafe" in Italian. that's wrong.Espresso is coffee that is made from pushing steam through finely ground coffee. It is pulled for roughly 23 seconds, and most barista time their shots every hour or 2 to ensure that their grind is correct. Contrast with steeped or infused coffee, where the coffee grounds are put into a "sock" or sieve and left in hot water like the Malaysian style, or via plunger. The coffee produced is different. Another coffee making style is siphon or vacuum brewer. I have one of these. Espresso is intense, full bodied. Coffee made with a siphon brewer is delicate and smooth. I have an espresso machine at home, but nothing beats the La Marzocco that i work with at Coffee HQ(Monash Clayton). Along with the Mazzer grinder  heavenly.i suck at latte art, though. the only things i can pour are the apple and the rosetta. p.s. and also, i totally hate the fact that Starbucks calls their staff "Barista". Barista is a honour given to those who complete 5 years of training in Italy. shouldn't be used too lightly. This post has been edited by yitjuan: Apr 12 2008, 05:00 PM |
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This is one of the espresso that i tried in italy.
They mix special coffee + liquour which u'll feel AWAKE after 1 shot!aha  |
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Apr 12 2008, 09:10 PM
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[quote=yitjuan,Apr 12 2008, 04:58 PM]
that's wrong. Espresso is coffee that is made from pushing steam through finely ground coffee. It is pulled for roughly 23 seconds, and most barista time their shots every hour or 2 to ensure that their grind is correct. little input .. correct to say that "pushing Steam' but need to consider to pressure bar .... normal will be 12 bar .. to 16 bar ... as for me ... starbuck or even some 5 star hotel coffe outlet cannot come " Close " to what i prepared for myself ( nespresso capsule machine N90 ) exspresso "tech" is to have high pressure bar machine .. and good coffee bean and most of all ...drinks it one go while is still 'warm" so .. those people who go to starbuck or some luxury coffee outlet are NOT able to enjoy the real of Expresso ...cos ... they wanted to be seen by others or killing time or to spend time to so called "enjoy" the coffee.... |
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Apr 13 2008, 09:50 AM
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the problem with these capsules is
a) beans aren't freshly ground b) dont get to choose coffee blends i've heard the N90 can hit >16 Bar though. but without fresh coffee , what's the point? |
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Apr 15 2008, 11:58 AM
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Well in my own personal opinion Espresso does not give me the "kick" anymore..I tried to have 6 shots in the morning..I'm a barista in Starbucks myself.Does not have the effect on me..but somehow the caffeince will just makes ur heart pounds faster..And yeah it always depends on who makes ur cup of Espresso in Starbucks.But now being some stores having the new machine..The quality of a cup of espresso seems more consistent but are more dilluted compared to the La Marzocco machine.
The action where people actually spit out the coffee without drinking is called cupping.It's a process for coffee conneiseur to taste and test the quality of a particular coffee. |
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Apr 15 2008, 01:55 PM
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I tot worldwide starbucks use coffee maker, espresso maker or cappucino maker to do all the orders.
And they choose machine over human to maintain quality. QUOTE(SeLrAhC @ Apr 7 2008, 08:29 PM) i agree... hehehee... when i was in starbucks US... i had training like every week.. with other reviews like secret shopper and internal audit.. here tada... the staff face always as black as charcoal.. neway... working in starbucks for 4 month... i never liked espresso... usually i just add 1 shot into my frap 2 keep me awake |
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Apr 15 2008, 03:44 PM
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QUOTE(ohserena @ Apr 15 2008, 01:55 PM) I tot worldwide starbucks use coffee maker, espresso maker or cappucino maker to do all the orders. Yup you're right.It's a standard.And even in Malaysia we too have mystery shoppers just like the US.Even we are under Berjaya but we are also required to keep the standard of Starbucks.And they choose machine over human to maintain quality. |
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Jun 11 2008, 01:21 PM
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A espresso serving size that is usually measured in shots, which are between 25 and 30 ml (around 1 fluid ounce) in size.
espresso also to becoming the base for other drinks, such as lattes, cappuccini, macchiato. espresso contains approximately three times the caffeine content of regular brewed coffee (1.700 g/l (50 mg per fluid ounce) of espresso versus 0.50-0.75 g/l (14-22 mg per ounce) for brewed coffee). Compared on the basis of usual serving sizes, a 30 ml (1 fluid ounce) shot of espresso has about half the caffeine of a standard 180 ml (6 fluid ounce) cup of American-style coffee, which varies from 80 to 130 mg. besides starbucks and coffee bean, u can try Illy coffee! |
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Jun 22 2008, 11:15 PM
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Never thought there's some activities in my old thread.
Well, it's been while since I had the time for a nice long coffee break in the cafe. What I got everyday are Nescafe or ready-made coffee in my office cafeteria. |
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Jun 23 2008, 12:23 AM
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Last time Starbucks served an iced espresso before (dont remember the name).... they put 2 cup of espresso into the shaker thingy( the container that bartender use to make cocktail and what not.. pardon my lack of knowledge...) and ice cubes then shake it and pour the drink into a small cup for you. Even the straw is way smaller than the regular you see these days...
I tried it once and it's quite good for me... though i think they do add a little syrup into the drink.... so it's no the pure espresso plus it's iced drink not the hot tongue-burning drink eh... i remembered that drink cost around Rm 7-9... anybody tried that before? By the way anybody seen the korean drama 'Coffee Prince'? Do we have that kind of coffee house shown in the drama here in Malaysia? The one that serve the latte with the different foam shape thingy? I know Gloria Jeans do that kind of foam shape but im not very fond of they coffee actually.. |
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Jul 4 2008, 09:49 AM
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I've tried espresso once, and frequently adds more espresso shots on my caramel macchiato. i can only take as much as 5 extra shots in a venti, while my friend managed to add 6 extra shots to it.
yeahh, we're coffeee crazy that way. butt, the right way to drink an espresso is to finish it straight after it is being served, i.e less than 30 seconds. that's why most caucasions will wait for their espresso at the 'delivering counter', cause they will drink and go. the wrong way is to take time and enjoy it. you can't really enjoy it because after 30 seconds it will become 'stale coffee'. not much difference on the physical of it, but tastewise, it will be different. |
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Jul 4 2008, 04:57 PM
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working in starbucks now... expresso cannot drink 1.. yuck... i wonder how those whites can take it
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Jul 4 2008, 10:56 PM
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Espresso cant drink? haha..well for me i 50/50 agree lo...hahah. When i just started to learn about coffee basics.. that ws wat i think oso, but then i learned about it and started to accept it.
When on one learning session with my boss, i took like 5 shots of espresso, one after the other... to be shown how the taste can be affected... tummy does feel a bit itchy tho..hahha.. that's my highest record, 5 shots in a short period of time. Miss those days..hahahaa |
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Jul 5 2008, 10:21 AM
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I actually dunno how does espresso tastes like. Anyone from here watched "Made of Honour" ?. That guy dunno order wat, how many shots + something. Never tried drinking starbucks's espresson. Just normal Java chip. xP
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Jul 6 2008, 12:03 PM
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Well, erm. to giv u a rough idea... its like u put about 3 teaspoon of nescafe and mayb like 3 tablespoons of hot water... stir it well, no sugar no nothing.. juz plain nescafe and water.. then u drink.. it's something like that la... but the exact taste of espresso and nescafe would not be the same.. juz giving u a rough idea/heheh. correct if i'm wrong guyz.
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Jul 8 2008, 12:57 PM
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Ohh.. hmm.. that would be quite bitter right ? Just my assumption
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Dec 3 2008, 05:18 AM
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Double shot for me!
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let's see... one shots, one mouth, one go and all the way;
one smell of it, one look at it, you can tell right away if the coffeebean is good, if the barrister is good. without sugar, without hesitation espresso is for those who's on the go sadly those who's cheap in general will order espresso coz it's cheap only to be shitfaced when they try not to waste it thick and rough, strong and kicking, these are the character of a small cup of it. if it's thin, taste icky, the bean is bad, the barrista know nothing about coffee, well sucks to be us where people dont exactly know how to sit down and enjoy, what exactly is the Art of such Brew. [edit] record 9 shots. twice perday, it totally f***ed up my bio clock and i stayed awake for 36 hours and it was FUN kekekkekekekkekekekkekekke note: my avatar is a coffee mug This post has been edited by Pepper: Dec 3 2008, 09:29 AM |
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Dec 3 2008, 02:00 PM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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Everyday I take double shot + Cigarette before leaving to work. I feel fresh entire day working for 9-10 hours . I bought espresso bean from starbuck and
grind everyday at home. More save! For me Starbucks has better espresso bean rather than the other because its taste bitter, strong and extra bold. I prefer not to use sugar because it will affect the taste of bean itself. However you can choose to add some non sugar ice cream with your espresso. This post has been edited by Putraskyline: Dec 3 2008, 02:13 PM |
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Jun 29 2009, 07:02 PM
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Jul 8 2009, 07:48 AM
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smell it, sniff it,
and then drink it in one go and that's it if it's salty and something else? i doubt it's good coffee p.s. drink it hot |
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Jul 8 2009, 09:57 AM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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QUOTE(kfchan7 @ Jun 29 2009, 07:02 PM) Nice blog you have there. I'm prefer more on Espressamente than Segafredo. Have you try Illy coffee at The Westin? Their cappuccino are amongst the best. |
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Jul 8 2009, 04:48 PM
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I tried this espresso, taste too sweet
 bought it during the Korea food fair in 1U» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « it is double shot, i was expecting something that taste horrifyingly bitter.. but.. after drinking i still  |
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Aug 16 2009, 04:35 PM
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2,403 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Sarawak / United Kingdom
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Wondering what brand of coffee is good here in Malaysia ?
Have gone thru a "canister" of Nescafe regular, Nescafe Gold, IndoCoffee, and some designer Italian coffee since getting back. Not bothering with the Italian one since I got it in a hamper and havent seen it on shop shelfs here before. I realize some take coffee drinking as an "art" , but I would really like to try some local brands here. |
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Aug 16 2009, 04:50 PM
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3,542 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Puchong, Selangor
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There are 2 almost similar thread on coffee here which I'm thinking to merge. OK-kah TS?
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=668467&hl= http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=464797&hl= |
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Aug 16 2009, 06:33 PM
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324 posts Joined: Mar 2009
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kopi luwak !
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Aug 16 2009, 08:00 PM
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1,337 posts Joined: Feb 2009
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QUOTE(corad @ Aug 16 2009, 04:35 PM) I realize some take coffee drinking as an "art" , but I would really like to try some local brands here. Good spirit! local coffee also can be art. not just org asing coffee. malaysia boleh also!i like the muar coffee. |
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Aug 16 2009, 09:13 PM
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2,403 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Sarawak / United Kingdom
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QUOTE(stimix @ Aug 16 2009, 04:50 PM) There are 2 almost similar thread on coffee here which I'm thinking to merge. OK-kah TS? no prob boss! at 1st i thought this thread grew to 3 pages so fast http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=668467&hl= http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=464797&hl= but ok to edit the 1st post so more brews can be discussed ? eg : english teas QUOTE(buntutman @ Aug 16 2009, 06:33 PM) kopi luwak ! QUOTE(ahjames @ Aug 16 2009, 08:00 PM) i like the muar coffee. how are these made guys ? the only distinct coffee I tried that came from Asia was the Vietnamese type and way of brewing it. Tiny glass cup, about 2x the density of western espressos  QUOTE(patryn33 @ Aug 16 2009, 08:31 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE(SoFtBuNnY @ Aug 16 2009, 08:52 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « EDIT: opps.. forgot to ask how they tasted tooThis post has been edited by corad: Aug 16 2009, 09:14 PM |
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Aug 16 2009, 09:34 PM
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QUOTE(corad @ Aug 16 2009, 09:13 PM) no prob boss! at 1st i thought this thread grew to 3 pages so fast The single cup brewer is about RM400..i forgot to ask how much the Royal Coffee Maker is. My bf loves the coffee there...he said very clean tasting...got coffee oomph...bec their beans very fresh...wins heads over the starbucks, coffee bean, san francisco outlets... but ok to edit the 1st post so more brews can be discussed ? eg : english teas how are these made guys ? the only distinct coffee I tried that came from Asia was the Vietnamese type and way of brewing it. Tiny glass cup, about 2x the density of western espressos What beans do they use ? looks like a machine I would want in my house EDIT: opps.. forgot to ask how they tasted tooThey also just imported in vietnamese beans...my bf said not bad... |
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Aug 16 2009, 10:02 PM
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QUOTE(corad @ Aug 16 2009, 09:13 PM) no prob boss! at 1st i thought this thread grew to 3 pages so fast kopi luwak is cat shit. inconsistent but very expensive. 1 cup not cheap at all and doesnt require some funky machine to make. but ok to edit the 1st post so more brews can be discussed ? eg : english teas how are these made guys ? the only distinct coffee I tried that came from Asia was the Vietnamese type and way of brewing it. Tiny glass cup, about 2x the density of western espressos What beans do they use ? looks like a machine I would want in my house EDIT: opps.. forgot to ask how they tasted toothe kopi u see there in other posts is expensive to cover the cost of the machine nia. kopi luwak cat shit is the most expensive shit u will ever drink and doesnt require any expensive machinary to make its price sky high. go google it. u will shit brix. btw chinese tea more expensive than kopi. |
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Aug 16 2009, 10:06 PM
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QUOTE(buntutman @ Aug 16 2009, 10:02 PM) kopi luwak is cat shit. inconsistent but very expensive. 1 cup not cheap at all and doesnt require some funky machine to make. yes...gold shit...the civet cats will eat the coffee beans and it'll ferment n process in that civet cat's special tummy acids n it'll be shit out by the cats...apparently i read in an article from i forgot where...a cup of kopi luwak will cost aud$33!the kopi u see there in other posts is expensive to cover the cost of the machine nia. kopi luwak cat shit is the most expensive shit u will ever drink and doesnt require any expensive machinary to make its price sky high. go google it. u will shit brix. btw chinese tea more expensive than kopi. |
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Aug 16 2009, 11:37 PM
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324 posts Joined: Mar 2009
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got video ma, hong kong actor go around promote kopi and he interbiu ppl who pick up cat shit and drink and cost him bomb.
u shud watch more hong kong show. |
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Aug 17 2009, 12:41 AM
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A good brew is hard to come by.. .. but a cup of UCC's 117 blend works wonders to my coffee cravings
WOnder anyone else who loves UCC's Blends... ? |
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Aug 17 2009, 01:17 AM
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i like ti kuan yin
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Dec 16 2009, 10:27 PM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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I'm looking for coffee lovers. I love my coffee to death. Every morning I'll have a cup of El Borbollon pressed with a cafetiere http://www.elborbollon.com/
It is by far the best coffee I've tasted in my life. Everything I want in a cup is there - low (or none) acidity, dark roast, strong aroma, hint of cocoa flavours and an amazing aftertaste. I am in Bristol, UK and there is an amazing coffee roaster here (Two Day Coffee - as the name implies, roasts are never more than 2 days old) that sells speciality beans (10% of the world's coffee consumption is speciality beans, the remaining 90% is commercial crap). This includes the Cup of Excellence, an award given to the best grown beans (can be quite expensive too! - about £2.95 per 100g). Thankfully the El Borbollon is cheaper at £2.50 per 100g. What's the point of this thread? I'm looking for local roasters in Malaysia (KL/PJ) that imports and roasts beans of this quality. Also, looking for coffee addicts. Have a great day. |
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Dec 17 2009, 02:18 AM
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215 posts Joined: Nov 2007 From: KL
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You ought to try Kopi Luwak then!
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Dec 17 2009, 02:54 AM
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i dont drink coffee but there's one professional brewer here at
N3 06.624 E101 38.141 coffee ritual |
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Dec 17 2009, 09:50 AM
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I'm just an addict. Coffee addict, that's it. I love brewed gourmet coffee but don't have the luxury to grab one everyday. For that, I usually settle for RTD (ready-to-drink) coffee to curb my addiction.
I even have a coffee blog for god sake. But, I reckon I need more coffee tasting session. |
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Dec 17 2009, 10:16 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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QUOTE(buntutman @ Dec 17 2009, 02:54 AM) i dont drink coffee but there's one professional brewer here at Awesome! I'll check it out when I'm back homeN3 06.624 E101 38.141 coffee ritual @hiphopstar, your blog doesn't have anything that interests me  @vermins, I haven't really bothered to find out, but Kopi Luwak isn't in the cupper's dictionary. There's not a big fan base and it seems more like something of shock value rather than a speciality bean. |
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Dec 17 2009, 01:59 PM
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i never understood the art of kopi making coz i dont like coffee taste.
later pee also got kopi smell. i am more tea person than kopi. especially cina teh. and slowly all my friends kena poison by me on cina teh ...especially one of the mods that jaga this section. kopi mesin very expense. then got this pattern la that pattern la, this nozzle la that nozzle la. fuuuuu so complicated. me put tea leaf into pot with water 70 degrees, cukup done. |
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Dec 17 2009, 03:06 PM
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im a coffee lover but still in learning process haha havent up to the highest level lol... please do guide me
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Dec 17 2009, 04:27 PM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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Coffeegeek.com
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Dec 17 2009, 04:29 PM
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i oni know aik cheong
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Dec 17 2009, 04:31 PM
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coffee ritual is good. i like their crepes, awesome. boss is nice too
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Dec 17 2009, 04:58 PM
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QUOTE(vkeong @ Dec 17 2009, 04:31 PM) coffee ritual is good. i like their crepes, awesome. boss is nice too that is some expense food.i dunno wat crepes is. i oni know jacob biskut + aik cheong = win ! |
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Dec 17 2009, 05:49 PM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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Dec 17 2009, 05:51 PM
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1,062 posts Joined: Jan 2009
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coffee makes me get migraine! x.x
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Dec 17 2009, 10:28 PM
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1,347 posts Joined: Jan 2003
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fuh.......im a coffee lover too..
but not as sifu as mofonyx but i loveee coffee.....last time i got a headache too when drinking coffee.. but now i realise that is bcos its a cheap coffee hehhe.. brewed properly and from good taste coffee..it will not give me any headache... currently love Boncafe Mocca..... http://www.boncafe.com/coffeeRetail.html This post has been edited by CV6149: Dec 17 2009, 10:29 PM |
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Dec 17 2009, 11:31 PM
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4,283 posts Joined: Nov 2009 From: Vietnam
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i would die for coffee ^^
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Dec 17 2009, 11:42 PM
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no time & equipment to brew...
but fav is UCC's 117 coffee.. nice |
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Dec 18 2009, 12:16 AM
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my day cannot start unless i get my daily fixof fragrance killiney coffee
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Dec 18 2009, 06:23 PM
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QUOTE(D-Tourist @ Dec 17 2009, 11:42 PM) no time & equipment to brew... but fav is UCC's 117 coffee.. nice by far the best instant that i can find toomy regular kick start for my day during working days |
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Dec 18 2009, 06:24 PM
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QUOTE(D-Tourist @ Aug 17 2009, 12:41 AM) A good brew is hard to come by.. .. but a cup of UCC's 117 blend works wonders to my coffee cravings here here! UCC fans here!WOnder anyone else who loves UCC's Blends... ? |
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Dec 18 2009, 07:43 PM
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hahaha... finally someone who appreciates UCC
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Dec 19 2009, 05:25 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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hi there, I wonder what happened to my thread. Was it merged?
Is there a roaster in Malaysia that imports speciality beans? Any Cup of Excellence in Malaysia? |
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Dec 19 2009, 11:56 AM
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1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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QUOTE(mofonyx @ Dec 19 2009, 05:25 AM) hi there, I wonder what happened to my thread. Was it merged? Yeah I believed it was merged with old thread about coffee.Is there a roaster in Malaysia that imports speciality beans? Any Cup of Excellence in Malaysia? |
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Dec 21 2009, 12:43 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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thanks for merging. I found kfchan's blog about coffee, looks interesting but doesn't reveal any local roasters.
I found a roaster on GoogleMaps. Dankoff Coffee Specialist Sdn Bhd. Anyone knows what they are about? |
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Dec 21 2009, 12:46 AM
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Coffex imports coffee. i know this coz it's my friend's organization.
illy's coffee machine costs around 5-10k and that is somewhat their average mid level range. all those gold plated this and that can go up to 50k per machine which is like ridiculous. if i wanted something gold plated it would be on my body. |
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Dec 21 2009, 08:31 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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Great. Where is this Coffex and do they roast too?
Added on December 21, 2009, 8:33 amI just visited their website. They claim to be specialty roasters but they have none on their eCatalog. This post has been edited by mofonyx: Dec 21 2009, 08:33 AM |
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Dec 21 2009, 09:58 AM
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erm i hv a pack of expresso coffee n i dunno the exact way to brew it...can some one teach me???its in powder form but not so fine!
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Dec 21 2009, 01:47 PM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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QUOTE(mofonyx @ Dec 21 2009, 08:31 AM) Great. Where is this Coffex and do they roast too? You mean where can get Coffex ?Added on December 21, 2009, 8:33 amI just visited their website. They claim to be specialty roasters but they have none on their eCatalog. |
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Dec 22 2009, 02:26 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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Naw, not interested in Coffex anymore. It doesn't seem to be single-estate coffee.
How can a company claim to provide specialty coffees when they are not specialty coffees? Gah. |
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Dec 23 2009, 09:39 AM
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3,542 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Puchong, Selangor
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My personal best coffee:
Westernised Coffee - Starbucks Chinese style Kopitiam - uncle Lim kopi Supermarket ready brew - Sin Sing cap tupai kopi |
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Dec 23 2009, 10:05 AM
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u all should give coffee ritual's(PJ section 14) siphon single-origin coffee a try. the crepes there are marvelous, not served with haagen dazs/baskin robbins ice cream, but Berkeley Farm.
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Dec 23 2009, 11:35 PM
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u guys should go try out a pick n brew in 1u. its somewhere near oneworld hotel. away from the bustle of the complex. very nice ambience they have, esp for lazy afternoons.
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Dec 23 2009, 11:40 PM
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pick and brew seems expensive
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Dec 24 2009, 08:42 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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errrr... a cappucino/latte is essentially espressos with milk.
wat? |
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Dec 25 2009, 05:35 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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A coffee lover wouldn't depend on a machine to sort out his milk.
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Jan 3 2010, 11:24 PM
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879 posts Joined: Sep 2005 From: Eee-poH !!!
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Hi,
I would like to know if any forumers know any good place/cafe which serves good coffee with coffee artwork? Suddenly felt like trying this kinda coffee artwork as i has not seen it before. |
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Jan 4 2010, 12:39 AM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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Have you tried Espressamente ?
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Jan 4 2010, 11:33 AM
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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ Jan 4 2010, 12:39 AM) Have you tried Espressamente ? illy espressamente at pavilion? |
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Feb 8 2010, 11:09 AM
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296 posts Joined: Apr 2006 From: BB
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Guys, I'm currently paying RM42 for a tiny bucket of dark roasted illy beans. I assume this can be cheaper? I need beans for my grinder machine. Any ideas on where to go for good coffee beans? (also affordable).
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Feb 8 2010, 12:21 PM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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QUOTE(moody5 @ Jan 4 2010, 11:33 AM) illy espressamente at pavilion? Yup. Pavilion and Bangsar Village got. |
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Feb 10 2010, 08:37 PM
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Elite
1,269 posts Joined: May 2005 From: Kuala Lumpur
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I go to Citibank Puchong yesterday. I notice there is Pacific Coffee Company (Classy Starbucks style) in the new building in front of IOI Mall. Anyone have tried?
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Feb 10 2010, 11:34 PM
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QUOTE(DikkieD @ Feb 8 2010, 11:09 AM) Guys, I'm currently paying RM42 for a tiny bucket of dark roasted illy beans. I assume this can be cheaper? I need beans for my grinder machine. Any ideas on where to go for good coffee beans? (also affordable). jaya grocer got the cheapest illy beans. |
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Feb 11 2010, 06:07 AM
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Bought Trung Nguyen Coffee beans/powder total in USD 18 for 1kg as following when I was in Hanoi early January this year, very nice and highly recommended.
a) 500g Espresso - Coffee bean ( http://www.trung-nguyen-online.com/about-espresso-coffee.php ) b) 250g Creative Five - Coffee powder ( http://www.trung-nguyen-online.com/about-c...bica-coffee.php ) c) 250g Legendee - Coffee powder (Kopi Luwak) - the highest grade (grade 10) of Trung Nguyen range ( http://www.trung-nguyen-online.com/about-legendee-coffee.php ) I was lucky to get cheaper price compared to listed price in the web, I bought the above via hotel receptionist. If you have a chance to Hanoi, don't miss this opportunity to get few pack of coffee bean/powder back. This post has been edited by auronthas: Feb 11 2010, 06:08 AM |
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Feb 11 2010, 09:12 AM
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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ Feb 8 2010, 12:21 PM) Yup. Pavilion and Bangsar Village got. I tired the one in Pavilion. Coffee ok lo.. My fav from there is Viennese Coffee But their Tiramisu is good! ahahahha! |
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Feb 11 2010, 09:14 AM
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QUOTE(moody5 @ Feb 11 2010, 09:12 AM) I tired the one in Pavilion. Their cup is too small right? Or its just me? Coffee ok lo.. My fav from there is Viennese Coffee But their Tiramisu is good! ahahahha! This post has been edited by Putraskyline: Feb 11 2010, 09:14 AM |
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Mar 7 2010, 10:43 PM
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if you want to taste good quality coffee, you can find it only at these 2 special place espressamente and the coffee ritual. others are just too commercialised.
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Mar 8 2010, 08:13 AM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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Espressamente not commercialised? Illy is flipping everywhere du.
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Mar 12 2010, 06:15 PM
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QUOTE(mofonyx @ Mar 8 2010, 08:13 AM) Espressamente not commercialised? Illy is flipping everywhere du. Agree.Like Coffee Ritual, Typica Cafe in Shaw Parade also has syphon coffee and single origin blends, but is much pricier. They have some funky variations like 'pandan latte' and 'Soyaccino'; and some nice cakes too: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Typica-dou-y...71095581?v=wall http://typicacafe.blogspot.com/ GL-08, Ground Floor, Shaw Parade Plaza, Changkat Thambi Dollah, KL. Also, try Haikara-Style Bakery & Cafe in SS16 for charcoal-roasted coffee (RM7) and Jamaican Blue Mountain (RM17): http://www.haikara-style.info/ Ground floor, E-Tiara Serv Apts, Jalan SS16/1 (near Carrefour) |
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Mar 15 2010, 07:37 PM
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2,394 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Bristol, UK
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Is the Blue Mountain really that good? A lot of hype circulating around those beans. I don't see my roaster carrying it.
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Mar 16 2010, 11:07 AM
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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ Feb 11 2010, 09:14 AM) Their cup is too small right? Or its just me? i am ok with the cup/size |
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Apr 2 2010, 12:52 AM
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Anyone tried Cafe Barbera in Bangsar? Address is below.
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May 11 2010, 02:42 PM, updated 16y ago
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for these 4 Coffee houses... I found them perfect... Good taste+Good environment Just wanna know which one is the best from all of your view... I did try coffee in Uncle John & Pak Ali but then not achieve my taste Is there any suggestion for other good Coffee Houses that I miss?  |
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May 11 2010, 02:54 PM
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illy at pavilion KL..near ESPRIT shop..the best coffee ever!
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May 11 2010, 02:55 PM
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Make my own Marks and Spencer coffee at home
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May 11 2010, 02:58 PM
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mind me, coffee at burger king is almost perfect..
my personal favourite are davidoff braziillian and Nescafe Alta rica.. but must make with coffee maker to make it perfect..=) |
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May 11 2010, 05:25 PM
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coffe at starbuck is perfect , compatible !
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May 11 2010, 05:33 PM
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QUOTE(jaclynjac @ May 11 2010, 05:25 PM) coffe at starbuck is perfect , compatible ! Have u try Coffee Bean?Added on May 11, 2010, 5:35 pm QUOTE(milosevens @ May 11 2010, 02:54 PM) illy at pavilion KL..near ESPRIT shop..the best coffee ever! How about the environment?Acceptable or Noisy? I dislike Noisy environment while having my beloved coffee Added on May 11, 2010, 5:37 pm QUOTE(barista @ May 11 2010, 02:55 PM) Make my own Marks and Spencer coffee at home Sometimes I do make my own but I prefer to be served It's also difc to make Ice blended at home too This post has been edited by kukubisu: May 11 2010, 05:37 PM |
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May 11 2010, 05:55 PM
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Starbucks for me... luv de environment... hehe...
coffee bean is ok too but still starbucks for me... |
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May 11 2010, 06:01 PM
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I find these days Starbuck business not so good anymore. They are not so crowded anymore when compare with CoffeeBean. Maybe I observed at the wrong times?
Nevertheless, I prefer Coffeebean for the food, especially their Break'O'day. |
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May 11 2010, 06:20 PM
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Illy is the place of perfect coffee =) they even draw pictures of flowers on top of the espresso..=) the environment, well, what do you expect the environment to be for a RM29 cuppa coffee ? =)
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May 11 2010, 06:24 PM
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Austine Chase at MV
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May 11 2010, 07:44 PM
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how u guys like u coffee? with milk, vanilla or hazelnut taste la?
it all depends what u like u coffee to be.. if black coffee or lattee then i would go for starbucks or san fran coffee.. where else ice blended coffee bean is best... try latte in dome cafe though it is more expensive but one of the best coffee around.. |
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May 11 2010, 10:20 PM
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anyone tried the Pacific Coffee at IOI BOulevard Puchong ? is a HK chain |
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May 12 2010, 02:31 AM
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QUOTE(HW-Racer @ May 11 2010, 10:20 PM) anyone tried the Pacific Coffee at IOI BOulevard Puchong ? is a HK chain I tried. But I don't like it. They also have branch in Pavilion. |
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May 12 2010, 10:54 AM
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QUOTE(milosevens @ May 11 2010, 02:54 PM) illy at pavilion KL..near ESPRIT shop..the best coffee ever! I second that!!Then the next one i love is Austin Chase Added on May 12, 2010, 10:56 am QUOTE(milosevens @ May 11 2010, 06:20 PM) Illy is the place of perfect coffee =) they even draw pictures of flowers on top of the espresso..=) the environment, well, what do you expect the environment to be for a RM29 cuppa coffee ? =) hahaha dont scare him away with that RM29 Viennese Cappuccino around Rm15 Mugaccino around Rm15 This post has been edited by moody5: May 12 2010, 10:56 AM |
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May 12 2010, 04:39 PM
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Papa Rich is the best coffee house to hanged out.
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May 12 2010, 05:20 PM
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QUOTE(TommyTan @ May 12 2010, 04:39 PM) Papa Rich is the best coffee house to hanged out. whr is papa rich?? |
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May 12 2010, 06:00 PM
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They have many branches everywhere. Subang taipan got one.
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May 13 2010, 07:47 AM
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Interm of kopi, nothing better than Starbucks. Otherwise..the strong Unlce Lim kopi
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May 13 2010, 08:25 AM
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My favorite coffee is Lavazza. We do have illy but nothing beats a freshly brew 100% Arabica Lavazza!
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May 13 2010, 08:53 AM
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I heard those from Celebes (Sulawesi) are the best liao..Starbuck best - Sulawesi liao...otherwise I like the sumatra wan too..
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May 13 2010, 09:23 AM
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Best coffee for your money is Killineys. Mr. Stimix I urge you to try that. They have it in Mid Valley and also Damansara Uptown iianm.
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May 13 2010, 09:58 AM
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I tried liao leh..Singapore hainanese kopi...but the kopi not as kaw & thich as Uncle Lim & the aromatic Sulawesi kopi wor..
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May 13 2010, 10:12 AM
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QUOTE(stimix @ May 13 2010, 08:53 AM) I heard those from Celebes (Sulawesi) are the best liao..Starbuck best - Sulawesi liao...otherwise I like the sumatra wan too.. Have you tried the Laos mountain coffee?Some people like thick and dark, other light and smooth but all of them insist and swear by the aroma of freshly brew coffee! You know sometimes even if same product from the same factory, the coffee also taste different! There are a lot of factors affecting it like different handling and storage which is why different Starbuck also have different taste!  |
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May 13 2010, 10:43 AM
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Haven't been to Laos..one day-lah but for sure I dun like Vietnamese coffee because of the super bitter & after Vanilla creamy taste..Not use to trhis type of flavour yet...haha
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May 13 2010, 11:24 AM
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How about Coffee Ritual in Section 14, PJ? Though I've not tried them, but I read good reviews about their coffee...
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May 13 2010, 08:19 PM
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QUOTE(DarkNite @ May 13 2010, 10:12 AM) Have you tried the Laos mountain coffee? only black coffee u taste different in defferent starbucks coz its different coffee beans for brew of the day.. just ask the barista what coffee is brew of the day? Some people like thick and dark, other light and smooth but all of them insist and swear by the aroma of freshly brew coffee! You know sometimes even if same product from the same factory, the coffee also taste different! There are a lot of factors affecting it like different handling and storage which is why different Starbuck also have different taste! unlike americano its espresso with hot water.. besides starbucks using 2 types of equipment:- 1) La marzzoco - old school coffee machine taste stronger & prefer by most barista..  2) verismo - all new sbux is using it.. taste not so strong on ur latte.. extra shot of espresso is recommended.. for tall just said to barista " would u mind to add extra shot for my latte" after u paid obviously.. 
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May 14 2010, 06:59 AM
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kjisdaman - thanks for the education. Will be on the lookout for Starbuck with old machine, no need to pay extra for better coffee!
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May 14 2010, 03:00 PM
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QUOTE(kjisdaman @ May 13 2010, 08:19 PM) 2) verismo - all new sbux is using it.. taste not so strong on ur latte.. extra shot of espresso is recommended.. for tall just said to barista " would u mind to add extra shot for my latte" after u paid obviously... Oddly, I didn't ask after paying. Normally, they will give it (extra shot) to you for free when you buy tall (small) size. |
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May 14 2010, 03:29 PM
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how is Kluang Station considered coffee house?
like that then what about Black Canyon? Pappa Rich? Old Taste? Old Man? Bad Taste? Ipoh White? White Ipoh? Ipoh Coffee? Coffee White? and other imitations? |
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May 14 2010, 06:03 PM
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QUOTE(goldfries @ May 14 2010, 03:29 PM) how is Kluang Station considered coffee house? Is that call local coffee house?like that then what about Black Canyon? Pappa Rich? Old Taste? Old Man? Bad Taste? Ipoh White? White Ipoh? Ipoh Coffee? Coffee White? and other imitations? Added on May 14, 2010, 6:03 pmFor me Starbucks latte or Illy latte with 4 shot is enough. This post has been edited by Putraskyline: May 14 2010, 06:03 PM |
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May 15 2010, 12:40 AM
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QUOTE(goliath @ May 14 2010, 03:00 PM) Oddly, I didn't ask after paying. Normally, they will give it (extra shot) to you for free when you buy tall (small) size. yea most of the time we'll give extra shot.. but no everyone likes it.. new barista will be a bit hesitant..just smile n talk nicely to us we'll hav to give u what u want... hehe.. even though i work in starbucks.. i still drink old town white coffee too sweet at times.., kluang station is great too full body, high acidity.. early morning usually go for black coffee for the kick.. coffee house is with full service as in with waiters and kitchen for food.. where else cafe is simple coffee on the go.. pastries/cakes.. self-service.. but in general term its all call cafe.. |
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May 15 2010, 02:15 AM
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QUOTE(Putraskyline @ May 14 2010, 06:03 PM) Is that call local coffee house? itu la. how do we DEFINE a "coffee house" to begin with?Gloria Jeans would be one. but then why is Kluang Station in the list? is coffee their main forte? |
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May 15 2010, 07:50 AM
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QUOTE(goldfries @ May 15 2010, 02:15 AM) itu la. how do we DEFINE a "coffee house" to begin with? Is that their selling point?Gloria Jeans would be one. but then why is Kluang Station in the list? is coffee their main forte? |
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May 15 2010, 02:00 PM
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Austin Chase @ Pavillion is also a good place to find good coffees. The ambiance, coupled with wide array of choices is the perfect combination for a wonderful coffee experience!
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May 15 2010, 11:06 PM
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McD premium coffee also not bad. Using arabica beans. Cheap and good
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May 17 2010, 10:31 PM
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QUOTE(cuebiz @ May 15 2010, 11:06 PM) McD premium coffee also not bad. Using arabica beans. Cheap and good haha McD coffee is too light for my taste.. very light body.. just another marketing stun from McD.. starbucks, dome, san fran coffee, austin chase are all arabica.. local kopitiam shop are mostly robusta, goreng with sugar n butter thus the sweetness n oily coffee.. but it still my favourite.. |
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May 18 2010, 12:42 PM
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QUOTE(cuebiz @ May 15 2010, 11:06 PM) McD premium coffee also not bad. Using arabica beans. Cheap and good agreed but I dislike the creamer. taste of non-dairy creamer  |
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May 18 2010, 01:01 PM
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QUOTE(kukubisu @ May 18 2010, 12:42 PM) agreed but I dislike the creamer. taste of non-dairy creamer They use to have very good imported dairy creamer from aussie. These days they are passing off dried oil-palm derivative as creamer!  McD position themselves as having premium coffee but gives lowest quality creamer! |
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May 18 2010, 01:45 PM
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coffee must drink in black , no creamer then oni get the kick
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May 18 2010, 07:38 PM
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QUOTE(TommyTan @ May 18 2010, 01:45 PM) coffee must drink in black , no creamer then oni get the kick MrTommyTan, hi ya some ppl like black, other white. All ppl cannot have same taste if not this world sure boring and all females sure nobody wants |
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May 18 2010, 08:27 PM
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QUOTE(stimix @ May 13 2010, 08:53 AM) I heard those from Celebes (Sulawesi) are the best liao..Starbuck best - Sulawesi liao...otherwise I like the sumatra wan too.. starbucks sumatra and kenya is my favourite.. drink it black u can taste the eathy flavours of sumatra..kenya u can smell the berries flavours..  |
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May 19 2010, 02:51 PM
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Do try out the cozy house : Pacific Coffee company @ IOI boulevard
http://redspec.net/2010/04/03/pacific-coff...levard-puchong/ website from net |
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May 19 2010, 04:00 PM
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Puchong got Old Boy kopitiam.
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May 19 2010, 06:56 PM
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my fav is starbucks for sure.. good coffee !!.. there is one called DR.Cafe at mont kiara solaris.. is not bad.
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May 23 2010, 11:52 AM
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Well I kinda like Pacific Coffee..my fav is their strawberry banana and hazelnut latte:) They have a lot of food variety too with free mags and internet station
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Aug 17 2010, 03:31 PM
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Hi,
I know alot of people like coffee from Starbuck, Coffeebean etc. But I never have like the taste of it. For me, It too 'garing' and have taste of "hangus' and not that strong (pekat). I end up taking Nescafe in office and Kopi kangpung at my home. At my Office, we got the coffee maker which use 'strong' coffee bean but the taste is just the same with starbuck. I like bitter but sweet plus strong smooth taste. How do I choose coffee bean as I see Starbuck offer wide range of coffee bean on the rack. I know there is one for my liking as I always fall in love with coffee in the Concorde Shah Alam. Would anybody advice me? |
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Aug 23 2010, 09:44 AM
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QUOTE(sarahFaizal @ Aug 17 2010, 03:31 PM) Hi, hey there.I know alot of people like coffee from Starbuck, Coffeebean etc. But I never have like the taste of it. For me, It too 'garing' and have taste of "hangus' and not that strong (pekat). I end up taking Nescafe in office and Kopi kangpung at my home. At my Office, we got the coffee maker which use 'strong' coffee bean but the taste is just the same with starbuck. I like bitter but sweet plus strong smooth taste. How do I choose coffee bean as I see Starbuck offer wide range of coffee bean on the rack. I know there is one for my liking as I always fall in love with coffee in the Concorde Shah Alam. Would anybody advice me? i doubt you can find coffee blends that are sweet in nature to be honest - unless you add in the sugar yourself. however, do consider starbucks' morning roast - its smooth and gentle, i love making my own lattes with them for lazy saturday breakfast. if youre unsure, you can always sample the smell - just look around the front-top 3rd of the coffee pack, and look for the tester. press the back side of the tester gently, put your nose close to it, and smell em hard. haha |
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There is a coffee house aka coffee bar in Malacca.
It's called Khaki Coffee Bar. Serve only high grade coffee beans hand selected, and if you are lucky, you can see the roasting of bean live. The place is quite small, but it's a relaxing place to chill out. Been there for 3 or 4 times already. They even sell the roasted beans (which they roasted themselves) http://www.khakicoffeebar.com/ http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Khaki-Coffee-Bar/ Location: Opposite Carry-on steamboat, or near to Pure Bar in Malacca Price is reasonable, and you can talk to the owner. The shop is quite new and is setup especially for coffee enthusiast. |
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Oct 3 2010, 10:57 PM
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I'm Starbuck's supporter!!!
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Oct 4 2010, 12:31 AM
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Never thought that my old thread has been revived until this extent.
Well, after these few years taking all sorts of caffeine drinks (mostly from office coffee machine / nescafe machine), I recently found my love in double or even double double espresso, pure black Once in a while, I would mix some milk for smoother experience but pure black is still my favorite now. Still do not have the chance to get into a decent coffee cafe for different experiences, but the one in Malacca sounds interesting. |
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Oct 4 2010, 03:16 PM
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starbucks is too diluted gloria jean best best deal is Dunkin Donut coffee. |
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Oct 4 2010, 04:37 PM
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QUOTE(kimhoong @ Oct 4 2010, 12:31 AM) Never thought that my old thread has been revived until this extent. they have "hidden" menu coffee to regulars.. Well, after these few years taking all sorts of caffeine drinks (mostly from office coffee machine / nescafe machine), I recently found my love in double or even double double espresso, pure black Once in a while, I would mix some milk for smoother experience but pure black is still my favorite now. Still do not have the chance to get into a decent coffee cafe for different experiences, but the one in Malacca sounds interesting. you should try it |
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Oct 4 2010, 08:17 PM
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QUOTE(stevanistelrooy @ Oct 3 2010, 06:21 PM) There is a coffee house aka coffee bar in Malacca. How about the price? Will try when I'm visiting Melaka.It's called Khaki Coffee Bar. Serve only high grade coffee beans hand selected, and if you are lucky, you can see the roasting of bean live. The place is quite small, but it's a relaxing place to chill out. Been there for 3 or 4 times already. They even sell the roasted beans (which they roasted themselves) http://www.khakicoffeebar.com/ http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Khaki-Coffee-Bar/ Location: Opposite Carry-on steamboat, or near to Pure Bar in Malacca Price is reasonable, and you can talk to the owner. The shop is quite new and is setup especially for coffee enthusiast. |
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QUOTE(kimhoong @ Oct 4 2010, 12:31 AM) Never thought that my old thread has been revived until this extent. May I recommend this place? It's new and recently I had a ristretto there and it's really nice. Although ambiance is not a perfect 10, they do make some special coffee.Well, after these few years taking all sorts of caffeine drinks (mostly from office coffee machine / nescafe machine), I recently found my love in double or even double double espresso, pure black Once in a while, I would mix some milk for smoother experience but pure black is still my favorite now. Still do not have the chance to get into a decent coffee cafe for different experiences, but the one in Malacca sounds interesting. http://eiling.blogspot.com/2010/09/ristret...t-kiara-kl.html http://ristretto.com.my/ |
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Oct 16 2010, 07:08 PM
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Had a wasabi espresso last Sunday, and the kick, (*imagine from 12am to 3am you're turning on the bed left and right
)Nevertheless, the kick of wasabi espresso is good enough to awake you (drank around 4/5pm, but kick last) Their garlic bread is not bad either. |
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Nov 7 2010, 11:30 AM
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Apr 7 2011, 06:30 PM
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 Guess what mixture in it |
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May 26 2011, 10:42 AM
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[WTA] if buy the coffee beans and make ourselves from CB, starb is it cheaper(easy)?. Taste just as good?
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May 26 2011, 10:47 AM
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I think I saw an ads online saying Starbucks now has a breakfast combo.
A coffee and a sandwich of the day for RM6.50 or add on RM3 for a latte. Anyone have info bout this? OK nvm, did a google and found out its on 2009 APR. shud be expire d. >_> This post has been edited by Vengeance_Mad: May 26 2011, 10:48 AM |
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May 30 2011, 07:31 PM
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i recently discover a new coffee house in empire, whisk..
their coffee is strong & the macaron is just wonderful.. |
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Aug 26 2011, 12:08 PM
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Where do you think has the best coffee in KL? I'm talking about independent coffee places, please don't even mention Coffee Bean, Starbucks, Gloria Jean's here, cos they're crap chain coffee.
I personally love the Espresso Blend in Antipodean Bangsar, beans sourced in Indonesia and roasted on site in this cafe right smack in the middle of Telawi. Any other worth noting coffee places to share? This post has been edited by coachforless: Aug 26 2011, 12:09 PM |
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Aug 26 2011, 12:43 PM
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Personally I don't really fancy chain stores coffee. Although I might patronise them for the ambience and wifi but the coffee was never the reason. Being a local, I still prefers our 'Kopi-O kau'. The ones served in Pak Hailam in Low Yat is not bad. Also in Tanjung Malim, Yik Mun used to serve nice local brew but since they are near the R & R on PLUS, they are still OK with their dumplings.
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Aug 26 2011, 01:35 PM
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Yes, typical china beng kopitiam serves good kopi.
I like those small stalls by Jalan Pasar. Used to drink it when i used to work part time for my dad there. |
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Aug 26 2011, 04:01 PM
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I like local kopitiam coffee as well but it's getting harder and harder to find in KL. Still a few good places in Ipoh though.
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Aug 26 2011, 04:23 PM
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So far, I heard two places that serve good coffee; Ristretto (Mont Kiara) and Real and Wholesome (a.k.a. RAW) (Wisma Equity, Jalan Ampang). I personally have yet to try them.
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Aug 29 2011, 12:56 PM
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So long as the espresso drinks come with Latte Art and the temperature of the steam milk is just right..
I can safely say its made with Love <3 and its worth a drink! Go for the local stores first... chain is more like a last resort when you really have no idea and would like a safe generally accepted fallback. Personally think Gloria Jeans is good. |
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Aug 31 2011, 03:13 PM
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How about kopi luwak ? Anyone has experience it ?
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Aug 31 2011, 06:21 PM
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QUOTE(Reventon @ Aug 31 2011, 03:13 PM) How about kopi luwak ? Anyone has experience it ? i was about to askwhere to get luwak beans or luwak coffee drink in Klang valley?? |
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Aug 31 2011, 06:42 PM
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QUOTE(PrinceHamsap @ Aug 31 2011, 06:21 PM) i was about to ask They sell it here, yes right here in the forum where to get luwak beans or luwak coffee drink in Klang valley?? http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...hl=coffee+luwak |
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Sep 2 2011, 10:51 AM
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izzit really that good?
not a coffee addict but recently just started drinking lots of coffee. |
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Sep 8 2011, 10:26 PM
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starbuck coffee is shit. There is no crema on the espresso shot.
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Nov 4 2011, 11:19 PM
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Any home baristas here? What machine do you use?
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Nov 5 2011, 11:47 AM
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QUOTE(mugenz @ Sep 2 2011, 10:51 AM) izzit really that good? Yes. It is good. It has it own aroma and taste.not a coffee addict but recently just started drinking lots of coffee. |
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Nov 14 2011, 09:49 PM
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was starbucks ever good? pls find some time n put in effort to try brews at RAW. located at jln ampang. for those who cant seem to appreciate the money to be spent on a cup of good coffee, can keep feeding on starbucks.
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Nov 15 2011, 04:05 PM
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Ya, agree about starbucks...
Anyway have not tried RAW, will do soon, definitely.. for me so far the best coffee personally is the "Vienna" at Black Canyon... |
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Nov 15 2011, 07:16 PM
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QUOTE(fuzagi @ Nov 14 2011, 09:49 PM) was starbucks ever good? pls find some time n put in effort to try brews at RAW. located at jln ampang. for those who cant seem to appreciate the money to be spent on a cup of good coffee, can keep feeding on starbucks. Maybe you can try at ritual cafe in uptown damansara. Those brew Kenya or brazil etc not bad. |
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Nov 18 2011, 01:25 AM
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ive only tried the one at section14. are they similar?
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Nov 18 2011, 08:23 AM
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Section 14 no more liau. They shift to damansara uptown. Just recently.
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Nov 18 2011, 09:57 AM
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QUOTE(ozak @ Nov 18 2011, 09:23 AM) Section 14 no more liau. They shift to damansara uptown. Just recently. Are they open alreadi? facebook says still shifting. |
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Nov 18 2011, 11:37 AM
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Probaly still shifting kua. Did it state when opening?
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Mar 28 2012, 10:39 AM
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All coffee lovers,
I am doing a little survey here to hopefully grow a business from it To find out: Does the majority of people take coffee daily? How do you like your coffee? Mild?Kau? Types of coffee/coffee beans you prefer? What is the most tastiest coffee you ever tried? Unlike the conventional Starbucks,Coffeebean kind. Thanks much |
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Mar 31 2012, 12:27 AM
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Sumatra mandheling mah fav. But always keep options open for beans from other country. Coz in kl very limited la
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Apr 5 2012, 11:58 PM
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Espresso is a based for every cafe drinks like cappucino, latte, machiato, shakerato, caffe vinnese and much more. It plays such an important role in a cup of coffee. Same goes to your milk. U will need years of experience to froth the right milk. Im using marzocco coffee machine. U will have the best opinion but not the best coffee. U will just keep looking for a better1. :-p
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Apr 13 2012, 02:53 PM
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Newbie
0 posts Joined: Apr 2012
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HI guys,
Where i come from we can find good coffees, unfortunately not much to be found here in KL I would like to hear where do you guys like to go to have your coffees? I am referring to European/american coffees such as Late, flatwhite, esperesso etc. ok hope to hear back Truely Yours |
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Apr 14 2012, 09:06 AM
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Senior Member
1,127 posts Joined: Feb 2008
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QUOTE(Truely Yours @ Apr 13 2012, 03:53 PM) HI guys, there are quite a few indie coffee cafes in klang valley. try googling Where i come from we can find good coffees, unfortunately not much to be found here in KL I would like to hear where do you guys like to go to have your coffees? I am referring to European/american coffees such as Late, flatwhite, esperesso etc. ok hope to hear back Truely Yours coffee lovers in malaysia review |
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Apr 14 2012, 09:34 AM
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597 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Dai Seng Bou
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no illy's in poll?
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Apr 19 2012, 02:57 PM
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Newbie
3 posts Joined: Feb 2012
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hey guys, talking about the coffee houses...
gosh, i just came back from Pacific Coffee in Puchong geh~ the services by the employees were so horrible. They were so rude. I merely ordered an Americano coffee and I used the usual plastic stirrer and guess what the plastic stirrer melted. OMG~ I told the employees about this and they just ignore me and then i even asked them at what temperature they served the Americano coffee at, and they said they served to me at 120 degree Celsius. =.= here's a facebook note about it >.< I'm not going back to Pacific Coffee house anymore. Starbucks is still the best for me. https://www.facebook.com/notes/leonard-lau/...e/2654928353074 |
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Apr 20 2012, 10:58 PM
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Senior Member
2,851 posts Joined: Jun 2006
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QUOTE(leo_ck @ Apr 19 2012, 02:57 PM) hey guys, talking about the coffee houses... stimix! explain urself!gosh, i just came back from Pacific Coffee in Puchong geh~ the services by the employees were so horrible. |
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Apr 20 2012, 11:01 PM
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Moderator
3,542 posts Joined: Jan 2003 From: Puchong, Selangor
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I dunno lor bcos I dun even step into any Pacific branches... Sekali pergi , not many pipu so must be lousy liao.
So true fact lor.. If there is no que, better dun panlai-panlai become a guinea pig |
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May 18 2012, 07:02 PM
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367 posts Joined: Nov 2005
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Coffee bean
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