Thanks.

can i get any espresso machine (good brand not those low quality) with less thn RM2k??

Hey guys,

Just wanted to ask your opinions. So the other day I went to Artisans roast and ordered a filtered coffee. Personally I found it a little light and a slight tinge of sour. So I went online and it seems that everyone is chasing this lighter more acidic sort of coffee (unless I am much mistaken). Is it weird that I think a darker more bitter roast which would not be as sour is better? Or am I missing out on some flavor or taste that I did not really pick up from the cup? Could it be that what I am missing is the flavors of the coffee oil which would not be there because of the filtering?

Also I am looking to get a manual grinder to make some coffee with a french press. Can anyone recommend any coffee beans that might be worth trying?

It's not much, but it's a start...
The first local coffee directory site:
http://localcoffee.my/

try coffee ritual damansara uptown. they have what u want.

With a budget lesser than 2K, not sure if you can get anything that is considered as a good espresso machine but it is possible for 2nd hand units.

If you prefer more bitterness and a fuller body (more mouthfeel), just tell the barista. A good barista will be able to make u the drink that you ask for.
What beans did they use for you that tasted 'light and acidic' (if you can remember)?

Really cannot remember d.. but I wanted to test if I would like it (keeping mind open to new stuff). It would appear I should ask the barista for a darker roast next time. Just curious but what do you guys see in the lighter roast. Is there anything i should look out for when drinking it? A better understanding may give me a bit more appreciation for it.

Erm anyone could me check it out on parkson online shopping website, they are selling Hario Ceramic Coffee Mill, anyone who have this product or came across with this, i would like to know whether it is burr hand grinder or blade?

It has ceramic burrs.

Generally, if you like a traditional 'coffee' taste (aka chocolate, nutty, earthy flavours) then i suggest go for long blacks. Beans used for espresso based drinks are generally roasted darker than beans used for filter methods.

Ppl who drink filter coffee generally want to taste something different, hence the acidic coffee popularity. However, the barista's skill is very important in determining if you're getting a good cup of coffee that brings out the full taste of the bean or he/she is just making bad coffee resulting in an unpleasant tasting cup (keep in mind that different ppl have different expectations though).

Also, i'm a firm believer that if you don't like how the coffee tastes, you should inform the barista (but pls don't just say "it sucks" and leave. tell them why it sucks). A good barista SHOULD have a good attitude to match his/her skills. Customer service is very important.

12g of coffee extracted to 18g of espresso, with 5oz of milk. Pre-infusion at 1.1 bar for 4 secs, and 3 secs at 3 bar.
Coffee beans used is Highlander Coffee.


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what machine are you using?

The first thing in my mind when it comes to cofffee is Publika, you see people drinking coffee at night till midnight. Pretty weird but its the fact haha.

I'm using a VBM Domobar..

There is a well-known cafe in Malacca - serving the 13 different type of coffee according to states in Malaysia! Have to try them!

since so many coffee lover around, why nobody is doing bulk order instead? because of roasting date?

Join this groupSpecialty Coffee.. There are group buys there..

Thanks!!

Yes, they're going for that acidic and sour taste nowadays. Royal Post makes a decent cup of coffee compared to Artisan despite using the same beans.

Hi guys, I've been reading this thread for quite a long time. I love coffee but im still a newbie in this field . Can anyone suggest me a good espresso machine costing below 1k? Found morphy richard esp maker around 600. Is it any good? What kind of chocolate you guys use for making mocha drinks? Do they have powder mocha for home use sold in the market? Thank you