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graphidz	Jul 14 2020, 02:02 PM Return to original view \| Post #1
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	i'm still eagerly waiting for for Fellow Ode Brew user reviews to come out. if that performs well, will probably make high end hand grinders obsolete (unless you're grinding finer though)
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graphidz	Jun 4 2021, 05:20 PM Return to original view \| Post #2
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	Most people don't know that the actual thing that affects the coffee most, after beans, is the grinder. I highly recommend to upgrade your grinder
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graphidz	Jun 8 2021, 02:52 PM Return to original view \| Post #3
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	QUOTE(imceobichi @ Jun 7 2021, 08:43 PM) Thinking of buying a v60 Should I go for 01 or 02 size? Plastic or ceramic? Plastic all the way. Cheaper and harder to break. Even if break, cheap to replace Depends on your serving and to a point your brewing style. 01 for single or two cups. 02 works for 1 cup too of course, and can be used to serve larger servings too. In the end, guess it depends on your preference, but either would be fine imceobichi liked this post
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graphidz	Jun 8 2021, 07:48 PM Return to original view \| Post #4
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	QUOTE(4lt4ir @ Jun 8 2021, 05:48 PM) Worth to note that with 01, you're able to pour closer to the brew bed. Ah yeah that's true too. Well pouring closer vs higher has their merits. To each their own I guess. But need to take into account under "skills and recipes" That reminds me. Tried to make a few brews using the W60 using normal V60 method(s) and that dripper is just too tall. The best distance for agitation is too close for the gooseneck kettle, which makes me have to pour a bit higher which just destroys the bed
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graphidz	Jun 10 2021, 12:39 AM Return to original view \| Post #5
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	QUOTE(4lt4ir @ Jun 9 2021, 10:49 PM) What are your thoughts on the W60, mind sharing? To be honest I only bought it to use the ceramic dripper more than the mesh filter. Not a fan of non-paper filters because of how much fines get into the final brew. But maybe one day I'll try it out Some observations from it though : - the mesh filter is soft and probably made of plastic. Reminds me of those mosquito nettings you use, but finer. Most probably won't affect the taste, but will definitely affect longevity - looks like they are finer than metal filters, but not 100% sure on this. If true, the it'll be cleaner than metal filters - the flat bottom dripper won't automatically make it able to brew Kalita filters unfortunately due to it being pretty shallow - the ceramic dripper is massive. Bigger than a 02. So heating it up is a lot harder - the shape of the dipper is interesting to me because like Origami, the paper lies on the lines and doesn't touch the wall, but unlike the Origami, it's like a spiral. The curvy shape of it actually means the lines inside to be higher than standard V60. Could be used to experiment in if water flow affects rate of extraction or drawdown time The only thing that prevents me from using it is my grinder, which is the Kinu. It's a damn great grinder, but as many as said online, the fines can be quite a bit, which I do not want to have in my final brew. If I had a EK43 or even a Comandante or a machine with SSP Unimodal, then I'd be more confident in trying it out 4lt4ir liked this post
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graphidz	Jun 11 2021, 12:59 AM Return to original view \| Post #6
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	Was hoping he'd give a glowing review but it was overall better than average for the price. Guess this won't make the grinder even more in demand as it is now I guess, which is probably for the best This post has been edited by graphidz: Jun 11 2021, 01:05 AM
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graphidz	Jun 11 2021, 07:46 AM Return to original view \| Post #7
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	QUOTE(4lt4ir @ Jun 11 2021, 01:57 AM) Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the W60. Based on that, I'll skip it for now. Don't really think I need another brew device. Anyway, regarding the Kinu, I'd have thought that a Kinu would produce less fines than your typical run of the mill hand grinder. Which model do you have, the Classic? The Classic of course Because of how heavy it is, grinding on lighter grinder feels so much easier lol. Also, Kinu changed their packaging game to make it a bit more premium. Now comes with a soft-hard traveling case instead of just a cardboard box. In terms of grinding though, the consistency is amazing I'd say. Can't say if it's less fine than other grinders since this is the only grinder I have for comparison, but grinding denser beans at coarse setting really do look like it has high consistency. But with any grinders, fines will always be produced, the tiny, powdery fines that is. I'll show a comparison sooner or later I guess 4lt4ir liked this post
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graphidz	Jun 11 2021, 07:44 PM Return to original view \| Post #8
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	If it's bitter, then why not extract less? Alternatively why not grind coarser instead?
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graphidz	Jun 14 2021, 10:30 AM Return to original view \| Post #9
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	To each their own I guess? I'd rather take something more hassle but confirm can tahan some abuse than something that's cheaply made. I'm no hardcore environmentalist, but if the machine broke down not repairable within a few months, that's a total waste and not environmentally friendly
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graphidz	Jun 14 2021, 01:12 PM Return to original view \| Post #10
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	QUOTE(kmleegwct @ Jun 14 2021, 11:19 AM) My guess are you are referring to Milesto. You may be correct. There is not much information regarding these machine. Could Lowyat forumers please help to provide more info. You could probably get more information from underground coffee forum or some Chinese forums though
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graphidz	Jun 25 2021, 12:21 AM Return to original view \| Post #11
F.A.T.E Senior Member 1,411 posts Joined: Jun 2009 From: land of burung kenyalang	» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE(daijoubu @ Jun 23 2021, 09:09 PM) Anyone seen the X Bar? It is Chinese made, and early sold iterations (on Taobao, JD) used to be known as MPXY 11C. Using CO2 cartridges or a manual/auto bike pump as pressure source, with ability to pressure profile. In a way it is similar to the Portaspresso Rossa PG. [attachmentid=10911252] https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/983068...ut_rewards_page Using the CO2 you can pressure profile. But the concern of course is the cost of replacing those cartridges. I think it is very possible to refill refillable 8g cartridges with CO2 from Sodaxpress bottles (400g refill for RM40). 8g cartridge can last 2-3 shots, so RM40 refill should last you 100-150 shots. If you want to forgo the convenience and portability of the small cartridge, then you can opt to use an auto or manual bar pump, but it may be difficult to profile the pressure as accurately. The creators did say that they are looking to add as an upgradable kit in future an air reservoir that you can charge with a manual pump separately, and use (this sounds again very similar to Portaspresso Rossa PG). There are several reviews of the production unit on Youtube. Mostly said that the taste is good, but you'll need to manage the thermals with preheating. Another pros is the standard 58mm portafilter compatibility, making this the cheapest entry point for a 58mm portafilter manual espresso machine with ability to pressure profile. Anyone looking to pledge can use my link and we can share the rebates https://boost.pledgeboost.com/s/jjKS2ZrT Edit: Adding youtube reviews J8tQh8clAKE q4dFuWgP3eM wNAyrE5ynYY When I saw a review of this I thought, "it's that simple?". But it does seem like a really cheap way to get into espresso. It's not as hands on as something like the Robot or Flair, but for something more "automated" and easier repeatability, this could be it. And the idea of a separate pressure reservoir or some sort is something that I wonder why it doesn't exist until now. Hopefully it'll be doable. Is there a variable pressure electric pump?
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