Meetup At The Cairns Episode II – The Dark Side of Convenience
Posted in Meetups, Reviews on November 25th, 2009 by ColinTHE NESPRESSO EXPERIENCE Continue reading
Return of the 45 second Pour (2009)
Posted in Pulls, Roasts, taste on June 26th, 2009 by ColinThe 45 second ristretto makes a comeback with 3rd day Brazil Moreninha Formosa. I’m in seventh heaven. This is my GODSHOT! I can’t remember a finer shot than my previous one a long time ago with eCafe Sidamo. Pronounced DARK Chocolate notes, caramel creamy goodness, long aftertaste I wish could last forever.
While many would balk “45 seconds? Ristretto (restricted espresso)? That’s almost twice 25 seconds – the standard… Continue reading
Brazil Moreninha Formosa
Posted in Meetups, Notes, Roasts, taste on June 25th, 2009 by ColinRoasted on I-Roast 2 Rec 2, stopped with 2 minutes remaining.
Full City to Full City +
2nd day: espresso, slow drip, 45 second ristretto, gorgeous naked flow. Extremely creamy, long aftertaste. Hint of spice, chocolate notes. I think taste will be more pronounced when it peaks later. Will be better tomorrow or day after. Needs more rest. Fantastic RISTRETTO roast. I’m in love! What… Continue reading
45 Seconds of Sheer Bliss Part 2
Posted in Pulls, Rant on October 28th, 2007 by ColinI should change the title.I was jinxed yesterday.I thought I had a good day ahead of me. I roasted a real nice batch of SM Italian Espresso blend 4 days ago. Yesterday would be peaking at 3 days. The roast was stopped at the start of 2nd crack, giving the bean a nice dark chocolate brown, with very slight hints of oil. Perfect day, right? My bro requested an americano… Continue reading
