OT: Best coffee beans for non coffee lover…

[NHAero]

OK, you got me thinking about roasting my own coffee. Can I use the crockpot I got at the thrift store for chain waxing, just take the wax out in between waxing sessions, which occur every few months?

[tellyho]

Originally Posted by NHAero

OK, you got me thinking about roasting my own coffee. Can I use the crockpot I got at the thrift store for chain waxing, just take the wax out in between waxing sessions, which occur every few months?

No.

You need 400-500 degrees and stirring. There are various solutions to this, from buying a countertop roaster ($$$) to DIY. Bread maker + heat gun is one approach. I have a rotisserie basket powered by my drill on my Weber. Roasts 2# at a time and works a treat.

[tellyho]

Originally Posted by MikeD

Question: is roasting your own beans really worth the effort vs. beans that aren't fresh and kept in a sealed coffee bean container? I bought some fresh roasted beans from a local roaster and really couldn't taste a difference between that and beans I bought from Costco. I'm making cappuccinos though.

For me it's worth it because I'm a cheap bastard. I get green beans for $6ish a pound and roast exactly the coffee I want. It's always fresh. But if you don't have the time / desire to do that, then totally not worth it.

[MikeD]

Originally Posted by reuben

Ah, 8 O'clock. The rim brakes of coffee... (I like both).

But, I drink my coffee at 7 o'clock?!

[72gmc]

Originally Posted by MikeD

But, I drink my coffee at 7 o'clock?!

Years of work in radio broke me, so I'm up at 5:30 most days of the week. By 8am I'm up to coffee cruising speed ... eight o'clock coffee is just fine in that scenario. Also 9 o'clock through 1pm coffee, if I'm being honest.

[NHAero]

Originally Posted by tellyho

No.

You need 400-500 degrees and stirring. There are various solutions to this, from buying a countertop roaster ($$$) to DIY. Bread maker + heat gun is one approach. I have a rotisserie basket powered by my drill on my Weber. Roasts 2# at a time and works a treat.

This question was a little tongue in cheek..

[tomato coupe]

Originally Posted by bikerboy337

Not a huge fan of coffee. That being said trying to up my morning game …

Any advice for something else to try?

Tea?

[stefthehat]

My initial response like others have posted was also Yergacheffe though as noted other East African coffees will also share a similar fruity/floral profile ,I think it’s only available as a light maybe medium max roast .We are talking mother lode /origin of species type stuff here ,hideously expensive but definitely worth giving a try and if no joy embrace the world of tea .I’ve compared non-coffee drinkers giving this a bash to non-whiskey drinkers trying Laphroig [Apologies for spelling if wrong ]

[deluz]

I always drank tea and just got into coffee the past year.
I always make Latte’s
My son in law owns a coffee company that roasts and grinds beans and distributes to local businesses.
I tried different roasts and like medium the best.
The one I have is organic Central America.
I use a Moka Pot with Aeropress filters and it is very easy to use and comes out great. I don’t need anything more than that.
I just bought a grinder but have not used it on whole beans yet.

[Rpoole8537]

Originally Posted by tellyho

No.

You need 400-500 degrees and stirring. There are various solutions to this, from buying a countertop roaster ($$$) to DIY. Bread maker + heat gun is one approach. I have a rotisserie basket powered by my drill on my Weber. Roasts 2# at a time and works a treat.

I like the Weber grill idea! I may send a pm for more information.. years ago, I roasted my own coffee, but so much good coffee is available now, I stopped.

For the OP, have you tried Matcha tea. High level of caffeine, but can be pricey.

[tellyho]

Originally Posted by Rpoole8537

I like the Weber grill idea! I may send a pm for more information.. years ago, I roasted my own coffee, but so much good coffee is available now, I stopped.

For the OP, have you tried Matcha tea. High level of caffeine, but can be pricey.

Happy to talk more if you want!