It came

germantown rob · 08-12-2009, 10:34 AM

I still can't see the machine

, there thats better.

Soooooo, I am waiting for the first taste thoughts.

floydpink · 08-12-2009, 10:41 AM

well, I definitely need some practice, but the innaugural shots have me thinking my wife might one day think it was money well spent

Mister Moo · 08-12-2009, 10:45 AM

You gonna need a bigger counter...

floydpink · 08-12-2009, 10:52 AM

Holy moly!!! First latte and I am blown away at the power of the steam wand on this beast.

I am now on my 5th shot and need to go outside.

germantown rob · 08-12-2009, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by floydpink

Holy moly!!! First latte and I am blown away at the power of the steam wand on this beast.

I am now on my 5th shot and need to go outside.

Only 25 shots left of that Black Cat now.

floydpink · 08-12-2009, 03:58 PM

After a record setting day of expresso consumption, I have concluded that either I was doing something wrong, the Gaggia machine sucked, or I am now in a whole new league of brewing as I can't believe the difference in my espresso and lattes.

I was previously under the impression that a shot was pretty much a shot, but the heat exchange and steam was better on a commercial style machine and recovery time was shortened. I no longer feel that way and feel I have really made a large upgrade in equipment and quality of espresso shots.

As of 5pm, the crema on most shots is firm enough to hold a small teaspoon of sugar. This is a first for me.

A lot may have to do with the fact that the cup warmer and grouphead on the Brasilia keep everything at optimal temps, which I am finally learning how important it is.

I have pulled shots of Inteeligencia Black Cat from my old Gaggia and my wife, who is from Brasil, felt was too strong and bitter.

She is on her 2nd latte.

My bottomless filter should arrive by the weekend and I will really start getting this dialed in.

Mister Moo · 08-12-2009, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by floydpink

After a record setting day of expresso consumption, I have concluded that either I was doing something wrong, the Gaggia machine sucked, or I am now in a whole new league of brewing as I can't believe the difference in my espresso and lattes.

I was previously under the impression that a shot was pretty much a shot, but the heat exchange and steam was better on a commercial style machine and recovery time was shortened. I no longer feel that way and feel I have really made a large upgrade in equipment and quality of espresso shots.

As of 5pm, the crema on most shots is firm enough to hold a small teaspoon of sugar. This is a first for me.

A lot may have to do with the fact that the cup warmer and grouphead on the Brasilia keep everything at optimal temps, which I am finally learning how important it is.

I have pulled shots of Inteeligencia Black Cat from my old Gaggia and my wife, who is from Brasil, felt was too strong and bitter.

She is on her 2nd latte.

My bottomless filter should arrive by the weekend and I will really start getting this dialed in.

I'll be darned.

novasurf · 08-12-2009, 09:18 PM

I kinda like the palm trees in the background, Pete.

skibumdc · 08-12-2009, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister Moo

You gonna need a bigger counter...

ol:

08-12-2009, 10:34 AM	#1
germantown rob Still not Adjusted Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rob Location: Philadelphia Posts: 330 Trading: (1)	Re: It came I still can't see the machine , there thats better. Soooooo, I am waiting for the first taste thoughts.

08-12-2009, 10:41 AM	#2
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: It came well, I definitely need some practice, but the innaugural shots have me thinking my wife might one day think it was money well spent __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane"

08-12-2009, 10:45 AM	#3
Mister Moo I barely grok the obvious Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Lizard Lick, NC Posts: 1,417 Trading: (3)	Re: It came You gonna need a bigger counter... __________________ "I hope you had the time of your life."

08-12-2009, 10:52 AM	#4
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: It came Holy moly!!! First latte and I am blown away at the power of the steam wand on this beast. I am now on my 5th shot and need to go outside. __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane"

08-12-2009, 03:58 PM	#6
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: It came After a record setting day of expresso consumption, I have concluded that either I was doing something wrong, the Gaggia machine sucked, or I am now in a whole new league of brewing as I can't believe the difference in my espresso and lattes. I was previously under the impression that a shot was pretty much a shot, but the heat exchange and steam was better on a commercial style machine and recovery time was shortened. I no longer feel that way and feel I have really made a large upgrade in equipment and quality of espresso shots. As of 5pm, the crema on most shots is firm enough to hold a small teaspoon of sugar. This is a first for me. A lot may have to do with the fact that the cup warmer and grouphead on the Brasilia keep everything at optimal temps, which I am finally learning how important it is. I have pulled shots of Inteeligencia Black Cat from my old Gaggia and my wife, who is from Brasil, felt was too strong and bitter. She is on her 2nd latte. My bottomless filter should arrive by the weekend and I will really start getting this dialed in. __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane"

08-12-2009, 09:18 PM	#8
novasurf The Roastmaster General Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 262 Trading: (2)	Re: It came I kinda like the palm trees in the background, Pete. __________________ UB on FB here

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