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Have grinder, will travel (with fresh coffee!)
So important is the grinder to fine coffee, that when people starting the journey of exploration into quality coffee ask me my opinion about a particular espresso machine or something similar, I respond by asking ‘what about the grinder’. I go on to urge them to buy a decent grinder before even looking at sophisticated brewing methods. But that can be a problem…
Competition for the Sunbeam EM6910?
Breville has just released this little machine, which is getting some good press from Cafe Biz…
Mypressi - portable (well, sort of) espresso
Can you have truly portable espresso? How can you do that with the need for accurately heated water, a precise grind and even, 9 bar pressure? Well, if you can provide the first two, this gadget will do the rest…
The ultimate Silvia?
Most hardcore espresso fans end up modding their ‘spresso machine of choice to work just they way they want. But this example appeals powerfully to coffee enthusiast and the geek in me…
Turkish Update
Time for an update on the continuing journey of mastering the new roaster…
The first roast
A very busy week at work has meant several days delay in getting to actually roast in the Has Garanti properly. But today that all changed…
The roaster arrives - 2
The unpacking, moving – and working around the problems…
But having fun as well!
The roaster arrives - 1
This probably barely rates a post, but after a slightly frustrating day, the new Has Garanti roaster arrived – at 6pm.
July 4th 2009
3:06 PM AEDST
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to my site for all things coffee related.
Ministry Grounds is a blog for reflecting on my experience of roasting and drinking speciality coffee.
There's also some basic information here for people looking to start their journey into fine coffee.
I also have a growing hobby business selling green and fresh roasted coffee - see the Ministry Grounds Store.
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Ministry Grounds proudly offers Rainforest Alliance certified coffee.
Ministry Grounds proudly offers Mercanta coffees.
Ministry Grounds is a member of the Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand
