Coffee People. Talk to me.

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My name is Tim and I'm a Coffee Geek.

Other terms I've had applied: Coffee Jerk. Coffee Ninja. Coffee Sensei.

Background: Been drinking the stuff forever. Had my first coffee job in college, that was 13 years ago. Since then I've been baristo, manager, trainer, and owner of retail gourmet coffee shops. Last year I started a (one-man) consulting company. My clients were all coffee businesses. One client (my favorite coffee roaster) brought me on full-time last year as an Evil Scientist- I've been doing program development there, it's been a blast. I also discovered I love love love the coffee roasting side of the industry.

anyway, here's my home brew rig:


my auto-drip machine is 10 years old and going strong. Brews at 195 degrees. I drink about 24oz out of this thing daily between 5 and 8AM.

I'll use the Aeropress after the drip's gone. The Bonavita kettle is fun to use- super convenient, with built-in thermostat.

Main grinder is Capresso Infinity, I've used it for almost 8 years now. Still very happy.

I'll take the Hario hand grinder and Aeropress with me when I travel.

Two things I don't have to fuss with: home roasting and home espresso. I respect those who go through the hassle, I'm very fortunate to have commercial capabilities at my fingertips where I work.

ok, who's next?