Hello everyone. This is my first post outside the cigar realm, but I was wondering what some good coffees are. I ordered some Cafe Du Monde, their regular and french roast, but other than that, I am a little lost. I enjoy heavier bodied cigars so I would like something with some great flavor and a lot of kick. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance
Good Coffees?
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I have two recommendations:
1. Read and heed what is posted here. There are some very experienced "fine-coffee" drinkers on this board. I am a novice and have picked up some good advice.
By "read and heed" I mean go back and read the available coffee threads that have already been discussed at length.
2. Go to the library and read two or three books on selecting and brewing "speciality coffee." You will find a lot of good information in the library about the qualities of different coffees.
Among the things you will probably learn is that Cafe du Monde coffee is made from inferior (robusta) beans, is over-roasted and chickory is considered an adulterant.
(Personally, I enjoy it occasionally.)
You will be counseled to buy whole beans, grind them yourself and try alternative brewing methods. It can really become very complex, but it also becomes interesting and a lot of fun.
I'm about to go grind some Jamaican Blue Mountain Wallenford Estate beans ($40.00 a pound) in my burr grinder, brew it in my press pot and then kick back and watch Bill O'Reilly interview President Bush on the Fox News Channel.
Ahhhhhhhh...........................
1. Read and heed what is posted here. There are some very experienced "fine-coffee" drinkers on this board. I am a novice and have picked up some good advice.
By "read and heed" I mean go back and read the available coffee threads that have already been discussed at length.
2. Go to the library and read two or three books on selecting and brewing "speciality coffee." You will find a lot of good information in the library about the qualities of different coffees.
Among the things you will probably learn is that Cafe du Monde coffee is made from inferior (robusta) beans, is over-roasted and chickory is considered an adulterant.
(Personally, I enjoy it occasionally.)
You will be counseled to buy whole beans, grind them yourself and try alternative brewing methods. It can really become very complex, but it also becomes interesting and a lot of fun.
I'm about to go grind some Jamaican Blue Mountain Wallenford Estate beans ($40.00 a pound) in my burr grinder, brew it in my press pot and then kick back and watch Bill O'Reilly interview President Bush on the Fox News Channel.
Ahhhhhhhh...........................
I forgot to mention......
Oh, yes. I forgot to mention that no matter what any "fine coffee expert" might tell you, the best coffee for you is: whatever YOU like best!
Oh, yes. I forgot to mention that no matter what any "fine coffee expert" might tell you, the best coffee for you is: whatever YOU like best!
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I can't add anything to that. Spoken like a true, . . .
gulp!!! . . .
MODERATOR!!!
Uh oh, I think I hear Bigg Bosss Mann at my In Box.
Hold on, I'll read it. . . .
Bloof, . . .
YOU'RE FIRED!!!!
mg: :flush: :flush: :flush:
I can't add anything to that. Spoken like a true, . . .
gulp!!! . . .
MODERATOR!!!
Uh oh, I think I hear Bigg Bosss Mann at my In Box.
Hold on, I'll read it. . . .
Bloof, . . .
YOU'RE FIRED!!!!
mg: :flush: :flush: :flush:As you start playing with different coffees, you'll learn more. There really is no way to learn about coffee (or teas or whiskeys or handguns) from reading. Nothing compares to the actual experience.
And best coffee is even more subjective than caliber wars.
The next step I'd suggest is to invest in two different brewing methods. I imagine that you currently have a drip maker. Spend a little money and also buy a Frech Press. They're relatively cheap and produce an entirely different feeling coffee.
After that, start looking for a good burr grinder. It should have an adjustment that allows infinite variations on grind size but one that has preset points (fine, medium, course at a minimum) will also do.
Then kick back and enjoy.
And best coffee is even more subjective than caliber wars.
The next step I'd suggest is to invest in two different brewing methods. I imagine that you currently have a drip maker. Spend a little money and also buy a Frech Press. They're relatively cheap and produce an entirely different feeling coffee.
After that, start looking for a good burr grinder. It should have an adjustment that allows infinite variations on grind size but one that has preset points (fine, medium, course at a minimum) will also do.
Then kick back and enjoy.
You da man...
Bloof -
You are THE MAN!
My inspiration!
You keep on writin' and I'll keep on readin'.
:thumbsup:
Bloof -
You are THE MAN!
My inspiration!
You keep on writin' and I'll keep on readin'.
:thumbsup:
For someone who occupied a profession that I have so much respect and admiration for, that is indeed a compliment. Thank you, although I am truly not worthy.
Thanks guys. I actually use a french press. I have worked at three different coffee shops so I have learned a little bit but never really got into it. Now when I find myself enjoying a great cigar I don't want soda or if the mood isn't right, booze either. I think this is something that can be fun and I'm looking forward to it. Thanks again! I'll try to stay a little more active in this forum to learn what I can by some of you enthusiasts!