cruzmisl Posted August 15, 2009 Report Posted August 15, 2009 I just got a new grinder for my espresso machine. Its a Compak K10 WBC. Its an absolute beauty designed for the commercial environment. If its good for the pros its perfect for me I didn't really need it since my old grinder was just fine. I went through 4lbs of coffee dialing in the grind but but now its bang on and produces great espresso. Here is a picture of it next to my Elektra T1.
dms Posted August 15, 2009 Report Posted August 15, 2009 Nice Elektra! How do you like the K10 WBC? Did you consider any other grinders? I recently upgraded my espresso machine, and now need to get something better than my Macap M4 to go along with it. I've been looking at some of the larger conicals, and this is on my list as are the Macap M7K, Mahlkonig Vario, and maybe the Cimbali Max Hybrid...
cruzmisl Posted August 15, 2009 Author Report Posted August 15, 2009 It really boiled down to the MaxHybrid, Mazzer Major/Kony and the Compak. The MACAP's looks didn't really do anything for me so it was out The MaxHybrid's looks are the worst of the bunch. I hated the old 70's style brown and stainless look which is what I had with my Rancilio MD40. Sure it would have saved me $500 but I would have regretted it. Its also loud from what I have read. The Mazzers look great but I couldn't justify spending the money for the Major that uses larger flat burrs and the Kony gets mixed reviews. It is expensive, has 63mm burrs and grinds very slow. The Mahlkonig is sweet but was out of my price range and I'm not sure on the doserless concept. Which left me with the Compak. Its not perfect either but it looks good, its quiet, has 68mm conical burrs and grinds really fast. Not to mention I got a good deal on it and it matches my T1 quite nicely. The doser is really nice too I really like it so far.
Loquitur Posted August 15, 2009 Report Posted August 15, 2009 Wow, Cruz, that is beautiful!! Is all that extra ground coffee in time for the brisket???
cruzmisl Posted August 15, 2009 Author Report Posted August 15, 2009 lol, no just using a standard rub this time
scouterpf Posted September 1, 2009 Report Posted September 1, 2009 We use a kitchen aid grinder set on finest -- makes good expresso when we need it, it also works well in the rub. BTWI have taken to adding 1/3 cup cocoa to the rub.
Fetzervalve Posted September 4, 2009 Report Posted September 4, 2009 Cruz, I don't mean to steal your thunder, but I just wanted to show off my coffee setup. Grinder and the AeroPress that Dennis posted about a while back. Now, wipe that slobber off your chin.
DennisLinkletter Posted September 6, 2009 Report Posted September 6, 2009 AEROPRESS Coffee Maker I can't say enough good things about this product.. Great gift for any coffee connoisseur in your life.. Don't let it's simplicity or price fool you into thinking it's a compromise of any kind... AEROPRESS Coffee Maker Take your home roasted coffee and run it thru this innovative coffee maker designed by a lecturer in mechanical engineering at Stanford University. Results are comparable to the $11,000 Clover Machine that Starbucks is installing. Do some Googling and read the reviews.. After I got mine, I bought ten and sent them to all my coffee drinking friends.. http://www.aerobie.com/Products/aeropress_story.htm
cruzmisl Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Posted September 20, 2009 Well, not to be outdone a picture of a latte poured by yours truly,
Loquitur Posted September 20, 2009 Report Posted September 20, 2009 Cruz - you gotta be kidding!!! That's gorgeous!!!
DennisLinkletter Posted September 24, 2009 Report Posted September 24, 2009 Amazing! Great job.. Well, not to be outdone a picture of a latte poured by yours truly, Amazing! Great job..
primeats Posted September 24, 2009 Report Posted September 24, 2009 I love to consume beautiful food! That my friend is a masterpiece.
cruzmisl Posted September 24, 2009 Author Report Posted September 24, 2009 Thanks for the kind words. I like to do latte art for friends that visit but most just cover it with chocolate powder and/or stir in sugar.......heathens!
victoriacoffees Posted October 3, 2009 Report Posted October 3, 2009 I'm a coffee roaster by trade and an eater by nature. I'm in heaven! My very first post! ps - very nice grinder and espresso machine! And the latte, sweet.
