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I was talking to a friend of mine about home roasters, and he told me to:
Hey, let folks know that Homeroasters.org is running another contest. Top Prize is a Hottop KN-8828B!
This friend is one of the judges of this competition. The idea is to build a bean cooler that can cool a minimum of 4lbs. of coffee right out of the roaster to 150F as quickly as possible.
Sounds like a task, but with a prize like this:
I’d say you’ve got more than enough motivation. :o)
EDIT!
I received another email today from another homeroasters.org member. It reads:
Hi all:
Just wanted to say hi and a huge thankss for the contest plug.
It is heading toward some very inventive stuff. Join in!!
Warmest Regards,
Bahama Buck’s serves what?
Bahama Buck’s Original Shaved Ice Company
Bahama Buck’s retail stores are now equipped with La Cimbali superautomatics from Texas company, The Espresso Connection, in Houston.
That’s quite a jump from the frozen treat business straight into espresso. I asked who the roaster was, and the response was interesting. I was told that they have their own beans. I am assuming, however, that the roasting is outsourced and merely private labeled, though I can’t say that with absolute certainty.
Apparently, this jump has not yet been announced, so the menu is not there, but the machine most certainly is.
The only question I have, is about the employee training. Bahama Buck’s is a chain with over 22 locations (and growing).. which makes moving directly into espresso no small task. I guess that’s where the purchasing of Super Automatic machines comes in.
I don’t know about locations around you (if you have any), but the ones I’ve seen have always been pristinely clean. Always a joy. If the same attention to detail in shaved ice and smoothies is applied to the coffee, the result could be worth trying.
Bahama Buck’s serves what?
Bahama Buck’s Original Shaved Ice Company
Bahama Buck’s retail stores are now equipped with La Cimbali superautomatics from Texas company, The Espresso Connection, in Houston.
That’s quite a jump from the frozen treat business straight into espresso. I asked who the roaster was, and the response was interesting. I was told that they have their own beans. I am assuming, however, that the roasting is outsourced and merely private labeled, though I can’t say that with absolute certainty.
Apparently, this jump has not yet been announced, so the menu is not there, but the machine most certainly is.
The only question I have, is about the employee training. Bahama Buck’s is a chain with over 22 locations (and growing).. which makes moving directly into espresso no small task. I guess that’s where the purchasing of Super Automatic machines comes in.
I don’t know about locations around you (if you have any), but the ones I’ve seen have always been pristinely clean. Always a joy. If the same attention to detail in shaved ice and smoothies is applied to the coffee, the result could be worth trying.
Bahama Buck’s serves what?
Bahama Buck’s Original Shaved Ice Company
Bahama Buck’s retail stores are now equipped with La Cimbali superautomatics from Texas company, The Espresso Connection, in Houston.
That’s quite a jump from the frozen treat business straight into espresso. I asked who the roaster was, and the response was interesting. I was told that they have their own beans. I am assuming, however, that the roasting is outsourced and merely private labeled, though I can’t say that with absolute certainty.
Apparently, this jump has not yet been announced, so the menu is not there, but the machine most certainly is.
The only question I have, is about the employee training. Bahama Buck’s is a chain with over 22 locations (and growing).. which makes moving directly into espresso no small task. I guess that’s where the purchasing of Super Automatic machines comes in.
I don’t know about locations around you (if you have any), but the ones I’ve seen have always been pristinely clean. Always a joy. If the same attention to detail in shaved ice and smoothies is applied to the coffee, the result could be worth trying.
Texas Coffee Grinder Company
If you’ve been into this whole Specialty Coffee thing for very long, you’ve undoubtedly heard of, and witnessed the cult-like following of the very famous Zassenhaus hand coffee mills. The reason for its fame? Quality of build, and quality of the burr mechanism. It’s actually meant to be USED, and not just as decoration.
The company has all but disappeared, and distribution to North America came to a hault some time ago, so people have been driven to look for previously used units on e-bay or in Buy and Sell boards on various coffee forums.
I am extremely pleased (and quite proud, as a Texan) to have found and to now introduce a company IN TEXAS building hand-grinders that are built to be used, and used for years to come.
It is the
Texas Coffee Grinder Company
“Old fashioned coffee grinders custom made by hand”.
“The boxes are made from select 3/4 inch thick, 100 % hardwood and weigh about 8-10 lbs!”
“The mill is a premium grade cast iron mill. It is a strong hand crank, fully adjustable burr type grinder.”
Prices are fairly consistent at around $150. Don’t let the price tag scare you. That’s a bargain for a “real deal” wood box hand coffee mill. There is a catch: It is NOT espresso capable. Not a big deal if it allows you to travel with a French Press or pour-over more easily without having to worry about pre-grinding and praying to the volatile aromatic gods that the coffee doesn’t go stale before it’s used.
All “Texas Coffee People” get a generous discount of over 10%!
(Click Here.)
Texas-based Coffee and Espresso equipment vendors list
I’ve started compiling a general list of coffee and espresso equipment vendors local to those who would be inclined to visit this site.
It’s been asked a few times, now, where one could find needed equipment in Texas, as it was wished to support local business.
The list has started, but is far from complete.
If you are a vendor, or if you know of a vendor that was left out of the list, I can assure you, it was unintentional. Please give us a website, location, and business name via the CONTACT FORM and I will be happy to add it to the list.
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TX-Coffee Partners
EspressoTrainer.com