The espresso thread

[Jimmy]

Figured out what the problem is. I've been finding it hard to get a consistent grind, and it always seemed to get coarser until I took the hopper off and re-adjusted the grind setting. I talked with Baratza and they checked out the serial number and apparently there was something wrong with that batch (adjustment ring wasn't fastened properly). They are sending me a replacement with a prepaid return label for my current grinder. Great service from these guys

[CorneliusAlphonse]

Nice!

[jeffsmith]

Great service!

[NASH]

Figured out what the problem is. I've been finding it hard to get a consistent grind, and it always seemed to get coarser until I took the hopper off and re-adjusted the grind setting. I talked with Baratza and they checked out the serial number and apparently there was something wrong with that batch (adjustment ring wasn't fastened properly). They are sending me a replacement with a prepaid return label for my current grinder. Great service so from these guys

Perfect.

[benwedge]

Keep us posted! Good to hear they were quick to fix it - I'm looking at a Baratza for my next toy.

[Jimmy]

Dwayne dropped my tamper off today. It's great quality and this thing is a beast - it weighs 1lb!

Check him out
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[NASH]

It's great quality and this thing is a beast - it weighs 1lb!

As it should!

[Jimmy]

Received the replacement grinder today - what a difference!

It's quieter, grinds WAY finer (I choked the espresso machine on a 9, and couldn't get a shot over 15 or 20 seconds on a 1 with the old grinder). I now have it set on 12 and pulled my best shot yet, though I'm sure it can use more fine tuning!

[Jimmy]

Anyone ever try the "Ethiopian Sidama Ardi Natural Sundried" beans from Java Blend? I'm really liking them.

[NASH]

Anyone ever try the "Ethiopian Sidama Ardi Natural Sundried" beans from Java Blend? I'm really liking them.

Yup whatever. Did you get on the Guji yet?

[Jimmy]

I tried the guji, but it was when I had the fucked up grinder. I found it quite strong but it was good. I'll try it again with the new grinder.

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[Jimmy]

Anywhere local to pick up a grouphead brush, or something to use as a grouphead brush?

And should I be backflushing this machine? I don't have a blind portafilter basket...

[NASH]

Anywhere local to pick up a grouphead brush, or something to use as a grouphead brush?

And should I be backflushing this machine? I don't have a blind portafilter basket...

Ask Jim @ Java Blend if he has brushes. I bought mine when I ordered my machine. And yes, yes you should

[Jimmy]

Was almost successful at my latte art this morning..that shit is hard.

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[chalmers]

Let's call it a leaf or apple, then I'd say you were right on track.

[CorneliusAlphonse]

it does look like an apple!

[Jimmy]

That's exactly what I was going for:-?

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[mr x]

Just do this modification.

[dean2k]

And I'm just sitting here with my dinky little AeroPress.

[mckay75]

No shame in the AeroPress! My best coffee investment after my grinder!

[dean2k]

No shame in the AeroPress! My best coffee investment after my grinder!

[Jimmy]

Update on the Baratza Preciso:

They sent me a replacement grinder, free of charge, no hassle. It's been working great and grinding consistent with lots of room for adjustment . I took it apart a couple weeks ago and found a broken piece of plastic on one of the burrs. This piece of plastic actually acts as a "fuse" - so it's the first point to break should the grinder encounter a green bean or rock (neither made its way through this grinder). I contacted Baratza and they offered to send me 2 replacement rings, free of charge .

After researching a bit further, it seems like this isn't an issue with the Vario so I figured I'd ask Baratza about my options if I wanted to upgrade. I contacted them at about 3:30 today, and they offered me a full credit for my Preciso, and said they would charge me the difference in price between the two units. As of 8:30PM tonight, the new replacement grinder was dropped off to UPS with a return label included in the package

This is seriously the best customer service I've ever encountered. 4 thumbs up for these guys

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[jeffsmith]

Wow, that's definitely great customer service.

[NASH]

Good stuff

On another bright note, I finally found and repaired the weak steam issue on my Bezzera. Now it'll blow the milk right out of the pitcher

That's right.

[Jimmy]

Good stuff

On another bright note, I finally found and repaired the weak steam issue on my Bezzera. Now it'll blow the milk right out of the pitcher

That's right.

Nice. What was the issue?