Gift Idea for a beginner

ashtonlady · 12-10-2009, 11:23 AM

I want to start someone down the path of Great Coffee. I know I want a blade grinder and possibly a press. Can you help me find one that wont send my husband over the edge on what I spend?

mosesbotbol · 12-13-2009, 08:34 AM

You won't get much direction on a blade grinder as none of the serious coffee drinkers will support buying one. That being said, I think they are similar in quality. Just make sure the it can hold enough coffee beans so you don't have to grind two batches.

I would go for a quality bur grinder even if your husband will "go over the edge". They can be a lifetime purchase and essential for any brewing method you like. My parents were using a grinder before I was born, so that is all I know...

As for French Press, you'll end up buying more than one carafe as they make them as fragile as possible.

germantown rob · 12-13-2009, 10:19 AM

The Bodum C-Mill is considered the best blade mill and it is really only a few dollars more then the rest of them. I am a true believer that you can't have great coffee without the proper burr grinder but for newbs I don't see what is wrong with a mill, sometimes the journey to greatness is better then the greatness its self.

I am not much of a Press drinker so I am no help there.

The Cleaver Coffee Dripper is another possibility for easy to use and clean up. I have not picked one up yet since Maria at Sweet Maria's got the company on board to produce them with lids so I am waiting for those to come in.

I am always busy this time of the year roasting coffee to give as gifts, this is a great way to get people to turn on to the coffee love.

12-13-2009, 10:53 AM

I use a Proctor-Silex blade grinder and a Bodum French press (Brazilia, if I recall correctly). Both work well and have never given me problems. As for carafes breaking, I haven't had that happen yet, but it's like any other glasswear...

ashtonlady · 12-13-2009, 11:47 AM

Thank you gentlemen. The person that I am looking for has not had much more than preground coffee. And they have enough of a pallet to understand that Folger is not where it is at.

That sounds like about what I may need Rob thank you. And congratulations on the new addition to your family.

jaymz · 12-13-2009, 12:00 PM

Here is a good deal for a cheap burr grinder, not much more than the bodum.

http://www.google.com/products/catal...965&sa=title#p

http://www.homebrands.com/cudbsugrau...0=cudbsugraubu

mosesbotbol · 12-13-2009, 12:04 PM

I have been using the same French Press since the 70's. The glass has been replaced a dozen times, but the filters and screens are going strong. Look for a french presss with mesh steel filter and the silk fine filter.

BeerAdvocate · 12-17-2009, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaymz

Here is a good deal for a cheap burr grinder, not much more than the bodum.

http://www.google.com/products/catal...965&sa=title#p

http://www.homebrands.com/cudbsugrau...0=cudbsugraubu

I have this one. Cant beat it for the price. Works great!

Savor the Stick · 12-23-2009, 02:06 AM

I've given a Moka Pot in the past...it was well received and enjoyed.

Linky Below:

http://fantes.com/espresso-stovetop.html

OPPS didn't catch the above # 5 post---cancel my input.

12-10-2009, 11:23 AM	#1
ashtonlady The Lady is Here Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Laura Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,090 Trading: (8)	Gift Idea for a beginner I want to start someone down the path of Great Coffee. I know I want a blade grinder and possibly a press. Can you help me find one that wont send my husband over the edge on what I spend?

12-13-2009, 08:34 AM	#2
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner You won't get much direction on a blade grinder as none of the serious coffee drinkers will support buying one. That being said, I think they are similar in quality. Just make sure the it can hold enough coffee beans so you don't have to grind two batches. I would go for a quality bur grinder even if your husband will "go over the edge". They can be a lifetime purchase and essential for any brewing method you like. My parents were using a grinder before I was born, so that is all I know... As for French Press, you'll end up buying more than one carafe as they make them as fragile as possible. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

12-13-2009, 10:19 AM	#3
germantown rob Still not Adjusted Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rob Location: Philadelphia Posts: 330 Trading: (1)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner The Bodum C-Mill is considered the best blade mill and it is really only a few dollars more then the rest of them. I am a true believer that you can't have great coffee without the proper burr grinder but for newbs I don't see what is wrong with a mill, sometimes the journey to greatness is better then the greatness its self. I am not much of a Press drinker so I am no help there. The Cleaver Coffee Dripper is another possibility for easy to use and clean up. I have not picked one up yet since Maria at Sweet Maria's got the company on board to produce them with lids so I am waiting for those to come in. I am always busy this time of the year roasting coffee to give as gifts, this is a great way to get people to turn on to the coffee love.

12-13-2009, 10:53 AM	#4
mcdimond Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner I use a Proctor-Silex blade grinder and a Bodum French press (Brazilia, if I recall correctly). Both work well and have never given me problems. As for carafes breaking, I haven't had that happen yet, but it's like any other glasswear...

12-13-2009, 11:47 AM	#5
ashtonlady The Lady is Here Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Laura Location: Seattle WA Posts: 1,090 Trading: (8)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner Thank you gentlemen. The person that I am looking for has not had much more than preground coffee. And they have enough of a pallet to understand that Folger is not where it is at. That sounds like about what I may need Rob thank you. And congratulations on the new addition to your family.

12-13-2009, 12:00 PM	#6
jaymz God of Preservation Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North of Miami Posts: 253 Trading: (17)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner Here is a good deal for a cheap burr grinder, not much more than the bodum. http://www.google.com/products/catal...965&sa=title#p http://www.homebrands.com/cudbsugrau...0=cudbsugraubu __________________ A soft answer turneth away wrath. Once wrath is looking the other way, shoot it in the head.

12-13-2009, 12:04 PM	#7
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner I have been using the same French Press since the 70's. The glass has been replaced a dozen times, but the filters and screens are going strong. Look for a french presss with mesh steel filter and the silk fine filter. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

12-23-2009, 02:06 AM	#9
Savor the Stick ~Loves the Lord~ Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin, or just K Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Posts: 1,945 Trading: (67)	Re: Gift Idea for a beginner I've given a Moka Pot in the past...it was well received and enjoyed. Linky Below: http://fantes.com/espresso-stovetop.html OPPS didn't catch the above # 5 post---cancel my input. __________________ Pastor K Please Support the Troops