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01-03-2012, 02:02 PM | #1 |
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Re: Mokapots, Moka, or Stovetop Espresso, Period.
Has anyone weighed out how much coffee they end up putting in their Moka pot? I just got the three cupper in the mail and ran two throw away batches through it. I had weighed out 30g of beans and ran them through the grinder on the finest setting. That gave me almost enough for the two pots, the second being a bit thin compared to the first. So I'm thinking about 17g per pot would be about right. Just wanted to see if I'm on the right track.
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01-03-2012, 02:29 PM | #2 | |
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01-03-2012, 08:25 PM | #3 | |
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The filter is now full of grounds and is slightly rounded on top. I've emptied the filter on a couple of occasions and I get approximately 21 grams. I've been using Cafe La Llave (340g) and Cafe Bustelo (282g) at this time. This gives me approximately 16 (La Llave) and 13.5 (Bustelo) servings per can. I have an 8oz "Flames Coffee Shop & Bakery" coffee cup, and the 3 cupper will fill this cup a solid 1/3 full (at least) * Maybe Dan (Mr. Moo) can add a little more info here...
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01-03-2012, 08:48 PM | #4 |
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Re: Mokapots, Moka, or Stovetop Espresso, Period.
Thanks for the input guys. I've only been measuring out my beans cause thats all I'll grind at a time. Plus it helps me with consistency. I'll give your method a try tomorrow Mark.
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01-03-2012, 08:57 PM | #5 |
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01-04-2012, 10:08 AM | #7 | |
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Don't scour but once. Thereafter, only rinse the lower and rinse and dry-wipe out the upper.
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01-04-2012, 01:14 PM | #8 | |
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I ordered a 3 cup. Target and BBB only had the 6 cup versions. Now to figure out where to get beans and a decent grinder. |
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01-05-2012, 05:55 PM | #9 |
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Re: Mokapots, Moka, or Stovetop Espresso, Period.
After searching for the last few weeks I have finally found a grinder for my moka pot. It did not make any sense to spend 100+$ on one to get the grind I am looking for. I went with a manual ceramic burr grinder made by hario (mini slim) here is a decent video where it shows it being able to pull expresso and just up to a French press. I will post what I think after I get a chance to play with it.
http://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/Har...cg11550-40.htm |
01-05-2012, 06:15 PM | #10 |
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Excellent! Keep us informed how it works. I had heard of this one several years ago; was thinking of getting it for camping. Good rep on it.
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01-14-2012, 12:05 AM | #11 | |
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Thanks for the link to the Hario Mini Mill Slim Jake. That looks like a winner to me. ...I love the video too. Those ladies have had one too many shotz of espresso
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01-05-2012, 07:33 PM | #12 |
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Re: Mokapots, Moka, or Stovetop Espresso, Period.
I've dialed it in around 19-20 grams of ground beans works best for me in the three cupper. Now to find some good espresso beans. The ones I've been using say they're good for espresso, but not for me. I love it in the FP, so I'll stick with that.
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01-06-2012, 10:31 PM | #14 |
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I got my moka pot today. It kind of stunk like metal and grease. Is this normal? I washed it with hot water and dish soap, then boiled up regular water followed by 4 pots of cheap drip coffee. Smells better, but it's not completely gone. Will this eventually go away?
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01-07-2012, 11:11 AM | #15 |
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It will eventually go away. Did your brewed coffee smell funny? I would guess it didn't. You might remove your gasket and wash it too. I would think you are good to go after you do that.
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01-07-2012, 12:20 PM | #17 | |
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01-07-2012, 02:33 PM | #18 |
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Here is my first pot. I used some starbucks house blend since it's all I have for now.
The first latte was pretty tasty. The second, not so much. It was kind of burnt. Is this because I left it in the pot? Should I be pouring it all out immediately? |
01-07-2012, 03:01 PM | #19 |
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Brian, I pour mine out as soon as it stops brewing.
Today at the NEX I picked up a can of Cafe Bustelo (expresso) and I have to say it is GREAT the mokapot. Compared to the Lavazza I was using my brew time has gone from 10+ min to about 3 and the flavors from the Bustelo are very good, very complex and sweet and it tasted like I poured some whiskey in the cup. The grind seems to be just right on it. |
01-07-2012, 03:31 PM | #20 | |
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I bought a cuisinart grinder for $40. Hoping it will do a decent job. |
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