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How to reduce acidity (and increase strength) of moka pot coffee?

I drink coffee, from a stovetop moka pot. I do not add anything to it. No milk, no sugar, no water. Just the output of the moka pot is drunk, by me (not sure, if that is the norm). I have read in some places, including other questions in this SE,…
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Scratches on the upper chamber of newly mochapot!

I have just got my mocha pot for the first time by enthusiasm but look what i have found! Deep scratches, not one or two, a lot! It almost looks like someone did this intentionally while producing. Why this would be happened? Is it safe for using…
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Aeropress: at what stage does most of extraction happen?

While making coffee using the Aeropress, there are a number of stages that happen in sequence. For example, Initial pour of small quantity of hot water Stirring for about 10-20 seconds Pouring of the rest of the hot water (till desired water…
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Is there any special way to cook this specific kind of coffee from Indonesia?

I have this coffee which is from Indonesia with the following features: Its taste and smell is totally different from the coffees that I have so far drunk in my life. For example, it is totally different from Nescafé. It looks like instant coffee,…
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Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine Dialing

I recently got Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine. I am using fresh coffee beans. For some reason, I am not getting into the espresso range. Here is my setup: Grinding level 5 17 to 18gr of coffee My extraction begins around 8-9…
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How often must I clean my Wilfa grinder

I have a Wilfa electric coffee grinder. How often should I clean it?
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Is all Ethiopian coffee considered Specialty Grade 1? If so, where can I buy some in Canada?

I was recently introduced to Ethiopian coffee, specifically, a flavour called Honey washed Dawi and Sidamo. They had wonderful aromas and tasted a little bit fruity as well. I did some research and learned that Ethiopian coffee grows at a higher…
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how to make “Creme Caramel” coffee flavored?

I tried it Vietnam 3 years ago. What is the name of that desert in the photo? I only know that its origin is probably Phillipines or Vietnam or that area, and that it contains eggs, and the brown thing is coffee flavored. Thanks!
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Left on the stovetop without water -- do I need a new moka pot?

I put my moka pot & coffee on the stove this morning and forgot to put water into the bottom. Definitely a strong burnt rubber and burnt coffee smell before I noticed it; the rubber gasket was warped and it stuck to the top part a bit while I was…
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How to make a thick coffee with an AeroPress? I end up with a watery drink and an over-brewed aftertaste

I got an AeroPress about a week ago and I have been experimenting with it. I'm in a temporary country until the rest of the year and I am getting ground coffee online (can only have decaf), so I do NOT control the grind size. I like thick coffees…
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Anyone using La Pavoni EDL Eurobar Deluxe? Comments? Reviews?

Hello Dear Coffee Experts, I am in advance very grateful for any advise you can provide me. I am testing an espresso coffee machine from one of my colleagues who just upgraded his. He bought a Lelit and is now selling his 2004 La Pavoni EDL Eurobar…
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Reroasting coffee beans after a couple of years - is it worth it?

I have some old, roasted coffee beans that have been stored in (mostly) airtight, opaque containers. The coffee beans are of reputable brands and are 2-6 years old, depending on the bag. They do not smell stale, but the flavorful coffee smell is…
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Storing Brewed Coffee in a Temperature Controlled Insulated Mug

Suppose a thermos mug is fully filled with coffee (so there is no air and the coffee can't come in contact with oxygen) and somehow I manage to keep the temperature of coffee around 60 degree to 70 degrees Celsius (140-158 °F) for two days, so I…
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Is the Baratza Virtuozo+ worth it compared to the Encore?

So I am kinda looking around for an upgraded coffee grinder. I am currently using a Braun KG7070. Super cheap, so not exceptionally good and doesn't really provide consistent grinds. So I was looking around and the most obvious grinder seems to be…
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Bialetti Moka Express Pot

Hi all! I am a new owner of a Bialetti Moka Express Pot! I have only had this little guy for maybe a month, and I am noticing that the water chamber is starting to look like this. Does anyone have any advice on fixing this issue or what I should be…