Tools and Toys » Coffee http://toolsandtoys.net Hand-Picked for Work and Play Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:20:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.3 Espro P7 Double-Walled Stainless Steel French Press http://toolsandtoys.net/espro-p7-double-walled-stainless-steel-french-press/ http://toolsandtoys.net/espro-p7-double-walled-stainless-steel-french-press/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:40:58 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=48104 Made with durable stainless steel and a patented double micro-mesh filter, this press promises smoother, grit-free batches of coffee in just 4 minutes.]]>

There are many modern spins on the classic French press coffee maker, each with interesting and beautiful design choices to stand out from the crowd. Admittedly however, not many of them have poured (get it?) nearly as much intention into filtering out coffee grit as the P7 press from Espro, who you may remember for their awesome travel coffee press.


Available in 18-ounce and 32-ounce sizes, the P7 makes use of a double micro-mesh filter system they developed in-house, with one filter (ultra-fine) nesting inside the other (fine) to ensure no grit can get through, so the coffee that ends up in your cup is consistently smooth and clean.

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Moreoever, the top/inner filter has a double-lipped silicone sealing gasket around its edge to create a tight barrier between the upper and lower portions of the carafe, which immediately stops the extraction once you press the plunger down, rather than letting it continue and thus become bitter before pouring.

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Combine that seal with the press’ double-walled stainless steel construction that keeps the results hot for hours, and you have a method of coffee brewing that takes only 4 minutes to prepare but can be enjoyed all morning long.

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The Espro P7 French press is typically listed at $120 for the 18-ounce size and $140 for the 32-ounce. As I write this on September 4th, 2024 though, most of the color/size combos are marked down to various degrees, so jump on those deals while you can!

(Note: The Polished and Brushed stainless steel options are both top-rack dishwasher safe. The four color-coated options — Matte Black, Matte White, Aegean Blue, and Cranberry — are hand-wash only.)

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Eureka “Mignon Specialita” Espresso Grinder http://toolsandtoys.net/eureka-mignon-specialita-espresso-grinder/ http://toolsandtoys.net/eureka-mignon-specialita-espresso-grinder/#comments Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:44 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47988 A far quieter alternative to the Baratza Sette 270.]]>

It’s been some years now since we first wrote about the Baratza Sette 270 grinder, and while we continue to enjoy the grind quality it provides, there’s no denying it’s a LOUD machine. I’m pretty sure that thing can wake the dead, to say nothing of the unfortunate souls in your house trying to sleep in.

Eureka’s Mignon Specialita grinder is way quieter — like, shockingly so — and produces similar or even better grind results, so if you’re an earlier riser than the rest of your family, you can still enjoy your morning espresso without disturbing their slumber.

Grind times are controlled via the high-contrast monochrome backlit touchscreen on the front, while the actual grind setting is tied to a physical knob on top. The machine offers stepless grind adjustment, so you can precisely fine-tune your extraction with every bag of beans.

The thing about the Specialita versus the Sette is that those amazingly fluffy grounds sometimes have a way of sticking to the chute on their way out — often a gram’s worth or so — so there are a number of bellows hoppers on the market designed for those of us who like to single-dose our shots and are quite specific about how much bean weight goes in versus what comes out.

Get the Eureka Mignon Specialita for $769 on Amazon.

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Casdon De’Longhi Espresso Machine Toy for Kids http://toolsandtoys.net/casdon-delonghi-espresso-machine-toy-for-kids/ http://toolsandtoys.net/casdon-delonghi-espresso-machine-toy-for-kids/#comments Sun, 21 Jul 2024 19:55:08 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47878 Looks just like the De'Longhi La Specialista espresso machine and will have your kids feeling like true baristas for hours of playtime fun.]]>

Have your kids watched you making espresso and wanted to join in the fun, but you don’t really want them operating your expensive, delicate equipment? Well, maybe this toy is the answer.

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Designed to look just like the De’Longhi La Specialista espresso machine, Casdon’s barista-style coffee machine toy will keep your little ones entertained for hours as they mimic the processes of pulling shots, brewing americanos, and steaming milk for cappuccinos — all while the machine makes realistic coffee brewing sounds.

I personally appreciate that the accessories stash away on the back side of the machine when playtime’s over:

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You can get this awesome espresso toy for $34 on Amazon. You’ll need to provide a couple AAA batteries of your own though.

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Normcore V4 Spring-Loaded Espresso Tamper http://toolsandtoys.net/normcore-v4-spring-loaded-espresso-tamper/ http://toolsandtoys.net/normcore-v4-spring-loaded-espresso-tamper/#comments Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:30:52 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47848 Ensures that your espresso pucks are tamped evenly and leveled, every single time.]]>

When it comes to making espresso, there are so many variables you can tinker with, and any one of them can make your shots taste wildly different from one time to the next, so nailing down consistency wherever you can is key.

Normcore’s V4 tamper is one way you can at least make your puck prep more consistent.

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Rather than relying on the varying degrees of strength you might employ each time you tamp — you’re only human, after all — it uses a calibrated spring-loaded mechanism to ensure that the pressure applied is always the same. It also has a leveling plate that rests on the portafilter basket edge as you press down, so your pucks are consistently level.

Watch this quick demonstration video to see it in action:


The V4 comes with three interchangeable springs that allow you to adjust the pressure: 15lb, 25lb (installed by default), and 30lb.

You can get the Normcore V4 tamper for $44 on Amazon in a variety of sizes, including the most common ones:

There are also various styles of titanium PVD coated models that run for $50–$57 each, including ones with walnut, colorful wood, and anodized bronze handles.

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1Zpresso “J-Ultra” Manual Espresso Grinder http://toolsandtoys.net/1zpresso-j-ultra-manual-espresso-grinder/ http://toolsandtoys.net/1zpresso-j-ultra-manual-espresso-grinder/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 23:45:53 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47734 Unlock espresso perfection with this hand grinder that improves on its predecessor in every way.]]>

Some months back, the team at 1Zpresso — which, fun fact, I used to pronounce as “one-zee-presso” but is actually “EEE-zee-presso” due to its Mandarin origins — released the J-Ultra manual espresso grinder, which improves on the JX-Pro model in a few ways:

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In short, the J-Ultra is lighter, the 48mm stainless steel conical burr now sports a titanium coating for increased durability and grind distribution, and the catch cup has switched from threading on to attaching magnetically:

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Most importantly, the adjustment mechanism has moved from being a small top dial @ 12.5 microns per click to a larger external ring @ 8 microns per click. That is a huge deal for espresso lovers, as it grants you an even higher degree of control over your dialing-in process.

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Even if you have a “budget” espresso machine to work with, you’ll find the performance of this hand grinder is so high that, once you’ve got your beans dialed in, your shots come out just as tasty as those from a much more expensive setup. It never ceases to impress.

Take your home and travel espresso game to the next level by picking up the 1Zpresso J-Ultra grinder for $199 on Amazon. ☕️✨

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YETI Rambler 34 oz. French Press Coffee Maker http://toolsandtoys.net/yeti-rambler-34-oz-french-press-coffee-maker/ http://toolsandtoys.net/yeti-rambler-34-oz-french-press-coffee-maker/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:40:59 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47689 Built essentially like an oversized version of their Rambler mugs but made for brewing fresh coffee just about anywhere.]]>

If Stanley can make a French press, so can YETI. Built essentially like an oversized version of their Rambler mugs, their Rambler French press is constructed with dishwasher-safe 18/8 stainless steel with double-wall vacuum insulation to keep your freshly brewed coffee hot between pours.

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The interior of the press features YETI’s “DuraSip” ceramic lining that helps it resist stains and makes it easier to clean, without the fragility or heat loss of a traditional ceramic mug. Also included is a specially designed twist-to-lock lid + filter plunger that can be easily disassembled after brewing and is also dishwasher-safe.

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Get the YETI Rambler French press for $110 on Amazon.

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Le Creuset 12 oz “London” Stoneware Mugs http://toolsandtoys.net/le-creuset-12-oz-london-stoneware-mugs/ http://toolsandtoys.net/le-creuset-12-oz-london-stoneware-mugs/#comments Wed, 01 May 2024 22:15:15 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47519 The same dedication and craft of their iconic French ovens, but designed for your beverage drinking pleasure.]]>

Kitchenware company Le Creuset is best known for their iconic French ovens. And while you can argue that the prices for them are perhaps unnecessarily high, you always know you’re buying a quality product that had a lot of care and craftsmanship put into it.

The same can be said for their line of “London” stoneware mugs, which show off the company’s affinity for vibrant-colored, nonporous glaze finishes that are similarly easy to clean and resistant to chipping, scratching, and staining. Their sturdy stoneware construction offers excellent heat retention that keeps drinks warm for a good while after serving.

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The mugs are safe for use in the freezer, in the oven or under a broiler (up to 500°F / 260°C), and in the microwave, and they can be cleaned in the dishwasher just fine. They also hold up to having metal utensils used in them. Just don’t set one right atop an open flame and you should be fine.

A set of six London mugs is $80–86 on Amazon depending on color choice. The company also manufactures larger 14-ounce mugs and 3-ounce espresso mugs.

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Fellow “Tally” Digital Pour-Over Coffee Scale http://toolsandtoys.net/fellow-tally-digital-pour-over-coffee-scale/ http://toolsandtoys.net/fellow-tally-digital-pour-over-coffee-scale/#comments Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:40:30 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47456 The ultimate coffee scale for pour-over fanatics.]]>

Look, I need to clear something up about the Fellow product I’m about to share. While its model name is technically “Tally” alone, this was the first thing I thought of when I saw “Fellow Tally Pro” in the listing title:

So yeah — having a totally normal brain over here 🫠

Anyway, the Fellow Tally is designed to be the ultimate coffee scale for pour-over fanatics. It measures super quickly and is accurate to 0.1 grams, but that’s sort of the baseline for any scale these days.

The real selling points are its premium construction with metal and glass components, the pleasingly intuitive controls, the bright and easy-to-read OLED display, and its three different brewing modes: Brew Assist, Timer, and Weight.

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That “Brew Assist” mode is the smartest of the bunch. It lets you select your desired coffee-to-water ratio — for example, 1:16 — after which you weigh out your coffee beans (displayed on the left), set up your brewer of choice, and then pour water until the water weight in the middle matches the target weight on the right.

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Whether you’re the type who tries to eyeball the ratios or you’ve kept a calculation cheat sheet near your brewing station all this time, I’m sure you can appreciate how helpful this feature is for pouring the perfectly portioned brew every time.

Get the Fellow Tally scale for $185 on Amazon.

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notNeutral “Vero” Espresso Glassware Collection http://toolsandtoys.net/notneutral-vero-espresso-glassware-collection/ http://toolsandtoys.net/notneutral-vero-espresso-glassware-collection/#comments Sun, 07 Apr 2024 14:30:21 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47384 Specifically designed to enhance the entire experience of pouring and drinking beverages like cortados, cappuccinos, and lattes.]]>

Although I can’t speak for all home espresso nerds everywhere, I’d be willing to bet most of them exclusively buy ceramic cups like the Acme Evo, the Loveramics Egg, or the notNeutral Lino. And while there’s nothing at all wrong with that, I feel it’s my duty to open people’s eyes to the fact that a whole world of espresso-friendly glassware is out there too.

notNeutral themselves produce a line of specialty glassware known as “Vero”, offering a rather stylish alternative to traditional ceramic cups. The collection is specifically designed with espresso enthusiasts in mind, with an emphasis on enhancing the entire experience of pouring and drinking beverages like cortados, cappuccinos, and lattes.

Color pictured: Smoke

Color pictured: Smoke

The transparent nature of glassware allows it to showcase the rich colors and layers of your beverage, from the beautiful crema on top to the creamy texture of the steamed milk below. With the Vero line in particular, you have access to some absolutely gorgeous color accents that contrast strikingly with the contents inside.

Color pictured: Ocean

Color pictured: Ocean

“For the VERO Cortado line, we did not look at coffeeware for precedents. Instead we took inspiration from the clarity and sharpness of glass as a material. We wanted to experiment with different ways of manipulating glass, creating hard edges and facets in order to catch light and play with refraction and reflection.”

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They didn’t skimp on the quality of the glass either. Made in partnership with a family-run company in Ohio that’s been hand-pressing glass since 1971, these satisfyingly hefty cups have exaggerated beveled edges that make them fit comfortably in the palm of your hand, wide mouths for easy drinking, and a curved interior that is both conducive to pouring latte art and makes your beverage seem as though it’s being displayed on a pedestal.

Color pictured: Clear

Color pictured: Clear

The thermal mass is also nothing to scoff at. You can pour straight-up boiling water in there and it will only feel lukewarm when holding the base. As you’d expect from this heavy thickness, the glasses are perfectly dishwasher- and microwave-safe.

Color pictured: Amber

Color pictured: Amber

With their sleek design, durable construction, and thoughtful features, the Vero glassware collection will delight any coffee lovers who appreciate both form and function. They come in four sizes — espresso (3 oz), cortado (4.25 oz), cappuccino (6 oz), and latte (12 oz) — and in five different colors:

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Breville BMF600XL “Milk Cafe” Electric Milk Frother http://toolsandtoys.net/breville-bmf600xl-milk-cafe-electric-milk-frother/ http://toolsandtoys.net/breville-bmf600xl-milk-cafe-electric-milk-frother/#comments Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:30:54 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47295 Make the ultimate rich and creamy hot milk drinks.]]>

Just about every morning, I kick on my espresso machine, go through the ritual of pulling a timed and weighted double-shot, and steam a pitcher of milk to pour over it and make a cortado.

In fact, here’s this morning’s result in my “Night Sky” Loveramics cup:

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As much as I enjoy this process for myself, I know not everyone is into the idea of buying and learning an espresso machine. Some people just want to brew coffee in their preferred way and maybe add some frothed milk to it once in a while.

I’ve recommended a handheld frother in such cases before, but we can get even ~fancier~ with it by using an electric one like the Breville Milk Cafe.

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This versatile 25-ounce (3-cup) frothing machine uses induction heating and a spinning whisk to create small bubbles in whatever milk you add, resulting in a velvety smooth and satisfyingly rich drinking experience. In addition to frothing milk alone, you can also try adding in some high-quality drinking chocolate — in powder, flake, or syrup form — to prepare the creamiest and most decadent hot chocolate.

The custom temperature dial is responsible for a lot of the magic here, giving you the ability to select any temperature between 100°F and 180°F, or to simply cold-stir the milk if you want to make your iced coffees a bit more luxurious.

You also get two different whisk attachments for making different styles of foam. The latte whisk excels at frothing alternative milks thanks to its subtle introduction of air, and the cappuccino whisk delivers thick and creamy foam for indulgent beverages.

The frother’s dishwasher-safe pitcher ensures easy cleanup, while handy features like cord storage and a magnetic spot for whisk storage add to its convenience.

Elevate your home coffee game by picking up the Breville Milk Cafe for $160 on Amazon.

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Technivorm Moccamaster “Cup-One” Single-Serving Coffee Maker http://toolsandtoys.net/technivorm-moccamaster-cup-one-single-serving-coffee-maker/ http://toolsandtoys.net/technivorm-moccamaster-cup-one-single-serving-coffee-maker/#comments Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:28:45 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47259 A perfect cup, every time — no wasteful pods or capsules required.]]>

Technivorm Moccamaster’s Cup-One coffee brewer is kind of the smaller sibling to the “KB” model I wrote about five years ago (almost to the day; only four days off!).

Rather than brewing enough coffee for two to four people, it’s a sustainable and convenient solution for enjoying a single perfect cup — no wasteful pods or capsules required.

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The Cup-One is designed for simplicity and efficiency, boasting a fast brewing time of just four minutes for a 10-ounce cup of coffee. Its quiet brew process ensures a peaceful brewing experience while maintaining consistent water temperature between 196°F–205°F, thanks to the copper boiling element.

Plus, with automatic shut-off when the water reservoir is empty, you can brew with peace of mind.

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Like all Moccamaster machines, this one is precision engineered to achieve optimal extraction. The unique brewing mechanism mimics manual pour-over style, allowing the coffee grounds to bloom and steep in the cone-shaped brew basket. This process ensures that every cup is filled with the full flavor, complexity, and aroma of your coffee beans.

Get the Moccamaster Cup-One brewer for $249 on Amazon in your choice of Off-White or Polished Silver. Each machine comes with 3 boxes of #1 filters, enough to brew 240 cups.

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MiiCoffee Magnetic WDT Tool for Espresso Puck Prep http://toolsandtoys.net/miicoffee-magnetic-wdt-espresso-tool/ http://toolsandtoys.net/miicoffee-magnetic-wdt-espresso-tool/#comments Mon, 22 Jan 2024 16:30:19 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47059 Used to stir the espresso grounds in your portafilter and thus break up any potential clumps before tamping.]]>

Before we get to the product in question, let’s dive down a rabbit hole together, shall we?

As home espresso has become more of a mainstream hobby in recent years, there’ve been a number of methods and tools that have come and gone, with consumers looking for gizmos that will up their game in any possible way and companies looking to take advantage of that fact.

Among the most popular fads are these spinning ‘wedge’ distribution tools that, in theory, help you evenly distribute espresso grounds in your portafilter before tamping. But really they just smooth out the top surface and don’t affect the underlayers much at all, so you can still end up with clumps and channeling and bad extraction.

However, in December 2005 an espresso enthusiast (and retired computer scientist with a PhD in biochemistry, as it happens) named John Weiss took to the Home-Barista forums with a cheap and simple idea for solving the common issue of uneven distribution: stirring the grounds with a thin needle to break up the clumps.

I have not been able to achieve a consistent dose and distribution by sweeping grounds around in the filter basket with my fingers and hand. Perhaps if I worked in a coffee house and pulled hundreds of shots a day… but I don’t. So one day I tried stirring the grounds around with a needle to break up clumps and even the distribution. I know it sounds odd, but it makes perfect sense to me. Not only does stirring declump the grounds, but the needle evens the distribution vertically, all the way down to the bottom of the basket. I simply cannot get this effect with my fingers.

Thus was born the Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT).

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If you want an entertaining dive into this whole thing, Lance Hedrick — an accomplished competitive barista and latte artist — put together a video on the history and evolution of WDT, with loads of resource links in the description if you click over to YouTube:


Aaaaaanyway… fast forward to today and you’ll find an entire market of available WDT tools (because of course) that are typically comprised of a handle with several acupuncture-style needles sticking down, which you stir your espresso grounds with, bottom to top.

Typically you want an appropriately sized dosing funnel on your portafilter to keep the grounds contained while you stir. A lot of people enjoy using a magnetic funnel because it’s super easy to get on and off, but it’s not a necessity.

I don’t know that there’s always a ton of difference between one WDT tool and the next, but I do know this one from MiiCoffee is a trusted option for many. It has just the right number of pins (9) installed in a wide shape for maximum coverage, and it comes with a backup set of extra-thin needles in case you feel like swapping out for that.

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The real nice thing though is the way it magnetically attaches to the included base stand when you’re done:


Get the MiiCoffee magnetic WDT tool for $18 on Amazon.

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Ember Travel Mug 2+ (with “Apple Find My”) http://toolsandtoys.net/ember-travel-mug-2-plus-with-apple-find-my/ http://toolsandtoys.net/ember-travel-mug-2-plus-with-apple-find-my/#comments Sun, 14 Jan 2024 21:40:23 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47029 Not only features the company's smart temperature control technology, but can also be located via Apple's Find My network in the case of misplacement or theft.]]>

In case it wasn’t enough to have a self-heating mug that keeps your drink at an app-controlled temperature, Ember has released the Travel Mug 2+, a smart tumbler that can be precisely located via the Apple Find My network in the event you accidentally leave it somewhere or it gets taken by someone. (See pairing instructions here.)

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As you’d expect, the mug comes equipped with the temperature control technology that made the company so famous to begin with, allowing you to set an exact drinking temperature (120°F–145°F) and keep it there for up to 3 hours.

It also has built-in touch controls that are hidden until you touch the Ember logo to light them up:

  • One tap shows the current temperature of your drink (unless it’s empty, in which case it will say EMPTY or COLD).
  • Two taps brings up temperature control buttons (‘+’ to raise, ‘-’ to lower), which is nice if you don’t want to use the app every time.
  • Three taps shows the mug’s personalized name, which you set in the app.
  • Four taps shows the current battery level.

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Get the Travel Mug 2+ for $193 on Amazon.

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Timemore “Black Mirror Basic 2” Coffee & Espresso Scale with Timer http://toolsandtoys.net/timemore-black-mirror-basic-2-coffee-espresso-scale-with-timer/ http://toolsandtoys.net/timemore-black-mirror-basic-2-coffee-espresso-scale-with-timer/#comments Wed, 10 Jan 2024 23:00:50 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47009 Offers several improvements over the Basic Plus model we wrote about two years ago.]]>

While there hasn’t been any point in the past few years where I’ve stopped using my personal home espresso setup, I haven’t exactly been making a lot of changes to it lately either. I found what works for me and the routine has stayed pretty much the same — you know how it goes.

However, a good friend of mine recently started getting into the espresso hobby as well after all the times I’ve talked it up — he opted for the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro machine 👌 — and naturally we talk about it a lot, sharing tips and whatnot. Now I find myself getting new cups, he’s been 3D printing nifty accessories for both of us to use, and I’ve dived right back into researching upgrades I can make to my setup, however small.

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Which has brought me right back around to one of the most essential pieces of kit: the weight scale. What I’ve settled on this time around is the Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2, which offers some improvements over the Basic Plus model I wrote about in 2021, as explained by Prima Coffee Equipment (all bold emphasis mine):

First, the Basic 2 includes an On/Off switch that prevents the scale from accidentally being turned on when weight is detected. Second, a new internal structure brings more reliable measurements and faster responsiveness. Most importantly, the Basic 2 adds flow rate tracking per second, as well as an ounces mode. Tired of having to look around for the power and time buttons? The Basic 2 now has texturized buttons, ensuring accurate presses regardless of orientation. Lastly, the Basic Plus includes an auto timer function that automatically begins timing when weight is detected.

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Like the B+, the B2 has an auto-timer mode that automatically starts when it detects a change in weight, so you don’t have to worry about the extra step of starting a timer once you start pulling a shot. It seems like a small thing, but for the way my brain works, not having to divert my attention back and forth is super helpful.

The Basic 2 contains a 1,600mAh rechargeable lithium battery that charges via USB-C, and you won’t even have to do that as often as you might think, because it can last a full 24 hours of constant use. Since you’ll only be actively using it for maybe a few minutes at a time, those 24 hours can stretch out to weeks or even months between charges!

Get the Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 scale for $69 on Amazon.

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Nielsen-Massey Pure Peppermint Extract http://toolsandtoys.net/nielsen-massey-pure-peppermint-extract/ http://toolsandtoys.net/nielsen-massey-pure-peppermint-extract/#comments Tue, 09 Jan 2024 01:00:32 +0000 http://toolsandtoys.net/?p=47001 This flavor has long been a favorite during the holiday season, but its culinary applications are seen year-round.]]>

The holiday season may be over and we’re already a week into the new year, but winter is definitely in full swing — I’m looking at a weather map right now that shows sub-freezing temps across the majority of the US — and that means peppermint is still a perfectly acceptable flavor choice for your baking and coffee flavoring needs.

(Not that this wouldn’t also be true the rest of the year of course, but for me, winter is the ideal peppermint time.)

For my money, Nielsen-Massey’s pure peppermint extract is the weapon of choice. Instead of buying bottles of peppermint syrup to add to my homemade mocha drinks or cocktail beverages, I can throw a teaspoon or two of this stuff into a simple syrup of my own making, whenever I want. It also goes great in brownie batters and ice creams and the like — always adding a refreshing, cooling flavor.

You can also try adding a few drops of the peppermint extract to some hot water or tea to soothe an upset stomach or aid digestion. People have been doing stuff like that for ages.

You can get a 4 fl oz bottle for $15 or a 2 fl oz bottle for $11.

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