Coffee

[Flippedy]

Again it’s probably my coff-snobbishness coming out but how do pods rate overall? I find them a little bland tbh.

I haven’t tried all the different varieties of pods but I don’t mind the Vittoria range, it’s always been a coffee I’ve enjoyed. Of course, they probably aren’t as good as the cafe roasted stuff. I was absolutely hooked on a roast called Toby’s Estate. My local cafe closed down over a year ago and it was literally the only place on the coast that used that brew. I can’t find it anywhere up here anymore. When I worked down on the north beaches, it was in just about every cafe.

 

[twentyforty]

Again it’s probably my coff-snobbishness coming out but how do pods rate overall? I find them a little bland tbh.

I had a Nespresso, used it for far longer than I should have because it was a gift. Its fair to say my preference would be instant coffee over pods, but nothing beats espresso with freshly roasted, freshly ground beans for that true coffee taste.

 

[twentyforty]

I have the Vittoria Espressotoria pod machine, just drinking an Italian blend right now. I’m a big fan of the Oro you’re having, but i absolutely love the one called Maragogype! Have you tried it? It’s pretty a rare bean apparently but I have found the pod version of it in my local Woolworths 👍

Never heard of Maragogype, thanks for mentioning it. It’s possibly not widely grown with growers looking for more beans to the bush?

 

[Spartan117]

And not all coffees come in cups..........



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I absolutely love Espresso Martini's especially when vendors are paying for them.

⚠️ They are extra fun if u have ADHD ⚠️

 

[tiger_one]

I absolutely love Espresso Martini's especially when vendors are paying for them.

⚠️ They are extra fun if u have ADHD ⚠️

Can you explain the ADHD bit, if that's not too insensitive?

 

[Spartan117]

Can you explain the ADHD bit, if that's not too insensitive?

The stimulant vs the alcohol affects = Caffeine Winds u up and Vodka sedates. affects my brain heaps after a few

 

[Spartan117]

This Mornings Mocha at Barangaroo...

 

[matchball]

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This Mornings Mocha at Barangaroo...

More importantly, how much they charge for the coffee?

 

[balmain boy]

Again it’s probably my coff-snobbishness coming out but how do pods rate overall? I find them a little bland tbh.

All pods are weaker and less tasty than freshly ground beans made into an espresso. It's just not possible for them to compete!
Pods are convenient, quick easy and little mess, albeit they all must be recyclable in this day and age! But you can't go past freshly ground coffee if you really enjoy that black gold!

 

[balmain boy]

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This Mornings Mocha at Barangaroo...

Where do u get coffee art like that around Barangaroo? All the places I check out are pretty average...

 

[Spartan117]

More importantly, how much they charge for the coffee?

Zero$$

Vendors always pay. Lol

 

[tiger_one]

14 muscles are activated when you pour a cup of coffee.
Fitness is my passion.

 

[LeichhardtTiger]

14 muscles are activated when you pour a cup of coffee.
Fitness is my passion.


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35 of my muscles are relaxed when I consume Red Wine. It's why I don't play Rugby League professionally - that and the fact that I am 67.

 

[twentyforty]

The stimulant vs the alcohol affects = Caffeine Winds u up and Vodka sedates. affects my brain heaps after a few

Alcohol can also be a stimulant for a short time before it sedates.

 

[Tiger_heart]

One MUST do BEFORE enjoying a coffee....Have a glass of cold water (plain or mineral). Standard practice is countries like Italy, necessary to cleanse the palate and get taste buds going...Give it a try.

 

[Spartan117]

One MUST do BEFORE enjoying a coffee....Have a glass of cold water (plain or mineral). Standard practice is countries like Italy, necessary to cleanse the palate and get taste buds going...Give it a try.

Totally agree,

3 Terrible cups from 3 diff shops yesterday in the CBD.

Flat whites or a Mocha, Not that hard

Why are so many coffee shops stupid, The Pull weak Shots or overheat the milk.

 

[BZN]

I’m going for my 2nd Vittoria Oro. 😳👍

That's my favorite made at home coffee tf

 

[BZN]

Again it’s probably my coff-snobbishness coming out but how do pods rate overall? I find them a little bland tbh.

The pods are quick and easy but that's all you can say about them compared to your choice of brand home ground coffee beans, made just the way you like it.
A bit of fiddlin around, but worth it Imo.

 

[BZN]

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This Mornings Mocha at Barangaroo...

Only one thing wrong, it should be in a mug.

And you're obviously left-handed.

 

[BZN]

14 muscles are activated when you pour a cup of coffee.
Fitness is my passion.


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How many more muscles to get rid of the coffee beans, or are thy chocolate coated?