Whitey Senior Member Joined: 13 Feb 2006 Posts: 16 Location: CSA Expertise: I love coffee
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 11:40am Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
Hello Alan,
I did experiment with adding 200 F water after extracting at 175 F a couple of times, but decided I needed to go back to basics until I get the grind & extraction right to the way I like it. I was using the plunger to micro 175 F water for the slurry, then adding 200 F water from an electric kettle after plunging.
I don't have a big problem with the flavor I am getting extracting with 175 F water. I would like to step up the flavor just a little bit. But also I would just like to have a hotter finished cup as I drink my coffee over 5-10 min while I do other things.
Not long ago I was on some strong antibiotics after surgery which definitely changed my taste buds for a period of time. Some days I think that they are still effected when it comes to coffee and chocolate!
I just weighed mine. Everything that came in the box comes out to about 402 grams. You could leave the funnel gadget behind and the plastic filter holder and get down to about 302 grams (this is more space efficient as well). Either way, less than a pound. Light, compact, perfect. Mine's flying with me this weekend!
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 12:35pm Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
Hello JJDChE,
My essentials weigh 0.58 lbs. That's all but the funnel and filter storage bin.
You'll also need a metal vessel to heat water over a flame and a sturdy mug to press into.
Hello Whitey,
The best way to boost flavor is to use more coffee and / or finer grind. In my earlier posts, I gave my recipe for a "Rich Americano":
Make a double AeroPress with water filled to the top of the “2” oval. Then dilute that brew 1:1 with an equal amount of hot water.
Hello htonl,
I fly with my AeroPress too. I've used the hotel drip machine to heat water, and I've also taken a small immersion heater. I press into the cup or drinking glass that's in the room. But that wouldn't work if they stocked the room with disposable plastic cups. I also bring a ziplock bag with some ground coffee.
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 12:42pm Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
AlanAdler Said:
Hello htonl,
I fly with my AeroPress too. I've used the hotel drip machine to heat water, and I've also taken a small immersion heater. I press into the cup or drinking glass that's in the room. But that wouldn't work if they stocked the room with disposable plastic cups. I also bring a ziplock bag with some ground coffee.
A pleasure to meet you (virtually speaking). The immersion heater is a great idea! I hadn't thought of that and was unsure about how I was going to heat my water (relying on having microwave access at the hotel). I think I'll go pick up a heater tonight, just to be sure.
I got my press on Monday and have used it at least a dozen times. I really love the quickness of brewing and (especially) cleanup. It makes the french press seem like a royal pain in the ...
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 1:26pm Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
Good luck "picking up" an immersion heater. They are hard to find. I burned out my last one in Hawaii and haven't found a replacement in local stores. You've reminded me to buy a few online. I'll try one of these:
Incidentally if you don't have "instant" hot water in your kitchen (as I fortunately do), an immersion heater is faster and quieter than the micro. And it's easy to heat exactly to the desired temperature.
I put the heater and a fast digital thermometer together in a measuring cup or in the plunger. Then plug in the heater and watch the thermometer (don't walk away during this brief period). When the thermometer gets to about 172, I unplug the heater and the temp coasts up a few more degrees.
I like the Comark PDT300 digital thermometer. It's accurate and very fast, due to its extra skinny probe. Great for cooking steaks too.
Whitey Senior Member Joined: 13 Feb 2006 Posts: 16 Location: CSA Expertise: I love coffee
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 1:29pm Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
Likewise, I travel a lot on my job and figure that is how I will use my Aeropress the most. At the hotel chain that I stay with the most the rooms usually have a microwave now. I never use the electric drip coffee maker in the rooms. I wouldn't even use it to heat water. You never know where it's been!
steve771 Senior Member Joined: 13 Feb 2006 Posts: 5 Location: Nevada Expertise: I like coffee
Posted Thu Feb 16, 2006, 1:59pm Subject: Re: Aerobie Aeropress
Well, I took the plunge (pun intended) and purchased an Aeropress. It arrived today, and of course, I had to give it a whirl right away. I didn't have the freshest coffee, but I must say, it did a great job. The result was smooth, with no bitterness and I'm looking forward to giving it a go with a fresher grind. I should mention that I'm a "cream & sugar" coffee drinker, but I did taste the coffee pre-cream, and I can honestly say that I might go black, the brew was that good. BTW, I purchased my Aeropress online at Kitchen Fantasy as they had the best price w/ shipping figured in, at least for me. My order was processed quickly and arrived well packaged.
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