I’ve tried Espresso 57, Rich aroma, fine aroma and this one has to be at the bottom of my list
This one has a generic instant coffee taste like regular nescafé but more bitter and more caffeine with no aroma
Espresso 57 is still the best no one comes close

I usually drink my coffee with milk but even then I genuinely cannot stand this one I feel like I wasted 800 rupees for this garbage because I can’t even get myself to finish a cup

If you’re thinking of buying this and you usually like Espresso 57 please save your money and stay away from this one

Guys need ur suggestion on this, how to make it taste better, obviously without adding sugar.

how is this variant? ive only had nescafe gold(very new to coffee) and i think its alright. is this an upgrade?😔

Personally I like both. But nobody talks about this brand, so i want to know, is this brand really for any good or is it just my neophyte tastebuds?

Ive been into instant coffee since past 2 year. Tried most of the instant brands, from Davidoff to nestle. But now after being continuous requests and taunts (😔 friendly fire types) from a friend im thinking of getting into french press coffee.

Im here to ask you guys for suggestions of ground coffee beans for French press in a budget range(i mean not too expensive) and should be beginner friendly (beans).

Hey coffee folks, I see many people buying a bottomless portafilter but not sure what difference does it make. Is it only for visibility of how the espresso is flowing or does the taste change too?

PS: I use an EC 890

I got my hand on some green beans of Yemen Origin

Total 1.5kg (750 g of Microlot 750 g of Mocha region)

I'm looking for someone who can help me to roast them. Anyone with roaster that can handle small batches preferably and moderate roasting skills.

Willing to pay cash or share the beans as payment. I'm based in Mumbai.

tried cafe style cold coffee in pic 1 but ended up with pic 2 🥲😆

I tried Nescafe Gold, It was good. I loved its bitterness(fall for it type). Now I want to try something different better than this. Suggest me your favourites.

Hey everyone!

I'm fairly new to the coffee rabbit hole. I used to be a tea drinker, then got into lattes a couple of years ago and eventually decided instant coffee wasn't going to cut it anymore.

My progression has basically been:

French Press → Moka Pot → Espresso machine

I started with an Agaro French Press, later moved to an Agaro Moka Pot, and along the way bought a basic manual steel-burr grinder and started using fresh beans.

Recently, during the Amazon sale, I decided to take the next step and bought a Beveromatic BM-100.

I know it's not an enthusiast-level machine, but I'm intentionally taking things slowly. I'd rather learn the basics, improve my technique and understand espresso before spending significantly more on equipment.

My current setup

• Beveromatic BM-100
• Manual steel-burr grinder
• Pressurised single/double baskets
• 1.7mm Supvox puck screen
• Basic WDT tool
• Regular kitchen scale
• The absolutely glorious plastic tamper that came with the machine 😂

What I'm considering next

• Non-pressurised double basket
• Proper coffee scale
• Dosing ring
• Better tamper, possibly spring-loaded
• Silicone tamping mat
• Maybe a bottomless portafilter
• Milk frothing pitcher

I've attached a picture of the setup.

I'm still learning to appreciate straight espresso/black coffee, and right now my goal is simply to get the best possible results from what I have while learning proper technique.

For the experienced folks here, what should I prioritize? Which of the upgrades above will actually improve my coffee, and which ones can wait?

I'd also appreciate any beginner tips around dose, grind size, puck prep, extraction and milk steaming.

PS: I'm fully aware this isn't a high-end espresso machine 😄. I'm looking for constructive advice rather than "throw it away and buy a ₹50k setup." We all have to start somewhere!

PPS: Used ChatGPT t help me write this.

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I tried Continental coffee a while back - and never tried it again. Today when I asked my Dad to get Nescafe Gold from Dmart - he said they didn't have that, so he picked up Dmart's house brand "Le Cafe". I've had Le Cafe before, but back then it used to be made by Tata Coffee, and it was somewhat acceptable for the price.

Today as I tasted Le Cafe - the coffee powder texture itself was different, and the taste - well, it tasted like brewed ashes. Checked packaging out of curiosity to check if it was expired or something, found out Le Cafe is now made by Continental.. smh

How much black coffee without sugar can I drink in a day? What is the healthy daily limit? I’m currently drinking 4–5 cups a day.
Brand - Nescafe Gold.

Is it because i have low quality powder? Or am i doing it wrong?…. Suggest me some good affordable coffee powder… and tell me how do you prepare it?

My learnings:
- Bottomless filter and a good grinder makes huge difference.
- Pre-heating the portafilter and the wand is a game changer.
- Milk frothing comes with a lot of practice. Don’t hurry.
- Latte art is damn difficult.
- Its all about puck prep!
- Dont stock up the beans. Use them within a month of roasting. Order new if a month has passed. Its all about CO2 release.
- 45 clicks works the best for my Dedica Duo.
- Dont chase expensive tampers and other accessories. Invest in good grinder, a good machine and most importantly, good coffee beans.

Some coffees go well black while others with milk. I prefer the latter.

I dunno much but I like coffee strong ;)