Greetings Patrick and everyone, I'm not as much of a coffee enthusiast as many here, but I'll offer my experiences and observations for what they're worth. Grinders: I've been using a Krups $50-$60 burr grinder for many years. Got the original one from Bloomingdales, that one was replaced under warranty several years into service and the current one is still going strong. The upper burr is replaceable for a reasonable price. I like it that I can start the grind, then leave it on the counter to change filters, pour water, etc. Now I know it's not good for super fine grinding, for espresso. That's fine with me. Those grinders seem to cost many times as more. When i thought mine was on the blink a while back (it wasn't), I found a similar one at Target for about $30. Not sure what the differences were between my old one and this new generation. Storing: I usually buy 2 lb. bags of beans at Costco or Safeway. I put about a pound's worth, blended, into a semi-airtight container on the counter and store the bags in the basement, rolled closed and rubber-banded (no freezing). Seems to work fine and still make good coffee, Deacon's and others' comments on freshness duly noted. Coffee making: Water temp is important. If this has already been brought up in the thread, I apologize. I finally splurged and treated myself to a Technivorm drip coffee maker. Had wanted one for years. It brews to the proper temp, I believe around 205 degree F. I also make pourovers for myself regularly, using a $3 Melitta cone holder. (The Technivorm is fun to watch.) Cheers and Happy St Patrick's Day to all, especially the Patricks!
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