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 Espresso Machine Photo Gallery
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/16/2012 8:57 AM
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Espresso Machine Photo Gallery Just starting this thread to have a formal place to expose your " Espresso Machine " pride and joy ( Please note - This thread is not intended for rebuilds in progress ) Just the finished product It would be fantastic to have the posters story if any of the subject at hand Regards KK I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/16/2012 9:06 AM
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I saved my money for many months after reviewing and falling in love with both the machine & the coffee it produced - and finally Just today I brought home a new machine Its the new Strega Lever made by Bezzera I was one of the first people in the world to use and video the Strega Lever but its taken a while for it to grace my home [video]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fYXZv07LEI&list=UUFGudejxMmm_7HTgp7LFHIA&index=5&feature=plcp[/video] Also here is a photo of the new machine side by side with my grinder and the BZ40 KK
Koffee Kosmo attached the following image:
Edited by Koffee Kosmo on 01/16/2012 9:08 AM I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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Posted on 01/16/2012 10:16 AM
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Glorious! I need a couple more days rest on my Indian/Indian mysore/robusta blend... been without a decent espresso for a couple of weeks. Straight Ethiopian Harrar is just too tart. CHAD Roaster: CoffeeAir II 2# DIY air roaster
Grinder: Vintage Grindmaster 500 Brewers: Vintage Cory DCU DCL, Aeropress, Press, Osaka Titanium pourover |
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| kgraham63 |
Posted on 01/16/2012 10:16 AM
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KoffeeKosmo...VERY VERY NICE!! WOW!
The Greenest Bean, The Freshest Roast, The Liveliest Cup!
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| jkoll42 |
Posted on 01/16/2012 12:02 PM
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Yeah! Espresso machine gallery! Very cool lever - have always though it would be cool to have one.
-Jon
Honey badger 1k, Bunn LPG-2E, Technivorm, Cimbali Max Hybrid, Vibiemme Double Domo V3 |
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| jkoll42 |
Posted on 01/16/2012 12:13 PM
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Here's my machine and setup. Vibiemme DD V3, ironwood burl acessories. Grinder is a Cimbali Max Hybrid. Love it so much. side by jkoll42, on Flickr  portaclose by jkoll42, on Flickr  bar by jkoll42, on Flickr -Jon
Honey badger 1k, Bunn LPG-2E, Technivorm, Cimbali Max Hybrid, Vibiemme Double Domo V3 |
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| rcwarship |
Posted on 01/16/2012 7:26 PM
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Wowser, that is the epitome of AWESOME! Thanks for sharing, Jon Tell me and I forget, show me and I remember, involve me and I understand.
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| allenb |
Posted on 01/16/2012 7:36 PM
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Wow + 1! Beautiful piece of art and a fine looking crema-laden stream of espresso hitting the cup. Sorry KK, that's your Strega Lever machine doing the nice shot pour and is equally a beautiful machine even without ironwood burl handles. Allen Edited by allenb on 01/16/2012 8:46 PM 1/2 lb and 1 lb drum, Siemens Sirocco fluidbed, presspot, chemex, cajun biggin brewer from the backwoods of Louisiana
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| Dan |
Posted on 01/16/2012 8:38 PM
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My modified Isomac Millenium and Mazzer Mini in their custom-made niche overlooking the banks of the Wabash. |
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| John Despres |
Posted on 01/17/2012 7:11 PM
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Thanks, KK! Now could you send a drool rag? John Respect the bean.
John Despres Fresh Roast 8, Gene Cafe, JYTT 1k, Quest M3, Mazzer Mini, Technivorm, various size presses and many more brewers. |
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/17/2012 10:25 PM
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I am in love with those timber handles jkoll42 Absolutely transforming That is next for me - timber handles  KK I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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| BenGeldreich |
Posted on 01/18/2012 12:05 PM
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KK, Thanks for sharing!! I have been reading about this machine for a month or so. It's a gorgeous machine and the pump lever combo should keep you busy pulling different style shots. How's the torque on the machine when pulling the lever down? From some videos I've seen it looks like the face plate is taking a lot of stress. Ben --------
Ben Turbo Oven Roaster w/ Variac, TC4Cw/ Bourbon | Bezzera Strega | Baratza Vario Grinder | Yama 5 Cup Syphon | Aeropress |
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/18/2012 8:34 PM
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Quote BenGeldreich wrote: KK, Thanks for sharing!! I have been reading about this machine for a month or so. It's a gorgeous machine and the pump lever combo should keep you busy pulling different style shots. How's the torque on the machine when pulling the lever down? From some videos I've seen it looks like the face plate is taking a lot of stress. Ben I have found that for the normal height of kitchen benches the pull handle may be a little low Its all to do do with th fulcrum point that can cause what you see To that end I am experimenting with a longer timber handle a friend made Not surprising to me, is that it works with more fluidity New handle is 7" or 180mm long compared to the old handle of 4 3/4" or 130mm long However this may not suit all scenarios where kitchens have low overhanging cupboards KK I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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| BenGeldreich |
Posted on 01/18/2012 11:37 PM
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Quote New handle is 7" or 180mm long compared to the old handle of 4 3/4" or 130mm long KK Keep us posted!! Great machine none the less!! Home-Barista has quite the thread going about the Strega. Ben --------
Ben Turbo Oven Roaster w/ Variac, TC4Cw/ Bourbon | Bezzera Strega | Baratza Vario Grinder | Yama 5 Cup Syphon | Aeropress |
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/19/2012 11:24 PM
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Quote BenGeldreich wrote: Quote New handle is 7" or 180mm long compared to the old handle of 4 3/4" or 130mm long KK Keep us posted!! Great machine none the less!! Home-Barista has quite the thread going about the Strega. Ben Yes I have participated in that thread before and during the release of the machine Anyway I was hooked and decided to purchase one myself KK I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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| Dan |
Posted on 01/20/2012 9:23 AM
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What a shame that these prosumer machines are still being shipped with those horrid vibe pumps. |
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Posted on 01/20/2012 9:48 AM
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Quote Dan wrote: My modified Isomac Millenium and Mazzer Mini in their custom-made niche overlooking the banks of the Wabash. What modifications have you done on the Mellenium Dan? CHAD Roaster: CoffeeAir II 2# DIY air roaster
Grinder: Vintage Grindmaster 500 Brewers: Vintage Cory DCU DCL, Aeropress, Press, Osaka Titanium pourover |
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| Dan |
Posted on 01/20/2012 10:25 AM
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Off topic, but what the heck! I swapped the Ulka for a triple-diaphram pump with pressure bypass. Made a bottomless PF. Installed a commercial pressurestat with smaller deadband. Added a check valve between tank and pump. Converted it from pour-over to RO water supply. Added a drain to the tray and plumbed it to a sanitary drain. Switche the hot water spigot from boiler (yucky tasting water) to the HX, and then added a microswitch on the valve so the pump increases water flow. Insulated the boiler with ceramic felt. All this from a machine that I got on eBay from the importer for 2/3rds the price because it was dropped in shipment. |
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 01/20/2012 4:38 PM
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Quote Dan wrote: What a shame that these prosumer machines are still being shipped with those horrid vibe pumps. Dan - Bezzera have introduced other models So now the consumer can chose the model that best suits them Someone was asking on the different Strega models available Currently discussed model Strega - with tank & vibration pump Other models available by order only at this stage Strega - Dual - Tank and Plumbed in This model has 2 pumps 1 X Rotary pump - for mains water connection 1 X Vibration pump - for tank use Strega - Direct mains This model has no pump at all and connects direct to the mains water line KK I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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| Dan |
Posted on 01/20/2012 5:30 PM
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Kewl! If I get upgraditis I'll certainly consider this machine.  |
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Posted on 01/20/2012 7:35 PM
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 Left to Right: Rossi RR45 Newco Brewer Nuova Simonelli Premier V Grindmaster Model 500 CHAD Roaster: CoffeeAir II 2# DIY air roaster
Grinder: Vintage Grindmaster 500 Brewers: Vintage Cory DCU DCL, Aeropress, Press, Osaka Titanium pourover |
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| BenGeldreich |
Posted on 02/22/2012 4:58 PM
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Following KK, farmroast and many other coffee enthusiast on Home-Barista I am also a proud owner of a Bezzera Strega! I purchased the machine from 1st Line Espresso as their introductory price seemed hard to beat when compared to other vendors and machines i had in mind. I had been looking to upgrade my Rancillio Silvia to either an Exobar Brewtus or a Rocket but was thrilled when I discovered the Strega. I have always wanted a lever machine. Here are some photos of my new setup. 
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Ben Turbo Oven Roaster w/ Variac, TC4Cw/ Bourbon | Bezzera Strega | Baratza Vario Grinder | Yama 5 Cup Syphon | Aeropress |
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| Unta |
Posted on 02/22/2012 6:21 PM
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Quote seedlings wrote: Left to Right: Rossi RR45 Newco Brewer Nuova Simonelli Premier V Grindmaster Model 500 CHAD Hows that model 500 working? Did you do anything other than a cleaning? Sean Harrington
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| allenb |
Posted on 02/22/2012 7:01 PM
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I've rebuilt many a Grindmaster 500 over the years. This is one of the most underrated grinders ever. I was privy to some testing done between several grinders including some very expensive Mahlkonigs to determine which one produced the least fines and consistent particle size and this grinder won hands down. For anyone wanting the ultimate coarse grind french press grinder this is the one. I wish I had one!:@ Allen 1/2 lb and 1 lb drum, Siemens Sirocco fluidbed, presspot, chemex, cajun biggin brewer from the backwoods of Louisiana
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| Koffee Kosmo |
Posted on 02/22/2012 7:10 PM
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Quote BenGeldreich wrote: Following KK, farmroast and many other coffee enthusiast on Home-Barista I am also a proud owner of a Bezzera Strega! I purchased the machine from 1st Line Espresso as their introductory price seemed hard to beat when compared to other vendors and machines i had in mind. I had been looking to upgrade my Rancillio Silvia to either an Exobar Brewtus or a Rocket but was thrilled when I discovered the Strega. I have always wanted a lever machine. Here are some photos of my new setup. So hows the coffee Ben Its not only beautiful its also easy to use Ben & Ed I have found that a longer pull lever works better for my stature So I had a longer than standard, timber pull handle made up to suit Its 190mm or 7 inches long and has a mushroom cap so it wont slip if I have wet hands It also gives me a smooth kink free operation when I actuate the lever KK
Koffee Kosmo attached the following image:
Edited by Koffee Kosmo on 02/22/2012 7:10 PM I home roast and I like it. Designer of the KKTO
Roaster Build information https://homeroast...ad_id=1142 https://docs.goog...lide=id.i0 Blog - http://koffeekosm...gspot.com/ Bezzera Strega, Mazzer Robur Grinder, Pullman Tamper Convex, (KKTO) Turbo Oven Home Roaster. |
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