LOL, that does sound good!
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Just finished roasting something different, Sweet Maria's Shanga Babor SWP Decaf Blend, took it to FC. SM's description on this sounds excellent, thought I'd give it a try. Who knows, maybe can start drinking coffee in the evenings :-)
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That sounds interesting.
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I have been thinking the same thing, when I crave a good cup in the evening.
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Roasting decaf sure is different though. I followed normal procedure, took this just to the start of 2nd and it came out pretty dark :-) with some oil spots, which I rarely see this soon after a roast. I may cup this tomorrow afternoon, just to see :-)
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I just did some reading, about roasting decaf, on SM forum. I think I'm gonna be okay, but next time I will slow the roast down some. The problem appears to be, the outside roasts faster than the inside and you get under roasted even though the outside looks good. I heard 2nd crack start, on both batches, so I should be alright, if just a bit over roasted.
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Ethiopia FTO Gedeo Worka, to city+
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Have you tried it yet?
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I have, it's very good. I think I posted in "what are you drinking." I did post #659.
It will be better the next time with a slower, more even roast.
Today I roasted Costa Rica Finca Bella Vista to FC.
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Thanks, I'll give it a try!
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Just brewed and am having a cup of the Shanga Babor :-) Roasted 6 days ago, nice sweetness, some chocolate. Wouldn't know this is decaf, that's for sure. I am excited to do this "right" next time.
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Finally roasted some of the Monkey Blend to about light Vienna. Should get to try it by Monday!
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Roasting some Costa Rica El Tigre.

Question, how many roast back to back do you do? I have the Nesco roaster.
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There are some variables involved. I use the FreshRoast and was roasting in a 38 degree garage this morning. I believe, in that temp, I could roast back to back for as long as I wish. In warmer weather, I double cool cycle.
This morning's roast, Colombia Tolima - Einar Ortiz Micrlot, to FC. Was limited to 1 pound purchase, from SM.
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El Salvador Finca La Montanita Bourbon
Moka Kadir Blend
Espresso Monkey Blend
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NICE! How many days are you roasting for?
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My roaster only does small roasts well (Nesco). I am also roasting for two other BOTL.
During the week one roast lasts me about three days. Image
I'm pretty sure this was the monkey blend. It never looks the same on my iPhone camera.
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That looks so good.

I did a bunch of Costa Rica El Tigre today.
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I'm thinking I may start home roasting. Been buying from a local roaster, a lb at a time. But I don't go through it fast enough to ensure it stays the freshest. Was just reading the DIY guides on Sweet Maria's. Seems pretty easy if I can find a popper for cheap and I can do small batches which will suit me just fine.

And does anyone know the regulations on bringing back green beans from outside the country? I'm going to Brazil and my boss told me about a contact at the plant I'm going to who's family also owns a coffee plantation.
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I recomend roasting your own. It is a lot of work, but there is a sense of pride to roasting your own. You will be able to control your quantity. I don't know about bringing coffee through customs.
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