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BREWING - PARAGON

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                             PARAGON                                                                 Paragon brewing in progress (📸Definite Bean and Brew) This a brewing device created by Nucleus Coffee Tools based on a scientific research to increase retention of flavors which generally evaporate during brewing. These flavors are called Aroma Volatile Compounds and they are the nice coffee fragrance that fill the room during brewing. Hot coffee lands on the chilled rock which is usually kept in the freezer before use. The rock traps the aroma volatile compounds before they escape in the air resulting in a more flavorful cup than identical brews without chilling.                        ...
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    ACAIA LUNAR SCALE T his is a scale designed by ACAIA for brewing espresso. The scale is fast, responsive and accurate. Due to its consistent precision and design, it is an essential tool for a commercial set up that can be used on any espresso machine.  Acaia Lunar comes in two versions; Lunar original (released in 2015) and Lunar 2021. The scale comes with a Heat resistant pad, 100g Acaia Calibration weight and a USB type-C charger cable ( Lunar 2021 ) / Micro USB charging cable ( Lunar original ).                                       In the display, the scale has Power button on the left and Tare button on the right. Power button is used to Turn On, Turn Off, Switch Mode and Start / Stop / Reset Tim er while Tare button is used to Tare weight, Tare and Reset Timer, Enter Calibration Mode, Switch Options while in settings and Save / Subtract container weight. Acaia Lunar O...
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  HARIO V60 DRIP SCALE This is a scale designed by Hario for pour over coffee. It features both volume and time, the two  factors that are crucial in brewing a perfect cup of coffee.  The scale has a Weighing platform, START STOP button, ON/OFF TARE button and Display all on the front of the main body. On the back, there is Battery cover, Wall hanging hook hole and a Fastening screw cover to be opened by  service technicians only.                                                                                                   Hario V60 Drip Scale 📸Definite Bean & Brew The scale is powered by 2 AAA batteries. It has a weighing range of 2-2000g and a maximum count up time of 99minutes 59seconds when in use. The sc...
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CLASSICS - LONG BLACK / AMERICANO

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LONG BLACK VS AMERICANO Both Long black and Americano are espresso based drinks whose ingredients are similar but different in preparation methods which alters crema and flavor profiles.      Ingredients:             ➔ Fresh coffee beans                ➔ Hot Water                        Equipment:            ➔ Espresso machine           ➔ Burr grinder           ➔ Tamper           ➔ Distributor  (optional)           ➔ Water Boiling kettle  (optional)           ➔ Coffee cup      Long Black A cup of Long black 📸Definite Bean & Brew Long black is espresso extracted directly over hot water resulting in rich crema on top leading to a bold and intense  flavors. Hot...
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BREWING - TURKISH COFFEE

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 TURKISH COFFEE A cup of Turkish coffee.  📸Definite Bean and Brew Turkish coffee is a traditional  method of coffee preparation which involves brewing very finely ground coffee beans (finer than espresso) in a cezve over medium to low heat and serving unfiltered. Technology has seen the creation of modern day state of the art electric Turkish coffee machines that are more convenient compared to the traditional equipment.  Turkish coffee is widely consumed without spices however there are options of Turkish coffee mixed with ground spices like cardamon. Sweetening of Turkish coffee comes in 4 levels: No Sugar, Little Sugar (½ tsp ) , Medium Sugar (1tsp) and Sweet (2tsp)                            CEZVE Cezve is also known as ibrik amongst Arabs and briki among Greeks. It has a spout, a wide base, a narrow neck and a long handle.                   ...
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CLASSICS - PICCOLO / CORTADO

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  PICCOLO LATTE VS CORTADO Piccolo latte is a milk based drink with smooth texture and rich flavors. It was invented in Australia. Cortado is also a milk based drink which originated in Spain and is full bodied and strong.     Ingredients:            ➔ Fresh coffee beans            ➔ Fresh Milk                       Equipment:           ➔ Espresso machine           ➔ Burr grinder           ➔ Tamper           ➔ Distributor (optional)           ➔ Milk pitcher           ➔ 4oz Glass cup Piccolo also known as Piccolo latte is a combination a ristretto and steamed milk while cortado is a combination of espresso and steamed milk in equal parts.                   ...
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BREWING - V60

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                                      V60                                                                            V60 brewed directly on a mug📸DBB This a brewing method whose name is derived from the V-shape of the  conical dripper with a 60 °  angle. The V60 dripper has:     1.A cone shape which allows the water to flow towards the center.                                                         📸Definite Bean and Brew  2.A large single hole at the bottom which allows extraction without restriction. 📸Definite Bean and Brew  ...
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