Very cool! How long have you been doing this?
I think I've been roasting my own beans for about 4 years. I started our with a air roaster called the Freshroast+ and a basic Hearthware burr grinder. (as opposed to the whirling blade kind) That enabled me to get into enough to taste the difference that fresh roasting and proper grinding/brewing make.
Unlike bbq, there are a lot of variables that are difficult to maintain consistently. Any problem or mistake with the raw bean, the roast, the grind or the brew and you've got yourself a pretty lousy cup of joe.
Would be interested to hear if you discern any difference in the final brewed cup of Bubba Joe vs. Regular Joe
Actually I ground and brewed a pot this morning and it was might fine! Yes....the keg does coffee well too! Although when I cooked my spatchcock chicken last night there was the lingering smell of roasting coffee beans in the air. (which smells more like popcorn than it does brewed coffee)
Just ordered my first 1/2 lb green bean sampler packs ta try...
It all starts out so innocently. Please don't tell your wife who gave you the idea!
Anybody that has any questions or wants more resources feel free to post or PM me.
-beef
