I am looking for a good/inexpensive at home coffee roaster?!
I am looking for a good/inexpensive at home coffee roaster?
Any one have a recommendation or on line referance? I understand popcorn poppers (hot air) will work and best to use one with side vents. any suggestion on brand or where to obtain. I would love to have the name of a good/inexpensive grinder as well. Thanks!
Answers:
The gOdiva people make a good machine and all you have to do uis subscribe to their coffee and then cancel it
most coffee available on the market has already been roasted... why would you need a roaster at home? i have never seen a coffee roaster for sale to the public.
any coffee grinder will do. you can find one for $20 or less at any kitchen supply store.
I've tried the popcorn maker and I almost burned the engine out, plus it is too hot for most beans.
I use my cast iron pans in the oven at a 450 f heat with the beans spread evenly on the pan. I works well but remember to stir every 5 minutes or so. If you dont have cast iron pans you can get them pretty cheap at a used store.
Rumour has it that even the $150 to $200 roasters are a waste of money. The darker roasts apparently leave a sticky residue in the machine and eventually clog it up.