I actually kind of like the fact that my locally roasted coffee varies a little from batch to batch, though I can see why some might find it annoying. I agree that the drip coffee in coffee-shops is generally not as good as what you can brew at home. I use a $30 AeroPress which allows me to make strong coffee that's not overly bitter (though it's significantly more fiddly then using a regular drip coffee maker).
A really good espresso is one thing I'm not capable of making for myself. However, I've been disappointed so many times by mediocre espresso served in fancy-seeming coffee shops that I've pretty much given up ordering it (at least in the US). I guess when 95% of your customers are getting their espresso mixed with a bunch of milk and sugar, it doesn't make sense to cater to the 5% who want something that tastes good on its own.
I’ve not bought Starbucks whole beans before for home, but I never like their coffee from the store. To me, it always tastes burned. Do you agree? I’m curious how doing it at home compares.
I actually kind of like the fact that my locally roasted coffee varies a little from batch to batch, though I can see why some might find it annoying. I agree that the drip coffee in coffee-shops is generally not as good as what you can brew at home. I use a $30 AeroPress which allows me to make strong coffee that's not overly bitter (though it's significantly more fiddly then using a regular drip coffee maker).
A really good espresso is one thing I'm not capable of making for myself. However, I've been disappointed so many times by mediocre espresso served in fancy-seeming coffee shops that I've pretty much given up ordering it (at least in the US). I guess when 95% of your customers are getting their espresso mixed with a bunch of milk and sugar, it doesn't make sense to cater to the 5% who want something that tastes good on its own.
I’ve not bought Starbucks whole beans before for home, but I never like their coffee from the store. To me, it always tastes burned. Do you agree? I’m curious how doing it at home compares.
Also consider that the money you save on coffee can be used to support other local businesses.