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mrkmitch Offline
#1 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 4:04 AM EST
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I love Jamacan Blue Mountain coffee (Peaberry is the best) but haven't found it any cheaper than about $35/lb(+/- incl. shipping). I've noticed a couple of Blue Mountain blends offered here on Cbid. La Estella is adveertised to be half 'n half, Jamacan Blue Mountain and Honduran, and Mayorga has a blend using Costa Rican coffee (amounts not listed). Can anyone tell me how, or if, they compare to the straight Blue Mountain? Or if anyone has a less expensive supplier they can turn me on to it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance for any and all info,
mrkmitch at indy dot net
RDC Offline
#2 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 4:41 AM EST
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I've had the Blue Mountain, good, but I was not impressed. There was a lot of hype so I tried it. Again, good but not impressed.
chipslave Offline
#3 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 6:27 AM EST
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I would try that "E" site. Seems to be a lot of action going on there...
EI Offline
#4 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 6:57 AM EST
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About 20 years ago my brother bought my Dad (god rest his soul) a pound of Jamacian Blue Mountain for Christmas.
He told my dad that it cost 24 bucks a pound.
My dad just looked at his cup of coffee and said "What do they have just one bush on that mountain?"
Comments like that are what I miss most about not having dad around
contendertotes Offline
#5 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 7:17 AM EST
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hey RDC
since you've tried it....how does it compare to Millstone ?
xibbumbero Offline
#6 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 8:04 AM EST
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JBM is a good mild coffee,just too spensive. The blends don't compare nor do they taste anything like the JBM. There are many types of coffee out there. Be adventurous and try the various types from different countries. It's fun,just like searching for that perfect cigar. X
xrundog Offline
#7 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 8:42 AM EST
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killerbeans.com
chipslave Offline
#8 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 9:59 AM EST
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Amen Xrundog... Mr. Jerry will take great care of you. They have a great special going on there too right now....
gorob23 Offline
#9 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 10:02 AM EST
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I thought it was overrated myself...Starbucks is good.
RDC Offline
#10 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 10:11 AM EST
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contendertotes, Millestone is what I have been buying:-) I don't drink a lot on the weekends, so I'll brew up about 4 cups/2mugs worth and I use those sample size vacuum sealed bags. It is good for two pots. With the smaller sizes I can always have a variety of coffee on hand for whatever mood I am in.
chipslave Offline
#11 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 10:31 AM EST
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I don't care for Starbucks that much. It always tastes like its burnt. There are a couple locals around here that I usually get beans from. Most of the time I like to roast my own, but lately I have been too lazy.
TinMan51 Offline
#12 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 11:02 AM EST
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"mrkmitch" I have bought the Mayorga Blue mountain in here a few times and It's not to bad IMHO but it is better when mixed with others..I buy alot of different blend from another site and then grind and mix my own. By doing it that way I get some really Great tasting coffee.. If you would like to know the other site I use for coffee drop me a line.. TinMan
cnyreen2001 at yahoo dot com
Sonny_LSU Offline
#13 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 11:20 AM EST
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waaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyy over-rated.....I bought 5lbs. last time i was in Jamaica and it is way to light bodied for me. At $10 a lb., I still couldn't get over joyed.
contendertotes Offline
#14 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:12 PM EST
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I think i'll stick with millstone , heheh i think it good and yes i do like the small vac. bags ! saves on space in the freezer instead of having a big bag in there...and the variety of flavors is good. i did however go to an unmentionable auction site the other night and pick up a 8 oz bag of hawiian lion choc. maccadamion nut coffee for $7......i thought that was expensive for "gourmet" coffee till i say how much it's going for in the store...MAN ! i'll stick to millstone...or maxwell house...both are good to the last drop !
chipslave Offline
#15 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:20 PM EST
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Just so you know...

Freezing coffee beans isn't recommended...
contendertotes Offline
#16 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:32 PM EST
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GROUND coffee.....and it usually isn't in there long....i drink alot of coffee
chipslave Offline
#17 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:34 PM EST
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Ahhh... ic. I drink alot of coffee as well. Probably too much ;)
contendertotes Offline
#18 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:38 PM EST
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never heard it was bad for whole beans ? why ?
chipslave Offline
#19 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:42 PM EST
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I usually just buy what I will use in a week. If there is more I try and put it in an airtight container and put it somewhere light is not...

I don't use the freezer becuase, from what I read, moisture is an enemy of coffee and the freezing and un-freezing makes the bean taste bad. Freezing is better than putting it in the fridge though...

Just my random thoughts. I know there are much more experienced coffee conniseurs around here who could give you a better explanation than I... :)
contendertotes Offline
#20 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 12:45 PM EST
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thank's 4 the info ! mine usually lasts 2 weeks in the freezer.....dwindling each day. :)
puskarich Offline
#21 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 2:28 PM EST
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I'll admit that my obsession with coffee paralells my obsession with cigars. Brutha chipslave makes some good points about coffee storage. Here is my 2 cents:

The thing about storing coffee is that you should not do it at all. Coffee is not meant to be stored for an extended period of time. Once roasted, the beans begin to degas. Some of the serious coffee freaks will say that roasted beans will only last 2 weeks before they start to lose their flavor. Ground coffee has a shelf life of a few days.

If you must store the coffee, it is recommended to only buy the amount that you will use in a week. Store them in an airtight container away from light and moisture. Moisture will interfere and dilute the oils in the roasted coffee. This is why refrigeration is not recommended. This will affect the taste. It can also affect the grind and brewing process. Refrigeration can add too much moisture to the beans. Freezing takes too much moisture from the beans.



puskarich Offline
#22 Posted: Thu, Feb 12 2004, 2:32 PM EST
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contendertotes, if your coffee only lasts for 2 weeks, you are probably not doing it any justice by freezing it. I would just store it in an airtight container in a cabinet or cupboard. If for some reason you needed to store it for an extra week, you may want to think about freezing the beans. Beyond 3 weeks, freezing is probably not doing you any good.
hoagie55 Offline
#23 Posted: Fri, Feb 13 2004, 3:54 AM EST
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I buy my coffee in bulk, when it goes on sale, and freeze the beans. I grind enough to last a week and put that in teh fridge. I have never, let me repeat, I have NEVER had a problem with the beans losing any flavor at all.

I have had a lot fo different coffees, with Kona being my favorite. JBM is good, but not good enough to command that amount of money from me.

I am not a coffee snob or afficianado, this is just my humble experience.
Matt

contendertotes Offline
#24 Posted: Fri, Feb 13 2004, 9:14 AM EST
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puskarich
Thank's for the advice , but i too have not had any problems with freezing it for a couple of weeks. as far as i know it tastes the same as the first day.
But do appreciate the input.
Intel Offline
#25 Posted: Fri, Feb 13 2004, 1:16 PM EST
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I LOVE MY COFFEE I LOVE I NEED IT I WANT IT I MUST HAVE IT. PLEASE WHERE IS MY MUG. I THINK I WILL GO OUT AND PAINT MY HOUSE.
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