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**Author:** [@BaristaVE](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/BaristaVE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2020, 11:54am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/grinders-to-a-small-coffee-shop-retail/1643 "2020-12-28T11:54:02Z")
Hi guys, I´m looking for a basic grinder to a Small Coffee Shop Bunn G3 Mahlköning GH1 Ditting Thanks --- ## [Better extractions](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/better-extractions/3759)
**Author:** [@Dusty](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Dusty)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2022, 12:39pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/better-extractions/3759 "2022-08-31T12:39:33Z")
Good morning everyone! My wife and kids bought me the Breville Barista Express two years ago when I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I am doing very well now! I am by far not a barista but I have enjoyed my machine … --- ## [Coffee Shops in Europe](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/coffee-shops-in-europe/1341)
**Author:** [@PierreT](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/PierreT)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2022, 4:54am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/coffee-shops-in-europe/1341 "2022-08-31T04:54:11Z")
Hi Guys! Starting in January I'll be making my way around Europe to try to visit the best coffee shops in Europe! I'll be going through Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Dennmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Estonia for … --- ## [How to create a craft frappe?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/how-to-create-a-craft-frappe/3631)
**Author:** [@Roasterrob](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Roasterrob)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2022, 5:28am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/how-to-create-a-craft-frappe/3631 "2022-08-30T05:28:38Z")
I know this is a question that is below the forum’s expertise. However, I’ve searched and searched and thought this would be a good place to ask. I own a roastery/cafe/bakery in a small city in New Mexico. Due to our de… --- ## [Mythos Grinder Not Grinding](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-grinder-not-grinding/3568)
**Author:** [@SethWeber](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/SethWeber)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2022, 5:25am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-grinder-not-grinding/3568 "2022-08-30T05:25:55Z")
Hey! I’ve been using a Mythos grinder for the last two years at our coffee shop. We grind about 20g at a time and set it to be fine enough to extract at between 26-30 seconds. When we set the grinder fine enough to extra… --- ## [I just started a small batch coffee roasting business](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/i-just-started-a-small-batch-coffee-roasting-business/3448)
**Author:** [@Berhan](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Berhan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2022, 5:23am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/i-just-started-a-small-batch-coffee-roasting-business/3448 "2022-08-30T05:23:57Z")
What is the going price for roasted single origin specialty coffee ( say Ethiopian ) ? I pay around 4.85 to 5.00/lb. for the green coffee ? --- ## [Opening a new cafe, looking for equipment advice](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/opening-a-new-cafe-looking-for-equipment-advice/3755)
**Author:** [@danab](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/danab)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2022, 1:07am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/opening-a-new-cafe-looking-for-equipment-advice/3755 "2022-08-25T01:07:12Z")
We are expanding into a second location and looking for advice on what equipment we should purchase. We are currently using a la marzocco linea classic, a mythos clima pro grinder, and an ek43 grinder. This time around w… --- ## [Mythos One constantly changing](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-one-constantly-changing/3711)
**Author:** [@Yasha](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Yasha)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2022, 1:02am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-one-constantly-changing/3711 "2022-08-25T01:02:28Z")
Hey all, I’ve recently started work as the head barista at a newly opened coffee shop. When we first opened we didn’t experience many issues with the Mythos One, but recently we have started going through 4kg of coffee … --- ## [Any reviews on the CIME CO5 double boiler](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/any-reviews-on-the-cime-co5-double-boiler/3738)
**Author:** [@Samer](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Samer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 5:51am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/any-reviews-on-the-cime-co5-double-boiler/3738 "2022-07-28T05:51:58Z")
Does any one tried the CIME CO5 double boiler here, or any reviews? I’m opening a coffee shop and want to explore other options than Lamarzocco and other high end brands as I can’t afford them at the moment, so I found … --- ## [Grinder upgrade](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/grinder-upgrade/3735)
**Author:** [@Sean1994](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Sean1994)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 8:49pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/grinder-upgrade/3735 "2022-07-18T20:49:51Z")
Hey everyone, We’re currently looking at upgrading our shops grinders we currently have two mythos ones but are looking at updating these to either a Anfim sp2 or Mahlkonig E65s GbW. Has anyone any advice on either. Ult… --- ## [Mythos One back burr plate stuck](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-one-back-burr-plate-stuck/2443)
**Author:** [@fttqol](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/fttqol)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2022, 6:16pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-one-back-burr-plate-stuck/2443 "2022-07-05T18:16:00Z")
Hi all, I’m sorry that my first BH question has to be a call for help, but this is the situation I find myself in. After reading a lot about whether or not to remove the burrs during cleaning the Mythos, I opted to go … --- ## [Mythos problems](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-problems/1161)
**Author:** [@ThreePines](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/ThreePines)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2022, 6:39pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mythos-problems/1161 "2022-04-30T18:39:20Z")
Hi, I've been using a Mythos for a little over a year and it has been mostly great... until recently. In the morning I'll turn the grinder on, fill the hopper with beans, and wait for it to heat up a bit before dialing i… --- ## [New Bezzera B2016, plastic taste from hot water spiggot](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/new-bezzera-b2016-plastic-taste-from-hot-water-spiggot/3715)
**Author:** [@Lewy](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Lewy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2022, 10:44pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/new-bezzera-b2016-plastic-taste-from-hot-water-spiggot/3715 "2022-04-26T22:44:57Z")
Recently we bought a new Bezzera B2016 1 group for our newly renovated bakery. As the building is not yet ready I have had it at home for about a week and I’m training myself and the staff up on it. I have mostly been m… --- ## [Barista Scheduling](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-scheduling/3682)
**Author:** [@Rae](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Rae)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2022, 6:06pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-scheduling/3682 "2022-02-28T18:06:11Z")
I own a coffee shop and I’m wondering if anyone has any advice regarding scheduling your baristas. Our hours of operation are typically from 8-6 with about an hour to open and an hour to close. I’d like to have two baris… --- ## [Breville Espresso Machine](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-espresso-machine/3646)
**Author:** [@MachineDean](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/MachineDean)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2022, 2:39pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/breville-espresso-machine/3646 "2022-02-13T14:39:30Z")
When we finish extracting and remove the puck, the grounds are sopping wet. Also, the extraction time seems to be a little short and sometimes steam comes up from within the tray. Is our machine defective, or what are we… --- ## [EK43 and E65S Problems](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/ek43-and-e65s-problems/3634)
**Author:** [@nachogonzalez](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/nachogonzalez)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2022, 2:44pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/ek43-and-e65s-problems/3634 "2022-01-28T14:44:23Z")
I know it seems unlikely, but I just seem to have the worst luck when it comes to grinders. My EK43, even after aligning, produces an excessive amount of fines, making any brew I make taste just bitter no matter the gri… --- ## [EK43 Dial moving when switched on](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/ek43-dial-moving-when-switched-on/3619)
**Author:** [@marscastll](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/marscastll)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2022, 1:02pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/ek43-dial-moving-when-switched-on/3619 "2022-01-09T13:02:45Z")
Hey guys! I work with an EK43 in a cafe and I’ve been having this issue where the dial will turn (towards a coarser grind) whenever I switch it on, and more so when I am grinding doses. I have already tried tightening t… --- ## [Are there any truly great online Barista classes/courses?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/are-there-any-truly-great-online-barista-classes-courses/923)
**Author:** [@MattPerger](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/MattPerger)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2022, 6:30am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/are-there-any-truly-great-online-barista-classes-courses/923 "2022-01-06T06:30:30Z")
I guess the title says it all. I've never taken an online course, but I do recall the consumer grade "barista" class I did a good few years ago was total rubbish. Is there room for a Barista Hustle online course or a… --- ## [Fiamma espresso machine](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/fiamma-espresso-machine/3606)
**Author:** [@tristanholmess](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/tristanholmess)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2021, 6:21pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/fiamma-espresso-machine/3606 "2021-11-27T18:21:34Z")
has anyone used a fiamma machine? if so… thoughts on it? --- ## [Barista pressure](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-pressure/3589)
**Author:** [@drew.baden](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/drew.baden)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 11:56am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/barista-pressure/3589 "2021-10-13T11:56:11Z")
I have a Barista, I bought it about a year ago. I am using the double shot. I like a strong flavor, and have the grind setting on 3. I find I have to set the grind amount to just shy of the max in order to get the pre… --- ## [Green Coffee Bean](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/green-coffee-bean/3587)
**Author:** [@VFC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/VFC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 1:59pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/green-coffee-bean/3587 "2021-10-12T13:59:03Z")
We have green coffee bean direct from the farmer. Wholesale operation. Anyone interested? --- ## [MDX On-Demand Grinder](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mdx-on-demand-grinder/3578)
**Author:** [@Batterycafe](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Batterycafe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2021, 3:01pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/mdx-on-demand-grinder/3578 "2021-09-08T15:01:55Z")
Hi Everyone, We have a 5 year-old Nuovo Simonelli MDX On-Demand Grinder. Lately it has been grinding a 2nd dose immediately after the first, before we can even remove the portafilter. We’ve cleaned it in side and out, … --- ## [Water purification/filtering best practices](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/water-purification-filtering-best-practices/371)
**Author:** [@danielcroft](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/danielcroft)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2021, 9:03am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/water-purification-filtering-best-practices/371 "2021-08-21T09:03:29Z")
Hi All, I currently live in a town where the water isn't great and, have to find a better solution than the straight filter I have. I'd like to get some advice on good RO units (local roasters and cafes use RO in my ar… --- ## [Problems with Breville Barusta](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/problems-with-breville-barusta/3570)
**Author:** [@PEM](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/PEM)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 3:52pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/problems-with-breville-barusta/3570 "2021-08-07T15:52:10Z")
What does this part do ? And should it be installed all the time? --- ## [Nondairy milk storage](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/nondairy-milk-storage/3528)
**Author:** [@Aladybird129](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Aladybird129)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 5:35am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/nondairy-milk-storage/3528 "2021-08-06T05:35:53Z")
How long is it safe to keep opened nondairy milk unrefrigerated for? I know that for dairy, it should be stored at 5C, and once it reaches room temperature, needs to be discarded. The packaging says refrigerate after ope… --- ## [Water filter recomendation](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/water-filter-recomendation/3531)
**Author:** [@Tomche](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Tomche)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2021, 7:36am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/water-filter-recomendation/3531 "2021-07-23T07:36:49Z")
Hello everyone, I am looking into good water filters, not RO unfortunately cause the budget does not allow me to get them. So I was wondering what non RO filter you been using and what results are you getting, and are y… --- ## [Hario V60 clear plastic brewer cracking](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/hario-v60-clear-plastic-brewer-cracking/3565)
**Author:** [@Bear468](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/Bear468)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2021, 7:24am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/hario-v60-clear-plastic-brewer-cracking/3565 "2021-07-17T07:24:00Z")
I have had 3 clear plastic Hario O2 brewers crack and break in the last 12 months. They have all broken around the narrowest point of the brewer. They have also had cracks parallel to the spiral ribs. I have emailed Hari… --- ## [Managing employees](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/managing-employees/3524)
**Author:** [@danab](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/danab)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2021, 8:15am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/managing-employees/3524 "2021-07-16T08:15:21Z")
I run a cafe and have two questions regarding employees. First is how would you suggest furthering their coffee education? as well as any tips on how to keep them busy during slower moments in the day? thank you! --- ## [Flat White: Means Many Things to Many People](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/flat-white-means-many-things-to-many-people/3547)
**Author:** [@smokeystack](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/smokeystack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2021, 6:35am UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/flat-white-means-many-things-to-many-people/3547 "2021-07-09T06:35:17Z")
What’s your interpretation of a Flat White? What do you think the espresso/foamed milk ratio should be? I understand it to be a short/strong (extra espresso) latte with a little microfoam and lots of surface tension. … --- ## [Best pourover grinder for home use?](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/best-pourover-grinder-for-home-use/1345)
**Author:** [@the\_partisan](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/u/the_partisan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 1:39pm UTC](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/t/best-pourover-grinder-for-home-use/1345 "2021-07-07T13:39:54Z")
There is a lot of discussion around espresso grinders, but what do you think the best grinder for home for strictly pour over use is, regardless of cost? I currently use a Made by Knock Feldgrind, but curious about other… [Previous page](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/latest.md?page=1) [Next page](https://baristahustle.discourse.group/latest.md?page=3)