I once read a study about how people preferred the flavor of coffee in a white cup more than in a black cup. I don't know if that's really true, but I do know the mind has a way of playing tricks on your senses.
La Fermiere yogurt containers make good espresso cups.. The company even encourages their use in cooking and drinkware. Microwavable clay, oven safe to 400°.
i first bought montys and then switched to acme cups, the montys for everyday are too expensive and i dont want to put them in the dishwasher... idk why but it feels not safe :D they to "fingerprinty" and i dont like the mouthfeel of the cups, cant tell why but even latte art is way harder in montys than in acme cups (havent tryed the NN yet, but those areoptical not pleasing to me :( )
Acme seems to be a pretty good choice. I’ve never poured into them, but I’ve had drinks in them and they seem pretty similar to the notNeutral in terms of the dynamics and shape. They do come in more colors too.
@@Sprometheus My favorite mug is a big toilet bowl mug that I got as a gift from a friend. I only pull it out as a gag to serve someone a very disturbing looking beverage in, but it makes me smile every time I see it. If you have a chance to pick one up, the novelty is entirely worth it, and the laughs don't end.
I came from similar-sized acme cups (around 190ml/6.5oz) before switching to the fellows for my home use. The acme has a wider opening (top?) so it's easier to practice latte art on, especially for beginners but it's shallower and chances are, you'll get less definition in your final latte art especially if your initial pour height is off. These fellow cups are much more forgiving in that respect. You do have to adjust to a much smaller opening but it's not something you won't get used to eventually. Latte art aside, these fellows keep your coffee hotter longer compared to the acmes because it doesn't lose as much heat to the outer surface. On the minus side, the fellows don't have matching saucers to protect against spills so you'll probably need to get some coasters or those mini trays to go along with them if you're serving coffee to guests or friends (or at a cafe).
quick question: Is pouring Latte-Art from an Erlenmeyer-Flask still art or science? Just using this piece of glassware (wideneck) since I haven't bought any specific Latte Art pouring vessel yet. Pouring feels pretty sweet, the flow control could not be better.
this monty is my only cup, at about 3:50 of the video you mentioned because this cup is deeper, its easier to lose contrast on the "outer ring". I am pretty new to latte art and currently experiencing this problem, how do I fix this? do I pour slower or faster? Many thanks
The Real Sprometheus I am new to the espresso game. Still trying to get a consistent milk texture for the latte art. I guess I can blame this cup 😁 Joking asides. Love your content. Learning a lot. I appreciate it.
Dude can’t decide on Linda mini or profited pro 700. Do 4 milk based drinks a day. Enjoy pouring art. Currently have my starter machine breville barista express. Any unbiased thoughts?
Mwilson4040 for sure! How much control do you really want. Think realistically. Do you want and need to have pre-infusion and lots of adjustment. Or do you want a machine that will just be consistently good doesn’t allow you those controls. Picture yourself day to day. Do you see yourself toying with those things or just make shots and drinks to enjoy without doing lots and lots of fiddling?
@@_Brewn same and the USD to COP will destroy your wallet :( i have only seen one ketel in Colombia and i fell in love with it but i could never afford
@@Sprometheus I'd be interested to see what alternative milks you feel pair well and complement your blend of coffee you're doing... I cant have normal normal milk and it's always... entertaining shall we say, to see what cafes put in. I think it ruins the flavour sometimes you've gotta pick the right one
Just brewed some of Pilot's la esmeralda Geisha and noticed this in my feed. Perfect timing :) FYI most disappointing coffee i've had the displeasure of paying for.
@@Sprometheus oh I ALWAYS watch your vids. love your videography and the commentary on random aspects of coffee culture. What's your take on entry level espresso gear like the gaggia classic, rancilio silvia, etc. is it worth starting on machines like this or is that just a waste of money better spent at a cafe while saving up for something a bit more "prosumer"
Mihir G thank you I appreciate that! I think we all have to start somewhere and they are great for learning the basics and seeing if you really want to take espresso as a hobby. But they won’t last you too long, and you may likely outgrow what they can do relatively quickly. All depends on your budget and how much you’re ready to put down on something prosumer. As you know they are definitely and investment.
I know how much I love looking at the bottom of people's cups
I once read a study about how people preferred the flavor of coffee in a white cup more than in a black cup. I don't know if that's really true, but I do know the mind has a way of playing tricks on your senses.
That’s for sure. Also colors like yellow are perceived as sweeter. But I just like the black cups haha.
2:04 James Hoffman cameo in the background. Love the book
Gotta represent the man with the plan!
La Fermiere yogurt containers make good espresso cups.. The company even encourages their use in cooking and drinkware. Microwavable clay, oven safe to 400°.
Every video you pour makes me want that pitcher. 😶😶😶
Great video Asa! Cant wait for the new coffee once you get roasting!
Cheers man!
Dorian
Thanks Dorian! It’s a great pitcher. It’s all I use. I can’t wait to share that some new coffees with you!
Thoughts on the acme cups that every coffee shop seems to have? I've been meaning to pick up some new cups/ wider demitasse.
i first bought montys and then switched to acme cups, the montys for everyday are too expensive and i dont want to put them in the dishwasher... idk why but it feels not safe :D they to "fingerprinty" and i dont like the mouthfeel of the cups, cant tell why but even latte art is way harder in montys than in acme cups (havent tryed the NN yet, but those areoptical not pleasing to me :( )
Most shops use ACME or notNeutral cups from my experience. People like popularity. The lino from NN is really nice though.
Acme seems to be a pretty good choice. I’ve never poured into them, but I’ve had drinks in them and they seem pretty similar to the notNeutral in terms of the dynamics and shape. They do come in more colors too.
@@Sprometheus My favorite mug is a big toilet bowl mug that I got as a gift from a friend. I only pull it out as a gag to serve someone a very disturbing looking beverage in, but it makes me smile every time I see it. If you have a chance to pick one up, the novelty is entirely worth it, and the laughs don't end.
I came from similar-sized acme cups (around 190ml/6.5oz) before switching to the fellows for my home use. The acme has a wider opening (top?) so it's easier to practice latte art on, especially for beginners but it's shallower and chances are, you'll get less definition in your final latte art especially if your initial pour height is off. These fellow cups are much more forgiving in that respect. You do have to adjust to a much smaller opening but it's not something you won't get used to eventually.
Latte art aside, these fellows keep your coffee hotter longer compared to the acmes because it doesn't lose as much heat to the outer surface. On the minus side, the fellows don't have matching saucers to protect against spills so you'll probably need to get some coasters or those mini trays to go along with them if you're serving coffee to guests or friends (or at a cafe).
quick question:
Is pouring Latte-Art from an Erlenmeyer-Flask still art or science?
Just using this piece of glassware (wideneck) since I haven't bought any specific Latte Art pouring vessel yet.
Pouring feels pretty sweet, the flow control could not be better.
Sluive I’d argue that latte art is both an art and a science. If you’re getting good results why change it?
love your vids man! gotta ask, how much milk do you steam for 1 cappuccino..? say you need 3oz of milk.. will you steam 3oz of milk or like.. 6oz?
Just bought the 11oz of this cup. Its looks dont disappoint
Do they heat up or they feel cool when you are holding them?
They feel cool, which is nice. I’ve had some handleless cups in the past tbT get as hot as the liquid inside them.
Where’s the milk pitcher from?
Let's say I wanted to get into making cappuccino at home. How much money would it cost?
Have you used or seen videos of the Fellow Joey Junior double wall ceramic 2 ounce for espresso?
Ohhhh those cups look fuego 🔥
Oh they are Mr. Fox!
Can I please know brand type of dosing steel cup ?
this monty is my only cup, at about 3:50 of the video you mentioned because this cup is deeper, its easier to lose contrast on the "outer ring". I am pretty new to latte art and currently experiencing this problem, how do I fix this? do I pour slower or faster? Many thanks
how much espresso are you using for this mug as the base? 38g?
Was it ever mentioned who makes that frothing pitcher?
Michael Mcnett That pitcher is the 15oz handleless with a round spout from Slowpoursupply.co
what size is your notneutral cup in oz?
The one I showed is their double cappuccino which is 6oz
Love your Lino
cups! What 3 sizes are they? Espresso obviously and what are the other two?
I use the 5oz and 6oz, single and double cappuccino respectively.
off topic but where would I find the dosing cup you use?
Josh it’s an acaia dosing cup that can be found on their website
Thanks for the assist Andy!
@@Leapoffaith4 Thanks, I needa one of those!
What size cup do you use for latte?
What do you think about those wide mouthed coffee mugs?
Which ones are you talking about?
what cup do you grind the coffee into before you put it in the portafilter
It’s the acaia small dosing cup
So excited! I just ordered mine.
Nice video. Would you have a link for the cups that are on your machine ?
Thanks! The cups on my machine are from notNeutral. www.notneutral.com
I love this cup
Billy So they look amazing, but definitely have a learning curve for pouring from a traditional style cup to these ones.
The Real Sprometheus I am new to the espresso game. Still trying to get a consistent milk texture for the latte art. I guess I can blame this cup 😁
Joking asides. Love your content. Learning a lot. I appreciate it.
Thanks Billy! I appreciate that. Happy to help!
Dude can’t decide on Linda mini or profited pro 700. Do 4 milk based drinks a day. Enjoy pouring art. Currently have my starter machine breville barista express. Any unbiased thoughts?
Mwilson4040 for sure! How much control do you really want. Think realistically. Do you want and need to have pre-infusion and lots of adjustment. Or do you want a machine that will just be consistently good doesn’t allow you those controls. Picture yourself day to day. Do you see yourself toying with those things or just make shots and drinks to enjoy without doing lots and lots of fiddling?
The Real Sprometheus drinks with minimal fiddling. Lines it is ! thanks for the great videos.
ordering the cups, but can you tell me about your frothing pitcher??
It's a handleless pitcher from Slow Pour Supply, if I'm not mistaken. Go watch his "Pitcher Perfect" video, you'll get more info about it.
@@Vortalos thanks!!
@therealsprometheus nice vids! What’s the milk pitcher here ... wpm?!
Rory Nellis Thanks! That’s the one. This is their handleless 15oz round spout. It’s my go-to.
really cool video as usal
Are you going to try more Fellow products?
Thanks! And yeah I hope to do more Fellow stuff since they are the talk of the coffee scene at the moment.
@@Sprometheus in Colombia the aren´t since no one can aforthem, :(. Well something to look forward
@@panp1222 and Here in Germany they arent available and you have to pay a shitload of Money for shipping from Others countries 🤮
@@_Brewn same and the USD to COP will destroy your wallet :( i have only seen one ketel in Colombia and i fell in love with it but i could never afford
Nice review, thanks for sharing.
-Joe.
Thanks Joe! I appreciate that.
Could you maybe dive into Christopher Hendon's method?
Working on that this weekend. Hoping I can drop it next week if I’m able to finish it.
@@Sprometheus Great! Looking foward to it
No whiskey...
But mannnnn I want a Capp now
Both good choices! I hope you ended up with one or both!
@@Sprometheus I'd be interested to see what alternative milks you feel pair well and complement your blend of coffee you're doing... I cant have normal normal milk and it's always... entertaining shall we say, to see what cafes put in. I think it ruins the flavour sometimes you've gotta pick the right one
Just brewed some of Pilot's la esmeralda Geisha and noticed this in my feed. Perfect timing :)
FYI most disappointing coffee i've had the displeasure of paying for.
Thanks for watching! Bummed that the coffee was disappointing!
@@Sprometheus oh I ALWAYS watch your vids. love your videography and the commentary on random aspects of coffee culture.
What's your take on entry level espresso gear like the gaggia classic, rancilio silvia, etc. is it worth starting on machines like this or is that just a waste of money better spent at a cafe while saving up for something a bit more "prosumer"
Mihir G thank you I appreciate that!
I think we all have to start somewhere and they are great for learning the basics and seeing if you really want to take espresso as a hobby. But they won’t last you too long, and you may likely outgrow what they can do relatively quickly. All depends on your budget and how much you’re ready to put down on something prosumer. As you know they are definitely and investment.
Do you have Merch?
Neil Rischl right now I have just shirts they are shown below my videos from Teespring. Working on stickers and other options coming soon.
@@Sprometheus That's awesome bro. I hope you will have awesome cups/mugs in the future.
Definitely will be coming up with some stuff in the near future!
This cup is ridiculous!
4:27 Isn't one of the great things about a cappuccino that they aren't that hot?