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Good luck, it's a lot of fun and totally worth it.
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Awesome, thanks for the info man! Time for me to jump in and give it a try.Originally posted by Whorl View PostMy process is starting from cold. Add beans, temp to 235C, start. When I hit rolling first crack (lots of popping), I'll slowly drop temp to 225C over the next minute for roast development, then stop a minute or so after first crack finishes. That bit depends on how far you want to take it. I stop earlier for filter roasts. And my go to is letting either one cool in the Gene, it does a serviceable job for a novice.
Hope that's helpful! I'm a novice still, but I will say that I've roasted some great coffee and one that contributed to one of my best cups at home ever.
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Hey Gav
So far I'm following a fairly basic approach that seems to have worked out well so far. There's a lot of variation in how people use the Gene, so see what works for you.
My process is starting from cold. Add beans, temp to 235C, start. When I hit rolling first crack (lots of popping), I'll slowly drop temp to 225C over the next minute for roast development, then stop a minute or so after first crack finishes. That bit depends on how far you want to take it. I stop earlier for filter roasts. And my go to is letting either one cool in the Gene, it does a serviceable job for a novice.
Hope that's helpful! I'm a novice still, but I will say that I've roasted some great coffee and one that contributed to one of my best cups at home ever.
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Hey Whorl, out of interest, what basic profile are you following for your initial roasts? I am staring down the barrel of my first roast as well and would like a good starting point! Got the India Elephant Hills ready and waiting!
cheers,
Gav.
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'tis hard to tell on a website but I expect this will be even better than your last roast, it looks about where I like the Elephant roasted to but as a home roaster, the correct answer is whatever you like best!
Goldilocks roasting works a treat, one too light, one in the middle and one too dark... you'll soon identify what works best for your taste-buds.
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That's a great start Whorl, you will learn a lot along the way and if you keep some notes on the times, temperatures and taste you'll get yourself a base-line in no time.
The Indian Elephant Hills is a great bean to learn a new roaster with, it works well through a range of roast depths which makes it easier to see what effect different roasts have on the results.
Enjoy the ride.
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Looks great Let us know what it tastes like in 5 - 7 days after roasting. As a newby I found dramatic improvement after a rest period.
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Certainly exciting times, and nothing like a new hobby for a reality check!
I'll kick off some more roasts this weekend, some more for filter and something a bit darker to try with espresso beverages.
Next major decision is on which beans to add to my collection, as this one certainly exceeded my expectations!
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Good for you Whorl.
You will have a ton of fun and good coffee from now on.
I've used my Gene Cafe for 12 years now with (mostly) great results
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First roast in the Gene Cafe
Thanks to Andy, my Gene Cafe arrived late last week, complete with India Elephant Hills AA green beans.
I unpacked everything and got my first roast done on Saturday. Cracked the bag this morning and was greeted with something that most definitely resembled a light roast and smelt wonderful.
I've since brewed up a cup or two in the aeropress and am pleasantly surprised by my efforts!
Many lessons learnt for a first attempt, and a long way to go. But very very happy. Thanks Andy !

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