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Blade grinder mention at a weekend brunch triggered a full scale intervention
I was at a casual gathering and made an offhand comment about still using a simple blade grinder for my coffee. Two acquaintances, who are deep into specialty coffee, immediately launched into a simultaneous lecture on uniform extraction and grind quality. It became so awkward that the host started loudly offering everyone second helpings of quiche to cut the tension. Consider this a warning to gauge the room before revealing any perceived coffee shortcuts.
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harperthomas7mo ago
But beyond the extraction talk... did they imply your coffee was somehow inferior, or was it more about the principle? Those conversations often mask a weird elitism that can make anyone feel defensive over their morning routine. It's a shame when gear shaming overshadows just enjoying a cup with friends.
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danielt407mo ago
My old French press probably has mold growing in the spout because I never clean it right. So if Nancy's crew wants to nerd out on extraction, they'd have a field day with my sad setup. I'm the guy they warn you about in those gear talks, honestly.
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