<p>What happens when an obsessive gear reviewer dives headfirst into the expansive world of espresso? It’s now been over a year since our last update on Jonathan Ellsworth’s coffee journey, so Eli and he talk about what’s new in his setup; what he’s learned (or rejected) from the depths of coffee videos and online forums; and whether this whole thing has been a brilliant pursuit of flavor, or just an expensive rabbit hole.</p><p><strong>We Want to Hear from You!</strong></p><p>Have a topic, craft category, or craft company you’d like to see us cover? <a href="mailto:info@blisterreview.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Email us here</a> to share those or any other thoughts you have about CRAFTED.</p><p><strong>RELATED LINKS:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/blister-craft-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Craft Collective</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/shop/blister-plus-spot" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a BLISTER+ Member</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/in-search-of-the-best-coffee-gear-pt-1-ep-19" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">In Search of the ‘Best’ Coffee Gear, Pt 1 (Ep.19)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/in-search-of-the-best-coffee-gear-ski-boots-pt-2-ep-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">In Search of the 'Best' Coffee Gear (&amp; Ski Boots), Pt. 2 (Ep.20)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/drinking-gold-coffee-gear-pt-3-with-on3p-skis-founder-scott-andrus-ep-25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Drinking Gold: Coffee Gear, Pt. 3, with ON3P Skis’ founder, Scott Andrus (Ep.25)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/coffee-gear-pt-4-hero-espresso-jonathans-current-setup-ep-43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Coffee Gear, Pt. 4: “Hero Espresso” &amp; Jonathan’s Current Setup (Ep.43)</a></p><p><strong>TOPICS &amp; TIMES:</strong></p><p>The Significance of Coffee Gear (1:14)</p><p>Espresso Techniques and Preferences (4:19)</p><p>Exploring Coffee Beans and Roasts (8:33)</p><p>Adjusting Techniques for Optimal Flavor (17:23)</p><p>Consistency in Coffee Preparation (21:40)</p><p>Decaf Discoveries and Coffee Preferences (30:28)</p><p>Espresso Pressure: The Great Debate (30:28)</p><p>Personal Taste vs. Internet Trends (33:00)</p><p>Reflections on Coffee Gear Purchases (38:59)</p><p>The Importance of Quality in Coffee Gear (47:02)</p><p>The Importance of Precision in Espresso Making (51:32)</p><p>The Role of Milk in Coffee Drinks (56:30)</p><p>Exploring New Coffee Techniques and Equipment (59:43)</p><p>Finding Happiness in Coffee Rituals (1:02:00)</p><p>Return on Investment in Coffee Equipment (1:04:02)</p><p>The Impact of Coffee Chains on Quality (1:08:33)</p><p><strong>SEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/category/podcasts/blister-cinematic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Cinematic</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/category/podcasts/bikes-big-ideas" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bikes &amp; Big Ideas</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/gear30-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GEAR:30</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/blister-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Podcast</a></p><p><strong>BLISTER NEWSLETTER:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/gear-reviews/subscribe-to-our-blister-newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get It &amp; Our Weekly Gear Giveaways</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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Coffee Gear, Pt. 5: One-Year Update on Jonathan’s Coffee Setup & Journey

AUG 20, 202577 MIN
CRAFTED

Coffee Gear, Pt. 5: One-Year Update on Jonathan’s Coffee Setup & Journey

AUG 20, 202577 MIN

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<p>What happens when an obsessive gear reviewer dives headfirst into the expansive world of espresso? It’s now been over a year since our last update on Jonathan Ellsworth’s coffee journey, so Eli and he talk about what’s new in his setup; what he’s learned (or rejected) from the depths of coffee videos and online forums; and whether this whole thing has been a brilliant pursuit of flavor, or just an expensive rabbit hole.</p><p><strong>We Want to Hear from You!</strong></p><p>Have a topic, craft category, or craft company you’d like to see us cover? <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Email us here</a> to share those or any other thoughts you have about CRAFTED.</p><p><strong>RELATED LINKS:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/blister-craft-collective" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Craft Collective</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/shop/blister-plus-spot" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a BLISTER+ Member</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/in-search-of-the-best-coffee-gear-pt-1-ep-19" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">In Search of the ‘Best’ Coffee Gear, Pt 1 (Ep.19)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/in-search-of-the-best-coffee-gear-ski-boots-pt-2-ep-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">In Search of the 'Best' Coffee Gear (&amp; Ski Boots), Pt. 2 (Ep.20)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/drinking-gold-coffee-gear-pt-3-with-on3p-skis-founder-scott-andrus-ep-25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Drinking Gold: Coffee Gear, Pt. 3, with ON3P Skis’ founder, Scott Andrus (Ep.25)</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/podcasts/crafted-podcast/coffee-gear-pt-4-hero-espresso-jonathans-current-setup-ep-43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Coffee Gear, Pt. 4: “Hero Espresso” &amp; Jonathan’s Current Setup (Ep.43)</a></p><p><strong>TOPICS &amp; TIMES:</strong></p><p>The Significance of Coffee Gear (1:14)</p><p>Espresso Techniques and Preferences (4:19)</p><p>Exploring Coffee Beans and Roasts (8:33)</p><p>Adjusting Techniques for Optimal Flavor (17:23)</p><p>Consistency in Coffee Preparation (21:40)</p><p>Decaf Discoveries and Coffee Preferences (30:28)</p><p>Espresso Pressure: The Great Debate (30:28)</p><p>Personal Taste vs. Internet Trends (33:00)</p><p>Reflections on Coffee Gear Purchases (38:59)</p><p>The Importance of Quality in Coffee Gear (47:02)</p><p>The Importance of Precision in Espresso Making (51:32)</p><p>The Role of Milk in Coffee Drinks (56:30)</p><p>Exploring New Coffee Techniques and Equipment (59:43)</p><p>Finding Happiness in Coffee Rituals (1:02:00)</p><p>Return on Investment in Coffee Equipment (1:04:02)</p><p>The Impact of Coffee Chains on Quality (1:08:33)</p><p><strong>SEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/category/podcasts/blister-cinematic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Cinematic</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/category/podcasts/bikes-big-ideas" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bikes &amp; Big Ideas</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/gear30-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GEAR:30</a></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/blister-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blister Podcast</a></p><p><strong>BLISTER NEWSLETTER:</strong></p><p><a href="https://blisterreview.com/gear-reviews/subscribe-to-our-blister-newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get It &amp; Our Weekly Gear Giveaways</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>