lets talk COFFEE!

**Skidsteer** · 04-24-2006, 18:47

Originally Posted by verasch

just out of curiosity, is it bad to throw the grounds out on the ground? i didn't think of this. is it okay to burn them in the fire? with all the coffee i drink, maybe i should just switch to instant if it means packing out with old coffee grinds.

Carry the grinds with you when you "seek the bushes". Dispose of the grinds in the cat hole, cover, and let it rot.

**tech30528** · 04-29-2006, 10:27

This one's easy. Carnation Instant Breakfast with Folger's crystals. I mix it in a Zip-loc ahead of time. Gets you all your vitamins first thing, tastes great, and gets the caffienne rollin'.

**PoppaZ** · 05-01-2006, 15:06

Not sure if this has been brought up by anyone but...

When I saw this the first thought that popped up into my head was "Backpacking!" It might be too heavy for any ultralighters but its all plastic construction and supposedly yields quite an impressive brew.

http://www.aerobie.com/Products/aeropress.htm
Anyone try it out yet? I've ordered it and will see how it works out.

**simplehiker** · 05-23-2006, 11:26

Originally Posted by Ravendog

I'm thinking about splurging. I can't do without coffee!

http://www.backcountrygear.com/catal...ail.cfm/SN2410

I love snowpeak but these are poorly made. The filter circle does not make a full seal with the chamber and you end up with coffee grounds everwhere. HIGHLY dissapointing to say the least. I tested several of these all with the same flaw.

sorry for the bad news.

simplehiker

**Lanthar Mandragoran** · 05-23-2006, 16:21

Originally Posted by tech30528

This one's easy. Carnation Instant Breakfast with Folger's crystals. I mix it in a Zip-loc ahead of time. Gets you all your vitamins first thing, tastes great, and gets the caffienne rollin'.

wow... interesting idea... may need to look into that... (even for breakfast at home)

**Jaybird** · 05-24-2006, 05:18

Man...just leave all the "french coffee presses", espresso boilers, campfire pots, etc @ home....Use the good ol' trail standard: FOLGERS INSTANT...& remember to DOUBLE the amount you "think" you might need!

**NICKTHEGREEK** · 05-24-2006, 19:17

Originally Posted by zammy

Here, middle east that is, Israel for me, we use what we call "Turkish coffee". it's a strong roast of coffee beans, ground of course.
We boil it gently (2 teaspoons) together with about 150 ml of water and then add sugar for taste. Look for that coffee at Greek , Israeli or any other middle eastern food deli's. Just don't over boiled it (burn) for too long, the moment it start boiling lift it above the flame and simmer it for 10-20 seconds more.
This is as closed as it can get to an esspresso..
I know I'll bring about 2 lbs with me for maildrops.

Naturally I agree, it's good stuff, but the brew just doesn't seem to translate well without a "briki" the bronze, long handled pot that's used traditionally by Greeks (maybe everyone). The dimensions of the briki seem essential to the foam created just as the nectar of the Gods comes to a boil. What do you use when hiking? My attempts with small ti pots and sierra/cascade cups were less than acceptable.

**WadeH** · 06-16-2006, 09:59

For real coffee drinkers all you have to do is just put some of your favorite brand of coffee in the pot with the amount of water you want and bring it to a boil. About 2 teaspoons for each cup of water. Take of heat and pour just a little of cold water into it. About 1/10 amount of the water that you boiled. The cold water will cause all the grounds to settle to the bottom of the pot. Just pour carefully and you will not get any grounds in your cup or keep a small napkin handy and pour it through it. Works great and I can not tell the difference between it and the coffee I make at home.

**Jaybird** · 06-17-2006, 08:23

Originally Posted by WadeH

For real coffee drinkers all you have to do is just put some of your favorite brand of coffee in the pot with the amount of water you want and bring it to a boil. About 2 teaspoons for each cup of water. Take of heat and pour just a little of cold water into it. About 1/10 amount of the water that you boiled. The cold water will cause all the grounds to settle to the bottom of the pot. Just pour carefully and you will not get any grounds in your cup or keep a small napkin handy and pour it through it. Works great and I can not tell the difference between it and the coffee I make at home.

...& (if you're not very careful) you can use your "do-rag" as a filter!

**Lanthar Mandragoran** · 06-22-2006, 13:47

Originally Posted by Jaybird

...& (if you're not very careful) you can use your "do-rag" as a filter!

And, under no circumstances, should you ever consider your "spare pair" an acceptable filter...

**mtsanders21** · 10-05-2006, 12:16

Originally Posted by Lumberjack

I carry a 4 cup percolator :} some things shouldnt be skimped on...

rei...

Is space in the pack a problem? I am worried about buying a grinder and Perc and then it being to bulky and heavy. I would just pre grind my coffee, but it only has a week window before it goes stale. Is it truly worth, because I don't think I can survive without a good cup in the morning?

**twosticks** · 10-05-2006, 13:12

Go with some good starbucks ground coffee, the darker the better and use the jetboil press system. gets it hot and strong quick. another plus for the jetboil.

**mrc237** · 10-05-2006, 19:37

I was able to use the insides of an old perculator for my JetBoil worked great but took awhile to control overboil. I also use the over the cup drip using ''Fourbucks" "Freedom'' dark roast, makes a great cuppa kawfee.

**Jaybird** · 10-06-2006, 05:16

my ONE luxury ITEM...i HAVE to take on the trail is COFFEE....gots to have the CAFFEINE!

i've gone thru some spiffy trail contraptions over the years...single bag coffees, coffee press, camp espresso machine, even a camp coffee-maker & an aluminum camp percolator....(all too messy, too much to carry...& most importantly too much weight!)

i NOW just find my favorite dark roast & take a DOUBLE HELPING (freeze-dried) for each day & enjoy a strong, black cup o' java each morning before i hit the trail!.....................................ahhhhhh hhhhhhhh Blue Ridge Morning!

**MOWGLI** · 10-06-2006, 07:48

OK, let's talk coffee!

American Hiking Society recently entered into an agreement with Higher Ground Roasters to develop a 100% organic, shade grown Fair Trade blend of coffee that supports our Southern Appalachians Initiative. The coffee is a MEDIUM roast, and 10% of all proceeds benefits American Hiking Society.

Higher Ground also sells a DARK roast that benefits the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Same deal! 10% of all proceeds benefits ATC.

So, I guess what I'm saying is, that you can support your trails AND have a great cup of coffee every morning. I'm drinking the SEFTC blend right now, and it's mighty fine!

**twosticks** · 10-06-2006, 09:50

Originally Posted by MOWGLI16

OK, let's talk coffee!

American Hiking Society recently entered into an agreement with Higher Ground Roasters to develop a 100% organic, shade grown Fair Trade blend of coffee that supports our Southern Appalachians Initiative. The coffee is a MEDIUM roast, and 10% of all proceeds benefits American Hiking Society.

Higher Ground also sells a DARK roast that benefits the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Same deal! 10% of all proceeds benefits ATC.

So, I guess what I'm saying is, that you can support your trails AND have a great cup of coffee every morning. I'm drinking the SEFTC blend right now, and it's mighty fine!

Ok, so dump the starbucks and use the higher ground coffee in the jetboil system. Be kind to the trail and be kind to yourself.

**whizbang** · 10-06-2006, 13:56

I use the "Big Sky Bistro" French press with the handle sawed off; it weighs 6.7 oz and is multi-use. A pal of mine uses filters with a sawed down plastic mug-top filter, and dries out the filters and uses them for TP.
After you disperse the grounds widely, gently pull the filter apart at the seam. Scrape it clean with your knife and sun dry, or hang it off your pack to dry. Dispersal of coffee grounds is officially a LNT practice, according to my friend who is a NOLS instructor. Just be sure to be a good distance (200+ feet)from water and trails and campsites.
We stop for coffee in the midafternoon most days and sit for a bit, then hike a few hours more till dinner (then go a litte more after dinner) . Coffee twice a day gives you plenty of TP, and you can use them for fire starters, pot holders, etc. Multi-purpose at it's best.

**Jaybird** · 10-07-2006, 08:56

Originally Posted by MOWGLI16

OK, let's talk coffee!
American Hiking Society recently entered into an agreement with Higher Ground Roasters to develop a 100% organic, shade grown Fair Trade blend of coffee that supports our Southern Appalachians Initiative. The coffee is a MEDIUM roast, and 10% of all proceeds benefits American Hiking Society.
Higher Ground also sells a DARK roast that benefits the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. Same deal! 10% of all proceeds benefits ATC.
So, I guess what I'm saying is, that you can support your trails AND have a great cup of coffee every morning. I'm drinking the SEFTC blend right now, and it's mighty fine!

i bought a bag of the DARK ROAST when it first was introduced...helping out the cause.......

i hope they've improved it!

imho....terrible blend....taste like trail scat.

**mrc237** · 10-07-2006, 09:05

Just bought 2 lbs of ''Fourbucks" at Costco but bookmarked HG for the next time. Good info Mo.

**MOWGLI** · 10-07-2006, 09:53

Originally Posted by Jaybird

i bought a bag of the DARK ROAST when it first was introduced...helping out the cause.......

i hope they've improved it!

Try the medium roast. I'll buy it back from you if you don't like it!

I'll also be handing out some samples at the ALDHA Gathering (quantities are limited!). Come visit the American Hiking Society booth on Saturday and see Seth or me.

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