Just catching up on this thread cos I'm considering getting a grinder. Some good and useful advice on that score - thanks.
However, I'm somewhat surprised at the number of comments advocating the use of paper filters from people who I thought considered themselves serious coffee enthusiasts.
Don't get me wrong, I mostly drink filter coffee and I would definitely agree that you're better off sticking to filter rather than waste money on a crappy espresso machine. But I thought paper filters were a real no-no.
I use a Swissgold permanent filter myself, and although I don't consider myself an aficionado, I reckon I can tell the difference between coffee made with that and coffee made with a paper filter.
Am I only fooling myself?
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