On 12 Nov 2011 14:17:09 GMT, notbob > wrote:

>On 2011-11-12, > wrote:
>
>> Great for you -- sucks for most of us. Do you use a Behmor or similar, or
>> something jerry-rigged on an outdoor grill?
>>
>> Either way, roasting beans, for most of us, is way too time-consuming.
>> Especially if it's restricted to a half-pound at a time -- not worth the bother.
>> Given the poor engineering and build quality of most home roasting devices, it
>> may involve some hazards. And the smell and dealing with chaff can be a pain in
>> the butt.
>
>As opposed to standing over a Weber for 10 hrs nursing a brisket?
>
>Seems to me, taking some time to perfect the one food/drink you can't
>do without, every single day, is not too much of an investment. Even
>I, who have a cafe in town that roasts its own coffee, am considering
>getting back into roasting. My cafe does a good job, but his
>selection of African coffees is sadly lacking. No Kenya or Harrar.
>grrrr...
>
>If you can't afford a Behmor, go cheap:
>
>http://www.angelfire.com/pro2/panroa...tcoffee2.html/
>
>nb

Hola!

I've roasted beans in my Wearever Popcorn Pumper... no effort at all
and does a good job if all one wants is a small amount at a time.
However, roasting ones own is pretty meaningless unless one grows
their own, or at least picks their own... otherwise any beans one buys
are mystery beans... may as well buy a can of pre-ground from Walmart.
Enjoy:
http://www.juanvaldez.com/#/inicio/

Senor Martinez