#Note/Hub #Coffee/Espresso ## 9Barista setup | Item | Setting | | --------------------- | ------------- | | Machine | 9Barista Mk.2 | | Grinder | TIMEMORE 064S | | Heating plate | 9Barista heat transfer plate | | Basket and basket cap | In use | | Paper filter | Sometimes | ### Beans | Bean | Overall enjoyment | Review | Detailed note | | ----------------------- | ----------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------- | | Ladder Coffee: Herbie's | 3/5 | Light milk chocolate and fruit; weak aroma, drying aftertaste, short finish. Still exploring. | [Details](9Barista%20vs%20Ladder%20Coffee%20Herbie%27s.md) | | DOMA: VIRGIL'S | 4/5 | November 5 candidate best: more balanced, woody/herbal first, then chocolate and caramel; fleeting finish. Woody flavor remains unwelcome. | [Details](9Barista%20vs%20Doma%20VIRGIL%27S.md) | | Devoción: TORO | 4/5 | Fruit first, then cocoa and a lingering nutty finish; well balanced with enjoyable acidity. Flavor boundaries could be clearer. | [Details](9Barista%20vs%20Devocion%20TORO.md) |