Oct. 18th, 2008

ksmith: (caffeine)
In relation to this post of a few days ago.

Bought a bag of Eight O'Clock Italian Roast the other day. It's not available everywhere, but it's very easy to spot since it is packaged in a hideous purple bag. Grape jelly purple, as in 'I didn't know Welch's made coffee."

I bought a bag, figured if it was way too strong, I could mix it with the Colombian and use it up that way. Turns out that by itself, it isn't bad. Reminds me of Starbuck's Breakfast Blend, which I like. Maybe a little stronger. If I can find it, I will get it again.

And hey, Eight O'Clock has a website. Looks like the Dark Roast, which came in a dark cream-colored bag, is no longer made. The Dark Italian Roast is described as 'a dark Seattle roast,' which tells me that if you're looking for something that tastes Starbucky/Caribou, this brew is for you. I have also tried the French Roast, which seems to be weaker on the scale, and is described as European cafe coffee. I should give it another chance.

They also make this stuff called Bokar, which is packaged in a black bag and can be used to make espresso. I have not seen that one anywhere, and would probably not try it. Might be stronger than I prefer. I like the occasional cup of espresso, but I don't have a way to make it properly.
ksmith: (caffeine)
In relation to this post of a few days ago.

Bought a bag of Eight O'Clock Italian Roast the other day. It's not available everywhere, but it's very easy to spot since it is packaged in a hideous purple bag. Grape jelly purple, as in 'I didn't know Welch's made coffee."

I bought a bag, figured if it was way too strong, I could mix it with the Colombian and use it up that way. Turns out that by itself, it isn't bad. Reminds me of Starbuck's Breakfast Blend, which I like. Maybe a little stronger. If I can find it, I will get it again.

And hey, Eight O'Clock has a website. Looks like the Dark Roast, which came in a dark cream-colored bag, is no longer made. The Dark Italian Roast is described as 'a dark Seattle roast,' which tells me that if you're looking for something that tastes Starbucky/Caribou, this brew is for you. I have also tried the French Roast, which seems to be weaker on the scale, and is described as European cafe coffee. I should give it another chance.

They also make this stuff called Bokar, which is packaged in a black bag and can be used to make espresso. I have not seen that one anywhere, and would probably not try it. Might be stronger than I prefer. I like the occasional cup of espresso, but I don't have a way to make it properly.
ksmith: (bride)
Neat article describing "buckypaper," which is composed of buckyballs and may be used to construct airplanes and cars in The Future(tm).

Buckypaper is 10 times lighter but potentially 500 times stronger than steel when sheets of it are stacked and pressed together to form a composite. Unlike conventional composite materials, though, it conducts electricity like copper or silicon and disperses heat like steel or brass.


Now I really need to get to work...
ksmith: (bride)
Neat article describing "buckypaper," which is composed of buckyballs and may be used to construct airplanes and cars in The Future(tm).

Buckypaper is 10 times lighter but potentially 500 times stronger than steel when sheets of it are stacked and pressed together to form a composite. Unlike conventional composite materials, though, it conducts electricity like copper or silicon and disperses heat like steel or brass.


Now I really need to get to work...
ksmith: (ruutu)
Dear Chicago Blackhawks,

I know you're all gaflusterpated, dealing with the new coach surprise and all. Lots on your minds. Even so, I just thought I'd remind you that hockey rinks do have two sides. You guys should try skating on the other side more often. You know which one it is. It's the one with the other team's guy standing in the net. And the really smooth ice. And the crickets.

::Hatebloodyshootouts::
ksmith: (ruutu)
Dear Chicago Blackhawks,

I know you're all gaflusterpated, dealing with the new coach surprise and all. Lots on your minds. Even so, I just thought I'd remind you that hockey rinks do have two sides. You guys should try skating on the other side more often. You know which one it is. It's the one with the other team's guy standing in the net. And the really smooth ice. And the crickets.

::Hatebloodyshootouts::

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