lancehedrick I am sorry I came off as insulting! Was not my intent. I actually tried really hard to ensure I was sensitive to those who enjoy it. I am a firm believer in “enjoy what you enjoy.” But, I had loads of people telling me of their buyer’s remorse when the Niche was not all it was cracked up to be. I originally was not going to make a Niche video because, well, I did not enjoy it much outside of traditional espresso. I only made the video (and tried tiptoeing) because I thought it might help people who are easily influenced with the fandom surrounding the Niche.
Lance, apology accepted. I am sure that you were well meaning. And I know that you have alot of expertise is your field, that you wish to share. I welcome the information, as all opinions are helpful. And there are many.
Now, you will have to for a moment put up with a lecture from a senior citizen. Please take this as constructive comment from someone who has experienced interaction with many egos.
There seem to be many many “experts” in your chosen coffee profession. They seem to agree on some things but disagree on alot. A number have oversized egos. It is difficult for us consumers to sort out the wheat from the chaff. But we are (for the most part) intelligent people, including those of us that have taken on espresso as a hobby. In this light, disparaging remarks, even if veiled, even if well intended, are not well received.
All of us on this board that bought the NZ are knowledgeable, thoughtful, intelligent people who researched their NZ purchase very carefully, including consulting amongst one another as to their experiences. Towards that end, everyone on this board has been and continues to be generous and helpful. I (and others) made a thoughtful and conscious decision to buy the NZ. Accordingly we do not appreciate being considered ignorant for doing so.
You (and we) all have knowledge and experience in our chosen professions. With age comes the wisdom that while while we may be more knowledgeable than others in some areas, we are not their betters. In the end, we all look the same in our graves. It is difficult for some executives and experts to realize that their advice is better received if delivered with respect, consideration and a dose of humility.
And as my wife likes to say …. “Its just coffee”. There are many more important issues to be solved in our time.
May I suggest that you remove your well intended review from Youtube and replace it with a humbler and more respectful video.
That’s it for my senior citizens lecture. I suspect that you are an affable fellow that I will like if we ever meet in person.
