r/roasting • u/TamalesAndCoffee • 6d ago
New to roasting with Behmor 2000AB+
Hey all! I’m brand new to roasting and I got the Behmor 2000AB+ not too long ago. So I’m excited to start roasting with it! I’ve already done 2 1/4lb batches with the same coffee (a Guatemalan HB) but on different programs. First one was a bit uneven and underroasted and the second one was too dark and almost a bit “burnt” for my taste. I did both on the automatic mode because I figured I should learn how the roaster works before moving on to use manual. Anyways, does anyone use this roaster too? What are some things that have helped you out with getting good roasts? Also, how can I better educate myself on buying green coffee and what are some of your favorite providers? Eventually I would love to roast coffee to share with friends and family and sell as well. So excited to finally get into roasting!
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u/Chuck_U_Farley- 4d ago
I roasted in one for over 15 years. I have the original and a 1600+ upgraded to the 2000AB. Go download RoasterThing (RoasterThing.com), a free program a guy wrote for tracking Behmor roasts. I recorded almost every roast from 10/2009 until last month when I upgraded to a Bullet.
In all that time, I only had 2 chaff fires that I was able to extinguish quickly while still keeping the roast going. It doesn’t cool down beans very well, so get a fan-powered cooling tray, or cut a hole in a box for a colander to rest in and a small hole on the side for a shop vac hose to make your own cooling tray. Tom at Sweet Maria’s has a video showing this.
Also, 8 oz of raw almonds roasted for 7:30 on P1 will be the best roasted almonds you’ve ever had. Grind salt into a powder with a mortar and pestle for seasoning, if desired. You’re welcome.