{"title":"Drum Roasters","description":"\u003cp\u003eCompared to air roasters, \u003cstrong\u003edrum roasters\u003c\/strong\u003e roast much slower, similar to how commercial machines and manual, DIY methods work. You'll find that roast times will be between 14 to 20 minutes, and within this range there's plenty of opportunities to control the profile of your batch. Drum roasters afford the roaster more control because of additional features, and a larger batch size due to power and scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of roaster allows the roaster to develop the body of a coffee while maintaining certain nuanced flavors, like aromatic florals and fruity brightness. Learn more about drum roasting in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.com\/category\/roast\/drum-roasting\"\u003eCoffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gene-cafe-test","title":"Gene Cafe CBR-101 Roaster","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=WPC3QVQ]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll;border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0 0 10px;padding:10px}#html-body [data-pb-style=LIL8TF4]{border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0;padding:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"WPC3QVQ\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\" data-pb-style=\"LIL8TF4\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gene Cafe has a half pound batch capacity and uses a unique off-axis rotation with a hot air heat source. The roast is easy to observe due to the glass roast chamber, and the controls make it easy to modify the time or temperature throughout the roast. It features an oversized chaff collector that can deal with the most chaff-heavy coffees and it can be connected to dryer duct tubing to vent the smoke out a window. The roaster is extremely quiet compared to air machines, and even compared to other drum roasters - that said, the chaff collector can make the cracks difficult to hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a reason we've carried this machine since 2006. It roasts coffee quite well and at a variety of roast levels, and the manual is very thorough. The machine has CE approval - which is like UL for Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery roaster we sell ships with a tip sheet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease NEVER leave your roaster unattended while roasting. The Gene Cafe has an unattended safety switch that can cause your roaster to automatically enter the cooling cycle. You can find more information \u003ca tabindex=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/genecafeusa.com\/blogs\/news\/new-cbr-101-unattended-safety-feature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot offer a \"satisfaction guarantee\" on merchandise - you can review our returns policy \u003ca tabindex=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/returns-policies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. If you are unsure about an item, feel free to email us at \u003ca tabindex=\"-1\" href=\"mailto:info@sweetmarias.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003einfo@sweetmarias.com\u003c\/a\u003e with questions before you purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ No Coffee","offer_id":46204784279702,"sku":"RSTR-GENE-0130","price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red \/ 8lb Regular","offer_id":46426649067670,"sku":null,"price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ No Coffee","offer_id":46204784378006,"sku":"RSTR-GENE-0129","price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 8lb Regular","offer_id":46426649100438,"sku":null,"price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/genecafe_556f2772dbade_746xauto-jpg-keep-ratio-1.jpg?v=1769161607"},{"product_id":"aillio-bullet-r2-pro-roaster","title":"Aillio Bullet R2 Pro Roaster","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=FT3KDD0]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, experienced coffee roasters have been using the Aillio Bullet R1 for both advanced home roasting and to operate small roasting businesses. Amongst compact, electric roasters the Bullet R1 had the largest batch capacity at 1 kg (2.2 lb) and tremendous hourly output capacity thanks to its back-to-back roasting capability and quick roast time. Coupled with the ability to connect the roaster to a computer and utilize Aillio's \u003ca title=\"Roastime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software to monitor roast progression and control the roaster as well as to log, save, and replay roasts; the Bullet R1 broke a lot of ground when it was released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aillio Bullet R2 Pro takes all these proven qualities and \u003cem\u003eliterally\u003c\/em\u003e amps them up. Owing to it's utilization of \u003ca title=\"Aillio Bullet R2 Pro Power Explained\" href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.com\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-220v-power-plugs-explained\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e220v\/2300w power\u003c\/a\u003e, the Bullet R2 Pro has an increased batch capacity of 1.2 kg (2.6 lb) which means that a full batch can yield 2 lb of roasted coffee after accounting for weight loss. When roasting for a small commercial operation, that extra output can quickly add up, resulting in fewer hours spent roasting coffee to meet demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith that in mind, we think the Bullet R2 Pro is a great match for experienced roasters or those for whom the extra batch capacity is essential. For less experienced coffee roasters and home roasters that do not require that extra bit of output, we still recommend the Aillio Bullet R1 or \u003ca title=\"Aillio Bullet R2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/aillio-bullet-r2-roaster.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAillio Bullet R2\u003c\/a\u003e, which in addition to being easier to plug in since they use a standard electrical socket, offer financial savings that can be put towards green coffee. Given the still impressive 1 kg (2.2 lb) capacity of the Bullet R1 and standard Bullet R2, we don't think that saving a little money on the roaster to apply to the coffee budget is a bad idea! We are building out a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.com\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed R2 Pro Specs and FAQ page in our Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eBullet R2 Pro Basics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe presume that most people considering a Bullet R2 Pro are already intimately familiar with its core features, but for the uninitiated here are the highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike most electric roasters which rely on heating elements like coils or rods, the entire Bullet line uses induction power to generate heat directly within the drum itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThanks to induction heating, Bullets are extremely responsive to power adjustments made during the roast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has 2300w of induction power compared to 1700w on the standard Bullet R2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has 14 power stages, 12 fan power settings, and 9 drum speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Infrared Bean Temperature Sensor (IBTS) is unique to the Bullet and provides consistent, accurate reading of bean temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Bullet roasters can be operated via the front control panel or by connection and computer and utilizing Aillio's RoastTime software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Bullet roasters have an external cooling tray with fan and are capable of back-to-back roasting. The R2 Pro comes with the Pro Cooling Tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has a max batch capacity of 1.2 kg (2.6 lb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOur Experience with the R2 Pro\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been using our demo Bullet R2 Pro for over a year at this point and our takeaway is this: It does everything Aillio said it would, which is a lot! That might not sound like a ringing endorsement, but it's a testament to Aillio that they found ways to improve upon the original design. The Bullet R1 remains an extremely capable and competitive machine. Producing a machine that is an \u003cem\u003eeven better\u003c\/em\u003e roaster is a tall ask, and they did it. In short, the core functionality of the Bullet R2 Pro remains the same as the Bullet R1, but there are small improvements everywhere that add up. The new display on the roaster provides more information without needing to plug in your computer, so much so we aren't even sure what all of it means! Their new FlowControl sensor which measures and adjusts airflow as the chaff basket fills up is a great innovation, but we didn't really feel like that was an issue with the Bullet R1; we always kept our roaster extremely clean. For those that were\/are not as diligent, this will be a welcome addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have experienced a few bugs and hiccups here and there, which is to be expected for any brand new machine. Aillio took care of them very quickly via firmware updates, and we expect they will continue to be diligent about providing fixes as they have for many years. What that means for anybody considering this machine is that you should be comfortable updating firmware and keeping apprised of updates. Thankfully the process is pretty straightforward on the Bullet R2 Pro and covered in the operation manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting on the R2 has been easy and straightforward given our extensive experience with the Bullet R1. We've roasted a variety of coffees to different roast levels with great success. The R2 Pro is very flexible in that way. The reponsiveness of the proven induction heating system as well as the added power from the 220v power connection meant that the R2 was equally capable roasting delicate, washed Ethiopias to City and hearty, chocolatey Guatemalas to Full City+. We really had no problem doing it all. Also see our detailed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.com\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eR2 Pro Specs and FAQ page in our Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImportant R2 Pro Considerations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro requires a 220v recepticle w\/NEMA 6-20P compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro produces a lot of roast smoke at full capacity. Venting options are covered in the manual, and dedicated venting is strongly recommended. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe main difference between the Bullet R2 Pro and standard Bullet R2 is the batch capacity, 1.2 kg vs 1.0 kg (2.2 lb vs 2.6 lb). That extra capacity is likely essential to commercial operations, but if that isn't a priority for you the standard Bullet R2 or even the still excellent Bullet R1 may be a better option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe have decided to make the Bullet R2 Pro eligible for our 41 - 60 lb UPS Ground flat rate shipping tier for $21.99, as the cost to ship with the true weight of the roaster, Pro Cooling Tray, and coffee (80 lb) is anywhere from $90 to $130. Your Bullet R2 Pro will ship in three separate packages. One package will contain the roaster (55 lb), a second will contain the Pro Cooling Tray, and the third will contain the coffee (10 lb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCancelled Orders\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMisplaced\/cancelled orders are refunded with a 2.9% deduction for service fees we incur during processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"Ethiopia Uraga Haro","offer_id":46278794248342,"sku":"RSTR-BNDL-2PRO","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brazil Machado Recanto do Engenho","offer_id":46417669587094,"sku":"RSTR-BNDL-2PRO","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/bullet-r2-pro-sweet-marias-2-2.jpg?v=1780576684"},{"product_id":"gene-cafe-cbr-301-roaster","title":"Gene Cafe CBR-301","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=XCSRSQE]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basics of the Gene Cafe CBR-301 are nearly identical to the \u003ca title=\"Original Gene Cafe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/gene-cafe-test.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etime-tested CBR-101\u003c\/a\u003e, until you connect the app that is! Both machines roast coffee via hot air being pushed through the coffee bed, similar to a hot air roaster, while tumbling, and mixing the coffee in a rotating drum, like a drum roaster. Although we classify the Gene Cafe as a drum roaster ourselves, it’s really more of a hybrid design that produces great, consistent and repeatable results across a range of roast levels from City+ on up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Gene Cafe CBR-301, the roast remains easy to observe due to the glass roast chamber, and the physical controls make it easy to modify the total roast time and target temperature throughout the roast. Although the chaff collector is a new design, it can still deal with the most chaff-heavy coffees and can still be connected to dryer duct tubing to vent the smoke out a window. The roaster is very quiet compared to air machines, but the design of the chaff collector can make the cracks difficult to hear. In these respects, the CBR-301 is very similar to the original model. The differences come through when you connect the roaster to the Gene Cafe App over Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eApp Controls\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe app enables you to adjust the fan and drum speeds, offering three different settings for both. After a bunch of 200g test roasts, we have found the impact of fan adjustments to be modest but noticeable. For people who like the Gene Cafe formula but wished they had just a little bit more control over the roast, the extra flexibility will be quite welcome. Those hoping for a huge new range of adjustability or a totally revised roasting experience will probably be underwhelmed. For us, the jury is still out on the impact of the drum speed. We’ll continue to test, but we think what it really helps with is consistency across a wider range of batch sizes large and small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoast Logging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe feature we liked best about the app was the automated roast logging. The app tracks time, exhaust temperature, and roast settings, also allowing you to save related files. After the roast is finished, you can enter your green bean information, including starting and finishing weight. The app will calculate the weight loss for you. There’s also a handy comparison feature that will overlay the graphs and let you look at two roasts side-by-side. It seems kind of trivial, as these are all things you can do with pen and paper, or with a spreadsheet if that’s more your style, but there’s no denying the convenience. While the implementation is pretty basic, it works well and we were happy to have it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoosing Between the 101 and the 301\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo do we like the new model? Yes! Does it produce good results across a variety of roast ranges from City+ on up? Yes! Do we recommend it? Yes! Should you \u003cem\u003edefinitely\u003c\/em\u003e get it instead of the original Gene Cafe? Not necessarily! Finally, is it worth the increased price? Could be!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo cut to the chase, if you don’t want to use the app or just prefer the classic experience of setting your time and temperature and letting the roaster do its thing, we think you should consider \u003ca title=\"Original Gene Cafe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/gene-cafe-test.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe original CBR-101\u003c\/a\u003e instead. Without the app, the machines are very, very similar and produce equally good results, so why not save a couple hundred dollars? Technically, even without the app, this new model reaches a higher max temperature which could allow for larger batch sizes at least, but we think that adjusting the fan and drum speed are necessary to get solid results with larger batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are happy to use the app, here’s the next question: Is the extra $260 over the original Gene Cafe worth it for what you get? For a lot of people, the answer will be yes. We find the roast logging to be really nice in particular. It’s not revolutionary or game-changing, but given the longevity of Gene Cafe roasters, there is value over time. The same can be said for the fan and drum setting adjustments. They don’t dramatically change the experience of roasting on a Gene Cafe, but we do see them as an improvement and think it will enable home roasters to further hone their Gene Cafe roasts. But if all this sounds a little ho-hum, the original Gene Cafe is as great as ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"No Sampler","offer_id":46427914371222,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Regular","offer_id":46428270624918,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Espresso","offer_id":46428270657686,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/sm-gene-cafe-301-1.jpg?v=1782258137"},{"product_id":"drum-roasting-starter-kit-2","title":"Drum Roasting Starter Kit - Behmor","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=NWYIN81]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll;border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0 0 10px;padding:10px}#html-body [data-pb-style=HWCY7YB]{border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0;padding:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe Behmor 2000AB Plus home coffee roaster is a simple, easy to use unit with a smoke reduction feature that makes it a pleasure to use indoors. The larger batch size—compared to air roasters—makes perfect sense for those who want to roast their own coffee once a week, or those who roast coffee for the office, for family, or for gift-giving. It has pre-programmed roast times, heat curves, and an automatic cooling cycle. It also has manual control where you can adjust the temperature and drum speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"8 lb Regular","offer_id":46427922071702,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Espresso","offer_id":46427922104470,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/behmor-starter-kit-prod.jpg?v=1781729023"},{"product_id":"aillio-bullet-r2-roaster","title":"Aillio Bullet R2 Roaster","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=DIUHOA3]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, experienced coffee roasters have been using the Aillio Bullet R1 for both advanced home roasting and to operate small roasting businesses. Amongst compact, electric roasters the Bullet R1 had the largest batch capacity at 1 kg (2.2 lb) and tremendous hourly output capacity thanks to its back-to-back roasting capability and quick roast time. Coupled with the ability to connect the roaster to a computer and utilize Aillio's \u003ca title=\"RoasTime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software to monitor roast progression and control the roaster as well as to log, save, and replay roasts; the Bullet R1 broke a lot of ground when it was released. The Aillio Bullet R2 is an update which offers a host of small functional and design improvements that set it apart from the R1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Changes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe R2 features 1700 watts of power versus the R1’s 1550 watts. Although it doesn’t translate into a larger batch capacity, the extra oomph under the hood allows for even more flexiblity in setting roast parameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the extra power comes an extra power level. The R2 has 10 power levels versus 9 on the R1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo achieve the increased power, the R2 has redesigned circuit and induction boards for increased performance and accuracy.  The power delivery system has a margin of error of +\/-0.5%  versus the +\/- 2.0% on the R1. We never felt that power accuracy and stability was an issue on the R1, so we're not sure how this improvement translates into roast experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new airflow sensor (dubbed Flowsense by Aillio) dynamically adjusts the fan speed so that airflow at each fan setting remains consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are improvements to the front panel UI as well as an improved LED light which makes viewing coffee through the sightglass and in the trier much easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe door handle has been moved to the left side so that it doesn't interfere with the trier handle when opening the door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 includes a bean deflector for the drop chute to keep errant beans from missing the cooling tray, so there's no more need to 3D print or design your own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew modular connections allow for easier access through the control panel for maintenance, such as to clean the IBTS sensor at the front of the roaster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe data connector between the roaster and your computer has been updated to USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCore Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets all Bullets apart from the other roasters we offer are the batch size, roast quality, and roast control they offer. By connecting a computer to the roaster and using Aillio's \u003ca title=\"Aillio RoasTime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software, you have a high level of control over the roaster and access to excellent live logging from the traditional bean probe as well as the Infrared Bean Temperature Sensor (IBTS). Compared to manual logging, the Bullet makes it very easy to record your roasts and repeat a profile you enjoyed via the \"playback\" feature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bullet utilizes induction to heat the drum, which in addition to being very power efficient is very responsive to any power adjustment. The induction module also makes it possible to roast up to 1 kg (2.2 lb) of coffee per batch, which we think is extremely respectible give the size and footprint of this machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bullet R2 has 10 power stages, 12 fan speeds, and 9 drum speeds which allow for a huge level of control over your roast. You can make adjustments directly on the hybrid OLED\/LED display or via your computer connect to RoasTime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething important to consider about all Bullets is that they have no form of smoke suppression. Especially at the larger batch sizes, they will generate a large amount of smoke during roasting which is to be expected from any roaster with this capacity. Venting is very important to consider, and the user manual includes several examples of how to properly vent the roaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOur Experience with the R2\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been doing most of our testing using our demo Bullet R2 Pro, but from a design and usability perspective the R2 and R2 Pro are largely the same, except for maximum batch capacity. Our main takeaway is this: the R2 does everything Aillio said it would, which is a lot! It's a testament to Aillio that they found ways to improve upon the original design. The Bullet R1 remains an extremely capable and competitive machine. Producing a machine that is an even better roaster is a tall ask, and they did it. In short, the core functionality of the Bullet R2 remains the same as the Bullet R1, but there are small improvements everywhere that add up. The new display on the roaster provides more information without needing to plug in your computer, which is a welcome improvement for people who prefer a more manual approach. Their new FlowControl sensor which measures and adjusts airflow as the chaff basket fills up is a great innovation, but we didn't really feel like that was an issue with the Bullet R1; we always kept our roaster extremely clean. For those that were\/are not as diligent, this will be a welcome addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAillio has been quick to provide firmware updates to the machine and software updates to RoasTime as more of the R2 units have made it into the hands of coffee roasters. Over the years we have felt that Aillio does a decent job of addressing issues and making small improvements to the firmware and software of their roasters, and we expect they will continue to be diligent about providing fixes as they have for many years. What that means for anybody considering this machine is that you should be comfortable updating firmware and keeping apprised of updates. Thankfully the process is pretty straightforward on the Bullet R2 and covered in the operation manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting on the R2 has been easy and straightforward given our extensive experience with the Bullet R1. We've roasted a variety of coffees to different roast levels with great success. The R2 is very flexible in that way. The reponsiveness of the proven induction heating system has meant that the R2 was equally capable roasting delicate, washed Ethiopias to City and hearty, chocolatey Guatemalas to Full City+. We really had no problem doing it all and have been very happy with the roaster thus far.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have an more info and an FAQ on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.com\/aillio-bullet-r2-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAillio Bullet R2 in the Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCancelled Orders\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMisplaced\/cancelled orders are refunded with a 2.9% deduction for service fees we incur during processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"Ethiopia Uraga Haro","offer_id":46426745700502,"sku":null,"price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brazil Machado Recanto do Engenho","offer_id":46426745733270,"sku":null,"price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/bullet_r2-1_869970bc-e3e7-4cd6-8019-2374bd344bc7.jpg?v=1774876984"},{"product_id":"behmor-2000ab","title":"Behmor 2000AB+","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Behmor 2000AB+ home coffee roaster is a simple, easy to use unit that boasts a 1 lb. batch size, though we've found you have much greater control with smaller batches. It includes a free 8 lb. green coffee sampler of your choice - regular, espresso, or half regular\/decaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Behmor has pre-programmed roast profiles and an automatic cooling cycle. If you want more control over your roast, you can roast in manual mode to control the temperature and drum speed. The 2000AB+ has a stronger motor compared to the original 1600 series, allowing for better control over the roast. At any time, you can view the temperatures inside the roasting chamber and the exhaust vent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis roaster makes perfect sense for those who want to roast larger batches than what most other home roasters can produce. That said, the Behmor is not ideal for very light or very dark roasts - if you consistently roast into second crack, this might not be the roaster for you. The 2000AB+ is best suited for roasts in the medium range - think City+ to Full City+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"H2K00L8\"\u003eThe 2000AB+ has a strong feature set and is backed by Behmor's excellent customer service. We really want to match the right machine to the right person so it's important that you research as much as possible. If you want the DIY and hands-on experience, the Behmor may not be for you. Although you can see the beans roasting through the window on the door and smell some of the smoke and steam that sneaks past the smoke removal system, you won't be able to get that up-close experience that you would with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/\/nostalgia-electric-popcorn-popper.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epopcorn popper\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/roasting\/air-roasters\/freshroast.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFresh Roast\u003c\/a\u003e. The cooling cycle works great but you need to anticipate the end of your roast time since it takes a while for the machine to get down to room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"R6LURYN\"\u003eBehmors are tested before they leave the factory, so if you see a little discoloration of the grill protecting the heating elements of your brand new roaster, this is a good thing. It's a sign of quality control. This is the latest version Behmor roaster with the updated control panel, matte finish, improved fans, improved small grid drum and low-profile chaff collector. The 2000AB+ also has double-paned glass for improved heat retention and a more powerful MCU cuts data refresh time by 50%. Most exciting, the 2000AB+ now features an audible beep advisory for the Err7 safety cutoff and 15 second warning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smoke reduction feature makes it a pleasure to use indoors. Keep in mind though, it is not 100% smoke free. There will be some smoke and aroma coming from the machine when roasting larger, darker batches, and when opening the door after your roast is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready own an older model Behmor and want to take advantage of the manual features only available on the Behmor Plus? Don't worry, you can always upgrade your machine by installing an upgrade panel. Owners of older models (1600 series) can upgrade to the 2000AB+ control panel \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/behmor-1600-upgrade-control-panel.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"No Sampler","offer_id":46428256075926,"sku":null,"price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Regular","offer_id":46428256108694,"sku":null,"price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Espresso","offer_id":46428256141462,"sku":null,"price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/behmor-1600ab-plus-roaster-1.jpg?v=1780563683"},{"product_id":"hottop-basic","title":"Hottop Basic","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=WUMLHB9]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll;border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0 0 10px;padding:10px}#html-body [data-pb-style=XSLP2GC]{border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0;padding:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoasting with the Hottop takes an extra effort: you need to understand the sights, sounds and smells of the coffee roasting process to get the best results. But this method, roasting with your senses, is made simple with a machine that gives a close-up view of the coffee during the roast cycle via the sight glass, and produces a lot of roast aroma (read this as smoke!). Yep, if you roast more coffee you are going to get more smoke. There's no way around it. You are going to need ventilation, ideally by using it under a kitchen vent hood or near an open window. The roast profile you can achieve in the Hottop is closer to the results of a commercial drum roaster than the smaller home air roasters can get.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hottop can accomplish a range of roast levels, and even works well for those who like darker roasts because it won't bake out your coffee with a longer-than-ideal roast time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: This machine drop ships from the manufacturer, not the Sweet Maria's Warehouse. Extra processing time and shipping may apply. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHottop continuously improves the machine and only the most recent production model will be shipped out.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot offer a \"satisfaction guarantee\" on merchandise - you can review our returns policy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/returns-policies\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. If you are unsure about an item, feel free to email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@sweetmarias.com\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@sweetmarias.com\u003c\/a\u003e with questions before you purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"No Sampler","offer_id":46428286124182,"sku":null,"price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Regular","offer_id":46428286156950,"sku":null,"price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 lb Espresso","offer_id":46428286189718,"sku":null,"price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/hottop-coffee-roaster-basic-1.jpg?v=1778225024"},{"product_id":"hottop-programmable-kn-8828b-2k","title":"Hottop KN-8828B-2K+","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=IU94YYI]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll;border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0 0 10px;padding:10px}#html-body [data-pb-style=L9NNVQK]{border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0;padding:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hottop roaster is for those who want larger batches than the air roasters, longer roasts, a commercial type roast-and-cool cycle, and a more robust machine. This model (KN-8828B-2K+) also adds the ability to connect to third party computer software for roast profiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Hottop, you are going to need ventilation to the outdoors, ideally by installing it under a kitchen vent hood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome features include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual control of all parameters during roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB graphic, logging, roast control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 user profiles can be saved in non-volatile memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll roast parameters easily saved at end of roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuiet operation allows you to hear the roast, not the roaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality stainless steel surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge capacity, heavy-duty stainless steel drum, 225 - 300 gram capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 stage air filter to lessen particulates in smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHottop continuously improves the machine and we ship only the most recent production model. Note to our Canadian customers, there is an additional charge for shipping roasters to Canada due to the dimensional weight added by UPS and USPS. Please note that the manual included in the box does NOT have the instructions for the KN-8828B-2K+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hottopamericas.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDOWNLOAD THE KN-8828B-2K+ PDF INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333;\"\u003e and review them, as well as the safety and use material in the owners manual before using the machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333;\"\u003eWarning: This machine drop ships from the manufacturer, not the Sweet Maria's Warehouse. Extra processing time and shipping may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot offer a \"satisfaction guarantee\" on merchandise - you can review our returns policy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.com\/returns-policies\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. 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