So after many years of debating I'm getting a coffee machine for Chrimbo.
Nothing fancy bcos we don't have the space, dripper + steamer.

I've been drinking Nescafe Short Black for the past 8 years, which I think tastes pretty good vs coffee shop stuff. I know it's instant but unless you've tried it, keep your opinion bottled up.

4 heaped teaspoons Short Black.
180ml boiling water
140ml steamed milked
2 Dark Loaker Tortinas... on the side.

I don't have a grinder, but I could use the Nutri Ninja for a coarse grind.

Questions:
What's the least hassle way of getting the freshest roast 100% Arabic - Ethiopia, or Colombian, beans?
Are there any pre-ground beans worth considering?