Best Mirror Coffee Roasters Podcasts (2025)

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221 | The Most Iconic Coffee Brands of 2025 - Sprudge Awards 32:41

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2h ago32:41

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Every year, Sprudge runs their famous Sprudge Awards. It's their way of honoring the best in the coffee industry in categories including roasters, cafes, producers, creatives, and more. We go through all the nominations and share who we think should win every category.Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/ Find us on Instagram: …

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220 | How to master anything in coffee & our favorite coffees of 2025 38:16

4d ago38:16

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We're approaching the end of the year, and wanted to take a moment to reflect back on our coffee journey this past year. In this episode we talk about our favorite coffees of 2025, big lessons of the year, and the one thing you need to do to master any skill in coffee. Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/ Find us on Instagram:…

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219 | Most Useful Coffee Gear of 2025 23:18

12d ago23:18

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Coffee gear is meant to make coffee taste better and your life easier. In this episode, we each share our top 3 coffee tools that have impacted our coffee journey the most this past year.Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirrorcoffeeroasters/ Mirror Coffee Roasters is a special…

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218 | Is new coffee gear useful or just convenient? 33:59

18d ago33:59

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There's a lot of new coffee gear being released and it feels like it's more than ever which is exciting. New gear is a step in the right direction, however, does new gear make coffee taste better or is it simply making brewing coffee more convenient? Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/ Find us on Instagram: https://www.instag…

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217 | Grinding finer is not the answer & high clarity burrs 28:27

26d ago28:27

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We take 3 common phrases we heard around the coffee community and rate them as overrated, underrated, or properly rated. We talk about why grinding finer isn’t always helpful, the benefits of properly resting your coffee, and why you might not want high clarity burrs. Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/ Find us on Instagram: …

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216 | The Mystery Behind Roast Color and Development 29:37

1M ago29:37

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Coffee roast color is one of the biggest variables in taste. We often choose the coffees we drink by roast development level, however, how do we measure that? Light, medium, and dark roast are broad terms that are difficult to quantify and that have a wide range. How can a roaster communicate their roast level in a way that is helpful to coffee dri…

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215 | Starting a coffee shop with the right equipment 26:05

2M ago26:05

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Coffee equipment plays a huge role in running a successful and thriving coffee shop. Picking the right gear for your specific coffee shop needs can help you serve your guests well, save money, and make it easy for your team of baristas to do their job. In this episode we expand on what to consider when shopping for espresso machines, coffee grinder…

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214 | Why expensive coffee doesn’t mean GOOD coffee 32:33

2M ago32:33

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Many of us love the hunt of finding exceptional coffee to brew and drink at home. Oftentimes, they come with a much higher price tag. Exotic, hard to find, and delicious coffees deserve to cost more, but that doesn’t mean that all expensive coffees are delicious or worth their price. On this episode, we talk about what goes into pricing coffees and…

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213 | How to create coffee roast profiles that taste good 29:28

2M ago29:28

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Developing a coffee roast profile is one of the most important parts of roasting coffee. It’s what becomes the reference point to all your production roasts. Although we could have talked for another hour about building roast profiles, in this packed episode, we talk about our approach to building roast profiles, how new coffees are roasted, and th…

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212 | Building aeropress recipes, competing, and hario hand grinder wins at competition? 27:26

2M ago27:26

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Recently, we competed in the regional aeropress championships. There were some last minute challenges we had to work around, build recipes, and create efficient workflows with the aeropress. We cover all of this in this episode of the coffee roaster warm up sessions podcast.Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/Find us on Instag…

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211 | Myths people believe about light roast coffee 30:57

3M ago30:57

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Light roast has exploded in popularity over the last 15 years. It's quickly becoming many people's preference in coffee development, however, for many people, it's something they avoid. Through personal conversations, social media, and online forums, there are a few myths and misconceptions we often here time after time again. In this podcast, we a…

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210 | Building your home drip coffee setup 31:28

3M ago31:28

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Drip coffee is one of the most classic drinks in all of coffee which can oftentimes be overlooked. In recent years, however, drip coffee makers have become so good that they rival many people's pour over skill and results. We think everyone should own a killer drip coffee setup at home. This episode unpacks what you should look for and how to start…

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209 | Why coffee shops should think twice about starting food program 33:16

3M ago33:16

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It's becoming more and more popular for coffee shops to have food programs and there are good reasons for it. You can increase your average order value, appeal to more guests, and grow your overall business. On the other hand, having a food program comes with many challenges that might make you second think its benefits.Pick up our coffee here: htt…

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208 | Scoring the Best of Panama winning coffee and why luxury coffee is needed with Cole Torode 51:52

4M ago51:52

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The Best of Panama 2025 champion scored a wild 98 points and sold for $30,000/kg. Both the score and final price set new records. In this episode, we get to talk to Cole Torode who was one of the judges at Best of Panama coffee, tasted the winning cup, and got a front row seat to a historic event. Here's what went down behind closed doors and why w…

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207 | How to run a mobile coffee cart for events 36:26

4M ago36:26

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If you’re thinking about starting your mobile coffee cart to cater weddings and events, you’ll find tons of helpful advice on tackling events in this episode. We just catered a wedding with our mobile setup and share all the details from our experience. We cover everything from gear, workflow, ways to deal with disruptions, and how to serve guests …

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206 | Winning World Latte Art Championships & Starting Cafes with Nicolas and Kenji Tanaka 1:00:41

4M ago1:00:41

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What does it take to start cafes and win world latte art championships? We sit down with two brothers, Nicolas and Kenji Tanaka who have been crushing it in the industry, both as competitors and in their daily work in coffee. This coffee podcast episode is about their life, what has lead them to where they're at now, and what it takes to execute at…

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205 | How Each Coffee Changes With Roast Level 27:58

4M ago27:58

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Most people choose coffee by development level whether that's light, medium, or dark roast. This is because each roast development comes with a general flavor profile, but it's not as simple as that. There are other variables at play that can create more nuance to flavor profiles ranging from ultralight to dark roast.Pick up our coffee here: https:…

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204 | How to find NEW coffee roasters and coffees that you'll love 26:24

4M ago26:24

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As coffee drinkers and enthusiasts, we oftentimes stick to a few coffee roasters that we become attached to and for very good reasons. What about discovering new roasters and coffees? It's usually uncomfortable, comes with uncertainty, and feels like a gamble. In this episode, we talk about how to discover new roasters and coffees that you'll love …

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203 | Coffee industry horror stories: when things go wrong 37:40

5M ago37:40

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Everyone who has worked in coffee for some time has horror stories to share. We've all had customer service experiences going wrong, equipment breaking during rushes, and dealing with the unexpected. It's part of the fun of working in coffee that keeps you on edge! We share our experiences and horror stories from our time in the industry.…

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202 | Why you should learn to break these coffee brewing rules 39:12

5M ago39:12

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When it comes to brewing coffee, rules are extremely helpful. Especially when you're just getting into coffee, they create the boundaries and guidance you need to achieve great results. On the other hand, some rules are meant to be broken and sometimes that leads to new discoveries. This podcast episode is all about learning to break rules and the …

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201 | How different pour over drippers impact taste 34:32

5M ago34:32

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There are many pour over drippers on the market and so many variations of both flat bottom and cone shaped drippers. Although, it is a little over saturated and one does not need to own all of them, they do come with their unique differences and flavor experiences. In this episode, we talk about what we've noticed brewing with several flat bottom d…

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200 | Saving Your Struggling Coffee Shop with Maxwell Mooney 44:50

6M ago44:50

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This past year, the coffee industry was hit with some unexpected challenges. Doubling c-market prices, tariffs, and inflation hit coffee businesses which have made an already difficult job even more difficult. Maxwell Mooney is a coffee consult that helps people build healthy coffee businesses. In this episode, he offers a few practical steps for c…

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199 | 3 Things Specialty Coffee Shops Can't Get Wrong! 28:14

6M ago28:14

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We regularly visit specialty coffee shops. Having comfortable seating, a delicious drink, tasty pastries and more are all big factors to the experience. In this episode, we talk about a few things that we've experienced in cafes that can quickly make a visit less than ideal.

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198 | Don’t replicate the coffee shop at home. Do it better! 35:02

6M ago35:02

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We often times hear people say, I just want my coffee at home to taste like it does at the coffee shop. Now we totally get that people just want to brew great coffee at home, however, there are certain things that distinguish the coffee experience at home from the cafe. Here’s how to make your home coffee experience better than the one at your loca…

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197 | How to brew filter coffee better and why he built the UFO dripper With Jay Kim 1:16:28

7M ago1:16:28

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How do you become great at brewing filter coffee? Do coffee drippers matter? Why did he help build the UFO dripper? We chat with Jay Kim, one of the founders of the UFO dripper about how to become better at brewing filter coffee, what makes the UFO dripper special, and some of the science of coffee drippers. Jay Kim on Instagram: https://www.instag…

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196 | Why you shouldn't buy a hand coffee grinder 29:41

7M ago29:41

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Last episode, we talked about why hand coffee grinders are better than electric coffee grinders. Now although there are many perks to hand grinders, they do come with their shortcomings and where electric grinders shine. In this episode, we unpack upsides of going with an electric grinder over a hand grinder. Pick up our coffee here: https://mirror…

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195 | Why Coffee Hand Grinders Are Better Than Electric Grinders 31:07

7M ago31:07

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Coffee grinders are one of the most important parts and pieces of gear on your coffee bar. Over the last decade, hand grinders have skyrocketed in popularity and have become the go-to grinder for many, but what makes them so special? Are hand grinders really that good? In this episode, we talk about the main reasons hand grinders outperform electri…

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194 | We were wrong! 3 things we're adjusting our perspective on 37:39

7M ago37:39

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As we source, roast, taste, and compete in coffee more, we're constantly learning and evolving. We've changed over the years. The coffee industry in general is shifting, and we're also evolving. How we talk about certain things, the words we use, the way we approach different parts in coffee is adjusting. This episode is about reflecting on the pas…

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193 | How to stand out with your wholesale program 27:29

8M ago27:29

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As a coffee roasting company, your primary offer to wholesale accounts is coffee. That alone has to be great, but to stand out in a crowd of roasters, you might need to go further. In this episode we talk about what you can do to have a wholesale program that thrives and serves your clients well. Shop our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.c…

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192 | How to achieve roasting consistency - BBP and warm up 31:03

8M ago31:03

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Being a good coffee roaster isn't just about roasting coffee that tastes good. A skilled coffee roaster knows how to roast coffee consistently good from batch to batch and from day to day. It may sound simple, but it's much easier said than done. This episode is all about how to increase your consistency from batch to batch by focusing on your betw…

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191 | Why coffee roasters need to plan for a difficult year with Edwin Martinez 1:10:46

8M ago1:10:46

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The coffee industry is going through unprecedented changes. C-Market has nearly doubled within a few months, political and economic uncertainty, and supply and demand changes are creating a storm the industry has yet to have experienced. We talk with Edwin Martinez, CEO of Onyx Coffee, about what he’s seeing behind the scenes, the current state of …

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190 | How To Level Up Your Iced Coffee Game 35:33

8M ago35:33

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Iced coffee is quickly growing in popularity and especially amongst Gen Z. With summer around the corner, sometimes an iced coffee is refreshing however it often lacks the nuance and flavor profile we like in hot coffees. In this episode, we share how to get the best out of your iced coffee, the kinds of coffees we found that work well, and how to …

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189 | How World Class Coffee For Competitors Is Sourced with Juan Diaz 59:20

9M ago59:20

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Juan Diaz, owner of Know Where Coffee, is always on the search for the best coffee in Colombia. Over the last several years, he has not only competed in the national competitions but also sourced coffees used by some of the top competitors in the country. We chat with him about what he's doing with Know Where Coffee and his approach to sourcing inc…

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188 | How To Master Your Milk Steaming at Home 34:00

9M ago34:00

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You bought an espresso machine for home. Your espresso tastes good, but you can't get your milk steaming and texturing right. It's something we commonly hear and that's why this episode is all about nailing your milk steaming at home. This podcast episode addresses common milk steaming issues, how to get the right texture, how milk affects your ste…

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187 | How To Grow Your Coffee Shop and Get Unstuck! With Chris Deferio 58:50

9M ago58:50

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We sit down with Chris Deferio from Keys To The Shop to give you clear, practical tips on how to grow your coffee shop business. Ideally, your coffee shop is growing 10-20% year over year and if that's not happening, we break down how to make that a reality. Chris shares so many valuable insights on how to scale your coffee business. Boasting more …

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186 | Avoiding stale coffee & how to keep coffee fresh at home 35:18

9M ago35:18

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How you store roasted coffee at home can have a huge impact on its flavor. Coffees should be rested off of roast, especially if they're roasted light, however, how you rest coffee matters! It's the difference between a vibrant, juicy cup and a cup that tastes subdued and leaves you hoping there was more. In this episode, we dive into how to store c…

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185 | Guide to Coffee Flavor Profiles by Varietal 30:59

10M ago30:59

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We wrap up our series on coffee flavor profiles by diving into varietals. There are many coffee varietals in the world with nearly all coffees being under two main categories: arabica coffee and robusta. Within arabica coffee, you find many different varietals and each have their unique characteristics. When combining varietals, processing, and ori…

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184 | Guide To Coffee Flavor Profiles by Processing Methods 32:44

10M ago32:44

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Coffee processing plays a huge role in flavor. It's one of the biggest variables that impacts the end flavor profile. We have already covered the core three processing methods, washed, honey, and natural, however, in this episode we dive into a few of the experimental processing methods. We cover thermal shock, carbonic maceration, and mosto proces…

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183 | Guide To Coffee Flavor Profiles by Origin 32:18

10M ago32:18

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Coffee is grown in about 70 countries where most are located in the coffee belt. This is where climate and terrian meet to create the necessary conditions for coffee to grow. Each origin comes with it's unique flavor profile. In this episode, we share some of the common flavor profiles you can expect in countries around the world.Pick up coffee her…

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182 | Introduction to coffee roasting and what you need to start 32:14

10M ago32:14

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This is an introduction to coffee roasting. We go through the tools you need to get started outside of a roaster, how to approach your first 20 roasts, and how you can improve after those initial coffee roasts. We tried to go very practical in this episode and help those who are thinking about starting a coffee roasting operation or are getting int…

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181 | Coffee, Tariffs, and Shipping 20:36

11M ago20:36

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Coffee reddit threads and facebook groups erupted with talks of the new tariffs. On one side, tariffs can increase the cost of a roasted coffee bag significantly and even more so on large quantities of imported green coffee. In this episode we talk about the impacts of these tariffs.

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180 | Are home coffee setups the death of the coffee shop? 32:11

11M ago32:11

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Have home coffee bars and setups become the death of the coffee shop? With the rise of interest in better coffee gear, more education online around coffee, and accessibility to coffee from around the world, will cafes struggle to pull those interested in higher end coffees if they can brew it at home? We talk about the dynamics between brewing at h…

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179 | How to make the most of 100g bags of coffee 27:39

11M ago27:39

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High scoring coffees in 100g cans or bags are becoming increasingly popular. They're oftentimes delicious and pricy so making the most of that limited amount is always a struggle. In this episode, we break down how to limit waste, what you can try to dial in those coffees quicker, and our approach to getting the most out of those coffees.Pick up co…

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178 | How to grow in 2025 and Learning From Our Mistakes 30:19

11M ago30:19

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Running a coffee roasting company for the last 5 years has taught us a lot about business, coffee, and ourselves. As we evaluate the past, we've realized there are handful of things that need to be addressed for us to continue to grow and take on our goals for 2025. In this episode, as we processes these things out loud, we hope you can take our ap…

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177 | Building world class coffee gear with Douglas Weber from Weber Workshops 37:19

12M ago37:19

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We chat with founder, Douglas Weber from Weber Workshops about their approach to building some of the best coffee gear in the world. From becoming known for their coffee grinders to creating beautiful accessories and tools for the coffee bar, Weber Workshops has made its mark in the industry. Weber Workshops: https://weberworkshops.com/Pick up coff…

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176 | Coffee Roasting takeaways from 2024 and how we’re changing 39:20

12M ago39:20

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As we step into 2025, we look back at the big coffee roasting takeaways from this past year. We’re walking away with changes to how we roast and run our business which has made us feel excited about the new year ahead of us. Thank you so much to everyone who has supported us this past year!Pick up Coffee Here: https://bit.ly/36gPLRUFind us on Insta…

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175 | Common Coffee Roasting Misconceptions 26:36

12M ago26:36

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Continuing our discussions on breaking down coffee misconceptions, in this episode we focus on roasting. The world of roasting, preferences, technology, and styles has drastically changed over the last 5-10 years. There's been a lot of great advancements but it has challenged traditional beliefs about roasting. We cover these beliefs and ideas in t…

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174 | Stop Believing These Myths About Filter Coffee Brewing 33:42

1y ago33:42

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As the coffee industry grows and research increases, we begin to realize the ideas we used to believe about filter coffee brewing isn't true. In this episode, we address some of these myths we used to believe about brewing filter coffee. In our last episode, 173, we talk about myths about espresso brewing so if you haven't listened to that episode,…

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173 | 3 Espresso Brewing Myths to Stop Believing 32:01

1y ago32:01

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As the coffee industry continues to grow, science and research is proving more and more beliefs to be wrong. Although these three myths have turned out to be wrong, we still hear them being talked about in coffee forums, mentioned in cafes, and even encouraged in barista training. In this episode we cover three common myths that we should be leavin…

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172 | C-Market Record Highs, Cafes Getting More Expensive, & Sustainability 29:58

1y ago29:58

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This past month we saw the c-market price reach highs that haven't been seen in 50 years. The coffee industry has long been an advocate for paying producers and farmers more to make a more sustainable supply chain. This is a huge win for producing origins. On the other hand, with inflation, wages, and increased green costs, cafe guests are experien…