The Roast it Yourself Podcast

Best Coffee for Espresso?

Episode 57: We respond to a question from an espresso drinker who's just getting started roasting about which country/origin produces the best beans for espresso. We discuss some of our favorites and how to choose a good coffee and roast level for espresso, based on your tastes!
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Is AI Useful for Home Coffee Roasters?

Episode 56: A listener sent us an AI analysis of the raw coffee they were about to roast, based on just a couple of uploaded photos, which raised the question: Is AI this helpful for home roasters? Are there other uses for AI that roasters can take advantage of? Dive in with us and find out!
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When to Roast Hot & Fast vs. Low & Slow

Episode 55: We received a detailed roast log from a listener, along with a question -- why do the coffees I roast taste the same? The answer lies in profiling, and that's what we dive into today!
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Here's the Hot & Fast recommended roast profile for the SR800 with Extension Tube (Post )
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RECORD YOUR ROASTS! (Here's how)

Episode 54: This week, we're going into detail on the most important piece of roasting equipment there is -- your roast log. Whether you're roasting in a cast iron pan or firing up a 50 kilo production roaster, you MUST log your roasts, and we show you how. 
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Pictures of the roast logs we're discussing
33 Roasts Logbook
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Going from Home Roaster to Business Owner Tips

Episode 53: This discussion started out answering a question about upgrading from a personal home roasting machine to something that would work for starting a roasting business. In the process of answering that question, we covered a lot of little tips and considerations for folks considering taking that next step! Check out the links in the Notes section for the specific coffees and equipment we discussed in the episode!
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Costa Rica La Minita Estate
Sumatra Raja Batak Peaberry (Catherine scored this an 87!)
Commercial Roaster Lineup at Coffee Bean Corral
Bullet Roaster at CCRS
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Best way to keep coffee fresh?

Episode 52: Should we be storing coffee in a valve bag or an air-tight container? This week, we dive into coffee storage strategies and discuss the best ways to keep coffee as fresh as possible for weeks! 
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Weird (and EASY) Iced Coffee Recipes

Episode 51: In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite iced coffee recipes that are a bit off the beaten path (no coffee-milk combos here)! A listener sent us his recipe for a "Colapresso," and that's when the fun begins! Catherine and I go through several other unique ways of enjoying iced coffee, that work for either espresso or cold brew. BONUS: We offer our tips on making a mean cold brew with NO special equipment!
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Our Top Tips For Newbie Roasters!

Episode 50: For our 50th Episode, we decided to record our top tips for newbie roasters or those looking to get into coffee roasting. Whether you're a first timer or an old timer, we share a lot of helpful information about coffee roasting that'll help take you to the next level!
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Blending Premium Coffees Without Sacrificing Quality

Episode 49: This week we answer a listener's somewhat controversial question about blending Premium Coffees, such as Geishas, Konas, or the legendary Jamacia Blue Mountain. We discuss whether this is a good idea, and then we dive into how to go about planning such a blend without sacrificing what makes these Premium beans so great!
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The Extension Tube Has Changed My Roast!

Episode 48: This week we address a question by a listener about how the Extension Tube affects the results he's getting with his Fresh Roast SR540. We discuss the differences between roasting with and without the Extension Tube, and offer tips on achieving the roast he's looking for with either setup!
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SR540/800 Extension Tube
Fresh Roast Roast-a-Long Video (With Extension Tube)
Fresh Roast Roast-a-Long Video (Standard Chamber)
Fresh Roast SR800
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