The Roast it Yourself Podcast
Current Crop Roasting Shop’s own Certified Q-Grader, Catherine Mansel, sits down with Stephen Burnett of Coffee Bean Corral to field questions from home coffee roasters and professionals alike about roasting, tasting, and (most importantly) enjoying coffee. Send questions to questions@riypod.com Check us out at: coffeebeancorral.com currentcroproasting.com rancherwholesale.com
Episodes
Episode 80: In this episode, we review a new roaster's roast log to help figure out why he's not getting the results he's looking for using his Fresh Roast SR800. We talk about troubleshooting in general and discuss which data points in a roast are the most vital to achieving that perfect result we're all chasing! Check out the photo of his roast log here.
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Episode 79: In this episode, we answer a question from a new roaster whose very first roast on his Fresh Roast SR800 was darker than he wanted, and he noticed oil on the beans. He asks us to explain what this oil is and how it may affect the coffee he brews with these beans. Are oily beans desirable? Are they a problem? Check out our response to find out!
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Episode 78: Can you reuse coffee storage bags? Is there a right way or wrong way of doing it? In this episode, Catherine and Stephen answer these questions and talk coffee storage best practices, and drop a HUGE announcement about Current Crop in the process!
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Episode 77: In this quick on-the-road episode, Stephen (while carefully and safely observing the rules of the road...) shares his absolute favorite reason to roast coffee, and the best way to get other folks into the coffee roasting hobby!
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Episode 76: This is sure to be our smelliest episode yet! Catherine and Stephen respond to an unusual question about post-roast aroma of all things, which, though unusual, proved to be quite a helpful conversation! Many people who've smelled roasting coffee come away with the same observation: "That doesn't smell like coffee at all!" But there's so much more that can be gleaned from the fragrance of just-roasted beans, which can he...
Episode 75: In this episode, we discuss an often under-treated subject: roaster capacity. How much coffee is too little for your machine? How much is too much? Apart from just reading the manufacturer's "minimum" and "maximum" capacity, can you find that Goldilocks 'sweet spot' for your specific machine? We dive into this question and several related questions to help point roasters in the right direction! Take a listen now!
Episode 74: In this episode, Catherine and Stephen answer a question not about technical mumbo jumbo, but about their personal preference, about roasting styles, and about their first time roasting. Everybody starts somewhere, and often, where you start roasting plays a defining role in your greater roasting journey from there on. If you're an experienced roaster, you can certainly relate, and if you're a newbie, this discussion is...
Episode 73: This week's question is from a newbie roaster who asks whether they should try a whole bunch of different coffees, or just pick one or two that they really like. It seems like a simple question, but it led to a lively discussion and a ton of helpful tips for newbies (or longtime roasters who feel stuck in a rut!) We hope you enjoy!
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...Episode 72: This week, we (mostly Stephen, because it's his thing!) answer a customer's question about dialing in espresso extraction, and discuss how different roast methods can affect how the coffee is extracted. How do you figure out what's right (or wrong) with a shot of espresso? What steps can you take to adjust or "dial in" your shot? We dive into it all here!
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Episode 71: This week, we (mostly Catherine, because it's her thing!) answer a customer's question about how to set up a coffee cupping, focusing on the nitty-gritty details of ratios, times, and temps. If you're interested in learning how to taste coffee the way professionals do, give this episode a listen!
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Episode 70: This week, we answer a question from a listener who has been tracking his coffee's weight loss percentage from green to roasted, and using a very precise scale to determine roast level based on the moisture loss. He asks what we think of that method and for our tips on determining roast level using this and other means.
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BONUS EPISODE: Stephen gave a talk at last weekend's NOLA Coffee Festival in New Orleans, which we recorded to release as a bonus episode! In "The Essentials of Home Roasting," Stephen covers both the conceptual aspects of coffee roasting as well as their nuts-and-bolts practical application to get you creating the coffee you want today. Even if you're an experienced roaster, there's sure to be a new perspective on the roasting pro...
Episode 69: Have you ever wondered if the chaff makes a difference? Typically, larger specialty roasteries will tumble to "polish" their roasted coffee, removing the majority of the chaff in the process, but is this necessary for the home roaster? Does it really affect flavor or cup quality? We get into these questions while answering a listener's email, so we hope you enjoy!
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Episode 68: This week, we dive into the colorful world of the Coffee Taster's Flavor Wheel! While this tool can seem intimidating or overwhelming, it's actually quite useful for beginner coffee enthusiasts and professionals alike! Check out this episode to see how Catherine and Stephen use the Wheel, and how you can too!
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Episode 67: This week, we dive into a question from a listener about what makes a good shot of espresso, specifically, whether or not crema affects the overall quality of the espresso shot. This question is actually an interesting one, and more complicated than you might think! So check out this episode and share your thoughts in the comments!
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Episode 66: If you want a consistent, well-rounded, complex, full-bodied brew without sacrificing flavor, you might have a hard time finding a single origin that'll fit the bill. That's where blending comes in! Blends have a lot of pros, but one major con -- creating them takes work. In this episode, we lay out a simple method to start coffee blending the right way, so you can get a delicious cup without chasing your tail. Happy ro...
Episode 65: Ever wondered how two of the most popular "level up" roasters perform head-to-head? Catherine and Stephen discuss the pros and cons of the Bullet R2 1-kilo roaster vs. the Kaleido M10 1.2-kilo roaster. From roast performance to chaff handling to ease of use/transport, we cover a lot of the real-world features/bugs that don't show up on the product page. If you're considering upgrading to a larger capacity roaster, you d...
Episode 64: This week, we explore the world of "alternative" processing methods, from co-fermenting to carbonic maceration. Our discussion is wide-ranging and seeks to answer the questions: "What? How? WHY???" PLUS: Stephen (a recovering coffee snob) shares his take on when a coffee processing method crosses the line into artificial flavoring.
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Episode 63: A listener is roasting coffee for a friend who finds the acid in many coffees hard on their stomach. We offer a suggestions at every stage of the process, from selecting a coffee, to roasting it, to brewing it, all to produce the lowest possible acidity in the cup.
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Episode 62: We're sure we'll step on some toes with this one...
This week, we got a question from a small batch roaster looking to upgrade to a larger commercial roaster, but is unsure of which way to go. The two main categories of coffee roasters are "fluid bed" and "drum," and there are pros and cons to each. Check out our answer and drop into the comments to share your own perspective!
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