The Roast it Yourself Podcast – Details, episodes &amp; analysis

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"Are Single Origins Better Than Blends?"

Episode 17

Friday, September 13, 2024 • Duration 11:39

Episode 16: Why do blends have a bad reputation? Are they really inferior to single-origin coffees? Hear our take on blends, their place in the specialty-grade coffee world, and how to get started creating your own!

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Catherine's all-time favorite Tanzania Peaberry

Stephen's go-to Brazilian Sweet Blue

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LINKS Honduras 18 Rabbit Natural Honduras 18 Rabbit Black Honey Honduras 18 Rabbit Red Honey Honduras 18 Rabbit Yellow Honey Honduras 18 Rabbit Washed

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Do Natural, Honey, and Washed Coffees Roast Differently?

Episode 8

Friday, July 19, 2024 • Duration 10:09

Episode 8: You're getting two for one in this episode as we answer a pair of listener questions on coffee processing methods, how they affect the roast, and more!

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Fresh Roast Extension Tube

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"My Fresh Roast is Spiking to 500 Degrees!"

Episode 7

Friday, July 12, 2024 • Duration 12:44

Episode 7: In this episode, we talk about the Aillio Bullet 1 Kilo Roaster, help a listener troubleshoot a problem with his FreshRoast and new Extension Tube, and talk through the Rancher Wholesale program for cottage and small-batch coffee roasters!

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Aillio Bullet 1 Kilo Roaster from CCRS

Fresh Roast SR800

Rancher Wholesale Subscription Details

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El Salvador: Finca la Fany, Apaneca

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Does Bean Size Really Matter?

Episode 6

Friday, July 5, 2024 • Duration 11:19

Episode 6: In this episode, we discuss BIG BEANS, how to understand coffee bean screen sizing, the importance of bean size consistency, and what makes coffee beans plump when you roast 'em!

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Kona Extra Fancy

Classes at Current Crop Roasting Shop

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How To Get Started With Cold Brew

Episode 5

Friday, June 28, 2024 • Duration 11:22

Episode 5: This week, we answer a comprehensive question about roasting and preparing Cold Brew. We discuss the "ideal" origins for Cold Brew, how dark vs. light roasting affects the final product, and how to get started cold brewing on the cheap.

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Check out Toddy Cold Brew System at CCRS or CBC

Coffee Quality Institute

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Coffee Bean Corral's Coffee Roasters

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When Should I Upgrade My Roaster?

Episode 4

Friday, June 21, 2024 • Duration 09:44

Episode 4: In this week's episode, we discuss cold brew, answer a question about when to upgrade your coffee roasting machine, and recap our recent experience at Coffee Fest NOLA!

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India Monsooned Malabar AA - Catherine's recommendation for Cold Brew

Coffee Fest NOLA

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What's the Deal with Robusta Beans?

Episode 3

Friday, June 7, 2024 • Duration 12:11

Episode 3: In this episode, we discuss Robusta coffees, how they are different from Arabica, and how to get the most out of them!

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High Octane Blend - A pre-mix blend from Coffee Bean Corral that incorporates Robusta beans.

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Single Origin "Berry Blasters" Recommendations?

Episode 2

Friday, June 7, 2024 • Duration 08:26

Episode 2: This week we help a questioner on the quest for the ultimate berry bomb coffee, where to find it (the origin may surprise you), and why coffees change from year to year.

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Burundi Hafi Muyinga

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Rwanda Hingakawa Women's Co-op FTO

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What About Mycotoxins in Green Coffee?

Episode 1

Friday, June 7, 2024 • Duration 07:46

Episode 1: In this inaugural episode of Roast it Yourself, we address a concern that’s been quite the buzz in the coffee world for the last couple of years: what is the deal with mycotoxins/molds in coffee, how to know if the coffee you’re drinking is safe, and we dispel some click-bait myths about food safety in the specialty coffee industry.

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