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We’re so excited to be joined on the episode by Matt Perger, founder of Barista Hustle and World Brewers Cup champion, talking all about approachability, coffee geekery, cafe vibes, keys to making better coffee at home, and the exciting new roadmap for Barista Hustle. Do NOT miss this episode!
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What We're Drinking
Matt Perger: from St. ALi on the Batch Brewer
Bryan Schiele: from Onyx Coffee Lab on the Chemex
Brian Beyke: from Tim Wendelboe on the V60
Shownotes
Keys to the Shop: Episode 37 w/ Brian Beyke
Barista Hustle
Barista Hustle: Superlatives
Barista Hustle: Espresso Compass
Barista Hustle: Coffee Compass
Matt’s Hario V60 Pour Over Recipe
Sprudge: Feelin’ Fines: Breaking Down Matt Perger’s World Brewers Cup Win
Home-Barista: Roller Mill Grinder
Barista Hustle: grinder Paper: Explained
Barista Hustle: DIY Water for Coffee Brewing
Barista Hustle: The Great Distribution Tool Debate
Distribution Tool Experiment Crowdfund
Barista Hustle: Refractometer Method
Scott Rao: Interesting Flavor vs. Flavor Balance
About Matt Perger:
Founder of Barista Hustle
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Grind size remains one of the most challenging and inconsistently communicated aspects of coffee brewing. Despite having a consistent language to communicate temperature, water chemistry, brew ratios, etc. it's often frustrating to nail down a repeatable grind size and share that information with others. Today we're joined by Karol and Adam Krupa from KRUVE to talk about how their coffee sifter solves that problem, allowing every cup to taste its best. They explain how the KRUVE came to be, who it's best suited for, and some tips and tricks to getting the most out of it.
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Shownotes
KRUVE’s Original Kickstarter Campaign
Barista Magazine Online: The KRUVE Sifter Ensures a Uniform Grind Size
Prima Coffee's KRUVE Overview Video
James Hoffman's KRUVE Sifter Review
About Kruve:
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We're wrapping up our series of interviews from this year's SCA Expo with four quick conversations with some of the top brands in specialty coffee for the home brewer. We're talking with Baratza about the Sette 30, Third Wave Water about some upcoming new formulations, Acaia about their Orion and scale updates, and Fellow about the STAGG Electric Kettle!
Shownotes
Dialing in with the Sette Burr
Sette 30 Release Postponed
Third Wave Water
Acaia Orion Bean Doser
Fellow STAGG EKG/EKG+
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We’re honored to have Michelle Johnson join us to recap the Intersectionality panel from Episode 54. Michelle is the Sprudgie award winning founder of The Chocolate Barista, creative marketing director at Barista Hustle, and a long-time friend of the show. Buckle up and take a listen!
What We're Drinking
Michelle Johnson: Sudden Coffee
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Bokasso from Ruby Coffee Roasters
Bryan Schiele: Ecuador La Guiglia from Peixoto Coffee
Shownotes
EP 54 - The Intersectionality Panel
Wikipedia: Intersectionality
Michelle’s Tamper Tantrum Talk - Laying the Groundwork for Diversity
Sprudge: At The Coffeewoman Panel: “Building Influence and Changing Power Structures”
Boss Barista Podcast
Barista Competition Needs a Refresh by Pete Licata
Maxwell Mooney’s Comments on Pete Licata’s Post
Barista Magazine: Degendering the Language of Customer Service by RJ Joseph
Barista Magazine: Cherry Roast: The All-Female Competition League You’ve Been Waiting For by Ashley Rodriguez
Barista Magazine: Hiring a Diverse Staff with Liz Dean of Irving Farm Coffee Roasters by Liz Dean
About Michelle Johnson:
2016 Sprudgie Award Winner for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Excellence
Creative Marketing Director at Barista Hustle
Founder of The Chocolate Barista
Follow Michelle on her personal Instagram or Twitter or at The Chocolate Barista on Instagram or Twitter
At the Global Coffee Expo in Seattle, we had the opportunity to sit in on a truly inspirational panel called "Intersectionality, Building Influence, and Changing Power Structures" moderated by Michelle Johnson of The Chocolate Barista & Tracy Ging, co-founder of the Coffeewoman. The panel was focussed on gender, race, and inequality, and how to remove barriers and foster change within the coffee industry. On the next episode, we'll talk more with Michelle Johnson, so stay tuned!
Panel's Description
While topics of gender have accelerated in the past couple of years, those discussions have almost exclusively centered on white women. The lack of intersectionality hinders our ability to achieve true diversity and inclusion. The fact is, women of color and those who identify outside of the CIS-normative, experience a unique set of challenges that often go unheard. This panel aims to elevate those perspectives while discussing how to remove barriers, build influence, and foster the change needed for greater representation and a more collaborative, compassionate and creative approach within the coffee industry.
Moderators
Michelle Johnson - founder of The Chocolate Barista
Tracy Ging - co-founder of The Coffee Woman
Panelists
Tymika Lawrence - Genuine Origin
Phyllis Johnson - BD Imports
Liz Dean - Irving Farm Coffee Roasters
Jenn Chen - Freelance Coffee Marketer
Meister - Cafe Imports
Shownotes
Sprudge: At The Coffeewoman Panel: “Building Influence and Changing Power Structures”
The Chocolate Barista: One Step Forward, Two Steps Sideways: How White Feminism Is Holding Coffee Back
This past weekend we attended the Global Coffee Expo in Seattle where we were able to interview some amazing people in the specialty coffee industry. The first episode in a series of those interviews, we're talking about the cost of coffee with the producer of some of the worlds most expensive and prized coffees - Graciano Cruz, as well as a long-time veteran of the coffee industry in LA who recently started selling cups for just $1, Tonx.
Shownotes
Ally Coffee
Graciano's Los Lajones Estate
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LocoL
YESPLZ
Tonx: LocoL and a One Buck Cup of Coffee
NYT: Has Coffee Gotten Too Fancy?
Eater: Why LocoL's $1 Coffee Brand Matters
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In case you hadn't heard, one of our own, Mr. Brian Beyke, is has qualified to compete in this year's national Brewers Cup competitions in Seattle, WA. We're talking at length about his road leading up to the qualifiers as well as what he's doing to prepare for brewing on the big stage. Lots of goodies in this episode ... we hope you enjoy!
What We're Drinking
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Bedhatu Jibicho from Roseline Coffee
Brian Beyke: Colombia Cerro Azul AAA from Steadfast Coffee
Shownotes
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Sprudge :: The Complete List of 2017 #Coffeechamps Qualifier Finalists
Sprudge :: Coffee on Instagram: Abandon Coffee
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We’ve been talking about talking about water for a while, but we’re excited to start a discussion on the topic with Taylor Minor and Charles Nick of Third Wave Water. We talk about the importance of water for brewing, regional water preferences, and how their product can help equalize such an important factor like water.
What We're Drinking
Charles Nick: Costa Rica La Loma from One Line Coffee
Taylor Minor: Kenya Windbrush AB from Telemetry Coffee
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Aricha from Tandem Coffee
Bryan Schiele: Colombia Alto de La Cruz from Penrose Coffee
Shownotes
Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood — Water chemistry and its impact on coffee flavour
Water for Coffee Book
La Marzocco Water Article
Sprudge: Why Do Food Media Elites Hate Third Wave Water?
Daily Coffee News: Third Wave Water Aims to Float All Boats For Quality, Consistency
Barista Hustle: Juliette Water Recipe
Gear Patrol: Third Wave Water Is Here to Improve Your Morning Coffee
Eater: Third Wave Water Is Here, So the End Must Be Nigh
Independent: Third Wave Water: How hipsters finally ruined coffee
Food & Wine: Can Tiny Capsules Make Your Coffee Taste Better?
Thrillist: Enhance Your Hipster Coffee with $10 Third Wave Water
Refinery29:
Third-Wave Water Arrives, Coffee Snobbery Has Peaked
TheBlaze: Commentary: Hipsters manage to ruin coffee
5 Senses 70/30
Find Third Wave Water Online
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We're humbled and honored that IBMOC has been nominated in this year's Sprudgie awards for Best Coffee Podcast! Head over to sprudge.com/vote before January 1st, 2017 to cast your vote.
When it comes to combining coffee culture with great design, there’s no one working harder to fill the void than The Department of Brewology. We’re honored to welcome longtime friends of the show, David Salinas and Brett Cannon, to talk about how the company's inception, their current and past projects, and much much more. Listen along for a few juicy spoilers about what’s coming up next year!
What We're Drinking
David Salinas: Ethiopia Biftu Gudina from Koppi
Brett Cannon: Colombia Obraje Geisha from Peixoto Coffee
Brian Beyke: Holiday 2016 Blend from Ceremony Coffee Roasters
Bryan Schiele: Costa Rica Las Lajas from Peixoto Coffee
Shownotes
Department of Brewology
Sprudge: Department of Brewology Launches Curated Roaster Collaboration Series
The Inefficiency Podcast - Episode 15 - The Art & Science of Handcrafted Coffee
Socratic Coffee
Third Wave Water
Caffeine Magazine
New York City Transit Authority Standard Graphics Manual
National Aeronautics & Space Administration Standard Graphics Manual
Bill O’Reilly - We’re doing it Live
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David’s non-coffee work at Anchor & Buffalo
Visions of coffee dancing in your head this holiday season? We're back to talk about some great gift ideas for the coffee lover in your life. From blends to brewers, geishas to gift subscriptions, we're covering our favorite coffees and products to fit any budget.
What We're Drinking
Brian Beyke: Kenya Symon Mariku from Novel on the V60
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Kayon Mountain from 49th Parallel on the Ratio Eight
Show Notes
District of Coffee: Brew Methods at Home
Sprudge: 21 Merry Holiday Coffee Blends
Kuma's Bear Claus
Velton's Holiday Blend
Ruby's Cheers Holiday Blend
Department of Brewology Prints
Department of Brewology Caffeind Pins
Intelligentsia Holiday Sweater
Handground Precision Coffee Grinder
I Brew My Own Coffee - Episode 32 - From the Farm with Wilford Lamastus
Verve's Green Tip Gesha
PT's Mario Carnaval Geisha
Mudhouse Finca La Mula Geisha
Third Wave Witchteln
Prima's Global Customized Water
Prima Coffee: Holiday Gifts for Every Budget
Nick Cho's December Dripper
Sudden's Holiday Stocking Stuffer
Daily Coffee News: Premium Instant Purveyor Sudden Coffee Secures $2.7 Million Investment
Mistobox Gift Subscription
We're happy to welcome Steve Rhinehart, brand lead for Prima Coffee, back to the show for a discussion about crafting the perfect pumpkin spice syrup and what you need to know to get started with making espresso at home.
What We're Drinking
Steve Rhinehart: PanamaEsmerelda Geisha from La Colombe
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Guji from Methodical
Bryan Schiele: Kenya Karatina AA from Variety
Show Notes
Prima Coffee
Prima Coffee's Blog
Prima: Pumpkin Spice Made Perfect Recipe
Prima: Using a Lever Machine at Home
Prima: The Palm-sized Secret to Better Espresso
Sprudge: First Look at the New La Marzocco Linea Mini
Baratza Sette 270
Decent Espresso
Breville Dual Boiler
Breville Barista Express
About Steve Rhinehart:
Brand Lead for Prima Coffee
Occasional barista for Quills Coffee
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We're talking with Kalle Freese, two-time Finnish barista champion and CEO of Sudden Coffee, about the challenges of a booming instant coffee company and how they've managed to balance great coffee with convenience and approachability.
What We're Drinking
Kalle Freese: Ethiopia Bokasso from 49th Parallel
Brian Beyke: Kenya Ndaroini from Populace Coffee
Bryan Schiele: Honduras Santa Barbara from Methodical Coffee
Shownotes
Episode 39 - Surprises in Coffee
Sudden Coffee
Sprudge: The $6 Cup Of Instant Coffee
New York Times: Instant Coffee You’ll Actually Want to Drink
Food & Wine Magazine: Instant Coffee Can Actually Taste Good
Ric Rhinehart - What is Specialty Coffee?
What is Specialty Coffee?
James Hoffmann - When Speciality Stops Being Special
About Kalle Freese and Sudden Coffee:
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Visit Sudden Coffee
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He's Baaaack! We're talking to our good friend Maxwell Mooney all about his new pop up coffee shop called Narrative Coffee in Everett, Washington. He spills the beans on what it took to set up shop and gives advice for anyone thinking about setting up a pop up of their own.
What We're Drinking
Maxwell Mooney: Kenya Kieni PB from Passion House Coffee
Brian Beyke: Kenya Ndocha from Jacu
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Kayon Mountain from Quills Coffee
Shownotes
Episode 41 - Coffee Science with Maxwell Mooney
Coffee Compass: Narrative Coffee Pops Up in Everett, Washington
Sprudge: Narrative Coffee: A Story From Everett, Washington
Brandon Paul Weaver on Twitter
About Maxwell Mooney and Narrative Coffee:
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Visit narrative.coffee
Follow Maxwell Mooney on his Personal Instagram, his Latte Art Instagram or Twitter
Do you enjoy beating the summer heat with a chilly coffee beverage? We're back one year later to revisit our discussion about cold coffee preparations and to cover some of the interesting developments since our last discussion.
What We're Drinking
Brian Beyke: Costa Rica Rafelillo from Populace Coffee
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Shakiso from Ruby Coffee
Shownotes
Episode 19 - Cold Coffee
Mistobox: The Only Cold Brew and Iced Coffee Guide You’ll Ever Need
Ice Ice Baby - A Closer Look At Brewing Cold Coffee by Kalle Freese
Iconic Cocktail Company
Slate Coffee Cans
La Colombe Draft Latte
Prima: What Everyone Ought to Know About Iced Coffee & Cold Brew
Prima: 5 Delightful Iced Coffee Drinks for Summer
We're back with a whole episode where we answer your emails from the past few weeks about coffee storage, gear maintenance, our worst cafe experiences, and much more. We'd love to hear from you on these topics as well! Use #IBMOCtalk on social media or via email!
What We're Drinking
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Shakiso from Populace Coffee
Brian Beyke: Colombia Cerro Azul AAA from Steadfast Coffee
Shownotes
Quills Coffee
New Quills Roastery
Sweet Maria's Coffee Tin with Valve
The Coffee Compass: Nine Reasons You Need Some Cafiza in Your Life
Cafiza Powder
Brian's Clean Grinder
Brian's Soap of Choice
Dyson V6 Hand Vacuum
We're talking with Jake Miller and Hanna McPhee from Fellow, the makers of the Duo Coffee Steeper and the Stagg Kettle, all about the challenges of Kickstarter, how they design and build beautiful coffee gear, and we even get a sneak peak into their upcoming lineup of products.
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What We're Drinking
Hanna McPhee: Concorde Seasonal Blend from Supersonic Coffee
Jake Miller: Guji Natural from Supersonic Coffee
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Chelelektu from Phil & Sebastian
Bryan Schiele: Panama Hartmann Maragogype from Phil & Sebastian
Shownotes
Duo Coffee Steeper
Stagg Kettle
Joey Mug
Duo Coffee Steeper Kickstarter Page
Blog: Free Supersonic with Purchase
Blog: Failing Through Kickstarter Prototypes
About Fellow
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With the launch of the revolutionary new Sette grinder in sight, we're honored to have Baratza's cofounder and mechanical genius Kyle Anderson join us on the show. This episode is packed with great information about Baratza's history, their current lineup, the unique technology and features of the Sette grinder, and some startling revelations about Baratza's plans for the Sette and future roadmap near the end.
What We're Drinking
Kyle Anderson: Burundi Mikuba from Olympia Coffee Roasters
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Dumerso Natural from Steadfast Coffee on the Chemex
Brian Beyke: Espresso Correct from Populace Coffee as Espresso
Shownotes
Starbucks Barista Burr Grinder
Baratza's Current Grinder Lineup
Baratza Sette 270 and 270W
Baratza's Team
The Sette Grinder - A(nother) Potential Game Changer from Baratza - Mark Prince
VIDEO: Sette 270 Review by Whole Latte Love
Sette 270 Review on Home Barista
About Baratza
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On this episode we've bellied up to the slow bar for a rapid-fire chat about the science of coffee with Maxwell Mooney from Spotted Cow Coffee in Mill Creek, WA. We're going back to brass tacks about the nerdier points of extraction, ratios, batch sizes, roast levels, agitation, water temperature and much, much more.
What We're Drinking
Maxwell Mooney: Kenya Othaya from Slate Coffee Roasters on the V60
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Idido from Novel Coffee Roasters on the Cupping Table
Bryan Schiele: Kenya Kifahari from Augie's Coffee on the Chemex
Shownotes
Corner of the Cafe's Spotted Cow Christmas Blend Review
Corner of the Cafe's Spotted Cow Reviews
Barista Hustle: Coffee Extraction
Barista Hustle: Coffee Compass
SCAA Home Brewer Certification
Coffee Chemistry: Brewing Fundamentals
About Maxwell Mooney and Spotted Cow:
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Visit spottedcowcoffeecompany.com
How do coffee shops source green coffee? What does it mean that coffee is a seasonal product? Is there really such a thing as a good decaf coffee? We're honored to be joined on this episode by Mike Marquard and Evan Jones of Blueprint Coffee in Saint Louis, Missouri to answer these questions and many, many more.
What We're Drinking
Evan Jones: Colombia William Cardona from Roseline Coffee Roasters on the V60
Mike Marquard: Colombia Carlos Imbachi from Kaldi's Coffee
Bryan Schiele: Ethiopia Biftu Gudina from 49th Parallel on the Ratio Eight
Brian Beyke: Panama Carlin's Geisha from Phil & Sebastian on the Kalita Wave
Shownotes
Emma Sage - Tasting Experience our Five Senses
Cafe Imports Harvest Schedule
Phil & Sebastian Harvest Schedule
Counter Culture Coffee Seasonality
Sweet Maria's Coffee Production Timetable
Blueprint Coffee: Beauty in Precision
About Blueprint Coffee:
blueprintcoffee.com
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There sure have been some intriguing developments in coffee so far this year! On this episode we're sharing our lists of some notable surprises in coffee as well as giving a sneak peak about some of the exciting episodes and guests we've got lined up for the coming weeks.
What We're Drinking
Brian Beyke: Ethiopia Guji Natural from Supersonic Coffee as Espresso
Bryan Schiele: ¡Viva! Espresso Blend from Augies Coffee as Espresso
Brian Beyke's Top Surprises
Impressive Regions
Sudden Coffee
The Cacao Connection
Bryan Schiele's Top Surprises
Responses to Recommends
Coffee Kickstarters
The Baratza Sette
Links and Shownotes
Vanilla Syrup Recipe
Cocoa Syrup Recipe
IBMOC Recommends
Monday AeroPress Club
The Stubby Recipe
Sudden Coffee
A Q&A with Kalle
Science Coffee Portakey
The RAFINO - Coffee Grind Refining System
Handground Precision Coffee Grinder
The Food Podcast 006 - The Chocolate Garage
The Portafilter Podcast - Craft Chocolate and The New Podcast Team
Marou Tien Giang 70%
The Baratza Sette 270
The Baratza Sette 270W
well, where is that amazing invention he is talking about?