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| Reflections on Gender Equality in the Specialty Coffee Industry |
Sitting in a quiet corner of iO Coffee, I savor a rich espresso brewed from Fine Robusta beans from Future Coffee farm in Lâm Đồng. As...

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Jun 14, 20242 min read


Specialty Coffee | Challenges and Solutions For The Logistics
What is Specialty Coffee Logistics? Specialty coffee logistics refers to the specialized management and coordination of the movement,...

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Jun 12, 20241 min read


8 Trending Technologies in Specialty Coffee Roasting
The specialty coffee roasting industry continuously innovates with modern technologies to enhance quality and efficiency. Here are eight...

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Jun 10, 20242 min read


The Roaster :: I Am Just the Gatekeeper!
In the world of tiny coffee beans, there is a special yet often overlooked figure: the coffee roaster. They are the gatekeepers,...

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Jun 7, 20242 min read


| Introduction to Vietnamese Coffee Culture |
Vietnam boasts over 300,000 restaurants and coffee shops, offering a rich and diverse culinary experience for locals and tourists alike....

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Jun 6, 20242 min read


The Coffee Supply Chain | the Role of Specialty Coffee Roasters in Vietnam | From Cultivation to Roasting
1. Terroir/Origin: Farmers: In Vietnam, particularly with Robusta coffee, soil, minerals, terrain, and weather play crucial roles in...

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Jun 6, 20242 min read


| Introduction to Quang Tri Coffee, Khe Sanh |
Quang Tri is one of the provinces in Central Vietnam, famous for producing high-quality Arabica coffee. Particularly, the Khe Sanh area,...

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Jun 5, 20243 min read


Buon Ma Thuot | Leading Vietnam's Central Highlands Coffee Industry
Buon Ma Thuot, located in Dak Lak province, stands at the forefront of Vietnam's coffee production, renowned for its high-quality Robusta...

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Lam Dong Province | A Premier Region in Vietnam's Coffee Industry
Lam Dong, in Vietnam's Central Highlands, is a key coffee-producing region, contributing significantly to both domestic and international...

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Jun 4, 20241 min read


| Physical Changes During Coffee Roasting |
The roasting process significantly impacts the flavor and causes substantial physical changes in coffee beans. These changes,...

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Jun 4, 20242 min read


Coffee Roasting Profile | Pour-Over and Espresso
Flavor Profile a. Acidity Light Roasts: Lightly roasted beans, stopped at lower end temperatures, retain more acidity. This contributes...

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Coffee Roasting | Chemical Reactions
Maillard Reaction The Maillard reaction is a chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars that gives browned foods their...

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Jun 3, 20242 min read


Fine Robusta Coffee Roasting | How to Control of Final Roast Degree
The final roast degree plays a crucial role in the sugar caramelization process during coffee roasting. This process significantly...

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Jun 3, 20242 min read


Flow profiling for espresso
Flow profiling for espresso involves several variables and stages that can be adjusted to enhance the quality and consistency of the...

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May 29, 20242 min read


The Hilarious Journey of Coffee Through the Ages
The Origins of Coffee - Legendary Beginnings: It's the 900s BC, and our story begins with a goat herder named Kaldi in Ethiopia. Kaldi...

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May 28, 20242 min read


| Roaster Proposes, Green bean Disposes |
During the coffee post-harvest processing, mold, insect-damaged beans, and bacteria can have negative impacts on green coffee beans,...

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May 27, 20241 min read


| Boiling the Coffee Instead of Roasting? |
If we try to boil green coffee beans, the flavor won’t develop fully as it does with roasting because: Sufficient Temperature: When...

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May 27, 20241 min read


| Barista Proposes, Roaster Disposes |
The chemical reactions that occur during coffee roasting play a crucial role in creating the flavor of the coffee. Some specific...

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May 27, 20241 min read


Driving a Roaster | Just for Fun
Driving a car and roasting coffee share some similarities; both involve a blend of technical skill and artistry to achieve a perfect...

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May 27, 20241 min read


The Science of Roasting | Coffee vs. Meat
Coffee and meat share many similar chemical components and undergo similar chemical reactions when roasted or grilled. Here are the...

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May 27, 20241 min read
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