Flavor quality

Shelf-life testing protocols

Shelf-life testing protocols

How roasters and researchers establish shelf-life testing protocols to evaluate roasted coffee freshness, flavor retention, and packaging performance.

Oxygen absorbers and indicators

Oxygen absorbers and indicators

How oxygen absorbers and indicators are used in coffee packaging to extend shelf life and provide quality assurance.

Flavor impacts of decaf methods

Flavor impacts of decaf methods

How different decaffeination methods affect coffee flavor, body, and aroma, and what this means for specialty coffee drinkers.

Descaling protocols and risks

Descaling protocols and risks

How descaling works in espresso machines, when to apply it, and the potential risks if done incorrectly.

Cupping-style brews for evaluation

Cupping-style brews for evaluation

How cupping-style immersion brews are used to evaluate coffee quality, consistency, and defects in a standardized way.