Roasted beans

Nitrogen flushing and MAP

Nitrogen flushing and MAP

How nitrogen flushing and Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) are used to preserve roasted coffee freshness by controlling oxygen exposure.

Ethiopian buna ceremony

Ethiopian buna ceremony

The traditional Ethiopian buna (coffee) ceremony, its rituals, and cultural importance as a cornerstone of hospitality and community.

Essential gear and upgrade path

Essential gear and upgrade path

The core equipment every home coffee brewer should start with, and a suggested upgrade path for improving quality and consistency over time.

Blooming and degassing strategy

Blooming and degassing strategy

Why blooming and degassing are essential in filter brewing, and how to optimize this step for better extraction and flavor.

Batch records and QC logs

Batch records and QC logs

How to use batch records and QC logs to maintain consistency, traceability, and continuous improvement in coffee quality.

Resting and degassing post-roast

Resting and degassing post-roast

This topic covers the essential post-roast phase, focusing on resting coffee to allow degassing and stabilize flavors before brewing.