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Black Autumn ShowCommon Fungi and Diseases that Affect Coffee Plants | Black Autumn Show Episode 39Prodigal Coffee- https://getprodigal.com/
Episode 39 covers everything you need to know about diseases and fungus that grow and affect the growth of coffee plants. We shine light on the unknown nature and hardships of farming and producing coffee. 
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2024-04-0235 minBlack Autumn ShowWhy Do Particle Size Distributions Matter?Also I am so sorry but the video for this episode was having some issues so it is only audio today!!
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In this episode, we explore the intricate science of particle size distributions within the realm of coffee. From the grind size's impact on flavor extraction to the importance of uniformity in brewing techniques, we delve into how understanding these particles enhances the coffee experience. Join us as we uncover the secrets behind the perfect cup, revealing the fascinating...
2024-03-2229 minBlack Autumn ShowCold Brew Extractions and How They WorkToday we cover cold brew and all of it’s methods/recipes. Cold Brew is a distinctive method of extraction that stands out due to its unique characteristics. It requires a significant amount of time, often much longer than other brewing methods, which adds to its unique appeal. Additionally, there are numerous approaches to creating Cold Brew, each with their own set of steps and nuances, further adding to the complexity and allure of this particular brewing method.
2024-02-2932 minBlack Autumn ShowEspresso Machine Anatomy: How it WorksA lot goes into espresso machines, including pumps, water intake, and steam wands. All of these factors rely on other internal components to work. Every price point has different styles of internals and work differently. So we cover every price-point today and all of the internal jobs!
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2023-12-0737 minBlack Autumn ShowPractices to Better your Palette and Expand your TasteTasting coffee and speaking what you are tasting is a very complex thing to do. So how can you better yourself and achieve this? Well there are many things that can help expand your palette and get you closer to your dream of maybe being a Q-grader our professional taster. So today we cover these practices that can help expand your palette!
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2023-11-3038 minBlack Autumn ShowIs Dead Espresso Just a Myth?Ever heard the term "Dead Espresso," and wondered what it truly meant? A lot of people use this term in reference to the oxidation process. Except this use of 'dead' is completely invalid and inconsistent; as it relies on origin, process method, and extraction time. Tune in today to see how the term is false and what the oxidation process actually effects.
2023-11-2332 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Innovative Art of Espresso Extraction Stages (Espresso Theory Part 4)Much like the art of painting, the extraction stages in espresso follow a creative process. Pre-infusion preps the canvas, infusion is the painting with extraction time and pressure as tools, and post-infusion is letting it dry. In this episode, we explore the science behind these stages, discovering the keys to achieving the perfect espresso shots.
2023-11-1631 minBlack Autumn ShowExtracting Espresso: Utilizing every Factor to its Fullest PotentialIn episode 21 releasing this Thursday, August 31, we cover Espresso Extractions: Utilizing every Factor to its Fullest Potential! There’s a lot to cover in this episode including every step in extracting a good shot of espresso. I’m super excited to bring this episode to you guys to share my ways and thoughts on espresso extractions! I’m also super excited about our highlight coffee this episode….Hope you all enjoy!!
2023-11-1633 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Importance of Establishing Quality StandardsQuality standards are huge and make or break coffee shops, especially newer coffee shops. They are an easy way to ensure consistency and quality. It is also super easy to mess up, and lots of big shops nowadays are money hungry and not focusing on quality standards. It’s super important but takes some effort.
2023-11-0931 minBlack Autumn ShowAcidity VS Alkalinity: The Right BalanceAcidity is a commonly misinterpreted word used in coffee to describe sour-esque and bright notes. This is very commonly mistaken by newer people in coffee. So what is acidity? What is alkalinity? These two work hand in hand to make sure your cup of coffee is spectacular every single time, with a little bit of work done by you. How do we measure these? There is a scale called PH that is used to determine these levels. Figure out how to do all of this and more in Episode 30!
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2023-11-0237 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Varietals of Specialty Coffee: How do they Vary?Today we explore the world of coffee varietals, their shapes, and the fascinating impact these characteristics have on the coffee's unique flavor profiles. Varietals are very fascinating and so much fun to learn and memorize!
2023-10-2632 minBlack Autumn ShowFourth Wave Coffee: Better Quality or Just a Myth?The fourth wave is just a rumor going around and no one knows whether it is actually viable for the coffee industry or just a myth. I had so many questions on whether or not it’s real or just a rumor. After third wave coffee, how much better in quality can we get? That’s the question I had so I researched and found some answers. This episode ie about the bridge over to fourth wave and how it can be achievable, if it even can be.
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2023-10-1936 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Sustainability of Home RoastingHome Roasting is a smaller community on the rise! But how sustainable is it? Is the target audience for home/daily use? Or is it for small home roaster businesses? That's the question we are devoted to answer today. Covering the sustainability of roasters, styles of roasters, advantages, and my top picks!
Grab some Black and White Coffee today- https://www.blackwhiteroasters.com
Check out the Kaliedo Roasters- https://kaleidoroasters.com
Check out the Ailio Bullet- https://aillio.com/?product=bullet-roaster-r1
2023-10-1733 minBlack Autumn ShowMath and Coffee: Answers Through the NumbersIn this episode, we're exploring the fascinating world of coffee brewing, with a focus on Extraction Yield % and TDS %. These two numbers hold the key to unlocking the perfect cup of coffee, and we're here to break them down for you, making sure you can savor your daily brew like a pro.
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Black Autumn ShowThe Sustainability of Home RoastingHome Roasting is a smaller community on the rise! But how sustainable is it? Is the target audience for home/daily use? Or is it for small home roaster businesses? That's the question we are devoted to answer today. Covering the sustainability of roasters, styles of roasters, advantages, and my top picks!
Grab some Black and White Coffee today- https://www.blackwhiteroasters.com
Check out the Kaliedo Roasters- https://kaleidoroasters.com
Check out the Ailio Bullet- https://aillio.com/?product=bullet-roaster-r1
2023-10-1533 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Sustainability of Home RoastingHome Roasting is a smaller community on the rise! But how sustainable is it? Is the target audience for home/daily use? Or is it for small home roaster businesses? That's the question we are devoted to answer today. Covering the sustainability of roasters, styles of roasters, advantages, and my top picks!
Grab some Black and White Coffee today- https://www.blackwhiteroasters.com
Check out the Kaliedo Roasters- https://kaleidoroasters.com
Check out the Ailio Bullet- https://aillio.com/?product=bullet-roaster-r1
2023-10-1233 minBlack Autumn ShowMath and Coffee: Answers Through the NumbersIn this episode, we're exploring the fascinating world of coffee brewing, with a focus on Extraction Yield % and TDS %. These two numbers hold the key to unlocking the perfect cup of coffee, and we're here to break them down for you, making sure you can savor your daily brew like a pro.
2023-10-0532 minBlack Autumn ShowCoffee + Technology: Convenience Over Quality?Is technology taking over specialty coffee? Today we dive into the world of pourer machines. Are they just convenient or actually good for quality? Thats our main question as we want to find out, truly, are they investments of quality? Or a wast of time and money?
2023-09-2933 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Art of Flash Chilling: The Science and CraftIn episode 24, we dive head first into another temperature forward episode, this time, flash chilling!!
We cover everything you need to know about flash chilling. Including the history l, dating back to Japan 1960 and why we do it, as well as executing the process and how to brew it, to even a VS segment between flash chilling and cold brew, talking about how they differ.
2023-09-2133 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Practice of Freezing Coffee: Pros and ConsIn this intriguing episode, we delve into the captivating world of freezing coffee and the transformative effects it has on your daily brew. Join us as we uncover the science behind freezing beans, exploring how it preserves flavor compounds, extends freshness, and unlocks new dimensions of taste.
2023-09-1427 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Art of Adding Fruit to Coffee: Benefits and DrawbacksEpisode 22 is a new wave for Black Autumn, we feature 2 new segments featuring some content creators and a brand new product! Besides that, we also cover a main topic of fruit! We talk about fruit and it’s advantages with coffee as well as it’s disadvantages! Hope everyone enjoys!!
2023-09-0731 minBlack Autumn ShowPourover Theory: The Basics to Making Coffee with EaseIn episode 20, we dive into Pourovers! This is my favorite way of brewing at home! During this episode we cover 3 main topics exploring the ease of making coffee at home and how it will dramatically increase your brewing experience and quality! I am super excited to introduce this episode as a good starting point for any new comers to the show!! I also cover some BTS of Black Autumn and what I have planned🤫Also this is the first episode in my new setup!!!!Love you guys!!
2023-08-2529 minBlack Autumn ShowAromatics and Their Impact on Specialty CoffeeBlack & White Roasters: https://www.blackwhiteroasters.com/
Haroo is Unfortunately Unavailable :(
Inside of Episode 19, which releases this Thursday (August 17th), I have decided to cover a very important aspect in coffee….. AROMA! I chose 3 main ‘mini’-topics under the category of ‘Aromatics’ , the first of the 3 being “How we Receive Aromatics”. This ‘mini’-topic will cover how our nose processes aromatics in different ways. The second ‘mini’-topic being, “The Effects on Tasting”. This ‘mini’-topic was chosen in order to relate how we perceive aromatics and how it changes how we taste the coffee, based off of the aromatics. Th...
2023-08-1725 minBlack Autumn ShowSeeing Exponential Results from Bar Flow and OrganizationEpisode 18, which drops on this Thursday August 10th, is covering bar flow + organization! This topic has been super interesting to me lately because we just moved to a new location in our shop and have been working hard at making a bar flow that makes sense for us! I thought since we have been through several different styles of bar flow, I might as well cover an episode over it to inform you guys what I’ve learned and why bar flow and organization is SUPER important and will dramatically improve the overall experience and environment at your shop!
2023-08-1028 minBlack Autumn ShowCrucial Elements of Latte ArtEver curious on how to get latte art? In this episode we cover the why of steaming and why it's important. We also cover the different pitcher tips and styles and how to find the one you are comfortable with.
2023-07-2024 minBlack Autumn ShowCrucial Factors to Consider When Dialing in a New CoffeeWhy is it important to dial in recipes for different coffees? That’s the question we answer and dive into today! Every coffee has its own unique flavor profile and it needs its own recipe to compliment said flavor profile. Today I cover the importance of dialing in new recipes and the most important factors to consider and diagnose.
2023-07-1024 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Essential Principles of CuppingToday we cover the essential principles of Cupping. As cupping is a very important practice in coffee and allows us to taste the true flavor and body of the coffee. We will cover everything from cupping equipment to the different stages in cupping. Including tasting and how your tongue picks up taste receptacles and how your brain then correlates it to a flavor profile.
2023-07-0429 minBlack Autumn ShowProcedures to get a Perfect ExtractionCan't get perfect extractions? Can't figure out why? This episode is your tool, I cover everything you should be doing and even extra options that will further advance your extractions. We cover everything including Bean Prep, Filter Prep, Water Prep, Brewing Process, and even Espresso Prep.
2023-06-2623 minBlack Autumn ShowProcessing Methods and Their Sustaining Affect on CoffeeEver curious about why different processing methods taste different? Or maybe how are they different? In today's episode we cover both of those. We will cover washed, natural, fermentation, and honey-process. As well as how each one differs from each other taste wise and we cover the sustainability on the farm side of each method.
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2023-06-1927 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Key Principals Between Cone and Flat-Bottom BrewingEver wondered why people choose to brew with a cone brewer or a flat brewer? Well there are several key principals that I cover in the episode. A lot of these principals change everything about your extraction and final cup of coffee. Keys ranging from grind size to extraction times to even flavor differences, they are polar opposites. Towards the end, I make two cups using a cone and flat bottom to determine if you really can taste the differences.
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2023-06-1219 minBlack Autumn ShowCore Differences Between Commercial and Home EspressoEver Wanted to start you own home espresso setup, but don’t know how? Regular at a coffee shop? Well you’re going to want different equipment to pull the best quality espresso at home. The home espresso people also have different methods and rituals to pull shots that are vital to learn if you’re interested in starting. So today we cover the equipment and methods you’ll want to know and the main differences between what you see at a shop, and what you’ll want at home.
2023-06-0521 minBlack Autumn ShowEspresso Theory Part 3: Finding the Best Extraction Tools for Home EspressoHaving trouble with your espresso shots? Need some assistance? Here is some “spro tools” to help your shots. We are covering everything from portafilters to baskets to tampers & distributors. We talk about why some of these might be for you or maybe why some of these aren’t for you. Listen to the end to maybe find a new tool to assist you with espresso at home!
2023-05-2925 minBlack Autumn ShowLongevity of RDT in CoffeeWhat is RDT ( Ross Droplet Technique ) ? And how does it affect your coffee? Today I uncover the true science behind RDT as well as the longevity and sustainability of it. I also dive deep into new and upcoming techniques that might take over RDT, negative ions. Are the more efficient and cheaper in the long run? Only time will tell, but the science we cover can predict it.
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2023-05-2225 minBlack Autumn ShowSustainability of Water Profiles in Specialty CoffeeShould pre-making water by recipes be a new ritual in coffee? Today's topic is just that, how sustainable is water profiling? What's the best practice to perfect your water quality? We answer those today covering Q-graders, Brewers Competitions, Home-Brewing, and Commercial Environments. Even covering different brewing methods and the 'pros' to water profiles in each category.
2023-05-1521 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Significance of Water: The Factors That MatterEver curious what factors inside your water truly matter? Well today we unpack these important factors and talk about the "do's" and "don'ts" of water and dialing in. Whether it range from water temperature to even water quality and the compounds that make up the water, we go over that today.
2023-05-0827 minBlack Autumn ShowCorrelations Between Coffee and Music | Tasting and Effects in the BrainMusic has a huge impact on our society. It controls a lot of peoples feelings and emotions, but did you know music can also affect the way you taste your coffee? There is a lot of scientific researches done about the effect of music on your brain which in return, affect your senses. Music is also the staple in coffee shops, and different genres affect what your customer is tasting as well as how long they will stay and drink coffee. These are all factors to be uncovered in episode 6.
2023-05-0123 minBlack Autumn ShowEspresso Theory Part 2: Searching for a Grinder | Flat Burr vs. ConicalJust as important as finding a perfect high quality espresso machine, it is equally important to buy a high quality espresso grinder, and there are several different factors to consider when looking for a grinder. First thing to consider is your price-point. After determining your price-point and whether you want a single dose or not, we will cover the specifics of burr size and shape. In the end it's all up to you and your personal preference.
2023-04-2411 minBlack Autumn ShowInfluential Variables of Coffee that Affect the Roasting ProcessWhen growing coffee there are several factors that play into how the coffee will develop during roast and how it will taste when brewed. We are unpacking each of those factors individually and what they rely on in order to come out at its best quality. Including sun, wind, shade, and elevation. More specifically we cover the photosynthesis process and its affect on the glucose compounds, as well as the cellular structure of a coffee plant. We then cover altitude and why arabica is grown at a certain height. Finally, we uncover how these factors relate to roasting including...
2023-04-1724 minBlack Autumn ShowEspresso Theory: Part 1 | Choosing the Right Espresso MachineThis is just the start of my espresso theory series guiding everyone to pulling AMAZING espresso at home. Looking to buy an espresso machine? This episode we unfold the necessities to look for in your machine. Topics include price-point, upgradability, and parts availability. This will include the basics of what to look for in a machine for all price ranges, $100-300, $400-600, and $1000+. Anyone and everyone can benefit from this episode. Hope you guys have a wonderful day!:)
2023-04-1015 minBlack Autumn ShowInto the Brew-Sphere: The Basics of PourOvers | The Why? and The How?This is a new series in addition to the Black Autumn Coffee Podcast, "The Brew-Sphere" where I aim to dive into more science of technical "WHY" and "HOW" about different topics and important resources to have knowledge about. Todays episode we uncover PourOvers, and the resources as well as knowledge you'll need to make one of your own! Even if you are already knowledgeable in PourOvers, we dive into more technical and advanced teachings and practices so any skill level will find this useful!
2023-04-0313 minBlack Autumn ShowThe Influence of Heat in the World of CoffeeToday we dive deep into how heat reacts with the coffee from roasting, to brewing, to taste and aroma. We cover the main components of roasting and how heat and time affects the final outcome of the coffee. Then we into the chemical reactions that occur when brewing coffee, and how the heat reacts and makes the true taste of the coffee. Finally we wrap up in the topic of tasting and the aroma of the coffee. This ties hand in hand with the brewing process and how it’s brewed.
2023-03-2717 min
Black Autumn ShowWhat Elevates the Specialty Coffee Experience? | Coffee Shop Aesthetics | Roasting Knowledge | Brewing MethodsIn this first episode of Black Autumn Coffee Podcast we cover many topics under the subject of "What Elevates the Specialty Coffee Experience?" these topics range from Coffee Shop Aesthetics to Roasting Knowledge and even Brewing Methods.
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In the “Black Autumn Coffee Podcast” we will discuss what sets specialty coffee and “third-wave” shops apart from everything else. I will be covering topics ranging from growing coffee to green buying to roasting to brewing. I will have many dedicated episodes to brewing techniques. We will a...
2023-03-2026 minBlack Autumn ShowWelcome to Black Autumn CoffeeI aim to target a variety of people around the world, some who are familiar with specialty coffee and some who are not. I am driven to reach everyone possible and expand their knowledge in the coffee world. I strive to teach the world about specialty coffee and all it has to offer.
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