Hey Folks,
On August 19-22 I had the privilege of attending the 10th Annual Roasters Guild Retreat at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA. Guild retreats are an amazing opportunity for a number of reasons. While getting the opportunity to attend classes, workshops and gain accreditation, attendees also get to discuss issues with each other, talk shop, [...]
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Dispatch from The Roasters Guild Retreat 2010
News from the Roaster: Espresso!
For something so small, espresso shots have a big impact on our lives. They’re the heart of every cappuccino, latte, mocha, and caramel macchiato that we drink. They are the source of our morning energy, and the afternoon boost we need to finish the day. For some of us, a day without espresso is as [...]
51 coffees, 22 judges, 5 days, Indescribable experience
The days started with a small breakfast by the pool, then it was off to the local coffee school. It was here that we would be cupping the best of the best from Nicaragua. There were 22 judges from every corner of the world that came together to taste and critique these coffees. The week [...]
Super Taster Test
I have heard about different ways to assess the capacity of human beings to taste. Last month, I found an article in a prestigious coffee magazine about a test regarding the ability to perceive flavors. Researchers in institutes such as the UF Smell and Taste Center, have studied the correlation between the number of fungiform [...]
