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The Complexity of Coffee, Part 3 of 3. In this episode, Joseph and Jesse are rejoined by Shawn ‘Coffeesmith’ Leib, as we discuss the complexity of coffee in itself, and as it compares to wine, in the final stage of production - the brewing and drinking of coffee. This show was recorded in December 2015, and features some coffee which is no longer available (we also bring up some references which w...

The Complexity of Coffee, Part 2 of 3 - Jesse and I continue our exploration on coffee complexity. Last episode we explored the complex nature of green coffee, from the simple aroma to everything involved in the production of coffee, getting it to the roaster. This episode we talk about taking that green coffee and roasting it. How does the roaster reconcile the raw nature of the coffee? How does...

This is the beginning of an ongoing series of short podcasts where we explore the unfathomable depths of the complex nature of coffee. Discover some of what makes coffee so undeniable fascinating to us. Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee - http://www.conduitcoffee.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...

Jesse and Joseph wax on about a year of coffee - resolutions made, resolutions broken, goals, challenges, and some fun upcoming stuff in coffee and the show. What Coffee Type Are You? Check out the fun new quiz: http://www.coffeeloversmag.com/coffee-type Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee - http://www.conduitcoffee.com Th...

A preview of the new Preserve and Gather in the Greenwood neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Check them out at http://www.preserveandgather.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit extractedmagazine.substack.com

This is the beginning of a new series of short episodes called 'Give a Crop About Your Cup' - where we explore the stories behind different coffees, talking to people in the industry, so you can understand why you should truly give a crop. This series will be interspersed, as we produce them, amongst other episodes. You will have noticed a little bit of a gap between this show and the last one - t...

I sit down and have a chat with Jake Paulson and Mike Steiner of Anchorhead Coffee - they are hot off their first place victory at America's Best Espresso competition, at Coffeefest Portland. Host: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit extra...

Jesse and I share our approach to exploring cafes. Learn how to discover your new cafe, and easily figure out if one cafe is right for you or not. As mentioned on the show, the Costa Rica is finally available, go grab a bag for yourself before it's gone - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com/costarica Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Condui...

In support of The Aeropress Down event - a local Aeropress brewing competition happening in Seattle at Morsel & Bean in Ballard on Nov 5th - we are sharing our favorite Aeropress recipes. I've included a short little bonus at the beginning of the show - this past week (after we recorded the show) I had the pleasure of interviewing Alan Adler, inventor of the Aeropress. He will be on the cover of t...

In this episode, we showcase the new Costa Rica coffee roasted by Conduit Coffee. Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee - http://www.conduitcoffee.com Sponsors: Craft Coffee Institute - https://www.craftcoffeeinstitute.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...

This Tuesday the acquisition of Stumptown by Peets Coffee and Tea was announced. We sat down to chat about what this could mean for Stumptown and it's customers, as well as some of the surrounding industry trends. Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee - http://www.conduitcoffee.com This is a public episode. If you would like...

Today we are joined by Neil Oney, Director of Coffee for Cloud City Coffee and El Diablo in Seattle - he is a wonderful person, and very knowledgable and skilled in the tasting of coffee. Cupping is a topic we have touched on a number of times - it is a tool we use frequently for discovery in coffee. We felt it important to dig in and talk about this process specifically. This show we perhaps trav...

What do you do if your coffee is too bitter? We explore not just some answers to this question, but exactly what bitter is and why coffee is often perceived this way. Featuring guest expert in coffee - Shaun 'Coffeesmith' Lieb Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee - http://www.conduitcoffee.com Guest Sponsor: The Craft Coffe...

We are back! After a summer lull, we are returning with Coffee Lovers Radio on a twice monthly basis (to start). We are also approaching this with a new plan - shows will be built around actionable topics. The idea being that you can take what you hear from us and go do awesome coffee related things. This show we talk all about 'The Bloom' - that part of brewing fresh coffee where the water first...

We finally got some Yemen! Jesse got his hands on some very fine Yemen Haraaz RED - which is proving to be the standout of the year, and is certainly one of the most unique coffees we have had the pleasure to enjoy. This episode we chat about our experience with this fine coffee - AND - you get a chance to order some yourself. Order a bag of this special Yemen coffee here (very limited supply, off...

Following up on the previous episode, we sat down and brewed through three different iced coffee methods. Iced coffee with the Hario Fretta Iced coffee with the Chemex Iced coffee with the Aeropress We go through how to brew the best iced coffee with each of these methods, and talk about the differences you can expect to experience. Hosts Joseph Robertson - Extracted Magazine - https://www.extract...

With summer starting to warm up our days, we sat down to have a chat about Iced Coffee. What are the main differences between iced coffee and hot coffee (aside from temperature)? What methods can you use, and why would you use them? Explore a number of options and share our experiences. Hosts: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lovers Magazine http://www.coffeeloversmag.com Jesse Nelson - Conduit Coffee -...

Happy 3 Year Anniversary to Conduit Coffee! On the show this week, we celebrate Conduit's three years. We sit down with Jesse Nelson and John Liberty, talking about the history of Conduit - favorite memories, hardest times, best coffee, and about what we can look forward to in the next three. In celebration of this time, we are giving away for free the Coffee Lovers Magazine Issue 8 - featuring th...

On the show this week, its hosts Joseph Robertson and Jesse Nelson with friend and guest, Francis. One ever present challenge in coffee is the drive and the search to reproduce experiences that we have had in the past. Following the Megacupping at Conduit after SCAA, we were interested in trying to reproduce a particular experience found in one of the cups. A natural Geisha, which gave the flavors...

Oh Yemeni Coffee. Oh Pearls on the Trees. Whoever Grows You Will Never Taste of Hunger Or Humiliation On this show this week, Jesse and I explore our experience with SCAA - with the big show now behind, we take a look back at just how overwhelming it was, and how much of an amazing experience that is. We also explore our MEGACUPPING - featuring 34 different coffees that we gathered over the course...

On this week's episode, Jesse and I sit down to dig in and explore some ideas around what drives people's desires and choices in their coffee. This conversation specifically came about after musing over the popularity of single serving pod machines. We also both work in positions where we try to open the doors of the world of coffee to people, and that means finding ways in which we can help other...

Dave Asprey is the owner and creator of Bulletproof Coffee - a way of enjoying coffee that has created an entire lifestyle with a legion of followers. Today, we sit down with Dave and join him on his personal journey that lead him to create Bulletproof Coffee. This interview is featured in the latest Coffee Lovers Magazine - http://www.coffeeloversmag.com/issue28 Host: Joseph Robertson - Coffee Lo...

On the show this week we welcome Jesse Harriott of Copper Horse Coffee in Ithaca New York. Jesse Harriot is formerly of Sunergos Coffee in Louisville Kentucky, he is one of the organizing partners with the America’s Best Coffeehouse competition that happens at every Coffeefest. With Copper Horse Coffee, he won the America’s Best Espresso competition at Coffeefest East, in Atlanta Georgia, earlier...

This week we sat down with Akaash Saini - 2015 US Brewers Cup finalist, and coffee extraordinaire. We learn a bit about Akaash's life growing up with coffee in the pacific nw, his time competing in coffee, as well as some random off the wall topics. notes: the Q in q-grader does stand for quality (Coffee Quality Institute) Guest: Akaash Saini - Visions Espresso Service + Morsel and Bean http://www...

We had the opportunity to sit down with Ryan Fritzky of Beanbox - a new coffee subscription company based in Seattle that is really taking off. With the hook of delivering the best that Seattle has to offer in Coffee, fresh in a box to your door, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to have a chat. Conduit Coffee is one of the roasters currently being featured by Beanbox. Find them online and try i...