All Episodes

August 2, 2023 61 mins
In this episode, Kenneth sits down with Justin Piercy from @daddygotcoffee to talk about the French Press. It's a brewer which is not hard to master, but there are a few things you need to know to get the best out of one. It is those insider tips and tricks that Kenneth and Justin share with you in this episode, while also busting some of those myths.Justin also talks about the benefits of Direct trade coffee sourcing. He also explains how he switched to decaf without compromising on flavor, something that helped him to manage the anxiety and panic attacks he was suffering from. KEY TAKEAWAYS  With a French Press, it is easy to consistently make a good coffee and do so for several people at once. Costs are low, and there is less waste material because there are no paper filters. The ratio you use and when and how you plunge are important. Justin shares the perfect ratio and plunge technique. Stirring at the right time and letting it settle for long enough provides a smoother cup. When buying coffee, think about how the farmer is paid. Choosing wisely makes a huge difference in their lives. Decaf can taste just as good as caffeinated coffee.  BEST MOMENTSIt's low cost, you don't need a lot of extra stuff, and you get a good result out of it. ´‘It's going to have a heavier body or mouthfeel.’‘The darker the bean that you're using, the more those grounds will tend to want to float.’‘Decaf can allow you to enjoy coffee in a healthy, well-rounded way.’ GUEST RESOURCEShttps://www.instagram.com/daddygotcoffee/https://www.youtube.com/c/DaddyGotCoffeehttps://daddygotcoffee.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@daddygotcoffee Keffa Coffee owned by Sam Demisse - https://www.keffacoffee.com/ VALUABLE RESOURCESAward-winning single-origin specialty coffee: https://umblecoffee.com/At Umble Coffee, we only roast specialty-grade arabica coffee from around the world with cupping scores 84 and above. Don’t sabotage yourself in pursuing your goals - drink coffee that tastes better and is better for you. No crash, great taste, and better long-term health benefits. That’s Umble Coffee. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umblecoffee/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umblecoffee/Twitter:  https://mobile.twitter.com/umblecoffee ABOUT THE HOSTAs a coffee lover, physician, chemical engineer, serial entrepreneur, competitive runner, writer, and family man, Kenneth knows what it’s like to push yourself to achieve goals very few accomplish. He’s one of the best specialty coffee roasters in the United States as he’s a multi-year US Coffee Roasters’ Competition Finalist. He created Umble Coffee Co with the belief that, if sourced and roasted right, coffee can taste phenomenal and be good for you.“Life’s too short to drink bad coffee.” CONTACT METHODWant to reach Kenneth? Have questions, show ideas, or want to just let us know you’re enjoying the show? The best way is to leave us a great review and put your thoughts in the comment section - Kenneth reads all of them! The second-best way is through DM on social media. BUY COFFEE!: https://umblecoffee.com/
Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist

It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.