The Elusive pod - Behind the Roast

The Elusive pod - Behind the Roast

Ever wondered what really happens between the farm and your cup? Host George—alongside a couple of quick-witted AI companions—lifts the lid on every step of the journey. Each fortnight we crack open the roaster drum, spotlight the growers and importers who make specialty coffee possible, and taste our way through the latest drops before they hit the shelf. Expect first-crack science, flavour-note storytelling, rapid-fire brew tips, and plenty of nerd-level insights for anyone chasing a better brew. Pull up a chair, grab your favourite mug, and join us Behind the Roast.

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July 10, 2025 25 mins

Welcome to "The Architecture of Sweetness in Specialty Coffee," a podcast that will profoundly change how you taste your daily cup. Specialty coffee is prized for its sweetness, yet rigorous chemical analysis reveals that brewed black coffee contains remarkably low, almost undetectable, levels of actual sugars. So, if it's not sugar, where does that irresistible sweetness come from? We dive into this central paradox, exploring how ...

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Step into the intricate world of specialty coffee as we unravel one of its most pivotal and often misunderstood attributes: acidity. This podcast goes beyond the simple pH scale, diving deep into sensory acidity – that desirable, bright, vibrant, and crisp quality that elevates a coffee from commodity to complex sensory experience, often felt on the front of the palate or sides of the tongue, akin to the pleasing tartness of a fine...
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Join us on a journey to Gishamwana Island, a secluded paradise nestled in the heart of Rwanda's magnificent Lake Kivu. This episode delves into the story of a truly elusive and extraordinary coffee microlot, cultivated in a pristine micro-terroir that benefits from natural isolation and fertile volcanic soils. Discover how Rwanda, the "Land of a Thousand Hills," transformed its coffee industry after profound challenges, pivoting f...
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