Drop Temp Coffee Podcast

In this episode of the Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, hosts Keri and Tim welcome Andrew Coe, the 2023 US Roasters Champion from Elevator Coffee. Andrew shares his unique journey into the coffee world, transitioning from a math background to becoming a skilled roaster. He discusses his experiences in competitions, the importance of community in coffee roasting, and the intricate balance of art and science involved in crafting the perfect cup. The conversation also touches on Keri's upcoming competition and Andrew's memorable experience competing in Taipei, where he connected with his family's roots. In this episode: - Andrew Coe shares his insights on coffee roasting, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with trusted importers, taking meticulous notes, and understanding the evolving landscape of coffee quality. - Exciting developments in Colombian coffee - Co-fermented coffee, and the need to support marginalized farmers - Andrew's advice for those entering the Roasters Championship Connect with Andrew: @andrewcoecoffee _____ Thank you to our sponsors: San Critobal Coffee Importers: https://www.sancristocafe.com/ Terra Negra Coffee Imports: https://www.terranegra.com/ Seattle Coffee Automation: https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com/ Primo Roasting Equipment: https://www.primoroasting.com/ _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: ⁠https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/⁠ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/⁠ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Today, Keri and Tim share the final results of this year's Golden Bean Americas. Spoiler alert: they both won medals:) ICYMI, we need you, your mom, your friends, and your priest to subscribe to the pod on Spotify so we can give you free coffee! When we hit 100 subscribers, BCR and Roasted By Mom will send free coffee to a lucky subscriber.

BEHOLD! THE GOLDEN BEAN! Tim and Keri have submitted their coffees to the Golden Bean - The Americas, the world's largest coffee roasting competition and await the results on Saturday, September 21. In this episode: - Best Beastie Boys Album ever - Characteristics of competition-worthy coffee - Keri's sangria coffee - Past competition - How to make the most out of roasting competitions - Watch party at Three Mugs Brewing: 2020 Northwest, NE Aloclek Dr Ste 108, Hillsboro, OR 97124 _____ Thank you to our sponsors: San Critobal Coffee Importers: https://www.sancristocafe.com/ Terra Negra Coffee Imports: https://www.terranegra.com/ Seattle Coffee Automation: https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com/ Primo Roasting Equipment: https://www.primoroasting.com/ _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: ⁠https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/⁠ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/⁠ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Keri and Tim get lit up with Christian from our sponsor, Primo Roasting Equipment. In this episode: - New tech and new designs from Primo - Ductless roasting, roasting on wheels, mobile roasting - How Primo has established themselves as top competitors in a $410 billion market - Lead times on new roasters from Primo - 3kg vs 5kg vs 30kg roasters - Trade-in program at Primo - Try before you buy Primo If you're a hobbyist, a micro-roaster, or going big-time, tune in to learn exciting news from Primo Roasting Equipment, Made in the USA. Learn more about Primo Roasting: https://www.primoroasting.com/ @roastingequipment *If you decided to commit to Primo Roasting Equipment because of what you learned on Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, let them know:) _____ Thank you to our sponsors: San Critobal Coffee Importers: https://www.sancristocafe.com/ Terra Negra Coffee Imports: https://www.terranegra.com/ Seattle Coffee Automation: https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com/ Primo Roasting Equipment: https://www.primoroasting.com/ _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: ⁠https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/⁠ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/⁠ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

William Dinauer with FlexPak talks all things packaging with Tim and Keri. In this episode: - Prime Vent domestic packaging solutions - Waste concerns - Options for micro roasters - Golden Bean Find FlexPak: https://flexpakservices.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/lasersharp-flexpak-services-llc/ https://www.instagram.com/primeventusa/ _____ Thank you to our sponsors: San Critobal Coffee Importers: https://www.sancristocafe.com/ Terra Negra Coffee Imports: https://www.terranegra.com/ Seattle Coffee Automation: https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com/ Primo Roasting Equipment: https://www.primoroasting.com/ _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: ⁠https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/⁠ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/⁠ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Today, Tim sits down with one of his former apprentices, the founder of Black Rose Coffee in PDX, Moose (Mike). If you're a hobby roaster looking to share your coffee with the world - or your local neighborhood - this episode is for you. In this episode: Apartment-friendly coffee roasting equipment Roasting based on region and bean. DECAF Maragogipe Branding The most expensive espresso you can't find anymore Order Black Rose Coffee today and receive it tomorrow: https://www.blackroseportland.com/ @blackrosepdx blackroseofportland@gmail.com _____ Thank you to our sponsors: San Critobal Coffee Importers: https://www.sancristocafe.com Terra Negra Coffee Imports: https://www.terranegra.com Seattle Coffee Automation: https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com Primo Roasting Equipment: https://www.primoroasting.com/ _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

So, you've got some coffee that you roasted with love, now what? This week, Tim and Keri spill the tea on everything you need to know about getting started with farmer's markets, from licenses and gear to the age old debate - to sample or not sample? You'll get some insight into pricing strategy, how to handle rejections, how face time with customers can increase ROI, organic vs. non-organic coffee, and even a special moment for Tim's ego. _____ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Eugene Jung is the founder of Touring Coffee Roasters here in PDX. If you're looking for inspiration to solve a problem, begin your entrepreneurial journey, or start something new, this episode will blow you away. Eugene talks about his coffee journey that started in an Amazon warehouse just after an episode of Shark Tank featuring him and his brother aired. After having laid off all his employees due to Covid, Eugene found himself noticing an interesting pattern at his picking pod at Amazon, and Touring Coffee Roasters was born. Find and follow Touring Coffee Roasters - https://www.touringcoffeeroasters.com/ _____ Sponsors for this episode: San Cristobal Coffee Importers - https://www.sancristocafe.com/ Seattle Coffee Automation - https://seattlecoffeeautomation.com/ Primo Roasting Equipment - https://www.primoroasting.com/ Coulee Coffee - https://www.couleecoffee.com/ _____ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

This week Keri and Tim discuss their dream home barista set up, bare essentials to start your own and how to save some money if you're looking to level up or start your home barista journey. Mentioned in this episode: https://melodrip.co/ _____ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Latte art competitions? Automation? Drum roasters? Fave coffee experience vs. best-tasting coffee? Coffee origin trips? Industry gate-keeping? Today, Roaster Kat (Kat Melhiem) joins Tim and Keri to talk about everything coffee and more. If you're a roaster, coffee content creator, or industry professional, listen for tips, tricks, trade secrets, coffee origin trips, and Roaster Kat's origin story. Find Roaster Kat: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roasterkat IG: roasterkat Coffee People Zine: https://coffeepeople.org/ _____ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee _____ Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ _____ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

In this episode, Tim and Keri dive into the nitty-gritty of launching a coffee venture. From licensing to zoning, they unpack it all, stressing the crucial role of expert advice and regulatory compliance. They'll dish out tips on finding mentors, securing insurance, and tackling the sneaky expenses that come with setting up shop. So, if you're brewing up a coffee dream, tune in for the inside scoop! _____ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

Join Keri and Tim as they spill the tea on customer service, customer opinions, negative interactions, and company values. If you run a small business and interface with customers frequently, this episode is for you!

Get ready to perk up your day with another piping-hot episode of The Drop Temp Coffee Podcast. Keri (Roasted By Mom) and Tim (Blind Coffee Roasters) are joined by Dan McLaughlin, the mastermind behind Golden Triangle Coffee (Cleveland, OH) and a prominent content creator on the scene (@softpourn). Join us as Dan spills the beans on his journey from barista to roaster to shop owner, sharing his insights into air roasting vs. drum roasting, content marketing, and community-building. Tune in as we pour over the secrets of the perfect cup of coffee and going viral with your coffee content. Golden Triangle Coffee: https://goldentrianglecoffee.co Dan McLaughlin: @softpourn on any platform __________ Connect with Roasted By Mom: https://www.roastedbymom.com/ Follow Roasted By Mom: IG - @roastedbymomcoffee FB - https://www.facebook.com/roastedbymom YT - @roastedbymom TikTok - @roastedbymomcoffee Connect with Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com/ Follow Blind Coffee Roasters: IG - @blind_coffee_roasters FB - https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ Got a question? Email us at: hello@droptemp.coffee Follow us on IG: @droptempcoffee and YouTube: @droptempcoffeepodcast

In this segment, the hosts delve into the costs associated with operating a coffee-roasting enterprise. They discuss their expenditures, including purchasing coffee beans, rental fees, packaging materials, labor costs, and equipment expenses. Additionally, they touch upon the criteria they use when choosing coffee varieties, focusing on aspects like quality, flavor profiles, and market appeal. Tim and Keri also share their preferences regarding coffee flavors. Explore how coffee consumption impacts blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. The conversation covers topics like the rising popularity of brews and the inclusion of cream and sugar in coffee preparations. Toward the end, Keri and Tim reminisce about their favorite cups of coffee from various establishments. They then revisit starting a coffee roasting business by examining factors affecting production costs, and offer insights like pricing strategies for coffees, key learnings from their ventures, emphasizing branding strategies, SEO practices, and networking efforts. IG: @droptempcoffeepodcast Discover more about our passionate hosts and their coffee ventures: Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com IG: @blind_coffee_roasters Roasted by Mom Coffee: https://www.roastedbymom.com @roastedbymomcoffee on IG, YT, FB, and TikTok Sponsors:

In this reflective episode of the Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, Tim from Blind Coffee Roasters and Keri from Roasted by Mom Coffee take a moment to grind through the past, examining the beans of wisdom they've collected along their journey as owner-operators in the bustling coffee industry. With a blend of humility and pride, they discuss the pivotal changes they've implemented, the shots they wish they had pulled differently, and the valuable lessons that have shaped their businesses and personal growth. From the roasting process to customer service, listen in as they share their insights on what they've done well, the adjustments they've made, and the aromatic path of continuous improvement they're on. This episode is a must-listen for anyone steeped in the world of coffee or interested in the journey of entrepreneurship. A special thank you to our sponsor, Primo Roasting Equipment, for supporting this deep dive into the heart of coffee craftsmanship. IG: @droptempcoffeepodcast Discover more about our passionate hosts and their coffee ventures: Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com IG: @blind_coffee_roasters Roasted by Mom Coffee: https://www.roastedbymom.com @roastedbymomcoffee on IG, YT, FB, and TikTok For those intrigued by the art and science of coffee roasting, explore Primo Roasting Equipment at https://www.primoroasting.com and see how innovation is brewing in the industry.

In this much-anticipated return of the Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, join hosts Tim Howard, from Blind Coffee Roasters and Keri from Roasted by Mom Coffee as they break their 2-year silence to spill the beans on what's been brewing in their lives and businesses. In this episode, they delve into the rich aroma of changes and challenges they've faced in the coffee roasting world, stirring in personal anecdotes and life updates that blend seamlessly with their passion for coffee. They'll also share insights into the industry's latest trends, offering a cup of wisdom to coffee enthusiasts and fellow roasters alike. Special thanks to our sponsor, Primo Roasting Equipment, for supporting our journey back to the airwaves. Brew yourself a fresh cup and tune in to this heartwarming and enlightening episode. @droptempcoffeepodcast Blind Coffee Roasters Website: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com  IG: @blind_coffee_roasters FB: https://www.facebook.com/BlindCoffeeRoasters/ Roasted by Mom Coffee Website: https://www.roastedbymom.com To explore the cutting-edge roasting technology that keeps our coffee game strong, check out Primo Roasting Equipment at https://www.primoroasting.com

This is the second half of our series of Home Roasting. Tim and Keri dive into what roasting equipment to buy, basic roasting theory and just to have fun with it all. Be sure to listen to the whole episode about the giveaway we are offering to all listeners. Email Drop Temp hello@droptemp.coffee Visit our Website https://www.droptemp.coffee Thank you to our Sponsors Primo Roasting Equipment - https://primoroastingequipment.com/ Wade Graphics - https://wadegraphicdesign.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/droptempcoffee/support

A 2-part series about home roasting coffee. In this episode Keri and Tim chat about their experience of roasting coffee at home and how it started their coffee roasting journey. We also touched base about reliable sources to buy amazing green coffee. Thank you to our Sponsors  Primo Roasting Equipment - https://primoroastingequipment.com/ Wade Graphics - https://wadegraphicdesign.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/droptempcoffee/support

Gio is a philanthropist, the creator of Coffee Feed https://coffeefeed.net  Instagram coffeefeed and contributor to Sprudge. Beyond the fact that Gio was very generous with his time. He also shared his enthusiasm for the coffee business, coffee culture and making coffee accessible to everybody. He has a fantastic take of the world of coffee It was a kick in the pants (translation; lots of fun). Thank you to our Sponsor Primo Roasting Equipment https://www.primoroasting.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/droptempcoffee/support

Tim is back from California! Keri and Tim discuss their friendship and how sometimes we have to remind ourselves that we are human and we may not agree on many things. At the end of the day building strong relationships within our local coffee community and with each other helps us become stronger.  Thank you to our sponsor  Primo Coffee Roasting Equipment https://www.primoroasting.com/ Visit our website: https://www.droptemp.coffee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droptempcoffee Tim's Website: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com Keri's Website: https://www.elliottmurreycoffee.com Mentioned in the episode Keri's Crowdfund Campaign on ifundwomen  https://ifundwomen.com/projects/coffee-roasters-need-coffee-shop --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/droptempcoffee/support