
The Science of Coffee is a journey into coffee’s hidden microscopic secrets to help you make even better coffee at home. Documentary maker and coffee professional James Harper travels the world and speaks with leading coffee scientists to help you appreciate coffee more deeply. You are going to get taken into the science of water, coffee extraction, plant genetics, espresso technology, latte foam,... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 34 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceFoodArts | |||

For twenty years, the 2004 cupping form profoundly shaped the specialty coffee world.
But on the hillsides of coffee farms, some of the form’s byproducts have been disadvantaging producers.
In this episode, we follow two producers whose lives colli... more
If you ask two specialty professionals what makes a high-quality coffee, you’ll likely get a surprisingly consistent answer: clean, sweet, juicy, bright. To an outsider, they would be forgiven for thinking coffee quality is universally defined.
But ... more
For the longest time, coffees were dull and bitter. But then a small group of pioneers changed the world.
In this episode, we travel back to the 1960s and ’70s to meet the trailblazers who realised coffees could taste distinctive: sweeter, brighter,... more
For the longest time, the coffee community only cared about water’s impact ruining espresso machine boilers and kettles. But what about water’s impact on coffee flavour?
In this episode, I tell the story of how the specialty coffee community came to... more
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The piano music gets in the way. To loud. Not pleasant. Please just lower the volume.
Very nice! It’s very interesting and one can learn a lot! (I love the piano, it’s amazing lol)
I like the good.
Really informative and I love the speaking from personal and science cohesively to elevate understanding.
The intros are at least 5 years too long. Definitely would love a quick 30 seconds to pique interest at most and move on to the chat.
All in all informative and interesting, but pacing is a real problem, had the feeling everything was dragged out unnecessarily. Also the piano interludes are quite frustrating. Would be way better if the whole thing was sped up 30%
One of the best coffee podcasts out there!
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This series explores the intricate science behind coffee, offering insights that transcend the brewing process and dive into the microscopic elements affecting flavor and quality. With an emphasis on topics such as the chemical composition of water, coffee extraction techniques, and even the nuances of roasting and grinding, listeners are treated to a wealth of information designed to elevate their coffee experience at home. Each episode features conversations with renowned experts, blending personal anecdotes with scientific discussions to make complex concepts accessible and engaging. Unique to this series is its dedication to a holistic view of coffee, integrating chemistry, culture, and innovative technologies in the coffee world.
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