This is the 2nd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Our guest on the podcast this week is Netherlands-based Engineer, Mark Al Shemmeri. Mark is a Research and Technology Specialist at JDE Peets and has published significant research papers on the different elements of coffee roasting. In this series of the podcast, the discussion will focus on the past, present, and future of coffee roasting as well as how to make it easier on yourself.

In this episode of the podcast series, Mark and Lee discuss the complexities and art behind coffee roasting.

They explore how coffee roasting often seems more convoluted than necessary, urging a simplification of techniques to make it accessible for everyone.

Mark emphasizes the importance of understanding roasting machinery and keeping an open mind about different roasting approaches.

The episode also tackles the balance between science and art in brewing and roasting, the impact of the barista versus the roaster, and how tasting and consumer preference play crucial roles in the coffee industry.

Finally, they contemplate the ongoing challenges and future of coffee roasting, hinting at upcoming technological advancements.

00:00 Introduction to Coffee Roasting

00:28 Sponsorship Message

01:06 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:56 Current State of Coffee Roasting

02:31 Challenges in Coffee Roasting Education

05:05 Debate on Coffee Roasting Rules

12:22 Impact of Roasters and Baristas

15:07 Quality Control in Coffee Roasting

17:20 Simplifying Coffee Roasting

20:29 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

Connect with Mark:

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-al-shemmeri-8a3669129/

Medium - https://medium.com/@markalshemmeri

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kramalshemmeri/ & https://www.instagram.com/dialect.coffee/

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The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar

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