World Barista Champion Explains the Perfect Espresso | RAUL RODAS!
About this episode
World Barista Champion Raul Rodas discusses the intricacies of making great coffee and the realities of coffee production.
This week we're joined by World Barista Champion Raul Rodas for a conversation about what actually makes great coffee! We chat about dialling in espresso, building your palate, why better equipment doesn't always mean better coffee, and the realities of coffee production today. Join us for a practical, thoughtful conversation packed with insights for baristas, coffee professionals, and anyone who wants to better understand what's in their cup. 00:00 Are We in the Golden Age of Coffee? 01:24 Meet Raul Rodas 02:13 How a World Champion Drinks Coffee 05:26 Winning the World Barista Championship 07:59 Lessons From a Career in Coffee 10:32 Why Isn't Espresso Better? 16:23 How to Dial In Coffee Better 23:06 Sponsor Break 24:08 Espresso Recipes & Brew Temperature 26:23 Building Better Sensory Skills 34:09 The Reality of Coffee Production 46:35 The Future of Coffee Careers 49:15 Promoting Coffee Origins If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day - It's Just Coffee! Find Raul Here: https://www.instagram.com/raulitobarista/ Want more coffee content? IT'S JUST COFFEE…
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