Best Coffee Beans for Beginner Roasters

About this episode

The episode discusses beginner-friendly coffee beans and the importance of water quality in brewing.

Episode 95: In this episode of Roast It Yourself, Stephen and Catherine tackle a listener question from a coffee newcomer diving headfirst into both home brewing and roasting. They break down what makes certain green coffees more beginner-friendly—highlighting why washed Central American beans (especially Costa Rican) are a great place to start thanks to their consistency and ease of roasting. The conversation then shifts to one of the most overlooked elements in coffee: water. From mineral content to filtration options, they explain why your water can make or break your cup and share practical, renter-friendly solutions to improve your brewing at home. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your setup, this episode is packed with approachable tips to help you roast with confidence and brew better-tasting coffee. Have a question of your own? Send it in and you might be featured in a future episode! SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: questions@riypod.com NOTES: Follow Our Instagram Account @RIY_POD CHECK US OUT HERE: Coffee Bean Corral YouTube Coffee Bean Corral Website Current Crop Roasting Shop Website Rancher Wholesale Website

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen, Catherine

Topics covered

• coffee roasting
• beginner tips
• brewing techniques
• water quality
• green coffee selection

Keywords

• coffee beans
• beginner roasters
• washed Central American beans
• brewing
• water quality

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Coffee Bean Corral, Current Crop Roasting Shop, Rancher Wholesale, Instagram, Roast It Yourself

Places: Costa Rican

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