- You enjoy tuning things until they are perfect.
- You love observing subtle changes that improve results.
- You define yourself by what you craft and create.
- You get bored quickly by repetitive tasks.
- You dislike making small adjustments again and again.
- You just want a perfect cup of coffee without the effort.
Your first moves.
Don't start from scratch. Start from here.
Start with a Basic Home Roaster
Begin with an entry-level home roaster like the BEHMOR AB Home Coffee Roaster or a Quest M3. Read the manual thoroughly and watch several YouTube tutorials specific to your chosen roaster.
Learn to Identify Roast Stages
Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds and visual cues of roasting. The 'first crack' is a series of audible pops, similar to popcorn, indicating rapid expansion and moisture release.
Develop Your Palate
Taste coffees you've roasted side-by-side with commercially roasted versions of the same bean. Take notes on aroma, acidity, body, and flavor notes.
Invest in Green Beans
Purchase high-quality green coffee beans from reputable online suppliers like Sweet Maria's, Happy Mug, or Burman Coffee Traders. Start with single-origin beans to better understand how origin characteristics interact with roasting.
Master Coffee Roasting with online courses
Find the highest-rated beginner courses on Udemy before you invest in gear.
Infrared Thermometer
ThermoPro TP30 Infrared Thermometer Gun — A mid-range thermometer with adjustable emissivity and fast response ideal for coffee roasting.
Sample Roaster
Fresh Roast SR800 Coffee Roaster with Digital Display — A compact electric roaster with nine-level power control and convection fan for consistent roasting.
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