• The Science of Coffee

  • Dec 13 2024
  • Length: 18 mins
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The Science of Coffee

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  • This provides a comprehensive scientific exploration of coffee, starting with its botanical origins and the two main species - Arabica and Robusta. It details the crucial environmental factors affecting coffee quality, including altitude, soil composition, and climate conditions. The piece then walks through the journey from coffee cherry to bean, explaining harvesting methods and processing techniques like wet and dry processing. A significant portion covers the complex chemistry involved in roasting, where heat triggers numerous chemical reactions that create coffee's distinctive flavors and aromas. The article concludes with an in-depth look at brewing science, discussing how water chemistry, temperature, pressure, and extraction principles affect the final cup. Throughout, it maintains a scientific focus while remaining accessible, connecting research innovations to practical coffee production and preparation. The piece ends with a podcast-style outro crediting the Quiet Please podcast network.
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