Josh Kaeter, the owner of Eminent Coffee Roasters, shares her journey of starting a coffee roastery and the intricacies of the roasting process. He discusses the challenges she faced in getting licensed and finding the right location for the business. Josh explains the importance of water in coffee production and the meticulous process of hand-sorting beans to ensure quality. He also highlights the significance of female producers in the coffee industry and his commitment to sourcing ethically and sustainably. Josh provides insights into the roasting process, including temperature control, drum speed, and the art of cupping. He emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship and the human touch in coffee roasting.

Takeaways

• Starting a coffee roastery involves overcoming challenges such as licensing and finding the right location.
• Water is an essential component in coffee production and roasting.
• Hand-sorting beans is crucial to ensure quality and remove defects.
• Female producers play a significant role in the coffee industry.
• Ethical sourcing and sustainability are important considerations in coffee roasting.
• The roasting process involves temperature control, drum speed, and the art of cupping.
• Craftsmanship and the human touch are essential in coffee roasting.

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