In this episode, we start a new series that we're calling "Diving Into Specialty"! We'll learn what defines specialty coffee along with some examples, and we also touch on some terms that might sound like specialty coffee but don't quite cut it. 

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In this episode, we discuss what are some of the new things or milestones that we would like to reach this year in terms of coffee. Christian shares his interest in starting coffee roasting while Jose shares about his interest in upgrading his espresso set-up; plus, a lot of other things that we'd like to accomplish this year.

Give it a listen and let us know what YOUR coffee resolutions are!

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In this episode, we share the coffee gadgets we have on our Christmas lists at three different price levels: affordable (roughly less than $50), mid-range (about $100 to $500), and then expensive (>$1000). We cover some of the pros and cons as well as potential uses. Give it a listen and let us know if you add any of these items to your own coffee Christmas list!

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In this episode, we try out a few coffee options offered at Dunkin' Donuts, Burger King, Whataburger, McDonald's, and Dutch Bros. Coffee. We compare the flavors of their black coffee offerings and also give a few sweeter options a try!

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In this episode, we share a couple of modified affogato recipes for all of you to try during the upcoming holiday season. Christian made a low-fuss-yet-still-tasty version with Vietnamese coffee plus Cookies and Cream ice cream that doesn't require an espresso machine, and Jose made a festive and delicious version with homemade pecan sauce and baked pie crust garnish. Give these a try at home and let us know what you think!

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In this episode, Jose goes over how he was able to get better coffee while traveling and he shares his tips to help the rest of us. We also cover some other apps/websites/resources for getting or finding better coffee while you're on the go!

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In this episode, we chat with Dave, co-founder of Better Grounds. We discuss Better Grounds' mission, how Dave eventually got into founding the company, Jose's interest in roasting coffee, and a few other topics. Thanks so much to Dave for taking time out of his schedule to chat with us, and we hope you all enjoy the episode!

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In this episode, we celebrate one year of sharing our coffee experiences, interviewing coffee experts, and presenting a variety of coffee-related information. We also cover our own personal learnings within the subject of podcasting and share our plans for future episodes/seasons. If you have ideas for topics you would like to hear in the future, now is a good time to share them in the comments or on our Instagram!

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In this episode, we answer a question from a friend and regular listener of the show regarding decaf coffee. We cover some of the processes for making decaf coffee beans, share our own experiences with drinking decaf coffee, and also share some tasting notes from a couple of decaf coffee options from local roasters in Houston.

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In this episode, Jose sits down with Juan Welchez; a Honduran coffee producer and the face behind the account @thecuppingfarmer in Instagram. In this second part of the interview, Juan and Jose discuss:

• Experimenting with new fermentation methods
  • Logistics and potential issues while doing this
• Getting into tasting/grading coffee and the benefits of this as a producer
  • Benefits of events like the Cup of Excellence
• How has the specialty coffee/consumer preferences grown in the US and has even reached producing countries like Honduras
• Finding great coffee while traveling and tasting different coffees that are vastly different than what you're used to
• Developing your sensory/tasting abilities 
  • Noticing flavors and textures of food 
  • Comparing fruit to flavors/sensations in coffee

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