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In this episode, I challenge one of the most pervasive myths in the coffee world: that only light roast coffee qualifies as true specialty coffee. I share my personal journey from being a light roast believer to discovering that specialty coffee is actually about so much more than roast level. Through my experience as both a coffee enthusiast and roaster, I explain why this narrow definition limits our appreciation of coffee's true diversity and complexity.

I dive deep into what really makes coffee "specialty" - focusing on the quality of beans, how they're grown and processed, and the roaster's skill in bringing out the best characteristics for the end user. I argue that great coffee beans can shine at multiple roast levels, and that personal preference should be celebrated rather than dismissed. By listening to this episode, you'll gain a fresh perspective on specialty coffee that empowers you to trust your own palate and discover what truly makes coffee special to you, regardless of what coffee gatekeepers might say.

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