Embracing 'Boring' Coffee: Industry Backbone

Everyday Beans Podcast - Mostly About Coffee and Other Stuff

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In this episode, I delve into the world of "boring" coffees and their significant role in the coffee industry. I explore how these basic, familiar flavors like chocolate and nuts are the backbone of what most coffee drinkers enjoy daily. I discuss the contrast between specialty coffees and these more common blends, questioning the importance of exotic flavors versus comforting, familiar tastes.I share my personal experiences with different coffee preparations, including my recent experiments with darker roasts and Brazilian coffees. I ponder the place of these simpler coffees in the specialty coffee world and how they cater to the majority of coffee drinkers who add creamers or other additives to their brew. By listening to this episode, you'll gain insights into the coffee industry's foundations and the everyday preferences of coffee consumers, challenging the notion of what makes a coffee truly special.