Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare
coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of
instant coffee in boiling water, at t...
The Most Expensive Coffee in the World | LIVE at World of Coffee Dubai!– WILFORD LAMASTUS JR!
In this episode of It’s Just Coffee!, we sit down with Wilford Lamastus Jr., a renowned Panamanian coffee farmer, to explore the evolving coffee landscape in Dubai and the rich heritage of Panamanian coffee. Wilford shares the fascinating story of his family’s coffee journey, tracing back to his great-grandfather’s migration from Kentucky to Panama, and how their dedication to Geisha coffee has set world record prices.
We also dive into the Best of Panama controversy, discussing the debate over infused coffees, transparency in competitions, and the future of specialty coffee ethics. Plus, Wilford gives us a preview of the upcoming World of Coffee event in Panama, a must-watch for coffee lovers worldwide.
Join us for a deep dive into the tradition, innovation, and challenges shaping the future of coffee with one of the industry’s leading voices.
☕️ Listen now and get the inside scoop on the global coffee scene!
@wilfordl
@lamastusfamilyestates
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24:48
You Send It, We Sip IT - Mailbag Cupping | COFFEE BREAK!
Time for a COFFEE BREAK!
Today we’re taste testing YOUR COFFEE! Thanks to the incredible roasters who sent in their beans and blends. Plus, we’re experimenting with APAX LAB’s mineral concentrates, Kirk explains Tuesday's ‘huggate’, and Rohan shares his journey to coffee and lifelong competitive streak. Also, Kirk details his brief disillusionment with the coffee industry during covid and subsequent return (the lesson here is just keep swimming!).
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
Big thanks to Redeemer Coffee Roasters for sending in your coffee!
Find them at: @redeemer.coffee
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Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)
Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee
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Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.
Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.
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28:48
the COFFEE MAN - What Baristas Need to Hear | SASA SESTIC!
Yello! We’ve got a treat for you today…
Sasa Sestic, aka ‘The Coffee Man,’ is here – and he’s OBSESSED with coffee!
Sasa is a World Barista Champion and the founder of Ona Coffee, Project Origin, and Nucleus. In this episode, he shares his incredible journey—from a turbulent childhood in former Yugoslavia to playing handball at the Sydney Olympics, roasting coffee from his garage, and winning the 2015 World Barista Championship in Seattle. He’s done it all!
We’ll dive into the ways Sasa has revolutionised the coffee industry: Pioneering methods like carbonic maceration (a fermentation technique that unlocks new flavors), the ‘Compass’ tool, and extract chilling balls. Plus, stick around to hear about the three best coffees he’s ever tasted – you’ll want to try these ASAP!
Finally, Sasa shares his thoughts on the future of coffee: Can AI and automation complement the human touch in the art of coffee service?
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day; It's Just Coffee!
Big thanks to Sasa for gracing our humble studio, we absolutely LOVED this conversation!
Find Sasa at - @sasasestic
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Ona Coffee - @onacoffee
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Where to find us:
Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee
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Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista
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Coffee, Alzheimer’s & Family Grief | COFFEE BREAK!
Let us COFFEE BREAK.
Off the back of our episode with Scott Rao, we have a lot to say about his blunt, no-nonsense approach to coffee. Rohan and Kirk discuss Rao’s ability to read roasting data, as well as the importance of the ‘rate of rise’ curve and the critical ‘flick’ post-crack.
We also take a moment to get personal. How have certain health struggles impacted our lives and the lives of our families? It’s a reminder to enjoy life's small moments, including that first sip of a good cup of coffee.
Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and unfiltered cafe reviews (eek), hospitality stories and gate kept coffee secrets.
Love our content?
Watch Tuesday’s full episode and all other past eps on YouTube or find them in your podcast feed - and follow us @itsjustcoffee on Instagram!
Want more of Rohan and Kirk? (duh)
Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista
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Project Zero Coffee - @projectzero.coffee
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Plus!! Get your hands on some quality beans for home brewing at Golden Brown Coffee.
Want to get in touch? Hit us up at [email protected] for any questions or comments.
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17:05
The man who wrote the book on coffee roasting | SCOTT RAO RETURNS!
Today we welcome Scott Rao to the podcast!!
Scott is one of the world's most recognised and influential coffee roasters and consultants. He’s had a wild journey: Growing up disliking coffee, opening his first cafe in Massachusetts in 1999 (a story filled with challenges and controversy), and pioneering the cafe scene in NZ and Canada. Now Scott is focused on pushing the coffee industry forward through his writing, consulting work, and development of new roasting technologies.
In Today’s Show: We discuss the challenges of roasting in small towns, the benefits of decaf, and the emergence of air roasters. We also dive into the nuances of coffee fermentation, and Scott shares his complicated history with barrel fermenting.
In Coffee News: A recent study in the US has shown that drinking coffee in the morning can lower the chance of heart disease. Specifically, the study found that people who drink coffee are 31% less likely to develop heart disease compared to those who don't.
Plus!! Our hot takes ignite thought-provoking discussions. We explore the art of roasting, the role of the barista, and the unspoken hierarchy of drink orders.
If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day; It's Just Coffee!
Thank-you so much to Scott for such a rich discussion, come back anytime!
Find Scott at - @whereisscottrao
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Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee
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Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare
coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of
instant coffee in boiling water, at the end of the day, It’s Just
Coffee!
It’s Just Coffee! is a podcast for all those coffee lovers out there
and we're endeavouring on a journey to find the perfect cup.
Not only will we be talking to the world’s best coffee makers
and roasters, we’re going to be talking to athletes, comedians,
celebrities and anyone that just loves a great cup of coffee.
The coffee community around the world is engaged and
passionate (sometimes to a fault), and we want to explore
some of the biggest debates that happen across the Internet,
and in the local cafe around the corner from you.
Questions like:
• Which country has the best coffee in the world?
• Should it be illegal to mix milk in black coffee?
• Is Starbucks actually coffee?
We’ll dive into some of the best coffee conversations on the
internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the
day, that It’s Just Coffee!