A few images of the last batches. Not totally consistant yet, but getting there.
I’m getting close to knowing what I’m doing. Last thing to do, really is to install a manometer so I know exactly what the gas is set at during each stage of the roast. I’m guessing too much for my liking at the moment…
I’ll post cuppings when I have a bit more time to written them out.. but the Harar (1c=9:15) was pretty amazing.
My friend Mark has been asking me for a Brazilian coffee that will rekindle his interest in Brazils.. This is one for that… Satisfyingly sweet up front, delicate floral nose, and generally balanced, mild and interesting. More nutty and round in the body (mild)
Roast 2 has more vibrancy and a bit more body. In comparison, the longer development (in roast 1) after 1c muted it’s fruit and floral notes, and slightly muddies the body tones. Not that it’s awful, just not as good.