Half Mile Coffee Podcast

Half Mile Coffee

Coffee Professionals in Moscow Idaho talking about the specialty coffee industry, our roastery, brewing, and everything coffee. 

Episodes

  1. SEP 5

    Light vs Dark Roast Caffeine, Choosing a Roaster, and Roast Levels Explained

    In this episode of the Half Mile Coffee Podcast, Jason and Nicole tackle three big coffee questions: ☕ Which roast has more caffeine — light or dark? 🏪 How do you choose the right roaster when starting a café? 🔥 What’s the real difference between light, medium, and dark roast coffee? We break down myths, talk science, and share practical advice for coffee lovers, home brewers, and aspiring café owners. 👉 Whether you’re curious about caffeine content, exploring wholesale partnerships, or just want to understand roast levels better, this episode has you covered. Don’t forget to subscribe for more coffee insights, roasting knowledge, and behind-the-scenes conversations from Half Mile Coffee. ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters 0:00 – Intro 0:15 – Episode overview: 3 coffee questions we’ll answer 1:11 – Do light or dark roasts have more caffeine? 1:20 – Coffee plant species: Arabica vs Robusta 2:21 – Altitude’s effect on caffeine levels 4:11 – Decaf processing and caffeine sensitivity 5:38 – Roast process, weight loss, and caffeine extraction 8:05 – Grind size, water temperature, and caffeine in the cup 9:20 – Scoop vs weigh: caffeine differences in brewing 11:03 – Espresso vs drip: where caffeine hits hardest 12:26 – Key takeaways on caffeine and roast 13:08 – How to pick a roaster when starting a café 14:29 – Drink-centric vs coffee-centric cafés 16:15 – Price vs quality and customer experience 18:00 – Certifications, sourcing, and roast quality 20:12 – Knowing your numbers and market realities 22:57 – Customer-first vs roaster-first partnerships 24:03 – Multi-roaster café models 25:29 – Different types of café experiences 26:50 – Passion for coffee vs running it as “just a business” 27:01 – What’s the difference between light, medium, and dark roasts? 27:22 – Roast color and Agtron scale 28:41 – Flavor, body, and mouthfeel differences by roast level 29:33 – Sensory perspective: sweetness, body, and intensity

    35 min
  2. AUG 1

    Coffee Roaster Tech, Cold Brew Hacks & Idaho Coffee Institute Launch

    Get deep into the world of specialty coffee with Episode 2 of the Half Mile Coffee Podcast. We dive into roasting technology—from drum to air to hybrid roasters—plus practical tips for flash brewing and cold brew coffee at home. We also share some exciting news: the launch of the Idaho Coffee Institute! 🎧 Whether you’re a home barista, café owner, or just coffee curious, this episode delivers high-quality insight with plenty of laughs and lots of actionable info. In this episode:  • Roaster technology explained: drum, air, hybrid systems  • Understanding first crack, Maillard reactions, and rate of rise  • Cold brew vs. flash brew: which one’s best for summer?  • Brewing Pepe Reserve for max flavor  • How total dissolved solids (TDS) affect taste  • Big news: Idaho Coffee Institute is here! ☕ Subscribe to stay caffeinated with knowledge and coffee culture! 👋 Like, comment, and share if this episode brewed up something good for you. #specialtycoffee #coffeeeducation #roastertechnology #coldbrew #flashbrew #homebarista #coffeegeek #coffeegrind #halfmilecoffee #idahocoffee 01:32 – Roaster Technology: Drum, air, and hybrid roasters 10:10 – Roast Phases: Drying, Maillard, Development 17:42 – Roast Profiles: Manual vs. software 25:50 – Consistency, automation & repeatability 29:40 – Cold Coffee Vibes: Cold brew vs. flash brew 33:20 – How to Flash Brew: Tips, ratios & brewing advice 40:55 – TDS Explained: What’s in your cup? 44:10 – Cold Brew Deep Dive: Methods, ratios & why it rocks 52:45 – Cold Brew for Iced Lattes: Better than espresso? 55:50 – Idaho Coffee Institute Launch

    40 min

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Coffee Professionals in Moscow Idaho talking about the specialty coffee industry, our roastery, brewing, and everything coffee.