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Coffee Roasting
Coffee Roasting
The further from centre, the more strongly this hobby leans that way. Your quiz answers are scored against exactly these fifteen.
- RestfulPhysical
- IndoorsOutdoors
- SolitarySocial
- PracticalCreative
- InstinctiveTechnical
- Hands-offHands-on
- RelaxedCompetitive
- CautiousDaring
- Quick winsPatient
- PrivatePerformer
- MinimalistCollector
- Just do itStudious
- Low-kitGear-heavy
- AnalogDigital
- ObjectsLiving things
Roasting green coffee at home, controlling the heat curve to develop the flavour you want. Smoky, so it needs ventilation.
TonightTime to first win
About an hourA session
Mostly indoorsWhere
Step 1: Get green beans, a scale and something to cool them in.
Is it you?
What you need
4 thingsThe honest floor, taking the cheapest option in each$88
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The path
17 questsASetting up2 things to sort, in any order$40
BThen the quests
- Roast your first batch of green beans
- Catch first crack by ear while you roast
- Cool the beans the second you drop them
More on Coffee Roasting
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Guides1
What to buy2
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From the blog1
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