Coffee Break

Episode 43: World of Coffee - Africa

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This episode continues our "World of Coffee" series where we explore countries across continents to discuss their coffee traditions, unique coffee drinks, and coffee industry.

In this episode, we cover Africa as researched by our co-host, Luis. Stay tuned for more information and discussion regarding coffee in other parts of the world!

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Episode 42: World of Coffee - Latin America (Part 2)

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0600

We recently started a new series - which we're calling "World of Coffee" - where we explore countries across continents to discuss their coffee traditions, unique coffee drinks, and coffee industry.

In this episode, we cover South America as a continuation of the Latin America segment which we kicked off in Episode 41. Stay tuned for more information and discussion regarding coffee in other parts of the world!

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Episode 41: World of Coffee - Latin America (Part 1)

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0600

We start a new series: "World of Coffee". In this series, we explore countries across continents to discuss their coffee traditions, unique coffee drinks, and coffee industry.

In this episode, we cover Mexico and Central America which is part 1 of Latin America. Stay tuned for the remainder of Latin America and other continents!

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Episode 40: Back to the Grind

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we visit a local coffee shop with a great mission (A 2nd Cup in Houston) , we introduce you to our new co-host, and he tells us about himself as well as his coffee journey.

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Episode 39: Drive-Thru Coffee Continued

Mon, 15 May 2023 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we visit four popular chains that have a focus on coffee and also offer drive-thru options. We try a couple of their offerings to see which ones we like best!

Episode 38: Diving Into Specialty - Interview w/ Lily Quiros

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we interview an independent coffee consultant and Instagram personality, Lily Quiros (@lilcoffeegeek), to discuss her perspective of specialty coffee and learn from her experience in the industry.

Episode 37: Diving Into Specialty - Interview w/ Richard Luciano

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we interview a fellow home barista and Instagram personality, Richard Luciano (@nerd_meets_coffee), to discuss his journey in specialty coffee and social media.

Episode 36: Diving Into Specialty #4 - Variety Topic Show

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we discuss various quick topics around specialty coffee like: 1) why we might pay more, 2) how to learn to brew different methods, 3) the impact of water for your coffee. and 4) how to taste more consciously.

Episode 35: Diving Into Specialty #3 - Getting the Coffee

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we discuss some of the details to look for when buying specialty coffee such as: origin, altitude, varietal, process, etc. We also share a few tips on how to find great specialty coffee!

Episode 34: Diving Into Specialty #2 - Getting the Gear

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we discuss some of the gear you may need - if you don't already have it - to elevate your coffee game as you start brewing better coffee!

Episode 33: Diving Into Specialty #1 - What is Specialty?

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we start a new series that we're calling "Diving Into Specialty"! We'll learn what defines specialty coffee along with some examples, and we also touch on some terms that might sound like specialty coffee but don't quite cut it.

Episode 32: Our Coffee Resolutions

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we discuss what are some of the new things or milestones that we would like to reach this year in terms of coffee. Christian shares his interest in starting coffee roasting while Jose shares about his interest in upgrading his espresso set-up; plus, a lot of other things that we'd like to accomplish this year.

Give it a listen and let us know what YOUR coffee resolutions are!

Episode 31: Our Coffee Christmas Lists

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we share the coffee gadgets we have on our Christmas lists at three different price levels: affordable (roughly less than $50), mid-range (about $100 to $500), and then expensive (>$1000). We cover some of the pros and cons as well as potential uses. Give it a listen and let us know if you add any of these items to your own coffee Christmas list!

Episode 30: Drive-Thru Coffee

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we try out a few coffee options offered at Dunkin' Donuts, Burger King, Whataburger, McDonald's, and Dutch Bros. Coffee. We compare the flavors of their black coffee offerings and also give a few sweeter options a try!

Episode 29: Affogato Lab

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we share a couple of modified affogato recipes for all of you to try during the upcoming holiday season. Christian made a low-fuss-yet-still-tasty version with Vietnamese coffee plus Cookies and Cream ice cream that doesn't require an espresso machine, and Jose made a festive and delicious version with homemade pecan sauce and baked pie crust garnish. Give these a try at home and let us know what you think!

Episode 28: Better Coffee While Traveling

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Jose goes over how he was able to get better coffee while traveling and he shares his tips to help the rest of us. We also cover some other apps/websites/resources for getting or finding better coffee while you're on the go!

Episode 27: Interview with Dave from Better Grounds

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we chat with Dave, co-founder of Better Grounds. We discuss Better Grounds' mission, how Dave eventually got into founding the company, Jose's interest in roasting coffee, and a few other topics. Thanks so much to Dave for taking time out of his schedule to chat with us, and we hope you all enjoy the episode!

Episode 26: Coffee Break Turns One!

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we celebrate one year of sharing our coffee experiences, interviewing coffee experts, and presenting a variety of coffee-related information. We also cover our own personal learnings within the subject of podcasting and share our plans for future episodes/seasons. If you have ideas for topics you would like to hear in the future, now is a good time to share them in the comments or on our Instagram!

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Episode 25: Listener Q&A - Decaf Coffee

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we answer a question from a friend and regular listener of the show regarding decaf coffee. We cover some of the processes for making decaf coffee beans, share our own experiences with drinking decaf coffee, and also share some tasting notes from a couple of decaf coffee options from local roasters in Houston.

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Episode 24: Interview with Juan Welchez (Part 2)

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jose sits down with Juan Welchez; a Honduran coffee producer and the face behind the account @thecuppingfarmer in Instagram. In this second part of the interview, Juan and Jose discuss:

Experimenting with new fermentation methods
- Logistics and potential issues while doing this
Getting into tasting/grading coffee and the benefits of this as a producer
- Benefits of events like the Cup of Excellence
How has the specialty coffee/consumer preferences grown in the US and has even reached producing countries like Honduras
Finding great coffee while traveling and tasting different coffees that are vastly different than what you're used to
Developing your sensory/tasting abilities
- Noticing flavors and textures of food
- Comparing fruit to flavors/sensations in coffee

Episode 23: Interview with Juan Welchez (Part 1)

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jose sits down with Juan Welchez; a Honduran coffee producer and the face behind the account @thecuppingfarmer in Instagram. In this first part of the interview, Juan and Jose discuss:

The history and logistics of their coffee business and working with family
The challenges of dealing with social media
His recent trip to South Korea to present on the coffee market
The challenges of establishing relationships with specialty coffee buyers
The different types of varietals they work with and the challenges of working with some of these

In the next episode, Juan will start us off by telling us a story of how he started experimenting with anaerobic fermentation.

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Episode 22: Summer Drinks Recipe Swap

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we make the Iced Cane Sugar Latte and Caffè Shakerato that we covered in the previous episode - and Jose also makes one additional drink: an Espresso Martini! We cover the recipes and also provide our comments on the drinks as we make them. You'll get to hear some ASMR elements too!

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Episode 21: Summer Coffee Drinks

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we cover four coffee drinks that we consider delicious options for beating the summer heat. From an Italian Caffè Shakerato to Vietnamese Iced Coffee to Iced Cane Sugar Latte, we cover several options that almost everyone can enjoy this summer. They're all simple to prepare too! Check it out and let us know if these sound like tasty options for your own summer endeavors.

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Episode 20: Espresso for Beginners #8 - Full Interview with Our Italian Friend Covering Coffee in Italy + Our Reactions

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0500

This is the eighth and final episode of our Espresso for Beginners series, and it is one of our favorites because we get to hear from one of our friends in Italy, Carlo, who covers espresso as well as the local coffee culture. One striking element that we covered is the difference between American coffee culture today (strongly influenced by Starbucks) vs coffee culture in Italy (which was an early muse for Starbucks) - it's a bit different from what Starbucks envisioned early on. Tune in and let us know if you have any thoughts on it as well!

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Episode 19: Espresso for Beginners #7 - A Brief History of Espresso

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0500

A Brief History of Espresso: This is the seventh episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. In this episode, we share a little bit of the history of espresso - based on our own research as well as research by others before us. We touch on the very early history of coffee in general, and then dive deeper into the latest "waves" around coffee/espresso. As part of that research, we cover the strong ties between Italy and espresso so we also share part of an interview with one of Christian's friends, Carlo, who is an Italian citizen. Our next episode will be the full interview with Carlo plus the reactions that we have to Italian coffee culture.

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Episode 18: Espresso for Beginners #6 - Gadgets and Accessories

Sun, 22 May 2022 12:00:00 -0500

Gadgets and Accessories: This is the sixth episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We share with you our favorite gadgets that we've acquired (or hoarded?) over the years that help the process of making espresso a bit easier. We also share what we have and why we have it or not have it. The purpose of the gadgets in this episode is to help make your workflow easier. Since this is Espresso for Beginners, we want to keep it simple and just focus on the ease of making espresso. The gadgets we cover don't delve into the details of improving your actual shot. We'll save that for another episode (or series?). Our next episode will cover the history of espresso and how we got to today's espresso!

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Episode 17: Espresso for Beginners #5 - Milk for Your Espresso

Sun, 08 May 2022 12:00:00 -0500

Milk for Your Espresso: This is the fifth episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We dig into the basics of steaming milk so that you can recreate your favorite espresso drinks at home. We cover the process for steaming milk and some pointers we've learned along the way. We don't delve into latte art because we feel that is a more advanced topic. We also discuss alternative milks and the challenges behind steaming them. Our next episode will cover some nice to have but non-essential gadgets to make your espresso-making journey a more pleasant one!

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Episode 16: Espresso for Beginners #4 - The Process (Part 2)

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0500

The Process (Part 2): This is the fourth episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We (after much discussion) finally get to pulling an espresso shot and some of the steps that would happen after you do that. We review shot timing, weighing, tasting, etc. Our next episode will cover the aspect of steaming milk so that you can begin creating your favorite espresso based drinks at home too!

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Episode 15: Espresso for Beginners #3- The Process (Part 1)

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0500

The Process (Part 1): This is the third episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We review the first few aspects of pulling your first shot. We discuss selecting beans, grind sizes, water, distribution, tamping, etc. All those steps leading you to actually pulling a shot But, as always, we got lost in conversation and we weren't able to get to the point of actually pulling your shot. So... for the sake of brevity, our next episode (Part 2) will cover the remainder of the process including actually pulling that shot (we promise!).

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Episode 14: Espresso for Beginners #2 - Gearing Up for Espresso

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500

Gearing Up for Espresso: This is the second episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We discuss (and somewhat disagree) on some suggestions for getting your espresso game started. We cover some machine and grinder suggestions and considerations that you should think of before spending your hard-earned money.

Our next episode in this series will cover getting started with pulling your first shot once you've purchassed your espresso gear!

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Episode 13: Espresso for Beginners #1 - To Espresso or Not To Espresso?

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500

To Espresso or Not To Espresso? This is the first episode of our Espresso for Beginners series. We intend to get you started in your espresso game so that you can start making great espresso at home. In this episode, we discuss whether you want to get into making espresso at home, the financial challenges/benefits of it, and the time/effort commitment it will take. We break down the cost of buying your espresso drinks versus making them at home (while improving your coffee game!).

Our next episode in this series will cover our recommendations for getting your home espresso bar up and running!

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Episode 12: Decoding Espresso Drinks

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:00:00 -0600

Decoding Espresso Drinks: In this episode, we discuss and explain the common and not-so-common espresso drinks you will find at coffee shops and we help you try to make sense of them so you can hopefully find another favorite drink. We also discuss some of the variations you may encounter from coffee shop to coffee shop and the challenges that you may run into when trying to make these at home and how to avoid frustrations when this happens.

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Episode 11: Cold Brew Chronicles

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0600

Cold Brew Chronicles: In this episode, we discuss everything about cold brew: what it is and it's benefits, why restaurants charge you more for it (and no bottomless refills!?), how to make it with gadgets or on a budget, what we recomment for starters, the nitro cold brew craze, and whether we love it or not.

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Episode 10: Slowpokes Interview (Part 2)

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0600

Slowpokes Interview (Part 2): In this episode we continue our conversation with Victor and Ethen from Slowpokes. In this second half of the interview we got to discuss many things such as:

Our continued discussion about roasting
The future of coffee
The Slowpokes brand/theme/imagery
Our favorite/go-to methods
Favorite thing about working at Slowpokes
Favorite menu items at Slowpokes

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Slowpokes is an awesome small coffee chain in Houston, TX. They are doing some amazing things and as you'll hear in future episodes they (and us) are excited about all the great stuff they're working on. We encourage you to give them a try at one of their three locations:

Spring Branch: 8147 B Long Point Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Garden Oaks/Oak Forest (GOOF): 1203 W 34th St Suite D, Houston, TX 77018
Kirby Grove: 2925 Richmond Ave #120, Houston, TX 77098

Episode 9: Slowpokes Interview (Part 1)

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0600

Slowpokes Interview (Part 1): In this episode we got to sit down with Victor and Ethen from Slowpokes. In this first half of the interview we got to discuss many things such as:

Their experience in the service industry
Slowpokes getting into roasting their own coffee
The Slowpokes' team dynamic and culture
The passion that the Slowpokes team has for what they do... coffee, food, and service
Exploring the coffee community around Houston and getting inspiration from others
Hybrid concepts of coffee shops
Recommendations for beginners
Intro to roasting

The second part of this interview will be released in two weeks for Episode 10.

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Slowpokes is an awesome small coffee chain in Houston, TX. They are doing some amazing things and as you'll hear in future episodes they (and us) are excited about all the great stuff they're working on. We encourage you to give them a try at one of their three locations:

Spring Branch: 8147 B Long Point Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Garden Oaks/Oak Forest (GOOF): 1203 W 34th St Suite D, Houston, TX 77018
Kirby Grove: 2925 Richmond Ave #120, Houston, TX 77098

Teaser Episode: Slowpokes Interview

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0600

We had a chance to sit down with Victor and Ethen from Slowpokes and have a long discussion about coffee. We will break this up into multiple episodes that will be released starting on 1/16; however, we wanted to get you a small teaser of what's to come. We hope you enjoy this short snippet of our conversation.

Slowpokes is an awesome small coffee chain in Houston, TX. They are doing some amazing things and as you'll hear in future episodes they (and us) are excited about all the great stuff they're working on. We encourage you to give them a try at one of their three locations:

Spring Branch: 8147 B Long Point Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Garden Oaks/Oak Forest (GOOF): 1203 W 34th St Suite D, Houston, TX 77018
Kirby Grove: 2925 Richmond Ave #120, Houston, TX 77098

Episode 8: Holiday Drinks

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0600

Holiday Drinks: In this episode, we get festive and we discuss our favorite holiday drinks... purchased and homemade, coffee based and not, unalcoholic and alcoholic. A simple lighthearted episode to get us into the holiday mood.

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Episode 7: Dialing Our Espresso In

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0600

Dialing Our Espresso In: In this episode, we discuss our espresso journeys over the last 1+ year and how upgrading our set-up has had a major impact in our coffee journey. We cover the previous machines we used, the challenges we faced with them, our new machines, how are those helping us, our favorite gadgets, and more!

We apologize for the lengthier episode, we got carried away with our discussion!

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Thanksgiving Special: Gesha Tasting

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600

We were able to get our hands on some Gesha coffee from Finca el Injerto in Guatemala thanks to Jose's cousin. In this episode, we share our experience and some of the raw audio of the tasting we did. We hope you enjoy something a little bit different from us this Thanksgiving!

Fun fact: Gesha (or Geisha) coffee does not have Japanese ties. The name refers to the Gesha region in Ethiopia from which this varietal comes from.

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Episode 6: Beans for Beginners #5 - Wrap-Up and Stragglers

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600

Wrap-Up and Stragglers: In this episode, we wrap up our "Beans for Beginners" series. We cover some of the aspects of improving your coffee game that we haven't yet covered. We cover: water quality, grind sizes, better coffee without a grinder, other methods we haven't covered, and how else you can branch out and learn more about coffee.

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Episode 5: Beans for Beginners #4 - The Confusing Coffee Label

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0600

The Confusing Coffee Label: In this episode, we cover all the information that you may find in a coffee label that is not immediately descriptive of the quality and flavor of the coffee. We cover things like Fair Trade, Organic, varietal types (i.e. Arabica, Bourbon, Gesha, etc.), origins, and processing methods. All in hopes to make your coffee buying experience and easier one.

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Episode 4: Beans for Beginners #3 - A Tale of Three Methods

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0500

A Tale of Three Methods: In this episode, we deviate a bit from our scheduled episodes based on your feedback. We used this episode to spend a bit more time discussing the 3 methods (aside from coffee machine) that we mentioned two episodes ago (Coffee on a Budget). So, we delve into the Aeropress, French Press, and Moka Pot to discuss what are the differences in brewing and results when you use these methods.

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Episode 3: Beans for Beginners #2 - Roasts Explained

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Jose made a little mistake and uploaded the wrong episode audio file. This week's episode was supposed to be "A Tale of Three Methods" in which we delve deeper into the three methods we've mentioned in our previous episode. But, since a few folks have already listened to the audio, well just keep this audio and release "A Tale of Three Methods" in two weeks. We apologize for the confusion!

So, on to this episode...

Roasts Explained: We go into the different coffee roasts available, what do they mean, why they exist, and what to expect from them. We also discuss other less known roasts. At the end, we provide you with some ideas on how to try new roasts and hopefully find something you love.

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Episode 2: Beans for Beginners #1 - Coffee on a Budget

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0500

This is our first episode in a multi-part series we're calling "Beans for Beginners".

Coffee on a Budget: In this episode we cover tips and tricks for getting good coffee while not breaking the bank. We cover the methods that we've used starting up that have yielded good results and that you can hopefully try out too without making a big investment.

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Episode 1: Podcast Intro and our Coffee Stories

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 21:00:00 -0500

We introduce you to our new podcast and what it's all about. Then, we each go over our coffee journeys and how we got to loving coffee so much today. We discuss the cultural aspects of our upbringing that introduced us to coffee and how that exposure evolved as we grew up in the United States.

NOTE: This episode is a bit longer than our intended regular episode length. We just felt we needed to share more with y'all.

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