This week Keri and Tim discuss their dream home barista set up, bare essentials to start your own and how to save some money if you're looking to level up or start your home barista journey.

Mentioned in this episode: https://melodrip.co/

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Latte art competitions? Automation? Drum roasters? Fave coffee experience vs. best-tasting coffee? Coffee origin trips? Industry gate-keeping?

Today, Roaster Kat (Kat Melhiem) joins Tim and Keri to talk about everything coffee and more. If you're a roaster, coffee content creator, or industry professional, listen for tips, tricks, trade secrets, coffee origin trips, and Roaster Kat's origin story.

Find Roaster Kat:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roasterkat

IG: roasterkat

Coffee People Zine: https://coffeepeople.org/

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In this episode, Tim and Keri dive into the nitty-gritty of launching a coffee venture. From licensing to zoning, they unpack it all, stressing the crucial role of expert advice and regulatory compliance. They'll dish out tips on finding mentors, securing insurance, and tackling the sneaky expenses that come with setting up shop. So, if you're brewing up a coffee dream, tune in for the inside scoop!

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Join Keri and Tim as they spill the tea on customer service, customer opinions, negative interactions, and company values. If you run a small business and interface with customers frequently, this episode is for you!

Get ready to perk up your day with another piping-hot episode of The Drop Temp Coffee Podcast. Keri (Roasted By Mom) and Tim (Blind Coffee Roasters) are joined by Dan McLaughlin, the mastermind behind Golden Triangle Coffee (Cleveland, OH) and a prominent content creator on the scene (@softpourn).
Join us as Dan spills the beans on his journey from barista to roaster to shop owner, sharing his insights into air roasting vs. drum roasting, content marketing, and community-building.
Tune in as we pour over the secrets of the perfect cup of coffee and going viral with your coffee content.

Golden Triangle Coffee: https://goldentrianglecoffee.co

Dan McLaughlin: @softpourn on any platform

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In this segment, the hosts delve into the costs associated with operating a coffee-roasting enterprise. They discuss their expenditures, including purchasing coffee beans, rental fees, packaging materials, labor costs, and equipment expenses. Additionally, they touch upon the criteria they use when choosing coffee varieties, focusing on aspects like quality, flavor profiles, and market appeal. Tim and Keri also share their preferences regarding coffee flavors.

Explore how coffee consumption impacts blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. The conversation covers topics like the rising popularity of brews and the inclusion of cream and sugar in coffee preparations. Toward the end, Keri and Tim reminisce about their favorite cups of coffee from various establishments.

They then revisit starting a coffee roasting business by examining factors affecting production costs, and offer insights like pricing strategies for coffees, key learnings from their ventures, emphasizing branding strategies, SEO practices, and networking efforts.

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Discover more about our passionate hosts and their coffee ventures:

Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com

IG: @blind_coffee_roasters

Roasted by Mom Coffee: https://www.roastedbymom.com

@roastedbymomcoffee on IG, YT, FB, and TikTok

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In this reflective episode of the Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, Tim from Blind Coffee Roasters and Keri from Roasted by Mom Coffee take a moment to grind through the past, examining the beans of wisdom they've collected along their journey as owner-operators in the bustling coffee industry. With a blend of humility and pride, they discuss the pivotal changes they've implemented, the shots they wish they had pulled differently, and the valuable lessons that have shaped their businesses and personal growth. From the roasting process to customer service, listen in as they share their insights on what they've done well, the adjustments they've made, and the aromatic path of continuous improvement they're on. This episode is a must-listen for anyone steeped in the world of coffee or interested in the journey of entrepreneurship. A special thank you to our sponsor, Primo Roasting Equipment, for supporting this deep dive into the heart of coffee craftsmanship.

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Discover more about our passionate hosts and their coffee ventures:

Blind Coffee Roasters: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com

IG: @blind_coffee_roasters

Roasted by Mom Coffee: https://www.roastedbymom.com

@roastedbymomcoffee on IG, YT, FB, and TikTok

For those intrigued by the art and science of coffee roasting, explore Primo Roasting Equipment at https://www.primoroasting.com and see how innovation is brewing in the industry.

In this much-anticipated return of the Drop Temp Coffee Podcast, join hosts Tim Howard, from Blind Coffee Roasters and Keri from Roasted by Mom Coffee as they break their 2-year silence to spill the beans on what's been brewing in their lives and businesses. In this episode, they delve into the rich aroma of changes and challenges they've faced in the coffee roasting world, stirring in personal anecdotes and life updates that blend seamlessly with their passion for coffee. They'll also share insights into the industry's latest trends, offering a cup of wisdom to coffee enthusiasts and fellow roasters alike.

Special thanks to our sponsor, Primo Roasting Equipment, for supporting our journey back to the airwaves. Brew yourself a fresh cup and tune in to this heartwarming and enlightening episode.

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Blind Coffee Roasters Website: https://www.blindcoffeeroasters.com

IG: @blind_coffee_roasters

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Roasted by Mom Coffee Website: https://www.roastedbymom.com

To explore the cutting-edge roasting technology that keeps our coffee game strong, check out Primo Roasting Equipment at https://www.primoroasting.com