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 #idahocoffee01:32 – Roaster Technology: Drum, air, and hybrid roasters10:10 – Roast Phases: Drying, Maillard, Development17:42 – Roast Profiles: Manual vs. software25:50 – Consistency, automation & repeatability29:40 – Cold Coffee Vibes: Cold brew vs. flash brew33:20 – How to Flash Brew: Tips, ratios & brewing advice40:55 – TDS Explained: What’s in your cup?44:10 – Cold Brew Deep Dive: Methods, ratios & why it rocks52:45 – Cold Brew for Iced Lattes: Better than espresso?55:50 – Idaho Coffee Institute Launch

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