redrocker652002
Well-Known Member
Having just started the hobby of home roasting my own coffee, I have noticed something interesting. I am used to the big two in the coffee world, Starbucks and Peetes. With both of them, I get a cup of coffee that is very bitter and quite strong. What I am noticing with the coffee I have roasted so far, I am not getting near the bitterness and getting a bit more "flavor" that I am not used to. My own roasts have been, in my mind, perceived as a bit on the weak side, but certainly a bit more actual flavor instead of just harsh bitterness. I am still very new, only about a pound roasted thus far, so I am sure it is a newbie thing. My question, I guess is, am I just getting used to the difference in home roasts vs commercial roasts where they might have to taylor to the masses so to speak? Or am I not doing something right? It is really cool, and I have an old friend who is an actual broker who goes to different farms, so once I get my groove on, I might hit him up and see what he thinks. But, since I am sitting here enjoying a cup, I thought I would post a quick observation . Thoughts and comments are always welcome. Rock On!!!!!!!