The Acid Makes Coffee Better podcast is for coffee enthusiasts and coffee professionals alike. Featuring interviews with various stakeholders in the coffee supply chain, it provides the listener a deeper understanding the seed to cup dynamic. By exploring the history, science, and art of coffee, listeners can gain a deeper appreciation for this beloved beverage.
Meet Edgard Bressani - the founder and CEO of Latitudes Brazilian Coffees and a true "ambassador" of Brazilian Specialty Coffee
Edgard Bressani, founder and CEO of Latitudes Brazilian Coffees, shares insights on sustainable sourcing and innovative brewing methods that shape the future of coffee.
11 Oct 2024
Meet Wilford Snr. & Wilford Jnr. - the owners of the Lamastus Family Estates
We had the pleasure of meeting Wilford Lamastus Snr. & Jnr. earlier this year to discuss the history of coffee in Panama, challenges coffee growers face, and the future of Best of Panama (BoP).Wilford Snr. & Wilford Jnr. are Panamanian coffee producers and the owners of the Lamastus Family Estates. The Lamastus family has been growing coffee in the Boquete region of Panama for over 100 years. At the turn of the twentieth century, Kentucky-born Robert Lamastus arrived in Panama as part...
29 Jun 2024
Meet Morten Wennersgaard - Founder of Nordic Approach
Morten founded Nordic Approach in 2011, and has been involved in every aspect of the business since inception.
He has more than a decade of experience sourcing and direct buying from producers in Africa, Central/South America and Asia.
Besides managing the company Morten is the main buyer and cupper for Nordic Approach. His experience has taught him how processing methods and farming variables are linked to cup quality.
Before starting Nordic Approach in 2011 he worked for 9 years as the product manager and buyer at Solberg & Hansen Coffee roasters in Oslo, Norway.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
5 Jun 2024
Meet Yanina Ferreyra - Project Origin International Sales Manager and Green Coffee Buyer + 2019 Australian Brewers Cup Champion
Originally from Argentina, Yanina’s coffee journey began 15 years ago doing. She now resides in Australia and works for Project Origin, a company that curates and imports green coffee beans.
With Project Origin, she works on growing relationships at origin, sourcing coffee, and selling coffee to key partners internationally.
In 2019 she placed 1st in the Australian Brewers Cup. She then represented Australia at the World Brewers Cup held at the Specialty Coffee Expo in Boston where she placed 9th in the world.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
22 May 2024
Meet Faris Sheibani - Founder & CEO of Qima Coffee
Faris Sheibani, is driven by a deep desire to make a positive change to the world around him. Born in the UK and growing up between the scenic pastures of north England and the rugged mountains of his native city of Taiz, Yemen, Faris’ passion lies in connecting different cultures and peoples.
With a background in developing energy projects in emerging countries, Faris utilised his experience to establish QIMA as a sustainable, reliable and revolutionary specialty-coffee supplier in Yemen. In 2016 Faris established Qima Coffee with the aim of generating sustainable livelihoods for Yemen's smallholder coffee producers. They’ve achieved this through reestablishing Yemen as a renowned specialty coffee origin where later were discovered Mother Species, Yemenia.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
26 Apr 2024
Meet Cosimo Libardo - Head of Sales and Marketing at Ceado and SCA Treasurer
Cosimo Libardo is known for his significant contributions to the coffee industry. He has been involved in various capacities, including leadership roles within the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA). His expertise encompasses a range of areas within the coffee sector, from business strategies to the nuances of coffee brewing and tasting. His insights are highly valued in the industry, especially in discussions about the future of coffee, innovations in brewing, and the role of training and education in coffee.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
17 Jan 2024
Meet Hassan Tayeb - Co-Founder of Mokha King Coffee
In our final episode of the season one with Hassan we discuss: the history of Yemen coffee production, the hurdles Yemeni farmers and producers face to grow, process and ship coffee relative to other countries, sensory notes of Yemeni coffee and the role of creating demand for specialty coffee beverages within Yemen.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
25 Dec 2023
Meet Darya Zakharova - sales account executive for Ally Coffee MENA, Q-Arabica grader and WCE Judge for Barista & Brewers
In this episode with Darya we discuss: the difference between the coffee industry in different parts of the World, the Q system and it's value to coffee industry, her experience judging World Barista and Brewers competitions and tips to build a great presentation.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
9 Dec 2023
Meet Frederick Bejo - Co-Founder, Green Buyer and Head of Operations of Archers Part 2
In Part 2 of our two part series we discuss the impact of coffee processing on taste and aroma, communication of sensory notes to baristas and customers, subjectivity of sensory experience, and thoughts on infused coffees.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
29 Nov 2023
Meet Frederick Bejo - Co-Founder, Green Buyer and Head of Operations of Archers Part 1
In this episode Part 1 we discuss how customer demand affects green bean purchasing, challenges in sourcing, water problems within the UAE and specialty coffee capsules.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
8 Nov 2023
Meet Abdulrahman Saeed - founder of Mokha Not Mocha
In this episode we discuss why Abdulrahman got in coffee production, what is Mokha Not Mocha, and what were the steps and difficulties faced in launching this project in Yemen.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
20 Oct 2023
Meet Khalid Al Mulla - CEO Dubai Coffee Museum
In this episode we're discussing the historical importance of coffee in ME region, role of SCA and future of coffee in ME
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
2 Oct 2023
Meet Jorge Castro from Inmaculada Coffee Farms
In this episode we are discussing Inmaculada coffee farms, what it takes to farm in Colombia and what it takes to produce competition lots.
Watch this episode at www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee (http://www.youtube.com/@THREEcoffee)
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