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Ryans·2024年10月12日

Universal Coffee Color Curve vs. Agtron: Which Will Become the New Industry Standard?

The article explores whether the Universal Coffee Color Curve (UCCC) could replace Agtron as the coffee roasting standard. While Agtron is precise, it’s complex and costly. The UCCC uses the CIE Lab* color space, offering a more intuitive roast measurement through L* (lightness), a* (red-green), and b* (blue-yellow) values. Replacing Agtron will require industry adaptation and validation, but the UCCC...

Ryans·2024年8月14日

Exploring Coffee Roasting: Maillard & Caramelization Reactions

The Maillard and caramelization reactions are crucial processes in coffee roasting, transforming green coffee beans into aromatic, flavorful roasted beans. These reactions contribute significantly to the development of coffee's color, aroma, and flavor, with varying effects depending on the degree of roasting. Understanding these reactions helps in achieving the desired roast profile and enhancing the overall coffee experience.

Jakey zhang·2024年8月6日

How Moisture Content Affects the Storage Quality of Green Coffee Beans

Learn how moisture content impacts green coffee beans' quality and shelf life, and discover tools and methods to measure and manage it effectively

Jakey zhang·2024年7月31日

The Importance of Water Activity in Green Coffee Drying

Table of content 1.Coffee Water Activity 2.The Importance of Water Activity in the Drying Process 3.How to Control Water Activity During Drying 4.Conclusions Coffee water activity (aw) is a critical factor in the drying process of green beans. Proper management of water activity during drying ensures that the beans achieve the desired quality, stability, and flavor profile. This blog explores the...

Jakey zhang·2024年7月31日

Ideal Water Activity Range for Storing Green Coffee Beans

Table of content 1.Importance of Water Activity 2.Reasons for Maintaining Water Activity above 0.45 aw 3.Economic Benefits of the Ideal Water Activity Range 4.Relationship between Water Activity and Quality 5.Methods for Measuring Water Activity 6.Conclusions Water activity in green coffee beans is a crucial factor that affects coffee quality and storage stability. Maintaining the...

Jakey zhang·2024年7月23日

Understanding the Role of Coffee Roast Color Analyzers in the Roasting Process

Table of content 1.What is a Coffee Roast Color Analyzer? 2.Why Color Analysis Matters in Coffee Roasting 3.Features of the RoastSee C1 4.Using the Roastsee C1 in the Roasting Process 5.Benefits of Using a Coffee Roast Color Analyzer Precision is essential in coffee roasting to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and aroma. A...