How Coffee Farm Elevation Impacts Cup Quality

In this episode, Kenneth sits down with Stefan Tribble and Steph Parsons to continue their discussion about how the way the beans are grown affects the taste. Today, they are talking about the impact elevation has on the coffee we drink.
They delve into how elevation impacts the rate of growth, the density of the bean, and the taste profile. Importantly, you will also learn about some simple tricks you can use to quickly pick out the best-tasting coffees - tips you can use whether you are buying beans or a cup of coffee.
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS 

Just like humans, coffee beans are impacted by the fact the air is thinner at high altitudes.
The higher it grows, the denser the bean is, which has a positive impact on the taste.
The variety that is grown and which country it grows in also plays into the elevation/taste equation.
There are exceptions to the rule. Some coffees that are grown at low elevations still have superior taste profiles. Examples are shared in the episode.
Coffee farms near the coast and on islands also have the potential to produce high-quality beans.
Coffees grown in mountainous areas near the equator typically have the highest potential for giving you that perfect cup.
The coffee cherry matures slower at higher elveations, which contributes positively to the flavor.

 
BEST MOMENTS
‘The coffee farm has about a 50% impact on your cup.´
‘With higher density, you´re gonna get a higher cup quality.’
‘With coffee, if you can grow it slower….., then you will have a higher quality.’
 
VALUABLE RESOURCES
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ABOUT THE HOST
As a coffee lover, physician, chemical engineer, serial entrepreneur, competitive runner, writer, and family man, Kenneth knows what it’s like to push yourself to achieve goals very few accomplish. He’s one of the best specialty coffee roasters in the United States as he’s a multi-year US Coffee Roasters’ Competition Finalist. He created Umble Coffee Co with the belief that, if sourced and roasted right, coffee can taste phenomenal and be good for you.
“Life’s too short to drink bad coffee.”
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Podcast Description
Coffee 101 is an educational show on all things coffee. The host, Kenneth Thomas, starts with the most basic questions about coffee and builds your knowledge from there. If you love coffee, are curious about coffee, or you’re a business just looking for a resource to train your team, Coffee 101 is without question the show for you! 
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