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The Ultimate Coffee Roasting Chemistry Throwdown

Reactions is a show that uncovers the chemistry all around us. We answer the burning questions you’ve always wanted to ask, blending the worlds of science and every-day life.

The Ultimate Coffee Roasting Chemistry Throwdown

Season 6 Episode 5 | 10m 33s | CC

How hard could roasting beans at home really be? Sam and George go head-to-head in a coffee roasting competition to find out and Candy Schibli, the founder & head roaster of Southeastern Roastery, provides expert advice.

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