Coffee's trained tasters know their beans and brews

We've looked how the smell of freshly brewed coffee can help relieve stress, why coffee is a bitter brew, how diesel can be made from from coffee grounds, and how coffee was one of the six drinks that changed history.

The world of coffee has as much complexity and diversity as the world of wine. Many different steps and processes go into creating the perfect coffee bean and the perfect cup of coffee.

This week, a look at coffee's trained tasters, their beans and brews.

TTFN, Fred.

Quote of the week: "There are creatures in the universe who would consider you the ultimate achievement, android. No feelings, no emotions – no pain. And yet, you covet those qualities of humanity. Believe me, you're missing nothing. But if it means anything to you...you're a better human than I." - Q to Commander Data, Star Trek: The Next Generation, "Deja Q"

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Coffee's Trained Tasters Know Their Beans and Brews