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What is a characteristic of Arabica beans?

  • Peanut shaped (correct)
  • Oily exterior
  • Higher in caffeine
  • Stronger taste

Which statement is true regarding coffee blends?

  • Single origin coffee comes from various regions.
  • All coffee in cafés is from one specific region.
  • House blends are typically unique to each café.
  • Blends are used to achieve a balanced flavor. (correct)

What describes a dark roast coffee?

  • Brown and chocolate appearance
  • Smooth taste without bitterness
  • Less moisture and oilier exterior (correct)
  • Higher caffeine presence

How does roast time affect coffee flavor?

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What is a notable feature of Robusta beans?

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Which piece of equipment is essential for measuring the temperature of milk during preparation?

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What is the primary purpose of a tamper in coffee preparation?

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Which equipment is typically used to dispose of used coffee grounds after brewing?

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What is the function of color-coded cloths in the coffee preparation process?

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Which item is essential for serving coffee and other beverages?

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Flashcards

Arabica Bean

A type of coffee bean, globally dominant, known for its lower caffeine content, smooth flavor, and sweet aroma.

Robusta Bean

A coffee bean type with higher caffeine, stronger, acidic taste, and ball-bearing shape.

Coffee Blend

A mix of different coffee beans (varieties and origins).

Single-Origin Coffee

Coffee from a specific region or country with unique flavor profiles.

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House Blend

A cafe's primary coffee blend, aiming for a balanced flavour.

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Coffee Roasting

A heat process that transforms green coffee beans into brown roasted beans, enhancing flavor and aroma.

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Coffee Roast Levels

Categories of coffee roasts, ranging from light to dark, each with different flavour profiles and caffeine content.

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Light Roast

A light roasted coffee with a delicate flavor and a noticeable acidity.

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Medium Roast

A roast with a brown and chocolate appearance, and a smooth taste.

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Medium-Dark Roast

A strong roasted coffee with a richer flavour and less acidity than a light roast.

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Dark Roast

A dark, brittle roasted coffee with a bittersweet/tangy flavor, less acidic and less caffeine than light roasts.

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Roast Time & Caffeine

Longer roasts result in darker roasts and reduced caffeine levels.

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Espresso Machine

Equipment used to make espresso, a concentrated coffee.

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Coffee Grinder

Machine that grinds coffee beans into different coarseness levels.

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Tamper

Tool used to compress coffee grounds evenly in the portafilter.

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Knockout tube

Tool for removing spent coffee grounds from the portafilter.

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Milk Jugs

Used for holding and frothing milk.

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Thermometer

Measures temperature.

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Cleaning Brushes

Equipment for cleaning coffee machine components.

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Service Ware

Cups, glasses, mugs, spoons, and saucers for serving coffee.

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Colour Coded Cloths

Separate cloths for cleaning steam wand and bench.

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Study Notes

Beans

  • 100 species but only 2 are commercially grown
  • Arabica beans are the most produced globally
  • Arabica beans are bean-shaped and have lower caffeine levels
  • Arabica beans have a sweet aroma and smoother taste
  • Robusta beans have higher caffeine levels, stronger tastes, and acidic notes
  • Robusta beans are ball-shaped

Blends

  • Coffee blends in cafes are mixes of different coffee types from various regions/countries
  • Single-origin coffees come from a specific region and have unique flavors
  • House blends are a combination of many beans to create complex flavors

Roasts

  • Roasting is a process that converts coffee beans to a dark brown color, releasing flavors
  • There are 4 main categories of roasts based on the level of roasting/processing
  • Light roasts have a light brown color, smooth taste, and a sweet aroma
  • Medium roast beans are medium brown with a smooth taste
  • Medium-dark roasts are darker and contain a bit of bitterness
  • Dark roasts have a darker color, less moisture, and have a noticeable bitter/tangy flavor, takes about 2 minutes longer than a medium roast

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