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Questions and Answers
What is a characteristic of Arabica beans?
What is a characteristic of Arabica beans?
- Peanut shaped (correct)
- Oily exterior
- Higher in caffeine
- Stronger taste
Which statement is true regarding coffee blends?
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?
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?
How does roast time affect coffee flavor?
What is a notable feature of Robusta beans?
What is a notable feature of Robusta beans?
Which piece of equipment is essential for measuring the temperature of milk during preparation?
Which piece of equipment is essential for measuring the temperature of milk during preparation?
What is the primary purpose of a tamper in coffee preparation?
What is the primary purpose of a tamper in coffee preparation?
Which equipment is typically used to dispose of used coffee grounds after brewing?
Which equipment is typically used to dispose of used coffee grounds after brewing?
What is the function of color-coded cloths in the coffee preparation process?
What is the function of color-coded cloths in the coffee preparation process?
Which item is essential for serving coffee and other beverages?
Which item is essential for serving coffee and other beverages?
Flashcards
Arabica Bean
Arabica Bean
A type of coffee bean, globally dominant, known for its lower caffeine content, smooth flavor, and sweet aroma.
Robusta Bean
Robusta Bean
A coffee bean type with higher caffeine, stronger, acidic taste, and ball-bearing shape.
Coffee Blend
Coffee Blend
A mix of different coffee beans (varieties and origins).
Single-Origin Coffee
Single-Origin Coffee
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House Blend
House Blend
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Coffee Roasting
Coffee Roasting
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Coffee Roast Levels
Coffee Roast Levels
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Light Roast
Light Roast
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Medium Roast
Medium Roast
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Medium-Dark Roast
Medium-Dark Roast
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Dark Roast
Dark Roast
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Roast Time & Caffeine
Roast Time & Caffeine
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Espresso Machine
Espresso Machine
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Coffee Grinder
Coffee Grinder
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Tamper
Tamper
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Knockout tube
Knockout tube
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Milk Jugs
Milk Jugs
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Thermometer
Thermometer
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Cleaning Brushes
Cleaning Brushes
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Service Ware
Service Ware
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Colour Coded Cloths
Colour Coded Cloths
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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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