Everyday Beans Podcast - Mostly About Coffee and Other Stuff

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In this episode, I'm getting real about the year-long coffee mastery challenge I'm about to embark on. While I'm excited about the journey ahead, I'm taking a moment to reflect on five potential pitfalls that worry me as I dive deeper into this pursuit. I talk about becoming a coffee accessory chaser, getting trapped by recipe obsession, losing patience with the 12-month timeline, burning out from the intensity, and perhaps most concerning—whether this deep focus might actually ruin my relationship with coffee altogether.
I share a personal story from my college days when I became completely obsessed with cars, building turbos and modifying my 240SX, only to eventually lose all passion for it. That experience haunts me as I consider this coffee challenge. I'm being honest with you about the real possibility that this drive for mastery could transform coffee from something I love into just another beverage. By listening to this episode, you'll gain insight into the psychological challenges of deep skill development and hear an honest conversation about the trade-offs between mastery and maintaining genuine passion for what we love.
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I started this episode planning to convince everyone why flatbed brewers are superior to cone-shaped filters because of their more even coffee bed distribution. But after testing both methods over the past few days, I realized I needed to talk about something more important—how to explore different brewing styles without buying more gear. I've been a cone-shaped filter devotee for years, even looking down on flatbed brewers and their ridge designs. But lately, I've discovered that cone filters make my coffee punch way too hard with acidity, while flatbed filters mellow everything out and bring more sweetness into perspective. The revelation here isn't about which brewer is "best"—it's about understanding that our preferences change, and we can experiment with different flavor profiles using simple accessories.
By listening to this episode, you'll learn how to transform your existing pour-over setup using different filter styles without spending money on new equipment, understand how cone versus flatbed filters affect acidity and sweetness in your cup, and develop a more flexible approach to coffee brewing that prioritizes personal taste over online recommendations. I'll share why buying flatbed filters for your current V60 might give you more brewing versatility than purchasing an entirely new brewer.
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In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of brewing great coffee: ratios, or as I like to call it, strength level. I share my personal journey from brewing at a 1:10 ratio (pretty strong, mainly to satisfy my wife's preference for bold coffee) to discovering that different roast levels demand completely different approaches. I talk about how my palate evolved as I moved from 1:10 to 1:11, then 1:12, 1:13, and eventually settling around 1:15 as my general sweet spot. But here's where it gets interesting—I explain why I now brew dark roasts at 1:16-1:17 to open up their balance and sweetness, medium roasts at 1:15 for optimal clarity, and light roasts anywhere from 1:13-1:14 or even pushing to 1:17-1:18 with higher extraction to bring out complexity and acidity.
By listening to this episode, you'll learn how to identify your own ideal brew ratio through intentional experimentation and pattern recognition. I share practical guidance on testing different ratios to understand what you actually like in your coffee, rather than blindly following what others recommend. You'll discover why the ratio you choose is half the battle in conquering any coffee, and how finding your personal preference creates a repeatable system that lets you truly enjoy coffee for what it is. Whether you're drinking light, medium, or dark roast, this episode will help you understand why your ratio matters and how to dial it in for maximum enjoyment.
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In this episode, I open up about my current relationship with coffee and what drives my brewing choices every single day. I confess that I'm a pour-over person through and through, with a strong preference for medium to dark roasts—especially darker roasts that deliver both sweetness and acidity in balance. I share my struggles with light roasts, my evolving palate that's making even medium roasts taste too acidic, and why I'm gravitating toward African coffees and certain Colombians. I also reveal my frustrations with fruit-forward profiles that lack natural sweetness and explain why clarity isn't always the holy grail it's made out to be.
By listening to this episode, you'll gain insight into how personal preferences shape our coffee experiences and why understanding your own palate matters more than following trends. I also introduce an upcoming challenge that will push me outside my comfort zone—attempting to master any coffee in just two to three trials instead of fifteen. This journey is about appreciation, growth, and questioning whether we're chasing the right things in our cups.
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In this episode, I dive deep into the Hario Pegasus Dripper and share my honest thoughts on whether it deserves a spot in your coffee brewing arsenal. I walk through my hands-on experience with this size 2 dripper, examining everything from its groove pattern design to its filter compatibility issues. I discuss the peculiar two-hole drainage system that bothers me, the awkward fit of Hario's own filters, and how it compares directly to the classic Hario V60 that many of you already own.
By listening to this episode, you'll learn exactly why I believe the Hario Pegasus falls short compared to other pour-over options on the market, and more importantly, what you should invest in instead. I explain the importance of versatility in coffee brewing equipment, why paper filter options matter more than you think, and how to make smarter decisions about adding new gear to your setup. Whether you're considering buying the Pegasus or just curious about pour-over dripper design, I give you the practical insights you need to brew consistently great coffee without wasting money on limiting equipment.
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