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IT’S JUST COFFEE!

Ben Bicknell & Rohan Cooke

Whether you’re a world barista champion brewing a $150 rare coffee from the hills of Panama, or you’re stirring a spoon of instant coffee in boiling water, at the end of the day, It’s Just Coffee! It’s Just Coffee! is a podcast for all those coffee lovers out there and we"re endeavouring on a journey to find the perfect cup. Not only will we be talking to the world’s best coffee makers and roasters, we’re going to be talking to athletes, comedians, celebrities and anyone that just loves a great

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55:52

Introducing Specialty Coffee to New Regions | SLICK...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2026/01/12

Reza Kosa is the co-founder of Slick Coffee in Muscat, Oman. He’s a certified Q grader and instructor, a Cup of Excellence judge, and a self-described ‘full sensory nerd’. In today’s episode, we discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come with working in specialty coffee in the Middle East. Reza shares his approach to sourcing, roasting, and sharing - touching on the significance of packaging and branding. Through Reza’s story you’ll gain an understanding of how specialty coffee

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23:51

Career Paths for Baristas | COFFEE BREAK!

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2026/01/07

We break down the concept of the ‘three-year career crisis’ (discussing career paths for baristas beyond the machine), and explain why a clean workflow might just be your biggest competitive advantage as a cafe owner. We also dive into the low-risk ways to start a café (pop-ups, shared spaces, equity deals), and the real costs of running a business that nobody tells you about, eek! Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest

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72:47

Pouring 14,000 cups of latte art in 7 weeks | CALEB...

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2026/01/05

How did one man go from never having worked in coffee to winning the World Latte Art Championship only two years later?!Caleb Cha has had an incredible journey from Seoul, South Korea to Melbourne. His dedication to latte art has earned him global recognition, pushing the limitations of latte art with colour and design. In 2023 he opened his own venue, Tone Coffee Roasters, and now has two locations across Melbourne. If you’re serious about getting better at coffee, competitions, or running a

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36:51

How to start the year as a coffee person | COFFEE BREAK!

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2025/12/31

Coffee pros Ben Bicknell and Rohan Cooke spill the tea on how to have the best start to the year in coffee…From cooking tips, dining experiences, and advice for cafe owners. Plus, a call-out to the roasters, now's the time to reflect on your supplier relationships and align your purchasing choices with your values. There’s a little something for everyone this Coffee Break!Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and

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63:14

OUR 2026 INDUSTRY PREDICTIONS | And a look back on...

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2025/12/29

What will the coffee industry look like in 2026? Join us as we speculate on the year ahead, and look back on the one just passed. We predict market trends, (some guesses are more educated than others..), coffee innovations, and supply chain changes. And how did those predictions we made at the start of 2025 turn out? Was there a wave of cafe closures? Did matcha popularity increase? What’s the current home market looking like?! SO many questions - join us for some answers and a lot of

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25:44

Our Top Moments of 2025 | COFFEE BREAK!

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2025/12/24

We’re wrapping a big year of coffee. From Jack Simpson’s World Barista Championship win, to Nemo at the Aeropress Championships, big changes in green coffee pricing, signature drink trends, and so much more.Plus, we share some personal reflections, babies, Dad-life, and Ben’s experience joining the podcast. Also tune in for a very exciting announcement in which we need your help! Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips,

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68:05

Your Christmas Coffee Guide | ROHAN COOKE AND BEN...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/12/22

Whether it’s tips for brewing on the road, at the beach, or with the in-laws, we’ve got you covered. Christmas recipes, a gifting guide, and advice for café owners on surviving the Christmas rush. Join us for a bit of holiday cheer, and who knows, maybe even a visit from the man of the hour.Hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season! Find our seasonal recipes here: Holiday Crema de Café: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSeQjG3jtF_/ Christmas Coffee Cocktail:

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28:33

Coffee Cupping Is Easier Than You Think | COFFEE BREAK!

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2025/12/17

We continue to break down the fundamentals of coffee cupping - we just went deep on our 101 ep this week, so what did we think? From how many cups, passes, and rounds are actually involved, to why identifying defects matters just as much as chasing flavour. Along the way, we connect cupping to everyday brewing, unpacking sensory memory, common faults like channeling and over-extraction, and how temperature and freshness can completely change what you taste. It’s a practical, no-gatekeeping look at

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54:16

COFFEE CUPPING 101 - A practical guide for baristas,...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/12/15

Coffee Cupping 101 - Basics, Benefits & Equipment!We break down the fundamentals of coffee cupping - why it exists, how it’s done, and what you actually need to get started. From setting up a cupping session and understanding ratios, to identifying defects and building sensory skills, this episode walks through the industry’s shared tasting language and why it matters.Guiding us through the process is our main man, Ben Bicknell - World Barista Championship judge, Q Grader, and co-host.This one’s for

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30:04

Hydra Honey, Thermal Shock & the Rise of Sour Origin...

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2025/12/10

Hydro-honey, thermal shock… unique processing methods are coming out of Colombia right now, and we need to talk about it! We reflect on our chat with Juan, and discuss the broader coffee industry, including Nestle's potential sale of Blue Bottle Coffee, Fair Trade's overhaul of global standards, and a new initiative in Ethiopia called Best of Ethiopia. Plus, coffee grounds make concrete stronger?! All this and more on your Coffee Break. Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee

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78:25

Engineering Flavour at Origin | LOHAS BEANS x JUAN...

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2025/12/08

Juan Pablo Campos is the founder of Lohas Beans, a company committed to sourcing Colombia’s finest coffee. He’s built relationships with some of Colombia’s most innovative coffee producers, many of whom are engineering value through unique processing methods. Juan joins us today to talk about Lohas Beans’ journey; discussing fermentation, producer-trader relationships, and the future of Colombian coffee. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the

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34:58

Flavoured Coffee, Fair Prices & Fresh Champions |...

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2025/12/03

This Coffee Break is all about unpacking the big ideas from Peter Roberts episode.We get into why coffee pricing feels so broken, what the Specialty Coffee Transaction Guide is actually fixing, and how transparency could reshape the entire value chain. Plus: the wild world of flavoured vs infused vs co-fermented coffees (where is the line?), why young drinkers are obsessed with syrups, and Australia’s brand new Barista, Latte Art, and Brewers Cup Champions. Coffee Break is your weekly inside

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74:15

The Future of Coffee Pricing | PETER ROBERTS!

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2025/12/01

If you’ve ever wondered why your green coffee costs what it does - or how the whole system could work better - this episode will completely change how you see the industry. Peter Roberts is a Professor at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School and the Academic Director of the Specialty Coffee Transaction Guide (@sctguide) and Grounds for Empowerment. Focusing on making markets fairer and more transparent - especially for coffee producers - after more than a decade studying entrepreneurship,

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28:02

Free Coffee Ruined a Country’s Coffee Culture |...

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2025/11/26

Carlos Escobar is back - but this time with us for Coffee Break! We get into Colombia’s free-coffee culture, why it’s holding the industry back, and how roasting at origin is changing everything.Plus - Who actually drinks the most coffee per capita? Why are competitors waving water? And Carlos sees into the future, calling the shot, Brewers Cup Champ is Simon from Apax Lab! Coffee Break is your weekly inside scoop into the coffee community. Everything from on the fly barista tips, honest and

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56:39

Freshness Starts at Harvest | CARLOS ESCOBAR!

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2025/11/24

Carlos Escobar is the founder of DIFFERENTE Coffee in Colombia, an educator and community builder who has spent his career bridging the gap between producing countries and consuming markets.Carlos grew up on a Colombian coffee farm that his family lost - a moment that shaped his entire family's relationship with coffee. Years later, after moving to Australia and discovering a completely different café culture, he returned home with a mission - keep more value at origin, reshape the idea of

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25:52

Heart Health, Daybright & Mazzer’s New Tech | COFFEE...

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2025/11/20

We start with Aussie burgers and pineapple-on-pizza, then dive into why Colin Harmon from 3fe is one of the most influential operators in modern coffee, and end up talking about café toilet logs in his first book. The boys break down Colin’s journey from finance to four-time Irish Barista Champion, the philosophy, and what we know about his new book dropping this December. We also get into some NEWS, with a new study from the University of Adelaide suggesting that one coffee a day might

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87:55

Should You Even Open a Café in 2026? | COLIN HARMON!

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/11/19

Colin Harmon is a four time Irish Barista Champion, founder of 3fe in Dublin, and author of ‘What I Know About Running Coffee Shops.’ Starting his coffee journey by serving coffee out of nightclub, he entered his very first barista competition… and he won. And he didn’t stop winning.15 decorated years later, Colin has built cafés, a roastery, and a legendary coffee brand, and has just finished his 2nd book, “What I Know About Growing a Coffee Business.” releasing in a few weeks. In this episode

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31:26

Turning Unripe Coffee Into Gold - Coffee Prices,...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/11/12

In today’s Coffee Break We discuss the rising coffee prices in the US, with a particular upswing in the value of cold brew. We also explore the potential of anaerobic fermentation to improve unripe coffee cherries, and mull over the impact of short-form content in the coffee industry; how do we continue to have deep conversations online when content is becoming more and more bit-sized? Plus, Oli from Condesa CoLab jumps in with a quick coffee market forecast, giving us the inside scoop on what’s

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59:59

How to Use Social Media in the Coffee Industry |...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/11/10

Ever wondered if social media plays a role in the success of a coffee business? Does every cafe need an online presence? How do you connect with audiences as a small business? Rohan Cooke, (host and social media expert) answers all of this and more, diving into the nuances of social media in the coffee industry, and speaking from his personal experience as the face of Golden Brown Coffee. If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but

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38:36

Scoring the World’s Best Baristas - Inside the Milan...

IT’S JUST COFFEE! ·

2025/11/05

The team is back together! Fresh off the plane from Milan adventures, the team reflects on a huge week at the World Barista Championship and what it really takes to keep learning, innovating, and competing at the highest level.From anaerobic fermentation turning unripe cherries into gold, to Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood’s water filtration system that’s changing how we think about quality at home. Ben and Rohan unpack the difference between innovation and refinement, the hidden realities of

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