S4 E11: Nicholas, Our Head Roaster

Nathan and Brad sit down with Nicholas Hannah, Baba Java’s head roaster, to hear what he does at Baba Java and how he came to be here.Nicholas shares his journey from barista to head of production and roasting, including his early coffee memories with his Cuban dad’s café con leche, his first specialty experiences, and the transition after a stint in Montana. He talks about the daily challenges of consistency, managing variables, quality control, and developing profiles that honor the origin of each coffee. You’ll also hear about his favorite coffees (including a unique China offering and a standout Costa Rican), sample roasting, and some of the strangest things that have come through the roaster from popcorn kernels to a grape co-ferment that somehow tasted like tortilla chips.A thoughtful, honest conversation about the heart of Baba Java’s coffee and the person making it sing in the cup.----------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our blog: https://babajavacoffee.com/blog/ Find your new favorite coffee with our quiz: https://babajavacoffee.com/coffee-quiz/