Scott Rao — On extraction measurement

On extraction measurement
Presented by Scott Rao
At BGE Barista Camp 2015
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Scott Rao is an author and consultant with over 20 years of experience in the coffee industry. Scott has owned several cafes and roasting businesses and has written four professional-level books about coffee making, including The Professional Barista's Handbook and The Coffee Roaster's Companion.
www.scottrao.com


Synopsis:
This talk discusses how to use a refractometer and the benefits of measuring coffee extraction. Extraction levels are tightly correlated with the taste of coffee, and measuring extractions makes producing consistently delicious coffee easier.