24. Barista Documentary to Starting Black & White Coffee Roasters with Kyle Ramage

Kyle Ramage joins Buy The Drip Podcast. Listen to the compelling conversation with Kyle Ramage, former United States Barista Champion and co-owner of Black & White Coffee Roasters.

Kyle takes us through his fascinating journey in the coffee industry, starting with how he got involved in the specialty coffee scene, his experience participating in the World Barista Championship, and his role in a documentary about barista competitions.

He opens up about the challenges and rewards of starting his own coffee shop and roastery, providing invaluable advice for aspiring coffee shop owners.

Kyle shares insights into the growth and scaling of Black & White Coffee Roasters, discussing the operational challenges of running a roastery and the crucial need for building efficient systems. He also addresses the controversy surrounding the Best of Panama competition and the innovative processing techniques that are reshaping the specialty coffee landscape.

To wrap up, Kyle talks about the exciting opening of a new store in an airport.

This episode is packed with unique insights and valuable lessons from the specialty coffee world, making it a must-listen for anyone passionate about coffee and entrepreneurship.

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