Failed Roasts: The Art of Salvaging or Composting
⏱ 1 min read The Short Version Failed roasts can be re-roasted into cold brew or composted for sustainability, balancing value extraction with ethical waste management. The choice hinges on intent: extending a roast’s life or honoring its limits. In This Article Re-Roast as a Salvage TacticComposting as a Mindful Choice Real talk: Every barista’s journey begins with a challenge—roasts that fall short of perfection. Whether they’re over-extracted or under-extracted, the question isn’t whether you’ll waste coffee—it’s how. The answer lies in a balance of pragmatism and purpose. Re-roasting failed beans into cold brew is a way to stretch every…