Home Roaster Competition FAQ - Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders

BODHI BLEND-OFF ROASTING COMPETITION

Get ready for another exciting round of our Bodhi Blend-Off, a home roasting competition that celebrates camaraderie and the shared joy of tasting coffee!


Competition Overview
  • Craft a master blend using selected single-origin coffees renowned for their unique flavors.
Objective
  • Use any combination of 2 to 6 of the selected coffees.
  • Choose your preferred roast level and roasting method.

Key Dates

  • Submission Deadline: January 15th, 2024
  • Scoring Announcement & Public Cupping Event: January 24th, 2024
    • Location: Bodhi Leaf HQ Quality Control Lab – 428 West Katella Ave. Suite B, Orange, CA 92867

Scoring & Recognition

  • Scoring Method: Blends will be evaluated through blind tasting by the Bodhi Leaf QC/Roasting Team using a standardized scoring system.
  • Top 10 Recognition:
    • Winners Announced: January 24th, 2024
    • Prizes:

Public Cupping Event

  • Date: Friday, January 24th, 2024, 2 PM
  • Location: Bodhi Leaf HQ in Orange, CA
  • Details: Join us for a tasting of the top 10 blends and celebrate the best home roasters! Can't attend? We'll share the competition results via our newsletter and Instagram (@bodhileafspecialty).
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F.A.Q.s

How do I submit my sample?

You can mail or drop off your sample at 428 West Katella Ave. Suite B, Orange, CA 92867 by January 15th, 2024.

What kind of roaster can I use?

You are welcome to use any coffee roaster under 5kg capacity. Stove top roasters, hot air roasters, drum roasters... ANYTHING as long as it's under the 5kg maximum that we consider to be a commercial roaster.

How much coffee do I need to submit?

We need 4oz to be able to cup roasts throughout the multiple rounds of competition. Orders will come with a pouch for your submission, but if you don't have the provided pouch for any reason, you're welcome to submit in any sealed container.

When will the winner be announced?

Winners will be revealed during the public cupping event on January 24th, 2024.

For those who cannot join us in person, we share results via email as well as make a post on our instagram ( @bodhileafspecialty )

THANK YOU

Good Luck!

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