Scott Rao

Coffee Roasting Best Practices

Name: Coffee Roasting Best Practices
Brand: Scott Rao
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Scott Rao has become one of the most trusted voices in guiding the coffee roasting process. In Coffee Roasting Best Practices, Rao distills 25 years of experience into a clear, practical handbook for anyone seeking to understand and improve their roasting.

From heat transfer and airflow to development curves and profiling, the book breaks down complex concepts into approachable insights that can elevate both professional and aspiring roasters. More than a technical manual, it’s a roadmap to consistency, clarity, and quality in every batch.

For those who believe roasting is equal parts science and craft, this book is a cornerstone resource.

Special Features

Comprehensive guidance from one of coffee’s leading educators
Practical frameworks for controlling and refining roast profiles
Clear explanations of key principles like rate of rise, development, and balance
Essential reference for professionals, educators, and ambitious home roasters

About the Author

Scott Rao has spent his career shaping how the world understands and makes coffee. From opening his first café and roastery in Amherst at just 22, to pioneering shops in New Zealand and Montreal, Rao has built a reputation for innovation and influence. After years of running cafés, he turned to writing and consulting, authoring essential works like The Professional Barista’s Handbook, Everything but Espresso, and The Coffee Roaster’s Companion. Today, he teaches advanced roasting masterclasses, advises roasters worldwide, and continues to design tools that push the craft forward.