Coffee Grower Rich Lipner discusses his side of the coffee business

Coffee Grower Rich Lipner discusses his side of the coffee business

Author: Josh Linnes May 26, 2014 Duration: 48:50

In this episode Josh calls up his friend Rich Lipner, owner of Dos Jefes coffee farm in Boquete, Panama. Rich has been diligently producing his own coffee called Cafe De La Luna as well as giving coffee tours on his private farm. His knowledge is very high when it comes to the world of coffee, coffee growing, and how to make excellent tasting coffee.

Think of this show as your introduction to coffee growing as you hear from two passionate coffee drinkers who love coffee.

In this episode, we discuss:

Where is the best area on the globe to grow coffee.
Perfect French Press, The exact time to wait before you press.
What are the best ways to prepare coffee.
Where the most expensive coffee in the world is grown, up to $300 a pound.
Why you should ask where the beans come from at your local coffee shop.


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