An artisan roastery based in the Finnish capital of Helsinky has introduced a coffee blend developed by artificial intelligence (AI) which it hopes will ease the workload on the sector that prides itself on manual work.
Helsinki-based Kaffa Roastery’s "AI-conic" blend was launched recently in Finland that consumes the most coffee in the world at 12 kg per capita annually, with a population of 5.6 million people, according to the International Coffee Organization.
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Crafted through a collaboration between Kaffa Roastery and a local AI consultancy Elev, this new blend can captivate the palates of coffee enthusiasts, pushing the boundaries of conventional flavour profiles.
Svante Hampf, managing director and founder of Kaffa Roastery, told AP about exploring the intersection of AI and artisanal coffee roasting. By providing the AI with detailed descriptions of their coffee varieties and flavour profiles, Hampf and his team sought to challenge established norms and unlock new dimensions of taste.
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Despite initial surprises, list the AI's decision to incorporate four types of coffee beans, subsequent tests and blind tastings confirmed the new blend's preference. Remarkably, the tech-assisted blend required no human adjustments, showcasing the AI's adeptness in the realm of flavor innovation.
Antti Merilehto, spokesperson for Elev, emphasised that "AI-conic" symbolises a fusion of tradition and innovation, offering both seasoned professionals and coffee aficionados a fresh sensory experience. Kaffa Roastery views this trial as a catalyst for future dialogue within Finland's vibrant coffee community, bridging the gap between artisanal craftsmanship and technological advancement.
As Hampf reflected on the project's outcomes, he underscored the potentialee of AI to enhance the roasting process and redefine the parameters of taste exploration. With a nod to the AI's skill in crafting detailed taste descriptions, Hampf expressed optimism about the myriad possibilities AI holds for the future of coffee roasting.
In essence, the "AI-conic" blend serves not only as a testament to Finland's rich coffee heritage but also as a harbinger of transformative possibilities at the nexus of tradition and technology. Through this pioneering collaboration, Kaffa Roastery envisions a future where AI augments, rather than replaces, the artisanal craft of coffee roasting, enriching both the industry and the consumer experience.
(With inputs from AP)
Helsinki-based Kaffa Roastery’s "AI-conic" blend was launched recently in Finland that consumes the most coffee in the world at 12 kg per capita annually, with a population of 5.6 million people, according to the International Coffee Organization.
Also read: The world's most popular coffee may be over 600,000 years old
Crafted through a collaboration between Kaffa Roastery and a local AI consultancy Elev, this new blend can captivate the palates of coffee enthusiasts, pushing the boundaries of conventional flavour profiles.
Svante Hampf, managing director and founder of Kaffa Roastery, told AP about exploring the intersection of AI and artisanal coffee roasting. By providing the AI with detailed descriptions of their coffee varieties and flavour profiles, Hampf and his team sought to challenge established norms and unlock new dimensions of taste.
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Despite initial surprises, list the AI's decision to incorporate four types of coffee beans, subsequent tests and blind tastings confirmed the new blend's preference. Remarkably, the tech-assisted blend required no human adjustments, showcasing the AI's adeptness in the realm of flavor innovation.
Antti Merilehto, spokesperson for Elev, emphasised that "AI-conic" symbolises a fusion of tradition and innovation, offering both seasoned professionals and coffee aficionados a fresh sensory experience. Kaffa Roastery views this trial as a catalyst for future dialogue within Finland's vibrant coffee community, bridging the gap between artisanal craftsmanship and technological advancement.
As Hampf reflected on the project's outcomes, he underscored the potentialee of AI to enhance the roasting process and redefine the parameters of taste exploration. With a nod to the AI's skill in crafting detailed taste descriptions, Hampf expressed optimism about the myriad possibilities AI holds for the future of coffee roasting.
In essence, the "AI-conic" blend serves not only as a testament to Finland's rich coffee heritage but also as a harbinger of transformative possibilities at the nexus of tradition and technology. Through this pioneering collaboration, Kaffa Roastery envisions a future where AI augments, rather than replaces, the artisanal craft of coffee roasting, enriching both the industry and the consumer experience.
(With inputs from AP)
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