S4·E1 Coffee
Synopsis
How a factory in Derbyshire produces 175,000 jars of instant coffee every day, from green coffee beans to the freeze-dried final product. How roasting alters the chemical composition of coffee. How caffeine affects the body and brain. How climate change is affecting coffee harvests worldwide, and the coffee species that could cope with warmer growing conditions. The history of instant coffee going back to the American Civil War. How passion for coffee led to the founding of the Stock Exchange, auction houses and newspapers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 4 Episode 1 of Inside the Factory air?
Season 4, Episode 1 ('Coffee') originally aired on July 17, 2018.
How long is Season 4 Episode 1 ('Coffee')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 59 minutes.
What happens in Inside the Factory Season 4 Episode 1?
How a factory in Derbyshire produces 175,000 jars of instant coffee every day, from green coffee beans to the freeze-dried final product. How roasting alters the chemical composition of coffee. How caffeine affects the body and brain. How climate change is affecting coffee harvests worldwide, and th...