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Arabica coffee, known for its rich flavor, is a key agricultural product in Indonesia, with Sumowono Arabica from Central Java being particularly renowned for its distinct aroma and acidity. The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of adding rice during the roasting process on the acidity and caffeine content of Sumowono Arabica coffee. Roasting plays a crucial role in determining coffee's chemical composition, particularly with respect to compounds such as chlorogenic acids and caffeine. By incorporating rice into the roasting process, significant alterations in the coffee's flavor profile and chemical composition were observed. Specifically, the addition of rice resulted in a reduction of both caffeine concentration and acidity. The starch content of rice interacts with caffeine and acids, potentially through absorption and buffering effects, leading to a decrease in the levels of these compounds. The study found that as the rice percentage increased, caffeine concentration decreased, while the pH (acidity) of the coffee rose, indicating a reduction in acidity. These results suggest that the addition of rice during the roasting process can optimize the sensory qualities of coffee, offering an innovative method for producers seeking to enhance flavor profiles while catering to consumer preferences for lower caffeine and acidity levels. This research provides valuable insights for the coffee industry, highlighting the potential of rice addition as a natural method for improving coffee quality and market appeal.
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Müller, A., Zimmermann-Klemd, A.M., Lederer, A., Hannibal, L., Kowarschik, S., Huber, R., Storz, M.A. (2021) A Vegan Diet Is Associated With a Significant Reduction in Dietary Acid Load: Post Hoc Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial in Healthy Individuals. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18, 9998.
Navneet, Martinez, M.M., Joye, I.J. (2024) Heat-Treated Bean Flour: Exploring Techno-Functionality via Starch-Protein Structure-Function Analysis. Food Hydrocolloids, 157, 110416.
Okonwu, K., Egerton, N.A., Ajayi, A.E., Agogbua, J.U. (2022) Nutritional Composition of Some of the Most Consumed Cereals and Legumes in Nigeria, 14, 53–8.
Oliveira, R.C.S., Oliveira, L.S., Franca, A.S., Augusti, R. (2009) Evaluation of the Potential of SPME-GC-MS and Chemometrics to Detect Adulteration of Ground Roasted Coffee with Roasted Barley. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 22, 257–61.
Park, J., Park, H.Y., Chung, H.-J., Oh, S.-K. (2023) Starch Structure of Raw Materials with Different Amylose Contents and the Brewing Quality Characteristics of Korean Rice Beer. Foods, 12.
Pattaraprachyakul, W., Sawangkeaw, R., Ngamprasertsith, S., Suppavorasatit, I. (2023) Optimization of Coffee Oil Extraction from Defective Beans Using a Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Technique: Its Effect on Volatile Aroma Components. Foods, 12.
Rao, N.Z., Fuller, M. (2018) Acidity and Antioxidant Activity of Cold Brew Coffee. Scientific Reports, 8, 16030.
Raveendran, A., Murthy, P.S. (2022) New Trends in Specialty Coffees - “the Digested Coffees”. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 62, 4622–8.
Santoso, I., Mustaniroh, S., Choirun, A. (2021) Methods for Quality Coffee Roasting Degree Evaluation: A Literature Review on Risk Perspective. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 924, 12058.
Suputra, K.E.D., Yoga, I.W.G.S., Triani, I.G.A.L. (2023 Analisis Nilai Tambah Kopi Bubuk Produksi CV. Kopi Kak Dukuh, Jurnal Rekayasa dan Manajemen Agroindustri 11, 208–15.
Tarigan, E.B., Wardiana, E., Hilmi, Y.S., Komarudin, N.A. (2022) The Changes in Chemical Properties of Coffee during Roasting: A Review. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 974, 12115.
Won Young Cho, B.H.K.H.P. (2023) A Study on Optimizing the Chlorogenic Acid Content of Coffee According to the Roasting and Extraction Method TT - A Study on Optimizing the Chlorogenic Acid Content of Coffee According to the Roasting and Extraction Method. Journal of Convergence in Food & Spatial Design, 18, 1–11.
Zhu, J., Wang, H., Fu, Y. (2024) Oxidised Porous Starch Carrier for Caffeine Delivery: Preparation, Characterisation, and in Vitro Release. International Journal of Food Science & Technology, 59, 4479–88.