IRM Roasters Forum

 

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Air-roasting. Sensory science. Real-world insight.

The IRM Roasters Forum is the go-to destination for anyone serious about the craft and future of coffee roasting. Set within a dedicated space at the heart of the show, this two-day programme dives into air-roasting innovation, sensory science, and real-life experiences from roasters, engineers, and equipment experts.

New for 2025: IRM joins as headline sponsor, bringing air-roasting to the forefront of the conversation and to the centre of the show floor.

Whether you're refining your technique, evaluating new technology, or learning from those pushing the boundaries, this is where practical insight meets sharp technical dialogue all under one roof.

 

IRMRF

“It’s where real conversations happen – about quality, technology, sustainability and building stronger businesses through innovation.”

— Ioannis Papadopoulos, Founder, IRM
  • Air-Roasting at the Forefront

Hear firsthand from IRM’s founder and users like Cuppers Choice about how precision air-roasting is redefining uniformity, flavour clarity, speed — and what it means for specialty roasters.

  • Learn from Industry Leaders

Join sessions led by roasting minds like Harley Butcher, Roosa Jalonen, and Sam Corra, exploring everything from airflow profiling and sample roasting to aroma, taste and temperature control.

  • Explore Cutting-Edge Equipment

Discover the Link Sample Roaster from Nucleus Tools — compact, precise, and capable of 1000+ roast profiles with app-based calibration for global consistency.

  • Sensory Science Meets Engineering

With insight from the UK Barista Champion and Q-Grader, learn how engineering precision can be translated directly into flavour and how to better understand the sensory result of your roast curves.

  • Meet the Innovators

From engineers and baristas to sensory specialists and distributors, connect with the people driving innovation including IRM, Brew It Group, and Nucleus Tools.

Be Part of It

Join the conversations shaping the future of roasting — connect with experts, explore new technology, and sharpen your craft at the IRM Roasters Forum.

30 Sept – 1 Oct 2025 | Business Design Centre, London


Register now for Caffè Culture 2025.

Who is it for?

  • Green coffee buyers looking to explore the potential of air-roasting technology

  • Roasters focused on improving consistency, flavour clarity, and roast profiling

  • Coffee professionals and Q-Graders invested in sensory development

  • Distributors and engineers exploring next-gen roasting systems and smarter equipment investments