Me Espresso
Higher brewing temperatures extract more caffeine, while lower temperatures—like those used for cold brew—extract less of this bitter-tasting compound.
What are acids?
What type of reaction with the sugar happens when making cotton candy?
What is caramelization?
What state of matter is the funnel cake batter before hitting the oil?
What is a liquid?
What taste receptors are activated when eating a pretzel?
What are salty and umami?
How many restaurants does Brian Malarkey own and operate?
What is 15?
This type of grind is best for espresso machines because it allows water to pass through quickly while still extracting enough flavor.
What is a fine grind?
What ingredient in the lemonade causes it to change color?
What is butterfly pea flower extract?
Why does sugar stick to the surface of the corn dog after frying?
What is due to moisture and caramelization?
What is the name of the ingredient responsible for the red coloring in tropical punch?
What is Red 40?
What is Brian Malarkey's nickname?
What is Shenanigans?
Coffee beans grown at high altitudes develop more of this flavor characteristic, often described as bright and citrusy.
What is acidity?
What pH level causes the lemonade to turn pink?
What is a pH below 7?
How does the batter prevent the Oreo from burning when making fried Oreos?
What is it acts as an insulator?
Why are pretzels dipped in a baking soda solution before baking?
What is it enhances the Maillard reaction?
What is the name of Brian Malarkey's book?
What is Come Early, Stay Late?
Compared to a drip coffee maker, this brewing method requires an extra-coarse grind because the water stays in contact with the coffee for several minutes.
What is a French Press?
Cheesecake has a rich, tangy flavor due to the combination of dairy and fruit. What chemical compound in cream cheese contributes to its slightly tangy taste?
What is lactic acid?
What chemical reaction happens when the funnel cake batter meets the hot oil?
What are gelatinization and browning reactions?
What gases are released when the popcorn kernel explodes?
What are water vapor and carbon dioxide?
Which season of Top Chef was Brian Malarkey a finalist in?
What is Season 3?
Cold brew coffee is steeped for many hours to extract enough caffeine. This is because the lower temperature slows down this scientific process that moves caffeine and other solubles from the grounds into water.
What is diffusion?
What type of chemical reaction occurs when beignets are fried in hot oil?
What is the Maillard reaction?
What role does gluten play in the dough’s stretchiness when making Korean corn dogs?
What is provides elasticity and chewiness?
How does osmosis play a role in turning cucumbers into Kool-Aid pickles?
What is allows Kool-Aid to enter the cucumber, changing its color and flavor?
What is the name of Brian Malarkey's line of cooking oils?
What is Chef's Life?