The AI-driven creation of a new coffee blend by Kaffa Roastery in Helsinki highlights both the potential and concerns of using artificial intelligence in traditional industries. Kaffa, in collaboration with AI consultancy Elev, utilized AI models to develop a coffee blend that combines flavors from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Guatemala, aiming to cater to sophisticated palates. The AI also designed the coffee bag label and provided tasting notes, describing the blend as a balanced mix of sweetness and ripe fruit. This initiative demonstrates the application of AI in enhancing the coffee roasting process, a craft highly regarded in Finland. However, this automation raises questions about the future role of AI in artisanal sectors, where the unique human touch is cherished.
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