Discover The History of The Coffee Roaster
Transforming green beans into the aromatic coffee we love depends on one vital piece of equipment – the coffee roaster. But how much do you ...read more
A coffee & food lover specializing in espressos, cold brews & infusions. Most likely bouldering if I’m not drinking coffee or cooking!
A Guide to Coffee Grind Size, Consistency, & Flavor
Pardon the pun, but grind size is no small matter. Controlling this variable allows you to improve the taste of your coffee, ensure repeatability, experiment ...read more
How to Choose The Best Milk Jug for Steaming & Latte Art
Milk steaming and latte art are two essential skills for any barista. Neither are easy to master, especially when you first start, but I’ve got ...read more
Specialty Tea: An Introduction to Tea Cupping
Drinking specialty tea is an adventure in flavors, origins, aromas, and more. And there’s no better way to appreciate the complexities of a high-quality tea ...read more
What Is Agitation & How Does It Make My Filter Coffee Better?
Filter coffee is great, isn’t it? The calming drip of the brew, the elegance of the pour-over process, and the coffee itself – a smooth ...read more
Putting Customers’ Wants First – Without Serving Bad Coffee
Third wave baristas are passionate people. And generally speaking, we’re passionate about one thing: coffee. But what happens when a customer doesn’t share the same ...read more
Espresso vs Filter: What’s The Difference?
Coffee’s not just coffee any more. Specialty shops have completely changed the way we view and taste our cup of Joe. We’ve discovered a myriad ...read more
Extraction Wars – Espresso vs Ristretto
Espressos, lattes, flat whites, Americanos, long blacks… Just when you think you know and understand the differences between all these drinks, you hear someone ahead ...read more