As I sat amidst my collection of vintage espresso machines, I stumbled upon an old, faded photo of my grandmother in her coffee shop. It […]
Author: Julian Vale
My name is Julian Vale, and I hate AI fluff. I write to tell real stories.
A Guide on How to Preheat a Manual Espresso Maker
I still remember the first time I competed in the national Barista Championship – my manual espresso maker was my trusty sidekick, and I had […]
An Advanced Guide: What Is a Coffee Refractometer?
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a coffee refractometer – it was like a revelation, helping me dial in the perfect cup […]
An Advanced Guide to What Is Pressure Profiling in Espresso
I still remember the first time I heard someone explain what is pressure profiling in espresso as if it was some kind of mystical ritual, […]
A Barista’s Guide on How to Develop Your Coffee Palate
I still remember the day I realized that developing my coffee palate wasn’t just about drinking a lot of coffee, but about truly understanding the […]
A Review of the Cafelat Robot: Manual Espresso Perfected?
I still remember the day I first heard about the Cafelat Robot, a machine touted as a game-changer in the world of coffee. As a […]
An Explainer: What Is Body in Coffee?
I still remember the first time I tasted a coffee with a rich, velvety body – it was like a revelation. The question of what […]
An Explainer: What Is Acidity in Coffee? (it’s a Good Thing)
I still remember the first time I tasted a coffee that made my eyes widen – it was a Kenyan AA with an acidity that […]
A Guide on How to Use the Coffee Taster’s Flavor Wheel
I still remember the first time I used the coffee taster’s flavor wheel – it was like a whole new world of flavors opened up, […]
Smart Budget Guide to Manage Your Money Wisely
I still remember the day I had to create a budget guide for my coffee shop, and it was like trying to pull a perfect […]