As a champion barista, I’ve seen far too many coffee enthusiasts struggle with the age-old debate: conical vs flat burr grinders. It’s a choice that […]
Author: Julian Vale
My name is Julian Vale, and I hate AI fluff. I write to tell real stories.
A Simple Guide on How to Clean a French Press Properly
I still remember the first time I tried to clean a French press – it was a disaster. The coffee oils had built up, and […]
A Guide to the Different Types of Latte Art
I still remember the first time I saw a barista effortlessly crafting a beautiful design on a cup of coffee – it was as if […]
A Better Brew: a Guide to the James Hoffmann French Press Technique
I still remember the day I stumbled upon James Hoffmann’s French press technique – it was like a revelation in a cup. As a certified […]
An Explainer: the Best Milk for Latte Art and Why
As a barista champion, I’ve seen my fair share of latte art disasters, all because of the wrong choice of milk. The best milk for […]
The Essential Photography Guide for Perfect Shots
As a barista champion, I’ve always been fascinated by the parallels between crafting the perfect cup of coffee and capturing life’s perfect moments through photography. […]
A Step-by-step Guide to Pouring a Latte Art Heart
I still remember the first time I attempted to pour a latte art heart – it was a disaster. The milk was too hot, the […]
A Barista’s Secret for How to Get Perfect Microfoam
I still remember the first time I struggled to create perfect microfoam for latte art – it was like trying to grasp a handful of […]
A Guide to the Best Coffee to Water Ratio for Cold Brew
I still remember the day I discovered the best coffee to water ratio for cold brew – it was like a revelation in a cup. […]
A Guide on How to Make an Aeropress Espresso-style Shot
I still remember the first time I attempted to make an Aeropress espresso-style shot – it was a disaster. The brew was over-extracted, bitter, and […]