I still remember the first time I tasted a perfectly brewed cup of Japanese-style iced coffee. It was like a symphony of flavors on my […]
Author: Julian Vale
My name is Julian Vale, and I hate AI fluff. I write to tell real stories.
3 Best Aeropress Recipes to Try From Champions
I still remember the day I discovered the best aeropress recipes to try weren’t just about following a formula, but about understanding the nuances of […]
Cold Brew Vs. Iced Coffee: a Clear Explanation
As a barista trainer, I’ve seen the cold brew vs iced coffee debate rage on, with many of my students torn between the two. They […]
A Guide to the Aeropress Inverted Method
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a guide to the aeropress inverted method. It was like a revelation – the flavors were […]
A Guide on How to Identify Flavor Notes in Coffee
I still remember the first time I struggled with how to identify flavor notes in coffee. As a young barista, I was frustrated by the […]
The Best Coffee Beans for Cold Brew, According to a Roaster
I still remember the day I realized that the best coffee beans for cold brew weren’t just about throwing any old beans in a jar. […]
A Practical Guide to Overcoming Your Fear of Public Speaking
I still remember the day I had to give a presentation at the national Barista Championship – my hands were shaking, and my mind was […]
An Explainer: What Does “breaking the Crust” Mean in Cupping?
I still remember the first time I encountered the term “what does breaking the crust mean in cupping”. It was during my early days as […]
How to Set Up a Coffee Cupping at Home
I still remember the first time I attempted to set up a coffee cupping at home – it was a disaster. I had read all […]
A Guide to the Sca Coffee Cupping Protocol
I still remember the first time I was introduced to the SCA coffee cupping protocol – it was like a revelation, a systematic approach to […]