I still remember the day I realized that alternative milks weren’t just a fad, but a game-changer for my coffee craft. I was competing in […]
Author: Julian Vale
My name is Julian Vale, and I hate AI fluff. I write to tell real stories.
A Guide to the Best Water Temperature for Pour-over Coffee
I still remember the first time I heard someone claim that the best water temperature for pour-over coffee was a rigid, one-size-fits-all number. It was […]
The Difference Between Milk for a Latte Vs. a Cappuccino
I still remember the days when I’d struggle to understand the difference between milk for a latte vs a cappuccino. As a barista, I knew […]
A Barista’s Secret for How to Get Glossy Microfoam
I still remember the first time I nailed glossy microfoam – it was like a little piece of coffee magic, and it’s actually pretty easy […]
An Elegant Brew: a Guide to the Chemex Coffee Maker
I still remember the first time I laid eyes on a Chemex – it was like stumbling upon a work of art. As a barista […]
An Explainer: What Is Pre-infusion in Espresso?
I still remember the first time I heard someone explain what is pre-infusion in espresso as if it was some kind of mystical ritual that […]
Mastering the Craft: a Guide to the Hario V60
I still remember the first time I laid hands on a Hario V60 – it was like holding a key to a secret world of […]
Understanding Brew Ratios for Espresso: a Simple Guide
I still remember the day I won the national Barista Championship – it was the culmination of years of perfecting my craft, and understanding brew […]
A Guide on How to Fix a Channeling Espresso Shot
I still remember the first time I struggled with a channeling espresso shot – it was like my machine was mocking me. The frustration of […]
A Guide to Espresso Puck Prep for a Better Shot
I still remember the first time I heard someone describe what is an espresso puck prep as a “mysterious art” that only a select few […]