Category: Techniques

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

I still remember the first time I attempted to set up a coffee cupping at home – it was a disaster. I had read all […]

I still remember the first time I was introduced to the SCA coffee cupping protocol – it was like a revelation, a systematic approach to […]

As a barista trainer, I’ve seen many aspiring coffee artists struggle with the age-old question: what is free pouring vs etching in latte art. It’s […]

I still remember the day I realized that best milk pitchers for latte art aren’t just about looks – they’re about feel, balance, and the […]

I still remember the first time I attempted to pour a rosetta in latte art – it was a disaster. The milk was too hot, […]

I still remember the first time I attempted to create a heart shape in latte art – it was a disaster. I had been practicing […]

I still remember the day I discovered the bitter truth about my coffee grinder. I was competing in the national Barista Championship, and my shots […]