THE ART OF COFFEE

Barista Training and Development

Mike Townsend, our Master Roaster shares his knowledge and experience with budding baristas in our state-of-the-art facility.

Barista Training for Coffee Artisans

Firstly, Coffee Knowledge, helps you to understand the roasting process and the journey from humble green bean to cup full of the flavour and aroma we all love and customers deserve.

Then Barista Training, builds confidence and techniques, initially at our site in Rookley, but can also be provided at your business to support new members of your team as they join.

Key objectives for our Barista Training

The Art of Coffee

Delve into the origins of our coffee beans to unravel the unique traits inherent in each blend. Thoroughly acquaint with the coffee beans we proudly supply. Emphasise the vitality of coffee bean freshness. Illuminate the pivotal role played by the coffee bean blend and roast level in shaping the coffee's aroma and body.

The Heart of the Coffee Bar: Espresso Machines

While engineering marvels have birthed diverse coffee-making machines, the heart of café culture beats within the traditional espresso machine. Nurture an understanding of rudimentary machine upkeep. Empower with practical skills to consistently operate espresso machines, yielding a perfect espresso shot each time. Educate in troubleshooting common challenges and their resolutions.

Mastering the Coffee Grinder

Attaining the ideal grind consistency stands as the cornerstone to extracting a flawless cup of espresso. Illustrate the repercussions of improper dosage and grind on espresso quality. Immerse in hands-on experience to fine-tune grind and dosage. Equip students with techniques to diagnose and rectify prevalent coffee grinder issues.

Steaming Mastery: Crafting Milk Perfection

Mastery of the steaming wand, ensuring milk achieves the ideal texture, is a blend of fundamental principles and dedicated practice. This milk-steaming artistry forms an integral part of the captivating 'theatre' customers anticipate at an exceptional coffee bar. Unveil the science behind milk steaming principles. Navigate through the spectrum of steamed milk textures, each tailored for specific beverages. Unleash creativity with coffee presentation and introduce rudimentary 'Latte Art' techniques.

The Versatile Barista

The role of a barista encompasses an array of proficiencies and disciplines. A true barista excels in consistently crafting an array of top-tier espresso-based beverages. Immerse in assessing grind, dosage, and coffee flavour. Efficiently cater to all patrons, prioritising swift and attentive service. Equip with rudimentary machine upkeep skills.

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