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What are the interview questions for barista positions at specialty coffee shops? What should be noted when making a latte?
Specialty coffee shops conduct both theoretical and practical assessments during barista interviews. The theoretical component tests basic coffee knowledge, while the practical component evaluates hands-on skills. While specific content may vary between coffee shops, the core requirements remain consistent across the industry.
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How Baristas See Themselves vs. How You See Baristas: Essential Skills for the Modern Coffee Professional
Recent weather has been quite unpredictable—sunny in the morning, then torrential rain in the afternoon, especially as quitting time approaches when nature seems to work its magic. A flash of lightning tears across the sky—CRACK! RUMBLE~~ Raindrops the size of Kyoho grapes come pouring down from above me, quickly merging with the earth below. Oh my dear friend, looks like I'll be washing the car again tonight—what joy. While everyone is...
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Practical Coffee Roasting Knowledge: Essential Baking Skills You Won't Learn in Coffee Roasting School
Professional coffee knowledge exchange. For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account cafe_style). Complete coffee roasting techniques | The purpose of coffee roasting and the characteristics of coffee beans. From the plantation to your cup, coffee's journey where aroma is most crucial is the roasting process. We grow coffee trees in tropical regions, concentrating the abundant sunshine from the equator into coffee beans, and then...
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Siphon Coffee Brewing Skills: How to Brew Coffee with a Siphon?
Professional coffee knowledge exchange For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account: cafe_style) How to master siphon coffee brewing techniques? It mainly comes down to controlling variables, which essentially means managing the heat source and stirring. Heat Source Section: Q: What constitutes appropriate heat intensity? A: When water is in the lower chamber: The heat intensity can actually be set higher to accelerate water vapor evaporation. If there's no shaking...
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How to Make Americano Coffee: The Correct Coffee-to-Water Ratio and Comprehensive Americano Brewing Guide with Taste Description
With the development of the times, coffee culture has continuously evolved. Having experienced two waves of coffee trends, although we are now in the third wave of specialty coffee, espresso remains important. The art of espresso making is an essential skill for every barista, and nearly every coffee shop offers espresso-based beverages. We often
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What are the methods for espresso coffee distribution? What's the difference between hand distribution and using a distribution tool?
In the process of making espresso coffee, there is an important step called distribution. It is one of the essential skills for baristas. So, how should one learn to distribute coffee grounds properly? What is the purpose of distribution? The main goal of distribution is to ensure that the coffee grounds in the portafilter are evenly distributed with a smooth surface, which facilitates uniform extraction of the coffee
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The History and Origins of Coffee Latte Art: The Development and Evolution of Latte Art
When cafes serve milk-based espresso drinks, latte art is often standard. Simple designs include hearts and leaves, while complex patterns can feature animals and cartoon characters. In certain coffee competitions, latte art has become an essential professional skill for baristas, who can create various exquisite patterns. So who originally developed such magnificent
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The History and Development of Latte Art An Introduction to Italian Coffee Art Culture
When coffee shops serve milk-based espresso drinks, latte art is often standard practice. From simple hearts and leaves to complex animal and cartoon designs, latte art showcases the barista's skill. In coffee competitions, latte art has become an essential professional technique, where baristas create various exquisite patterns. But who first developed such splendid
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Essential Coffee Knowledge for Beginners | Pour-Over Coffee Basics | Beginner Coffee Bean Recommendations
Professional coffee knowledge exchange and more coffee bean information - follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account: cafe_style). Drinking black coffee without sugar or milk represents a massive transformation | The Third Wave Coffee Revolution | The First Wave Coffee Boom began with instant coffee, and through the sweet taste harmonized with coffee creamer, the Chinese coffee journey commenced. The Second Wave Coffee Movement is characterized by chain coffee
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SCA & Q Grader Coffee Certifications: Complete Guide to International Barista Exams and Professional Coffee Credentials
Connect with professional barista communities through Coffee Workshop (WeChat: cafe_style). The coffee industry's diverse certification landscape can overwhelm aspiring professionals seeking structured learning paths. To navigate coffee credentials effectively, begin by understanding the certifying bodies that establish these professional standards.
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How to Make Delicious Espresso? Illustrated Guide to Espresso Extraction with an Espresso Machine
Espresso-based coffee drinks made with semi-automatic espresso machines continue to dominate the coffee shop market even in today's era of single-origin and pour-over coffee. Especially at coffee exhibitions, it feels like you're already falling behind if you don't have a "La Marzocco" machine at your booth. If you want to become a
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From Apprentice to Barista - Beginner Coffee Bean Recommendations _ Coffee Bean Knowledge Guide
Professional Coffee Knowledge Exchange For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat official account: cafe_style) Starting with beginner coffee beans Many people think that knowing how to make a cup of coffee means simply putting coffee powder into a cup, then adding water and milk to mix. In fact, this is a very common misconception that makes people think being a barista is an easy industry to enter. In reality, coffee
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Is It Necessary to Distribute Espresso Grounds? Do You Need to Use a Coffee Distributor?
Professional coffee knowledge exchange For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style) The correct method for tamping espresso grounds with a tamper Coffee distribution techniques Times have always been progressing, and so has the coffee industry. From the manual dosing grinders used in previous eras, where baristas needed to practice to achieve consistency in dose, to today's electric grinders that have become standard in cafes
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How to Make Sparkling Americano Iced Coffee? What's the Flavor Profile of Black Gold Americano? Is It Delicious?
Staying cool and refreshed during summer has always been an essential skill for the stylish gentlemen of Guangzhou. Chilled watermelon, iced cola, and traditional frozen treats are absolutely indispensable. And for those discerning gentlemen who appreciate both soda and coffee, the combination of these two beverages represents the perfect choice. Sparkling Americano iced coffee - the ingredients and preparation method for sparkling Americano iced coffee are remarkably simple, requiring only
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Requirements for Novice-Level Baristas | Difficulty of Becoming a Barista | Qualifications Needed
Many people consider barista as one of the relatively accessible careers in the food and beverage industry. To enter this profession and achieve success, continuous learning is essential. In simple terms: diligence + effort + luck. Many people become baristas because they love coffee, and becoming a barista deepens their love for coffee even more.
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What's the Ideal Milk Temperature for Making a Latte? How to Froth Milk for Milk Coffee? What's the Perfect Coffee-to-Milk Ratio?
Did you know that at any coffee shop, when interviewing baristas, there's typically a practical assessment required—making a hot latte! This is because both espresso extraction and milk frothing are core essential skills for every barista, and making a hot latte perfectly demonstrates proficiency in both areas.
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What Negative Flavors Can Be Found in Pour-Over Coffee? How to Improve Your Coffee Tasting Skills? What is the Dryness Caused by Roasting?
For coffee tasting, recognizing its negative flavors is also an important aspect. While most people can easily identify positive flavors, when encountering an uncomfortable cup of coffee, they can only describe it with general negative terms such as "mixed," "bitter," or "astringent." Of course, we could simply use these general descriptors
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The Correct Way to Make Iced Latte - What's the Ratio of Iced Latte Coffee to Milk and Ice?
Making espresso is an essential skill for every barista, and almost every coffee shop offers espresso-based beverages. The espresso we often refer to is a series of coffee drinks made with espresso as the base. Today, let's make one of the easiest milk-based espresso drinks - the iced latte. Iced latte coffee may seem very simple, but
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FrontStreet Coffee's Coffee Roasting Course ②: Understanding Raw Coffee Beans! How Do Bean Size, Density, and Moisture Content Impact the Process?
In yesterday's article, FrontStreet Coffee mentioned that learning roasting allows us to view coffee from different perspectives, leading to a deeper understanding of coffee! Yes, today FrontStreet Coffee will share insights on examining coffee beans from a roasting perspective. Just as a chef needs proper heat control to prepare a dish perfectly, mastering the heat is essential...
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What is WDT? How to Use a Needle Distributor? Is a Needle Distribution Tool Worth Buying?
Distribution is an essential skill for every barista. There are countless details to pay attention to when extracting a perfect Espresso, while ruining a coffee happens in an instant. Whenever rainy days arrive, FrontStreet Coffee's espresso tends to experience channeling in the relatively humid air. The extraction of Espresso is
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