COFFEE & strangers Certified
Barista Foundation
Course Overview
The following program is designed for anyone who would like to learn the basics behind the bar techniques. We will focus on espresso and milk frothing to help one achieve a better cappuccino.
Split into four sections, we will begin with a basic brief to understand an espresso machine how it functions and learn how to keep it clean, then delve into the world of espresso, grinding for espresso, how to pull the perfect shot, time, over and under extraction, learn how to texture milk to the ideal consistency and temperature.
Course Details
Duration:
4 hours
Language:
English
Skills:
No Skills required
Tutor:
Deandra Gauci
Licensed AST (Authorised Trainer) - SCA
Q Arabica Grader - CQI
Q Processor - Generalist - CQI
Post Harvest Processing Assistant Instructor CQI
Post Harvest Processing Lecturer - CQI
Excellence in Coffee Science - ZHAW University of Applied science Zurich
Price:
€160 exc. VAT
Inc. certificate
Location:
COFFEE & strangers premises
Parking:
Available
FAQs
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A mixture of theory and hands on based course, to help one gain knowledge, skills and standards required behind the bar.
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• Rocket espresso machines
• Mahlkonig EK43 Grinder
• Tamp
• Barista&Co / Rhinoware milk jug
• Acaia scale
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Practical learning objectives and activities;
How the machine operates
Extracting espresso
Time
Grinding for espresso
Learn about extraction (over and under extraction) and strength
Learn good working practice techniques
Taste and evaluate espresso shots (at different time and grind)
Steam and pour milk
Setup, maintain and shutdown the machine
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No, everyone is welcome, independent of the experience you have.
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COFFEE & strangers premises.
Meet your trainer
Meet your local trainer Deandra Gauci, a leading coffee professional based in Malta with comprehensive expertise across all levels and fields within the coffee industry. Being that basic or skill based knowledge to a scientific level within the coffee field.
Certified by the Speciality Coffee Association and Coffee Quality Institute, Deandra holds licenses as an AST, QArabicaGrader, Qprocessing generalist, Post Harvest Lecturer, Post Harvest Assistant Instructor, Latte Art Grading specialist and Excellence in Coffee Science ZHAW University Zurich
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