Hello all,
I am a long time coffee fan/snob/barista. I started working at a local coffee shop when I was fourteen years old. After working there for 4 years, it closed down and naturally sought to work for another coffee shop in the local arena. As fate had it, Starbucks hired me. I slaved at Starbucks semi grudgingly for 6 years. Finally, I am done with Starbucks and ready to pursue my own coffee venture. I know how to make great coffee, work hard, extract a superb cup of coffee, etc. However, I am quite the novice (I feel) when it comes to knowing all the specific ins and outs of the more "refined" coffee world. An example would be roasting, (which I am about to begin learning how to). Anyway, I desire to invest in necessary equipment to perfect my craft, make a little money, and to train others how to as well. If you have any helpful tips, any wisdom you'd be happy to share, or any suggestions; I am listening!
Thank you!
-Stephan David W.
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