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Sam Granger

Male

Grand Rapids, MI

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?: barista, coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country ): Grand Rapids, MI, United States
How many years have you been in the industry?: 4
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?: yes
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.: I have a broad knowledge of coffee prep. and history. I have experience in brewing Turkish, French Press, and espresso (including latté art) as well as experience working with local quality-focused cafés. I can also speak German, French, and Ethiopian.

I just want to increase my experience as well as getting into more areas, especially roasting.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?: Chicago, Boston, St. Louis, Milwaukee, Germany.
About Me:: Nickname: Samwise Grangee

Education: Aquinas College: Theology, History, German

Misc: Though I'm espoused to academics, my mistresses will always be coffee, art, folk music, sustainability, and all things local.
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?: All the tones that resound in one good cup, and the history and process that goes into extracting them.
Website:: http://iconsandespresso.blogspot.com/

Comment Wall:

Kurt Stauffer

Jeff Dryfus, founder/owner of Metropolis coffee is a PhD in Linguistics.

Jan 19, 2009
Kurt Stauffer

You can do both. Home barista-ing is the future. I can set you up with a Rancilio Silvia for a song.

Jan 19, 2009
Kurt Stauffer

roughly 9 to 5 M-Sa. But if my wife works a night shift I man not come in until 1 then stay late. That's the beauty of not being a cafe. We are going to build a tasting bar/equipment showroom but the hours will be modest. Our primary business is wholesale and my mission in the gallery to to offer a European style coffee experience focused on connecting with folks, assessing their needs, sharing information and experiences and providing solutions for their coffee fix. We select wholesale accounts that are a good fit with our values and mission and allow them to brew and serve the coffee. Stop by.

Jan 19, 2009
Kurt Stauffer

yes, as a judge. stop by and we'll chat.

Jan 21, 2009
Trevor

Hey Samwise, it was good talking to ya yesterday. Come back anytime, we love talking coffee here. cheers

Jan 22, 2009
Trevor

Actually, we've got music Saturday night. Starts at 8.

Jan 23, 2009
Bryan Wray

Yes indeed. Tod is our kitchen manager.

May 14, 2009