Jesse_Aram

Male

THE VILLE, KY

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, manager, barista trainer, coffee roaster, home barista, coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Louisville, KY
How many years have you been in the industry?
5 years
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 like and enjoy learning about every aspect of the coffee chain
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
Everywhere...as long as there is a couch.
About Me:
Started as a barista-manager at the Carriage House Cafe in Ithaca, NY. I miss pulling those triple-basket, naked portafltr ristretto shots of Gimme! Leftist yum yums. Currently enjoying the pull of Sunergos espresso blend double shot these days, as well as cupping as much coffee as I can from local and national roaster friends. Yes...you too can send me coffee to cup...please?
About My Company:
Currently working for the great SUNERGOS!
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
the continuous chain of people & coffee
Website:
http://www.sunergoscoffee.com

Comment Wall:

  • Kris Davidson

    Hey Jesse, welcome to Barista Exchange! I saw you were in Louisville which is nice because I have searched the city for a great shot and Sunergos is the best I have found so far. My GF is from Louisville so we visit often and are here till tomorrow (Monday). Would love to roll by and get a shot from ya (did you work with Defurious?).

    Apr 13, 2008

  • Kris Davidson

    Jesse! thanks for the awesome shot today bro. Very nice! (think Borat) Send me a mailing address and I can send ya some XV espresso and possibly some great Ethiopian Ariche! XV has Brazilian Ipanema Dolce, Sumatra Lake Tawar, and some Ehiopian Sidamo. AWESOME!

    Apr 14, 2008

  • Aaron Duckworth

    Hey Jesse, my slacker friend Kris claims you wanted to put on a jam or some such. You know, he gets all hopped up on espresso and his tat starts to glow and he doesn't think so good sometimes, but if you need a hand, let me know.

    I'll be the guy clapping for you in the corner.

    Apr 14, 2008

  • Jonathan Jarrow

    How in god's name are you able to do the art on your profile picture.

    Apr 15, 2008

  • Jonathan Jarrow

    Fuck yes dude!! That's awesome. I was working on the "autumn leaf" today. I can get four, but I need to tweak my timing a little to get five.
    Also, the swan is not as hard as you might think. The wings are easy as hell, but to get the body, neck, and head just how you want it is difficult. It just takes practice though, I'm sure you'll be able to do it.

    Apr 17, 2008

  • Liz

    What up Jesse how's the mid west treating you?

    Apr 20, 2008

  • David Sierra

    You like that pic of you, don't you? LOL... :-D

    Apr 20, 2008

  • David Sierra

    Jesse: We blessed you're with us at La Vida Java! Glad you're on board! Let's all find that perfect shot!

    Apr 20, 2008

  • David Sierra

    Jess: Thank you and Jill (and lovely kids!!) for everything you do!!

    Apr 21, 2008

  • James McCarthy

    jesse! great to see you here. what brought you to kentucky? we miss you, too. your americanos miss you. i'm not on bar anymore! well, not enough. i do all training all the time. tomorrow i'm gonna do a cupping at Syracuse U... Is it hot there? the carriage house did a coffee pairing dinner for the judges at the barista competition - i hear it was awesome. Chris picked the coffees (from roasters all over new york) and Aaron paired them...

    Apr 23, 2008

  • Kris Davidson

    Hey yo Jesse! Ya, I got the message with your address. Im workin on sendin ya a lil somethin somethin here in the next few days. Wish I could go to conference this year but don't have the time or mulah. Cheer on our boys in the USBC!

    Apr 28, 2008

  • Jonathan Jarrow

    Thanks for noticing my autumn leaf. I get more and more wicked at it as I practice. I have a perfection problem though. I have to purposefully try to screw it up a little bit so that it looks more natural (like yours). Right now they come out like little five pointed star.

    May 16, 2008

  • Kris Davidson

    Hey, did you ever get some more stuff from me/PT's? They were supposed to send out some La Minita and I think some Los Planes?

    Aug 23, 2008

  • Chris Hooton

    Have some fun!

    Oct 6, 2008

  • Chris DeMarse

    Jesse! What a great time this weekend. Loved throwing down with you and the folks from Ithaca. there's nothing quite like going to a renowned barista's wedding. It always brings out the geeks!

    Oct 27, 2008

  • Chris DeMarse

    you are wayyy over the top... nobody bussing my dishes should be finding any pleasure in that.. but I think having you around during comps is tons of fun.... coffeefest anyone?

    Nov 2, 2008

  • tom

    It was definitely a fun weekend my friend. It's pretty crazy how much you learn by simple osmosis... my pour has strangely improved since watching your precise pour control. Roast well my friend.

    Nov 3, 2008

  • Jonathan Meadows

    Dude you do some crazy latte art! I don't know about any latte art comps. in Chicago, but that sounds fun. I hope to be competing very soon!

    Nov 5, 2008

  • Chris Cockrell

    Jesse - nice space! Hope to come see you again for a nice americano or double macchiata - later!

    Cool sounds!

    Nov 26, 2008

  • Chris Cockrell

    When are you at work again in the AM?

    Dec 2, 2008

  • Chris Cockrell

    He Jess - I dropped off Coffee last Friday night - left it with Dave. He said he would split it with you. Let me know if you got it and what you think - tell me the real stuff man - don't sugar coat it...

    Sorry we missed you that night. It was our date night out.

    Dec 12, 2008

  • Steve MacDowall

    love your work - greetings from Canada - Steve

    Dec 15, 2008

  • David Sierra

    Grow your wiskers like Matis!

    Dec 16, 2008

  • Jesse_Aram

    I must admit...I'm feeling a bit of whisker envy

    Dec 18, 2008

  • Andy

    Yes that would be great and I had a great time.

    Jan 12, 2009

  • Chris Cockrell

    Making me waiting ....

    Jan 15, 2009

  • Chris Cockrell

    Thanks for the feedback! No worries on time - I was just giving youthe business - so to speak.

    I've been considering updating my espresso machine at home - any suggestions??? I really want a double boiler and rotary pump.

    See ya soon!

    Jan 21, 2009

  • Chris Cockrell

    Jesse - go here to see the La Spaziale Vivaldi II & Macap M4

    http://www.home-barista.com/la-spaziale-vivaldi-ii-review.html

    http://www.home-barista.com/espresso-grinder-review-macap-m4.html

    Jan 23, 2009

  • Dex

    Hey it was great talking to you this weekend. Hope you enjoyed Chicago! Talk to you soon, take care and drink lots of great coffee!

    Feb 22, 2009

  • Bj Davis

    Hey Jesse! It was great to have you all visit us before Coffee Fest. If you think the 'spro was good then you should have it now........On my New Espresso Machine!!!!!!
    Gianni gave me a deal I couldn't pass up!

    Feb 26, 2009

  • Matthew Gasaway

    thanks man. I'll keep the Chi intact
    It was fun Millrockin with you

    Next Millrock will be rockin.
    If I'm ever in Louisviile I'll hit you up(I'm from dayton ohio so I'm not too far)

    Feb 27, 2009

  • Jonathan Jarrow

    Thanks man!! It was great working with you. Let me know when you're in town next, and we'll hang.

    Feb 27, 2009

  • Chris DeMarse

    1. thanks for the kind words
    2. Our new SO espresso Aletheia is the Sidamo
    3.I can't remember which beer it was, but it was a saison ale.
    4. you are a latte art stud

    Mar 2, 2009

  • william kevin emmons

    thanks

    Mar 9, 2009

  • Kane H. Holbrook

    duder, i love you and miss you

    Apr 4, 2009

  • Chris DeMarse

    congrats on the new offer. It would be exciting to work with you a bit... and the equipment you'd be working on it stellar.

    May 28, 2009