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/

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  • Terika

    Hey! We have a Barista Jam and Latte Art Throwdown coming up...you should come. Here is the site with info and where you can buy tickets...http://www.eventbrite.com/event/349377999 Hope to see you there!
  • Stephen Curtis

    Didn't make it out tonight, as you know, thanks for invite though!
    Hopefully I will -actually- be out and about one of these Thursdays...
  • Terika

    Barista Jam...Throwdown...September 11th...http://www.eventbrite.com/event/349377999