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Friday 6/20 Cupping...Sumo, Costa, Guat...

Checking out some new Sumatras and some centrals as well. Guat, Costa, Colo. Even another Yirgacheffe.

Friday 6/20 at 2pm.
Cheers,
Scott

Added by scott@herkimercoffee.com on June 16, 2008 at 9:49am — No Comments

How I became a barista.

After working as a Starbucks barista for the past year, I've been looking for other opportunities. The main reason of course is to get away from Starbucks. I don't want to badmouth the company. I was still in high school when hired. I had been wanting to be a barista for at least 2 years before actually getting the job. People think i'm kidding when I tell them how much I love the coffee industry. I first decided I wanted to be a barista when I was 11th grade. I was fascinated by the big shiny… Continue

Added by Tava on June 13, 2008 at 2:30pm — 2 Comments

June's Informal Barista Jam Recap with Pics!

We had our fourth Arabica Labrica Barista Jam last Sunday, and it was again a success. We had about 12 people, representing four different coffeehouses, including the youngest barista I have ever seen in action, 14 year old Dylan from BacInTyme Coffee in Fort Mill, SC. Dylan was a joy to watch, and was also one-half of the winning team in the Iron Tamper competition. It will be great to watch this kid grow in his skills with time. It's also great he's started so young!

Dylan…

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Added by Jason Dominy on June 13, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

Reasons for Clasifications of Coffee

In fact, one can say that there is no real reasons, like argue, to confirm the right clarification.

Clasification is a kind of scheme, which can better help people to understand or analysis something. That is to say that, it is only a tool. None of them can be absolutely correct. But, what is the better way to clasify? It depends one different people's understanding.

For the same reason, we have got our own way of clasification. So, we have got our results.

Added by Peter Tam on June 12, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

Home-trip/San Fransico to Seattle coffee tour

I have pictures and the same story on my blog at Young Tree Coffee





Last week, my closest friend from childhood, Max, and I took a trip up the West coast from San Fransisco to Seattle. I was born and raised in Northern California, Weaverville, to be precise. I hadn't been back to my 'home-town' in 18 years, so we called the road trip a home-trip. It was amazing!



We followed a break in the clouds all the way up the… Continue

Added by byron on June 11, 2008 at 7:00pm — 4 Comments

Purism or Pretense?

We all know the indescribable feeling of holding a warm mug with fresh steaming coffee, unhindered and unfettered by any hint of "pralines and cream" or "cinnamon apple turnover. We have all delighted to watch as the freshly extracted puck rises like a the star in a play to center stage on the Clover and we are handed our fresh CoE microlot coffee. On the other hand, we have all cringed when we hear customers request things like "extra caramel" or when we hand a customer a drink with a… Continue

Added by Chris DeMarse on June 11, 2008 at 12:30pm — 10 Comments

Earth to Fellow Coffee Enthusiasts!

Posted by: Christie Boivin



We are proud to announce that we have adopted a coffee compost program in our stores. Look for the bright green garbage can and help yourself to a bag of free coffee grounds for your compost pile or garden! (This program will be running throughout the summer) Here s a little information about coffee and composting:



Every day across America, Asia and Europe, millions of pots of coffee and tea are brewed, and the millions of pounds of wet grounds,… Continue

Added by Stone Creek Coffee Roasters on June 10, 2008 at 10:00am — No Comments

Best Coffee Conferences/Fests worldwide?

Hi,

I would like to know which are (in your opinion) the 3 best Conferences/Fests in the Coffee Industry, and why.

Best regards,
Federico

Added by Fede Cabrera on June 10, 2008 at 6:00am — 2 Comments

Coffee in a small Town

There are many challenges in small towns for a barista. Not the least of which is actually getting a job. So far, I am confined to making single espressos with a friend on his thrift store machine. It's a party every day, though.



What are the things we miss most when we are away from our callings? I miss people. Face to face, emotion to reaction. I miss the perfect crema. I miss the "God Shot" and "Jamie's Spicy Tuna". I miss the music. I miss the machine. Ah, the machine... the… Continue

Added by Taylor on June 9, 2008 at 3:05pm — 3 Comments

Coffee Kids in Copenhagen

A little more than a month after the trip to Minneapolis for the SCAA Conference (check out our pictures on our Flickr site), we'll be taking off for Copenhagen, Denmark for the SCAE 'Wonderful Coffee' Conference and… Continue

Added by Coffee Kids on June 9, 2008 at 11:16am — No Comments

T-Mobile Sues Starbucks Over Free Wifi

http://gigaom.com/2008/06/07/t-mobile-vs-starbucks-free-wifi/

Added by Shane on June 8, 2008 at 3:35am — No Comments

How do we improve the quality level of the world coffee drinks' market?

For the top level of those coffee professionals, we may be at the similar level for the quality of espresso drinks.



But, most people cannot make others to do the same, or even better coffee drinks. It is mainly due to the understanding about espresso and its brewing skills.



As I said once, we can train about 30 - 50 people in 15 days, if there are enough people coming.



Someone said that, they can do many more. Does it mean that they can have those people to make… Continue

Added by Peter Tam on June 7, 2008 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

Yirg, Yirg and more Yirg!!!! Friday Cupping 6/6/8

Checking out some Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and possibly some other africans on friday afternoon. 2pm at Phinney. See you then!
Cheers,
Scott

Herkimer Coffee
7320 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle WA 98103
206-784-0202

Added by scott@herkimercoffee.com on June 5, 2008 at 9:18am — No Comments

Bellissimo wins Award at the 2008 WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival for WBC documentary

Bellissimo Media Productions wins Award at the 2008 WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival for documentary about The World Barista Championship



Portland, OR - Bellissimo Media Productions Wins Bronze Award at the 2008 WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival for The World Barista Championship 2007: Tokyo.



“The World Barista Championship 2007: Tokyo,” co-produced by Bellissimo Media… Continue

Added by Matt Milletto on June 5, 2008 at 9:00am — No Comments

Looking for Great Coffee?

Well, It has finally happened. I finally got the Dream Job of a life time back in Specialty Coffee. I now work for Caffe Vita. So for all of you reading this... Go to CaffeVita.com Right Now! And even if you do know about or think you do. I still would recommend you to go to CaffeVita.com Right Now! There is a really great aspect to Caffe Vita on the top of the website called CaffeVita+OnePot. Deffinately Check it out! Great information about farm direct coffees and traditional rituals that… Continue

Added by Scott Baldwin on June 4, 2008 at 5:21pm — 2 Comments

BBQ Drum Roaster

I got a BBQ Drum Roaster installed this weekend and I have to say it will take a little getting used to to get the roastes to come out right. I also tasted some Kenya AA for a company, they had an Iced coffee recipe that came out great. Now I know what my next endeavor will be, a cold brew coffee maker. Toddy makes one that sounds easy.

Added by Jim on June 4, 2008 at 10:27am — 6 Comments

Market Time!!

Posted by: Steve Hawthorne



For us here at Stone Creek, there's always one sure sign that summer is here...Farmer's Market Season! The time as finally arrived to kick off the markets. This weekend, you can find us pedaling our wares at the East Town Market in Cathedral Square Park. Our Farmer's Market manager, Stephanie and her team have been gearing up for another great season. You can catch them this Saturday from 8am-12:30pm.

We will also be working Bay View's South Shore… Continue

Added by Stone Creek Coffee Roasters on June 4, 2008 at 10:00am — No Comments

bX - Upcoming release on Thursday, June 5 from 9-9:15 p.m.

A message to all members of Barista Exchange!



I wanted to let you know that we are rolling out a new release to the bX network this Thursday, June 5, from 9 to 9:15 p.m. bX will be offline during this brief window.



There are a number of features in this release, including:



1) Forum Improvements. In addition to a redesigned forum, you will now have the option to choose between two styles of threads: "Flat," where replies are shown in chronological order, or… Continue

Added by Matt Milletto on June 4, 2008 at 9:12am — No Comments

A Robot Barista? Starbucks to install selve serve coffee bars

After all their latest pushes to express their passion for quality coffee and espresso, Starbucks now is launching a self serve coffee kiosk, without baristas!? This reminds me of the DVD rental kiosks now littering large supermarkets. Will consumers really want a machine to serve their flavored lattes? The supermarket employees are the ones to refill beans and milk it says, and one can only wonder about the "training" they will receive. Will be interesting to see how these fly with the… Continue

Added by Matt Milletto on June 3, 2008 at 12:08pm — 6 Comments

Ghost Flute Glassware - Barista Competition Signature Drinks?

I am always on the look out for cool glassware and cups that would work well in a barista competition. A lot of baristas serve small volume signature drinks and I wanted to share these beauties. They look awesome and come in Flutes, Tumblers and Goblets. Would be cool to experiment with, and would add a nice visual flare to any… Continue

Added by Matt Milletto on June 2, 2008 at 12:21pm — 3 Comments

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