Have you always wanted to become a barista but didn’t know where to start? Do the different types of coffees, drinks, and brewing methods confuse you?
Mikael Jasin, co-owner of SSG Coffee Company and 2019 World Barista Championship finalist, has condensed years of barista experience into one, all-inclusive video course. In Professional Barista, you'll learn how to get the most from your coffee roast, the ins and outs of the typical equipment found in a coffee shop, how to make everything from americano coffee through lattes, all about steaming, frothing, and creating free pour latte art, and tips for remembering complicated orders, working during rush hour, and dealing with tricky customers.
Recommended Study Time: 30 hours.
Requirements: Our courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Introduction
- Meet Mikael: coffee expert and champion barista
- What you will learn from this course
- Coffee as an agent for change
- The history of coffee
- What makes a great barista?
Module 2: Know Your Beans
- The complete guide to regions and varieties of coffee
- Get the most from your roast: All about the roasting process
- How to recommend the perfect coffee for your customers
- How to perfectly grind and store coffee beans
- Choosing the right milk: Cow milk vs alternative milks
Module 3: Welcome to the Machine
- A complete walkthrough of the espresso machine
- Get on your grind: Using the espresso grinder
- Understanding espresso machine mechanics
- How to structure the perfect drink
- Getting steamy: Steam wands and frothing milk
- Cleaning your espresso machine
Module 4: The Classic Coffees
- Black coffees: How to make americanos and long blacks
- White coffees: How to make lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites and macchiatos
Module 5: How to Free Pour Latte Art
- Monk’s head
- Heart
- Tulip
- Rosetta
- Swan
- The elegant espresso tonic
- The warming winter coffee
- The interesting coffee infusion
- The intriguing Irish coffee
- Creating your very own signature beverage
Module 7: Working as a Professional Barista
- How to find a job as a barista
- The professional barista’s guide to workplace etiquette
- Understanding service essentials
- Engaging with customers
