News articles tagged with 'australian barista academy'
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How to Train Like a Champion
Barista competitions can be extremely stressful. The only way a barista can prove their ability is by entering the competition, and therefore, everyone who makes it to the stage can be categorised as being in the top of the field. Competition preparation is daunting and the attention to detail is essential, which is why a competition barista will always be better in a café than one without competitive experience. With the lead up to the event being a bit of an emotional roller coaster, I’ve found that it’s crucial to be well-rehearsed and impeccably organised.
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Why You Need a Barista Course
There tend to be two types of people in this world – those who openly admit that they could benefit from the excitement and vigour of a three and a half hour barista course, and of course, those who cannot. If you’ve identified with the first group, that’s great! Don’t waste your energy on another bad coffee; call your friendly Australian Barista Academy immediately for a list of the next available classes. However, if you’re thinking to yourself right now, “I already know how to make a damn good coffee at home,” then this article, my friend, is directed at you.
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A Week at the Q
My initial expectations of what it would take to successfully complete the Q Grader course were entirely incorrect. As I embarked on my journey to become certified to grade coffee for quality, I was a bit nervous that I would be out of my element. I thought the Q Course would inevitably turn out to be like a summer camp for coffee kids, where everyone else exceeds athletically and with members of the opposite sex, while I was more likely to get picked last for dodge ball and other team sports. I was pleasantly surprised to find that I was wrong.
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