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A CHAT WITH MATT
Matthew’s happy place is behind his coffee machine, where he can fuel his quest for creating the idyllic coffee, from an exquisitely pulled espresso, to impeccably textured milk. And of course, perfecting the cherry on top – the rosetta. He calls himself a hobbyist, but I would say he’s a real coffee enthusiast – on […]
What is specialty coffee?
Specialty coffee is on the rise. What it does it mean, and why should you care? What do we mean by ‘specialty coffee’? Specialty coffee refers to the entire process of coffee, from farming to cup, using single origin coffee. This includes how the coffee is grown and harvested, how it is roasted and then […]
We tasted Acids…and it was Awesome!
Thank you everyone for coming to last weeks Acids in Coffee session. Apart from crunching down of tart limes and ripe banana’s we found out how flavour ends up in coffee and how we can use that to describe it. Every month we run a casual discussion and event showcasing what we love about specialty […]
Friday Barista Course
What do you do on Friday’s? We open up our coffee roastery in Botany for anyone wanting to learn a little more about our passion. Our BASIX Barista Courses give an insight into what it is like to work in the specialty coffee industry and puts your skills to the test on commercial coffee equipment. […]
How to choose a quality barista course
What do you look for in a barista training course? How do you make sure it’s going to teach you what you need to know? Whether you’re looking to make better coffee for yourself or seeking a career in the coffee industry, the right course will give you the practical skills to make the best […]
Australian Coffee Championships
As a Barista, we all look forward to testing ourselves against the best. The Melbourne International Coffee [MICE] Festival plays host to Australia’s and as seen in 2014, the World Barista Championship. This year in 2016, MICE hosts the Australian Coffee tasting Championship, as well as the Barista and Latte Art contests for Australia. Coffee […]
The Barista Shortage
As an operator, we all know how hard it is to find good staff. Now it seems that statement has gone to the next level with Barista’s demanding pay levels that may be likened to Barristers! Below is a form, which the results will be published in the next newsletter, so you can gauge where […]
Coffee Drinkers Happier? Coffee School Professionals
What are the benefits of drinking coffee beans? People from all over the world tend to relax with a cup of coffee or tea, depending on their own preferences. The interesting thing is however, that when you do make a comparison between the two, you will see that coffee may have just as much benefit […]
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