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The Slingshot Chalice Puts a New Spin on Espresso Dosing

Hong Kong and Australia-based coffee equipment maker Slingshot Technology recently launched the Chalice Distributor Cup, a multipurpose espresso preparation tool for baristas. Displayed in its…


Competition, Cold, and More from the 2024 U.S. Coffee Competition Qualifiers in Houston

The first round of qualifiers for the 2024 season of the United States Coffee Competitions featured the U.S. Barista, Cup Tasters, and Roasters qualifying competitions. BY KATE VAN PETTENSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos courtesy of U.S. CoffeeChamps The first round of qualifiers for the 2024 season of the United States Coffee Competitions took place January […]


Don’t Skip the Budding Specialty-Café Culture in Quito, Ecuador

Introducing the specialty cafés of Quito, a city worth exploring on your coffee quest. BY JORDAN BUCHANANSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo courtesy of Stratto When traveling across South America, Ecuador can be forgotten between the high profiles of Colombia and Peru. Similarly, coffee from Ecuador may be overlooked due to its giant neighbors, including […]


10 Minutes With Helena Oliviero: Part One

We talk with coffee champion and Q Grader Helena Oliveriero about her career, her life in Colombia, and what it means to be a young woman in the male-dominated coffee world.   BY TANYA NANETTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo courtesy of Helena Oliviero Helena Oliviero, originally from Tuscany, Italy, is 28 years old, but already she […]

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María Andrée Is Honing Olfactory Skills in Antigua 

A sensorial class in Guatemala at Artista de Café teaches how to use your nose for the ultimate coffee experience. BY JORDAN BUCHANANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Arista de Café Walking into a specialty café in Guatemala, your nostrils are infused with aromas from the best coffees in the country. Your nose recollects the […]


The First Women-Only Coffee Championships Held in Costa Rica

Feria del Café Frailes seeks to increase the gender diversity of coffee competitions. BY SUNGHEE TARKSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo by Sunghee Tark The coffee industry has come a long way in the past 20 years, with innovations happening in many parts of the world and in different links of the supply chain. […]


Test Drive: The Linea Micra Espresso Machine from La Marzocco

Ready to find out how La Marzocco’s Linea Micra measures up? Read on for our full Test Drive review!  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Vasileia Fanarioti  The Linea Micra espresso machine by La Marzocco is the newest addition to their impressive line of home espresso machines. I was lucky to get my […]


The Barista League Releases New Competition Calendar

Presenter of sustainable, accessible events, The Barista League plans to hold 12 competitions in 10 countries in the months ahead. BY J. MARIE CARLANBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of The Barista League The Barista League has officially announced its event roster for the next year. Last year saw 10 Barista League events worldwide, and the […]

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Interest in coffee & health is rising – what do consumers need to know?

There is a wealth of scientific research available about the many health benefits of coffee – as well as the undesirable side effects of drinking too much. But like all fields of science, research about the impact of drinking coffee on human health is ever-changing as we uncover new findings.  Interestingly, the continuous discovery of […]


Test Drive: Update Your Grinding With More Comandante Grinder Accessories

The popular hand grinder has more to offer with a new line of tools and accessories now available. BY TANYA NANETTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Feature photo by Tanya Nanetti To brew the perfect cup of coffee, it’s important to choose the right coffee equipment. One essential is a reliable coffee grinder. Most coffee lovers start with a […]


An Unfiltered History of Vietnamese Coffee

We explore the history of coffee in Vietnam and how the industry’s perception of Vietnamese coffee is evolving.  BY EMILY MENESES BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by frank mckenna via Unsplash What do you think of when you hear the term “Vietnamese coffee”? For Kim Dam, founder of Portland Cà Phê, it extends far beyond […]


4 Coffee Shops Worth a Visit in Madrid

In recent years, the Spanish capital has developed a vibrant specialty-coffee scene. Here are some cool cafés to visit for a caffeine fuel-up. BY TANYA NANETTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Featured photo by Jorge Fernández Salas via Unsplash The espresso bar at HanSo. HanSo Café, a Perfect Spot for Breakfast   In Chinese, HanSo roughly translates to “a […]

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Lyn HG-1 prime vs Weber HG-2?

Ok! I'm about ready (in the next week or two, probably) to take the dive into a legit grinder. And as I kind of love the aesthetic of manual grinders plus would love to have an endgame-level grinder without spending 3 grand, I'm thinking of going for one of...

Aergind handle nut size

Hi all, This is my first post here. 🙂 Having used a percolator (moka pot) to brew coffee for a number of years, I decided to invest in the coffee I drink by buying a hand coffee grinder and make the switch from pre-ground coffee to freshly grinding my own beans....

automatic/programmable coffee makers?

I'm thinking of getting an automatic/programmable coffee maker so that i can wake up to the smell of coffee, an olfactory alarm clock if you will. These models are available on the secondhand market where i live. Does anyone have any experience with them? -...

GINA brewer by Goat Story

Anyone using a GINA for pour over? How are you brewing? I've had mine for a few weeks now and have been playing around with the valve controlling bloom water levels and draw down times. Typical brew process is: 30g coffee/500ml water close valve, rinse filter and...

Fermentation jars for coffee

Has anyone tried using fermentation jars for storing coffee? From basic reading about them they seem like a very cost effective alternative to the fellow jars but I am not sure if I am missing something. If you had one with the pump / weights / air lock it seems to me...

Ordering beans in the UK

Just moved to the UK a little while ago, living in the north, and trying to figure out where to source beans from! Back in Canada I ordered straight from my fave roaster in large-ish bags and it was delicious & economical. If anyone has suggestions let me know....

Storing coffee in the fridge (hear me out)

I know normally you shouldn’t store coffee in the fridge but hear me out. I know vacuum sealing coffee for freezing is a thing people do but here’s my situation: I’ve got some very nice coffee that I wish to save for later (whole beans ofc), I have a vacuum sealer,...

Issue using aeropress

After pouring my water into the aeropress and placing the presser 1cm into the aeropress, half of the coffee has already entered the cup by two mins Is this an issue? I'm quite new to coffee so I'm not sure how badly this affects the coffee I'm using...

Roasting for Moka Pot

So I have green beans from Timor, which Sweet Maria's (Blessed be her name) says is good for espresso. However, due failing of morals and character on my part, I don't have an espresso maker. I do have a Moka pot. So. Should I try an espresso roast and...

Follow-up on bedside coffee setup

I wrote awhile ago asking for ideas about a bedside coffee-making setup and received many suggestions but none exactly fit my situation. Now I have a solution I thought I’d share. DeLonghi makes a moka pot called “Alicia” with its own burner and it’s fantastic!...

Seeking to upgrade from Breville Bambino

I’m looking to upgrade from my Breville Bambino after getting great use from it daily for ~2 years. I don’t have a firm budget but am hoping to spend <$2k. Personal considerations: Rapid heating is a key feature I make 1-3 cups a day but wake up at different times...

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