Home Enthusiast Barista Training - Espresso and Milk Skills

Did you get a home espresso machine for Christmas or your birthday? Do you want to get one for home but don’t know where to start or what to expect? Are you currently pulling shots at home and can’t seem to get them as good as you’d like? Is your steamed milk not so fluffy? Well, say no more! We can help!

This is a hands-on approach to learning the fundamentals of espresso and milk science. Students will learn how to properly dose, tamp and pull shots of espresso and understand what they should taste like. We will also learn the basics of blending for espresso, milk texturing and stretching, proper milk temperature for beverages, proper beverage sizes and proportions.

*PLEASE NOTE: This class is designed with the beginner in mind. If you have never operated an espresso machine or have very little experience, this class is for you! If you have experience and a home set up, we suggest considering a private class with us. See our notes below and how to contact us.

*If you are looking to learn barista training to work in the coffee industry or to open a coffee shop, this class can be a place to start! We do however offer a professional class that is more focused so please see our website for more information.

This class includes:

• Instruction and advice on machines, grinders and small wares you’ll need and use
• Overview on coffees and roast profiles and how each pertains to extraction
• Proper espresso grinding and dosing and how it pertains to your finished beverage
• Pulling the perfect shot: Instruction and hands on
• Steaming, frothing and pouring milk for perfection: Instruction and hands on
• Equipment maintenance and cleaning

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT COVER LATTE ART IN THIS CLASS.

*Reservations are required through Eventbrite. Please do not call the shop to make reservations.

*We offer this class on a limited schedule as listed on Eventbrite. Check dates or book your class here. Dates are added as they become available.

*All classes and workshops have limited capacity.

*Classes & class content subject to change without notice.

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**We focus on basics in this beginner class typically utilizing our commercial equipment. If you make espresso at home and are fairly proficient on a home espresso machine such as the Breville, Gaggia, Rancilio, Lelit, Decent or similar styles, you might consider a private intermediate/advanced espresso class with us.

We would focus on improving your specific techniques, dialing in for perfection, or working on any issues you might have with your current equipment.

Thinking of upgrading your home 'spro gear? We might be able to help you there as well. We are resellers of Breville machines and Baratza and MiiCoffee grinders. We have a few in our cafe to use hands-on during your private training.

In the private class, we encourage you to bring your own machine, grinders, coffees and accesories so we can troubleshoot everything together. To begin the process however, please contact us (tony at troubadourcoffeeroasters dot com) or fill out the contact form at www.troubadourcoffeeroasters dot com to see what we might be able to help you with! We will be happy to schedule a private class!)

We strive to give you a good deal of information in a short time-frame. However we try to have fun while we are learning! Here are some past students and just look at those smiles :)