Barista Training [4 Days]

This intensive barista training includes three days in our espresso lab using the best equipment and the latest products the industry has to offer, a coffee cupping class, hands-on practice and caffe latte art demo. Touring successful Portland cafés and roasteries is also included.

The class concludes with a full day espresso lab training that focuses on more advanced barista skills such as: Overview of the Perfect Crema and Espresso Shot, Polishing and Texturing Milk for Latte Art, Combining Espresso and Milk, Latte Art Pours [Rosetta, Heart, Triple Rosetta, Apple and other variations], Advanced Barista Techniques on Tamping, Dosing and Grinding, Barista Ergonomics and How To Think Like A Pro.

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Cost:
$2,225 for the first student
$1,925 for each additional student

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Additional discounts may apply for groups of 4 or more. Call for more information: 800.655.3955

Class price includes a copy of Espresso 101 DVD. If you already own Espresso 101, one of our other training DVD's can be substituted, such as Advanced Barista Training or Espresso 501.

All ABC's students receive special discounts on Bellissimo educational books and videos as well as discounts on lodging at Portland's finest hotels.

Class Overview

Day 1
  • View Espresso 101
  • Introduction to Espresso Machines and Grinders [manual, Semi-auto, Auto and Super auto]
  • Demo: Perfect Shot of Espresso and Hands-on Practice
  • Demo: Perfect Textured Milk, Steaming and Foaming with Hands-on Practice
  • The Dance of the Barista: Efficient Work Flow
  • Learning All Hot Espresso Based Drinks
  • Group Practice on Espresso, Milk and Other Drinks
Day 2
  • Review Espresso Extraction and Milk Steaming
  • Introduction to Brewed Coffee
  • Brewing Coffee Using Commercial, Vacuum Pot and French Press
  • Introduction to Granitas with Hands on Practice
  • Introduction to Iced Blended Drinks with Hands on Practice
  • Teas, Chai, Mate and Other Non Coffee Beverages
  • Cleaning and Maintenance on Espresso Equipment and Grinders
  • Demo: Coffee Shop Manager POS
  • Optional: Tour of Portland Coffee Houses
Day 3
  • View The Passionate Harvest
  • Processing, Harvesting and Environmental Issues
  • Principles of Latte Art and Advanced Presentation
  • Panini Sandwich Workshop and Lunch
  • Coffee Cupping with Stumptown Coffee Roasters
  • Role Play Barista Team Workshops
  • Hands on Practice with Instructors and Guest Baristas
  • Optional: Clover Brewer Workshop and Demo
Day 4
  • View Advanced Barista Training: Extreme Pours
  • Overview of the Perfect Crema and Espresso Shot
  • Polishing and Texturing Milk for Latte Art
  • Techniques: Combining Espresso and Milk
  • Latte Art Pours: Rosetta, Heart, Triple Rosetta, Apple and other
  • Variations
  • Advanced Barista Techniques: Tamping, Dosing and Grinding
  • Barista Ergonomics and How To Think Like A Pro