- Barista training courses
What do I learn at a barista course with Absolute Coffee?A lot! And it is enjoyable at the same time. This is just a great coffee course! We start the course by getting to know each other and we have a look at what you would like to get out of the barista training. There is not exactly set content as we like to teach what interest you the most. Customise the course to each student if you like. For example, if you would like to focus on milk steaming then we can do this.
During the training you will learn the most important essential barista skills. We will teach you what coffee is, how it grows and how it is harvested. Then we explain how coffee is roasted and we talk about freshness and packaging. After this we go straight into making espressos. You will learn how to make 'championship standard' espresso and we run you through the process step by step. This means you will learn how to calibrate a coffee grinder, how to use good dosing techniques, how to tamp the coffee and watch for the perfect extraction.
Do I also learn how to steam milk properly? Most definitely! We actually spent a lot of time steaming milk and pouring cappuccinos and caffe lattes. Probably 50% of the course is spend on perfecting milk steaming and pouring drinks. And we will even introduce you to latte art.
How do I get to you?Have a look at http://www.megabus.com or http://www.transportdirect.info for travel information. Can you also teach me about different brewing methods?Sure thing. We can teach you about filter, cafetiere / french press, aeropress and other brewing methods.
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Where is the barista training course held?The barista training is held at the roastery in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. The roastery is conveniently located just off the M1 and provides easy access from all over the UK. There is plenty of free parking outside. We have build a great barista training room at the roastery which is absolutely perfect for learning all about speciality coffee. Barista training is done on Saturday's as well but we can not demonstrate the roasting on a Saturday, only from Monday till Friday. The roastery is only a few hours from London and right in the centre of the country.
How much does the barista course cost?The barista training course cost £85.00 per person which you can pay on the day of the training. When is the next barista course?All courses are scheduled on demand. Simply get in touch with us, ask any additional questions you might have and let us know some dates that work well for you. How long does the course last?The course usually last 3 to 4 hours. We have found this to be an ideal time for learning. Any longer and you will not pick things up too well. And yes, it is more then enough time to learn how to make delicious coffees! What time does the course start?We are flexible with starting times although we usually start the course at 9:00 am which will make sure that you are finished by lunch time. Do you offer evening barista training courses?Yes we do. If you prefer to do the barista training in the evening than we can arrange this, not a problem at all. Do I learn how to make different kind of drinks?We can teach you how to make all drinks on the barista's menu such as espresso, ristretto, espresso macchiato, americano, cappuccino, caffe latte, caffe mocha etc. I am a home coffee drinker, is this barista course good for domestic users?Very much so! The course is open to anyone.
Do you provide me with a certificate for barista training?We are more than happy to provide you with a certificate saying that you have successfully completed a barista course with Absolute Coffee. How about cleaning procedures and the workings of the espresso machine?Yes, we teach you how to clean an espresso machine and also talk about the workings of the espresso machine and coffee grinder. Do I learn how to make a flat white, like Costa and Starbucks?A flat white is an interesting drink and now the big chains are offering them, we get a lot of interest in the drink. We can certainly teach you how to make a great flat white, like they do it in Australia and New Zealand.
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