Barista and Brewers Cup competitions
An overview of the World Barista Championship (WBC) and World Brewers Cup (WBrC), their competition formats, skills tested, and career relevance for coffee professionals.
Precision brewing
Traditional Coffee Brewing Methods: Mortar & Pestle vs Turkish Ibrik - Complete Guide
Learn about ancient coffee brewing methods including mortar and pestle grinding and Turkish ibrik/cezve brewing. Discover how early coffee preparation techniques shaped modern brewing and why these traditional methods still matter today.
Kettles and temperature control
The role of kettles and temperature control in home brewing, and how to choose the right tools for precision and consistency.
Saturated vs semi-saturated groups
The differences between saturated and semi-saturated espresso group designs, and how they influence thermal stability and consistency.
Cultural rituals and ceremonies across regions
This topic explores the diverse cultural rituals and ceremonies that surround coffee in different parts of the world, showing how preparation, serving, and symbolism have turned coffee into more than just a beverage.