You Still a Good Barista for It
by Prinzel
(Philippines)
It is unquestionable that espresso machines are highly beneficial in making coffee espresso.
But no matter how good is your espresso machine, it is still very important that you should have a basic knowledge of coffee making.
By learning how to make coffee and having barista knowledge, you will be able to brew a perfectly made coffee like the ones that professionals make in coffee shops.
Bear in mind that even if you are using the best espresso machine, you will find it difficult to brew a good coffee for sure.
Know that the machine does not have knowledge of its own. It is still you who will be going to make the coffee.
Without the right skills needed for the job, you cannot operate the machine properly and that you cannot make the coffee that they require you do to.
This is the cogent reason why it is essential that you should acquire some basic barista skills.
Espresso machines can be classified as to how they operate. You can opt for an automatic, semi automatic or manual.
But no matter what type of espresso machine you utilize, you greatly need to learn how to operate them so that you will be able to make a coffee based in the guideline of a roaster or preference of a customer.
You might think this is not significant but it is really.
In fact, coffee makers should acquire all the knowledge involved in all the process of coffee making so as to brew the right coffee.
This knowledge comprises of precise operation, programming and maintenance of espresso machine, tamping and grinding methods, water quality and temperature, extraction times, frothing, roasting, latte art, free pouring and many more.