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Then and Now: Pulling Shots + Frothing Milk at 17 and 27

Then and Now: Pulling Shots + Frothing Milk at ...

This story was submitted by Guest Writer, Courtney Denning, a long time barista of Winans Chocolates + Coffees.  Courtney tells us what it was like when she was a barista...

Then and Now: Pulling Shots + Frothing Milk at ...

This story was submitted by Guest Writer, Courtney Denning, a long time barista of Winans Chocolates + Coffees.  Courtney tells us what it was like when she was a barista...

Starbucks is Being Sued for "Underfilling Its Lattes"

Starbucks is Being Sued for "Underfilling Its L...

We aren't sure if we can go a week without reading about Starbucks in the news.  This time, the coffee giant is being sued for allegedly underfilling its lattes by...

Starbucks is Being Sued for "Underfilling Its L...

We aren't sure if we can go a week without reading about Starbucks in the news.  This time, the coffee giant is being sued for allegedly underfilling its lattes by...

The Ultimate Guide to Doing Latte Art

The Ultimate Guide to Doing Latte Art

In a world where everyone is on the go, it doesn't allow us baristas the ability to perform latte art as much as we'd like to.  If you're a Starbucks...

The Ultimate Guide to Doing Latte Art

In a world where everyone is on the go, it doesn't allow us baristas the ability to perform latte art as much as we'd like to.  If you're a Starbucks...

How to Make the Perfect French Press [INFOGRAPHIC]

How to Make the Perfect French Press [INFOGRAPHIC]

Making a French Press can be a work of art...if done correctly.  With variables such as measurements, ratios, different types of grinds, brewing preparation, do's and don'ts, it's almost as...

How to Make the Perfect French Press [INFOGRAPHIC]

Making a French Press can be a work of art...if done correctly.  With variables such as measurements, ratios, different types of grinds, brewing preparation, do's and don'ts, it's almost as...

Just Let Go

Just Let Go

 This post was written by Steph Rubsam, a new guest writer for Barista Life.  Steph discusses the bain of every barista's existence; the rude customer.  She does a great job...

Just Let Go

 This post was written by Steph Rubsam, a new guest writer for Barista Life.  Steph discusses the bain of every barista's existence; the rude customer.  She does a great job...

Barista Life Partners with Shyft Mobile App!

Barista Life Partners with Shyft Mobile App!

Barista Life would like to proudly announce that we are joining forces with the leading mobile platform, Shyft.  Shyft is a free mobile app that allows retail workers, and baristas...

Barista Life Partners with Shyft Mobile App!

Barista Life would like to proudly announce that we are joining forces with the leading mobile platform, Shyft.  Shyft is a free mobile app that allows retail workers, and baristas...