A barista is only as good as their tools, and one of the most important tools in any barista’s toolbox is their apron. And if you’re going to wear an apron, it might as well be an exper
Author: Michael Butterworth
Michael Butterworth is an authorized instructor of the Specialty Coffee Association and the inventor of the Etkin Dripper. He cofounded the Coffee Compass mostly as an excuse to visit more coffee shops. For consulting and training enquiries please visit butterworth.coffee.
Pour-over vs Autodrip: Which one is Best?
The so-called Third Wave coffee movement coincided with a renewed interest in manual brew methods. Chemexes, V60s, and Aeropresses came part and parcel with lighter roasts, traceability, and smalle
Check Out the Acaia Coffee Brewing Scale on Kickstarter
We’ve written more than once about how important a good scale is for brewing. In fact, after a good grinder, it’s probably the most important piece of brewing equipment you own. We̵
Where to Get Coffee in San Diego: An Interview with Adam Pike
As Bill Murray observes in The Life Aquatic, Kentucky is a landlocked state. But everyone needs to visit the coast sometimes, and whenever we have the option we head west. We caught up with our fr
Introducing our New Partner: Craft Coffee
Craft Coffee at Your Door Step Choosing the right coffee is a lot like choosing a good wine. It requires a well developed palette, a working knowledge of technical vocabulary, a keen interest in ge
Cafe Review: One Line Coffee in Columbus, Ohio
One Line Coffee on High Street Over the past several years specialty coffee has moved from the back streets to the high street. In Columbus, OH this has happened quite literally. High Street is the
3 Coffee Books Every Barista Needs to Read
Although baristas at craft coffee shops tend to be inordinately educated for a service industry job, last time we checked there’s no Coffee Preparation and Extraction Theory major at your loc
From Ship to Cup: A Stunning New Video From TAP Coffee
TAP Coffee is one of our favorite cafes in London. From the souvenir spoons that grace each cappuccino and espresso to the carefully sourced and roasted coffees, TAP understands the importance of n
The 3 Best Coffee Accessories You Need To Have
Clever Dripper Making coffee in the morning can be a real chicken/egg situation. You need it to wake up- you have to wake up to make it. It’s little wonder autodrip machines with timers and p
Watch this Gorgeous Video about Coffee in Kenya by Verve
When it comes to dream coffee destinations, Kenya is on our short list. The coffees that come from Kenya, particularly their famed SL28 and SL34 varieties, have a dynamic range of flavor like coff