Interview by Mikey Rinaldo 2014 has already turned out to be a very exciting year for Louisville’s coffee scene. Four Louisville baristas competed this past January at the Big Eastern Barista Co
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Interview: Scott Rao
Scott Rao needs no introduction for most of our readers. His landmark book The Professional Barista’s Handbook has influenced the current generation of coffee professionals perhaps more than
Interview: Brian Jones of Dear Coffee I Love You
Like James Hoffmann recently wrote, we’re going to assume you follow Dear Coffee, I Love You. If you don’t, you’re seriously missing out. Behind the groundbreaking blog is Bria
Interview: Angela Muniz of Girl From Arizona Aprons
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
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
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
Interview: Pete Licata Barista Champion of the World
Post written by Jesse Harriott Hard work pays off In 2004, Pete Licata attended a workshop by 2004 World Barista Champion, Tim Wendelboe. This inspired Pete to start competing the following year.
Barista Interview: Kenny Smith of Sunergos Coffee
Long-time readers of the Compass know all about Kenny Smith. He works for Sunergos Coffee, which has been featured in multiple posts. We’ve also utilized his well-defined palate for several
Barista Interview: Cabell Tice, 2013 CoffeeFest NYC Latte Art Champion
Cabell Tice shocked the competitive latte art world when he won the Latte Art World Championship Open at CoffeeFest, NYC as a first time competitor. We sat down (digitally) with the reigning champ
Barista Interview: John Letoto of Blacksmith Coffee, Houston, TX
After we got the chance to experience what Dave Buehrer is doing in Houston, we were anxious to get down to the newest Greenway Coffee store front, Blacksmith. John Letoto, one of Louisville’