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Recently, I listened with interest
CHAIRMAN'S COMMENT
to a radio debate on Talk Radio
discussing what exactly is an
“Americano” coffee.
The callers were undecided as to it
being a long black coffee or just a
black coffee or with milk or strictly
without. As we all should know it’s
an espresso topped with water to
create a longer drink.
I researched the origins and it was
U.S. troops in Italy trying to recreate bananas, caramel drizzle, frappuccino chips,
the weaker long black coffee they vanilla bean, and a little soy. This is possibly the
were used to. Jon Skinner, one of most expensive Starbucks drink at $47.30.
our professional trainers tells the This naturally prompts you to explore various
story much more eloquently. milk alternatives, such as almond, oat, and
This reminded me of the terrific ad coconut, among others. Additionally, think about
campaign by McDonald’s a few years specialty teas, hot chocolate, and other options
ago about just what a ‘flat white’ like smoothies.
was. Where am I going with this? To me, it’s another
Again we all should know it, but as example of how much a modern Barista must
someone who spends a lot of time know, and how detailed the training needs to be.
in coffee shops both speciality style Therefore, for the most part, Baristas are
and basic cafes, it is not surprising underappreciated, and increasingly great ones
to me that people get confused by are hard to find.
the mind-boggling array of coffee- Is there now too much choice driven by fashion
based drinks available. I am sure or an attempt to be trendy?
some people order things they have
heard rather than what they like. I hope that you enjoy this latest edition which
We are just coming into the season goes behind the scenes, and opens up our world
of winter and festive coffee with of hot beverages and equipment. Please do let
us know of any unusual recipes for coffee, tea or
such things as Pumpkin Latte and
other spiced coffees and syrups chocolate-based drinks that you know or find.
which has made me consider what I am now off for my normal double-strength
is the most complicated or difficult camellia Sinensis leaf topped up with saccharin
coffee based drink to make. officinarum and fresh bovine milk in a large
However, this season’s drinks are china mug. You can call it a Builders Tea.
changing. Beyond the Bean and To contact me you can either email SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER. 2024 | ISSUE 38
SOHO Coffee show us how to chairman@beveragestandardsassociation.co.uk
develop your menu and ring the or message me at 07711 087662. You can also
changes in this issue. join our vibrant Beverage Support Hub
I have found the Quadriginoctuple WhatsApp group.
which is forty-eight shots of Steve Slark
espresso, protein powder, two
chairman@beveragestandardsassociation.co.uk
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