HOME BARISTA COURSE
The best home barista class from the basic equipments to the most advanced experiments
Is coffee your passion?
Is your free time divided between caffeinated videos and Specialty Ecommerces?
Are you hungry for the latest technological frontiers of "home coffee"?
This is your home barista class, this is your home barista experience
(in Florence, one of the most beautiful cities of the world!:)
Coffee can be a great passion, as well as cooking. This is why home baristas and coffee enthusiasts are hungry for knowledge, skills, tools and experiments.
During our barista class we explore how
- Choosing the best espresso machine for your home barista station
- Knowing the world's coffees and knowing how to evaluate them, both from the label and in tasting
- Know the correct espresso setting, leveling and tamping techniques
- Learn about the latest grinder technologies
- Frothing milk perfectly even with not super powerful home machines
- Measuring extraction with the refractometer
- Cleaning and maintaining your espresso machine
Where
Florence Italy
One of the most beautiful cities in the world!
One of the most beautiful cities in the world!
Next dates
July 11th
July 18th
August 3rd
September 8th
September 14th
From 10am till 6pm, with a lunch break from 1pm to 2pm
July 18th
August 3rd
September 8th
September 14th
From 10am till 6pm, with a lunch break from 1pm to 2pm
Price
165€
including handbooks and slides
including handbooks and slides
Installment payments
You can pay our courses in three installments with Stripe, making it easier to manage your budget and enjoy flexibility.
*This option depends on approval by the payment provider, inform us in advance.
One Week Coffee
This course is part of the “Espresso One Week Coffee Route”. Discover more about coffee through the Espresso Academy Coffee Week
Are you interested in this course?
Why Espresso Academy?
- 1500+ students from all over the world at our Italian headquarters
- All courses taught in English by certified trainers
- 30+ branches around the world
- #1 school in the world on Tripadvisor and Google
- The highest number of SCA, LAGS and IBC certified students
- And… we are in Florence, a city worth visiting
Home Barista Class - Program
- The world of coffee: arabica, robusta, varietals from bourbon to catimor.
- Coffee in the plantation: washed, natural and the new fermentation methods..
- A brief history of coffee: from Yemen to the plantations in Sicily.
- Introduction to roasting and how coffee blends are made. We visit the roastery area!
- The invention and evolution of espresso machines from 1900 to today
- Practical work begins with the extraction of the espresso and coffee tamping
- Coffee grinding: how to manage it and how to modify it with the various types of coffee grinders
- Make and taste espresso made with historical espresso machines: from the lever one to the modern machines (where you can set all the parameters…)
- Which is the best machine for your project of for your home? Leveller, special tampers, special filters or needles are important?
- How to choose the best coffee for my project or for my house?
- A technical section: setting the volumetric system, setting the temperature, changing the gaskets and.
- The perfect milk frothing managing different temperatures and frothiness.
- Vegetable (Plant Based) milks: try soya, oats and milks specifically designed for the barista
- Cappuccino in practice: lots of exercises on milk frothing and classic cappuccino
- Italian preparations: latte macchiato, latte coffee, espresso macchiato etc.
- Cleaning and maintenance of espresso machines. The softeners, the blind filter and the cleaning of the showers.
Eventual practical exam for the Italian Barista Certificate
Eventual support in SCA exam (SCA foundation level is only theoretical)
To this basic course it's possible to add a second day focused on advanced coffee. Even more practice, even more topics, an even more unforgettable experience!
This second day, which always takes place the day after the basic course, runs from 10am to 5.30pm.
PROGRAM - ADVANCED BARISTA COURSE - DAY 2
- Introduction to professional coffee tasting: body, acidity, bitterness, sweetness and flavours.
- The use of the refractometer in extraction measurement. The concept of TDS and extraction.
- Espresso tasting exercises : commodity arabica e robusta, coffee blends, caffè specialty.
- Grinding setting exercises with dose and extraction weighing, preparatory to the IBM and SCA exams
- Not just espresso: brewing, filter coffee and pour over, practical tests
- Worldwide trends: babyccino, flat white, cortado and other preparations.
- Latte art basics: height of pouring, flow control and movement of the wrist
- Practice latte art base: the heart
- Basic latte art practice: the figure of the leaf or rosetta
- Basic latte art practice: the tulip
- Basic setting and fixing of the espresso coffee machine: showers, volumetric, temperature
Eventual exam for the Italian Barista Certificate advanced certification (this exam involves a quite demanding speed test, any participation in this course will therefore be evaluated during the course according with the trainer)
Possible additional procedure for SCA intermediate exam.
Costs
The cost of the course is €165. It can be paid in three installments. Ask us about at least 10 days in advance
Certification
The course allows participants to part-take in the SCA Barista Foundation exam
Practice
The barista training philosophy at Espresso Academy is based on experimentation, practice, and awareness. That's why the course is largely hands-on, similar to a pastry course, because coffee is a precious ingredient!
Combine Multiple Courses in One Trip!
Are you interested in expanding your coffee knowledge beyond tasting and cupping? Our courses are always organized on consecutive days allowing you to participate in multiple courses through a single training trip. Check out our course schedule!
All the professional SCA courses in a row
Do you want to get the best for your coffee education? Join the SCA professional Coffee line. Take all the intermediate coffee SCA classes consecutively, maximizing the value of your time.
The Espresso Academy Coffee Campus
Are you aiming for professional level education? This course can also be one of the starting points of the “Espresso Academy Coffee Campus”. The most comprehensive coffee training program globally for coffee professionals.
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Student says...
Dolma Sherpa
5 months ago
Elcio Morelli
1 year ago
I really liked the course. Extremely practical. Experienced instructor. Interesting environment to interact with other students and instructor. I recommend it!
Katerina Grecheniuk
1 year ago
Mili
1 year ago
If you are looking for kindness, quality and wisdom, this is the place for you. Espresso Academy does not disappoint, every minute of the classes is worth gold and I would recommend it to anyone who needs to learn about coffee, both basic and advanced.
I left there very happy.
I left there very happy.
Melanie H
1 year ago
I had some great days there learning about coffee, coffee preparation, coffe tasting and more. The instructors have excellent knowledge and were very kind and helpful in every situation. Easy to reach by tram. I would totally recommend it if you're interested in coffee.
Nina O'Connell
1 year ago
Excellent course for coffee professionals but also enjoyable for those like me who just drink coffee
Donatella Sanchez
1 year ago
It was an amazing experience to take the technician course at the espresso academy of Florence. The instructor was patient, made sure we were all on the same level of understanding and had the best clearest explanations. The staff as a whole is so nice and kind! So were my ‘classmates’. Thank you everyone!
Tj Fittis
2 years ago
We had a fantastic time with Robert learning about espresso machine repair and maintenance. Cannot recommend enough. Looking forward to taking other courses through espresso academy in the future.
Stefano Ambrogi
2 years ago
Well done course especially for people new to this industry
V Ivan
2 years ago
I attended it in November this year..just a fantastic experience..Roberto ,the lecturer, is an amazing guy ,delivering lessons in asuch easy manners.He also takes you for a lunch break to experience real Italian cuisine for little money.
Overall, I cam only recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn about coffee machines and have fun along the way.
Highly,highly, highly recommend.
Overall, I cam only recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn about coffee machines and have fun along the way.
Highly,highly, highly recommend.
Francesco Garbati Pegna
2 years ago
Basic barman course meets expectations
Sarah
2 years ago
It was a great experience with very nice teachers who spoke English very well. We received a warm welcome and learned a lot about coffee.
Ryan Levy
2 years ago
Traveled to Florence and thought it was a great area to learn more about espresso. The Espresso Academy class was fun, informative and the instructor was very knowledgeable. Would recommend!
Alberto Nuñez Gomez
2 years ago
Not only is it a great school full of great coffee enthusiasts and professionals, they also make you live a unique experience in a beautiful city. The combination between theory and practice is perfectly balanced for any level. I recommend it 100% to all those who have a passion for coffee and want to delve deeper into this world. Thank you!
Ollie de Savigny
2 years ago
I found Espresso Academy after doing some research into espresso machine maintenance courses; after reading the reviews, and not finding anything suitable based in the UK, I reached out to ask some questions about the course...
From the very first email, Cristina was so friendly, knowledgable and welcoming that she put my mind at rest and showed me that Espresso Academy know exactly what they are doing.
I booked my flights, my accommodation, and told the team I was coming for the course!
I could not recommend these guys enough - they are knowledgable, friendly and absolutely professional. I learned so much in such an engaging, interesting and thorough way that I have come home and been able to apply my knowledge immediately - starting my own small business in the UK.
The course leader - Robert - is so kind, welcoming and full of knwoledge - but most importantly he is an excellent teacher, delivering the information in an easy to understand way to a mix of abilities in the class.
I met some fantastic people and have made some friendships for life - and for even more joy, you get to stay in Florence when you're visiting for a course and what a beautiful city to stay in!
Thank you for such a wonderful experience, and I hope to come back and visit again in the future :)
From the very first email, Cristina was so friendly, knowledgable and welcoming that she put my mind at rest and showed me that Espresso Academy know exactly what they are doing.
I booked my flights, my accommodation, and told the team I was coming for the course!
I could not recommend these guys enough - they are knowledgable, friendly and absolutely professional. I learned so much in such an engaging, interesting and thorough way that I have come home and been able to apply my knowledge immediately - starting my own small business in the UK.
The course leader - Robert - is so kind, welcoming and full of knwoledge - but most importantly he is an excellent teacher, delivering the information in an easy to understand way to a mix of abilities in the class.
I met some fantastic people and have made some friendships for life - and for even more joy, you get to stay in Florence when you're visiting for a course and what a beautiful city to stay in!
Thank you for such a wonderful experience, and I hope to come back and visit again in the future :)
Stephen
2 years ago
Fantastic course on coffee machine maintenance, learned a lot in the short amount of time the course runs. Robert is a great teacher, easy going, explains things well and answers all questions. All other staff members we met during the course were also incredibly polite and welcoming. Well worth the travel.
Andrew Henley
2 years ago
The course at the academy was very good. very friendly team and professional teaching.
Daniel Aguado
2 years ago
I would like to thank the academy for providing a qualitative formation in a time where such things are difficult to find and sadly underrated.
I would also like to particularly commend Robert, our teacher, who has managed to show me in a very short amount of time a wealth of accessible and comprehensible information on a difficult subject. He is awesome, poised, didactic, knowledgeable, approachable and generally very pleasant to be around.
I would also like to particularly commend Robert, our teacher, who has managed to show me in a very short amount of time a wealth of accessible and comprehensible information on a difficult subject. He is awesome, poised, didactic, knowledgeable, approachable and generally very pleasant to be around.
Amit Biswas
3 years ago
It was fantastic 3 days of learning. It was one of the important learning experiences I had. Trainer was very professional, calm, respectful and friendly. If you are in coffee business, you must do one of their course depending on what you need. Highly recommend.
Ferdinando Ferrara
3 years ago
Excellent experience, recommended to all those who want to expand their knowledge of the world of coffee. I was followed by Professor Michele Cantarella at the Castorino roasting company and here I had the opportunity to see the roasting, to taste many types of coffee, to learn the basics of
Milk art.
Milk art.
Tobias Engel
3 years ago
If you want to learn everything about Coffee, the way how to do your own tasty Espresso, Latte Art this is the place to go. Enthusiatic trainers, very good mix of theory and practice. I wish the team of Espresso Academy all the best and a big thank you for the 2 day's of introduction of italian coffee philosophy 🙂
Maha Hamdan
3 years ago
I’ve been planning to follow my passion for coffee with a professional training course and I found what I was looking for at The Espresso Academy. From the start Cristiana was very helpful for planning and booking this course for me, responding promptly and making it easier for my needs. During the course Gabriele was doing his best for me to get the most of this course, he was very kind, helpful and attentive. He went above and beyond to give the best experience. It was obviously about the coffee and the passion of coffee rather than just another commercial training course. , I really enjoyed every moment and learned a lot. I also gained confidence in my knowledge and skills. Thank you Espresso Academy.
Sherly C
3 years ago
High quality classes offered by friendly, serious and very experienced teachers??? i loved it- i can only recommend!
Yuanshi Ni
3 years ago
Super recommended!!! Instructor was super nice, the content was engaging , I made my first espresso & cappuccino, it was an absolutely fun experience ?
Martyna Pakosz
4 years ago
An excellent experience, highly recommend to someone just getting into coffee. Very calm, patient and knowledgeable teachers with whom it was only pleasure to work with. :) 10/10
Pinja Eriksson
5 years ago
Took the two day advanced barista course and it exceeded my expectations. Great teachers, great content, and even though it was a short course we got plenty of time to practice actual coffee making without sparing milk. And a bonus is the opportunity to meet coffee students from all over the world, that most likely share similar goals to yours. Highly recommend for anyone getting into coffee business.
Arianna Bär
5 years ago
I've attended many courses at Espresso Academy Firenze and I loved it! The staff is incredibly friendly and the courses very nice structured. Theory and lots of practice and we could even visit the roastery! The whole place smells of coffee :) During the pandemic I've also attended a couple Online Courses which were great and the teacher answered all the questions. I totally recommend going there to learn about coffee and become friends with the most amazing teachers :) Hope to see you soon guys!!
Our Trainer
Robert Brinck
Robert entered the coffee industry at the age of twenty and since then he's collaborated with us as a trainer in our courses and contributed to bring to life many of our projects. Together we've been able to develop a specific course for espresso machine maintenance and created a small international community of expert technicians helping each other by sharing professional advice Outside of our courses Robert has a role in quality control and roasting of specialty coffees for CaffeLab and, in our consultancy projects for roasting companies and coffee shops he is responsible for the selection of the necessary equipment, coffee and development of the final product.
Gabriele Cortopassi
After many years of experience he´s assisted and done consultancies for many bars and restaurants in Italy and abroad.
Gabriele is also the founder of www.aprireunbar.com, which is one of the most followed blogs for bars and restaurants and the the title of his book (Hoepli editions). He´s an official SCA Trainer and also teaches the Bar Management course.
