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Frequently Asked Questions

• What equipment is used in barista courses in Brisbane?

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  Courses use professional-grade equipment including 2 x 2 group La Marzocco espresso machines with Mazzer grinders, as well as domestic equipment like Bezzera Strega machines for home barista training. Advanced courses may include refractometers for measuring extraction yield and volumetric espresso machine settings.

• What is covered in beginner barista courses?

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  Beginner courses typically cover introduction to growing, roasting and harvesting, understanding espresso machines and grinders, extracting the perfect espresso, steaming milk to achieve microfoam texture, free pouring techniques, dosing and tamping, and equipment cleaning and maintenance. Most beginner courses run for 3 hours and include a barista handbook and sample coffee to take home.

• What is the maximum class size for barista training in Brisbane?

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  Class sizes are kept small for personalized instruction. Espresso Foundations courses have a maximum of 4 people per class, while specialized courses like Workflow and Advanced Latte Art have even smaller caps of 3 people maximum, ensuring one-on-one guidance from trainers.

• Are there specialized latte art courses available?

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  Yes. Courses progress from Basic Latte Art, covering milk texturing and microfoam creation, through Intermediate Latte Art teaching hearts, tulips and rosettas, to Advanced Latte Art focusing on complex patterns like swans and inverted designs. Each level builds on previous skills with dedicated practice time.

• What do advanced barista courses teach?

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  Advanced courses cover Third Wave Coffee standards including dose, collapse, distribute and tamp techniques, espresso machine volumetric settings, determining espresso beverage weights and coffee-to-milk ratios, using refractometers to optimize extraction, and advanced milk texturing. These courses are designed for serious baristas seeking employment or professional development.

• Are there courses for home espresso equipment users?

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  Yes. Home Barista courses teach how to use domestic espresso machines and grinders, grinder calibration, dosing and tamping techniques, milk heating and foaming, and popular coffee recipes. Some courses allow you to bring your own home equipment for personalized training, with a 2-hour private session option available.