SABARINATH SIVARAJAN, FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER, ICONS COFFEE COUTURE. SABARINATH SIVARAJAN, FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER, ICONS COFFEE COUTURE.

SABARINATH SIVARAJAN, FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER, ICONS COFFEE COUTURE

Your tip for a perfect cup of coffee?

Always use freshly ground beans, and check the grind. Make sure that the proportion of coffee to water is right, and the quality and temperature is as required; the same goes for the quality of milk. Lastly, the barista’s brewing technique must be perfected.

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What is a common mistake that baristas make?

Making more than one cup a time, and using the milk pitcher without washing after the previous use. Also, some forgo the standard steaming method, which can make all the difference.