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Art

Coffee & Design: Jason Burton

We spoke with graphic designer Jason Burton, the mind behind one of the industry’s most beloved events: Caffeine Crawl. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Jason Burton Caffeine Crawl is […]

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Roasting

Sumiyaki Coffee: Roasting Powered by Charcoal

Charcoal-roasted coffee takes smoky tasting notes literally. BY KATRINA YENTCHBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Japanese Coffee Co. Many coffee lovers have preferences for fruit, acidity, and brightness in their daily brews, but there are […]

A closeup of a black Modbar countertop espresso machine.
Coffee Gear and Equipment

Ask a Technician: Modbar by La Marzocco USA

We continue our series on coffee equipment with some answers to common questions about the iconic countertop espresso machine: Modbar. BY SAMANTHA TAMPLINSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of La Marzocco Modbar espresso machines […]

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Coffee Producers

Coffee-Growing in Vietnam: Part 2

We ask Vietnamese + Vietnamese American roasters to give us their take on the future of coffee in the country. BY SPENCER AUBREYSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo courtesy of Erics Kun Yesterday, we […]

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Coffee Producers

Coffee-Growing in Vietnam: Part 1

We explore how coffee came to Vietnam and learn more from Vietnamese-owned cafés in this two-part feature. BY SPENCER AUBREYSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Cover photo by Chang Duong for Unsplash Vietnam has always been […]