Your coffee just got way better.

For home

The ritual of making coffee at home is near and dear to my heart. Dive a little deeper into your daily cup (whether it’s Lavazza or an ultra light Peruvian geisha) and uncover a world of possibilities!

For cafes

As our world continues to move toward more automation, next-level hospitality is a precious resource. I train baristas with a people-first, holistic mindset. By setting realistic, quality-driven expectations and creating lasting relationships, I’ve built dozens of successful coffee programs.

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Upcoming Coffee Classes

coffee classes in Austin, TX
Austin Coffee Tasting
Nov 1
Austin Coffee Tasting

Taste beans from Austin’s best roasters in a guided cupping experience with Barista Friend!

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Coffee Brewing Science
Nov 1
Coffee Brewing Science

Learn how to make the perfect pour over with an expert barista at Rising Tide Roast Collab in South Austin. You’ll deep dive into the science of ratio, grind size, water quality, and temperature to get the most out of your daily brews.

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Latte Art 101
Nov 8
Latte Art 101

Learn how to steam milk and pour beautiful latte art with Austin’s favorite barista trainer!

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Latte Art 101
Nov 8
Latte Art 101

Learn how to steam milk and pour beautiful latte art with Austin’s favorite barista trainer!

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Latte Art 101
Nov 12
Latte Art 101

Learn how to steam milk and pour beautiful latte art with Austin’s favorite barista trainer!

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Sensory 101
Nov 13
Sensory 101

Tasting is the most crucial skill for coffee professionals to develop! Get started on the right foot in this interactive sensory workshop with Rising Tide and Barista Friend.

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Espresso 101
Nov 14
Espresso 101

Learn how to pull amazing shots of espresso at home with Austin’s best barista trainer.

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Latte Art 101
Nov 14
Latte Art 101

Learn how to steam milk and pour beautiful latte art with Austin’s favorite barista trainer!

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Private Lesson
Nov 15
Private Lesson

Barista Friend is booked for a private barista lesson! Click for more info on how to schedule yours…

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Private Lesson
Nov 15
Private Lesson

Barista Friend is booked for a private barista lesson! Click for more info on how to schedule yours…

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Espresso 101
Nov 21
Espresso 101

Learn how to pull amazing shots of espresso at home with Austin’s best barista trainer.

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Austin Coffee Tasting
Nov 21
Austin Coffee Tasting

Taste beans from Austin’s best roasters in a guided cupping experience with Barista Friend!

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Private Tasting
Nov 27
Private Tasting

Barista Friend is booked for a private barista lesson! Click for more info on how to schedule yours…

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Latte Art 101
Nov 28
Latte Art 101

Learn how to steam milk and pour beautiful latte art with Austin’s favorite barista trainer!

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Latte Art 201
Nov 28
Latte Art 201

Step up your latte art practice in this 2-hour hands-on workshop. You’ll learn how to ripple, stack, and control your flow. Open to home baristas and professionals!

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Espresso 101
Nov 29
Espresso 101

Learn how to pull amazing shots of espresso at home with Austin’s best barista trainer.

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Espresso 201
Nov 29
Espresso 201

Learn how to design recipes for those fruity single-origin coffees! You’ll dial in using dose, yield, time, and temperature to find the most balanced, sweetest expression of Austin’s best coffee.

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