BY @SONOFABARISTA What is a Latte? If you haven’t heard of a latte, you’re either living under a rock or are way too much of a hipster for this crowd favorite. Iced or hot, the milk-to-espresso ratio is 4:1, so if you don’t like the bitter taste of espresso, this is the drink for you. …
BY @SONOFABARISTA What is a Cappuccino? Cappuccinos are always served hot. (Please don’t make an iced cappuccino. I beg you.) If you ask for an ice cappuccino at a bar you will definitely get a weird look from a barista and most likely get a comment along the lines of, “You mean an iced latte?” …
Chai tea and its different recipes Chai is a way of life in India. Almost everywhere you go—in trains, on streets, in sari shops—you will see people gulping down the sweet, spicy, milky beverage. It is their equivalent to the espresso in Italy, and frankly, we wanted in on the good stuff. In America, “chai” …
A Step By Step Guide Want a perfect cappuccino? Simply head to the Tazza D’Oro outside of the Pantheon in Rome and… oh, wait. We know not all of you have quaint Italian cafes within walking distance. That’s why we created Son of a Barista. And although you might be under the impression you can’t …
Types of Coffee: Blends from Across the World & Their Flavor Notes Do you know your blends from your single origin? Your Arabica coffee from your Robusta coffee? Or your light roast from your dark roast? At Son of a Barista we love passing on tradition and artisanal trade, so join us as we uncover …
