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| The term '''barista''' (the ] word for "bartender" - masculine or feminine; plural: ''baristi'' (masculine) or ''bariste'' (feminine)) has been used in ] to denote a maker of ] based beverages. Its journey into English has been accompanied by a slight shift in meaning. When using the term in English, a barista denotes one who has acquired some level of expertise in the preparation of espresso-based coffee drinks. "Barista" in |
The term '''barista''' (the ] word for "bartender" - masculine or feminine; plural: ''baristi'' (masculine) or ''bariste'' (feminine)) has been used in ] to denote a maker of ] based beverages. Its journey into English has been accompanied by a slight shift in meaning. When using the term in English, a barista denotes one who has acquired some level of expertise in the preparation of espresso-based coffee drinks. "Barista" in Italy is the bartender, who prepares both alcoholic drinks and espresso coffee beverages. | ||
| In its most basic form, a barista by definition is one who prepares espresso coffee beverages. However, its meaning is expanding to include what might be called a coffee ], who is highly skilled in espresso preparation, with a comprehensive understanding of ], coffee blends, quality, coffee varietals, roast degree, espresso equipment, maintenance, and performance, ], etc. | |||
| A barista will typically have an understanding of the various aspects of producing espresso drinks, including machine operation and hygiene, pressure, and temperature. Some baristas may also perform ]. | |||
| Barista is also the name of a chain of coffee shops in ]. | |||
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The term barista (the Italian word for "bartender" - masculine or feminine; plural: baristi (masculine) or bariste (feminine)) has been used in English to denote a maker of espresso based beverages. Its journey into English has been accompanied by a slight shift in meaning. When using the term in English, a barista denotes one who has acquired some level of expertise in the preparation of espresso-based coffee drinks. "Barista" in Italy is the bartender, who prepares both alcoholic drinks and espresso coffee beverages.
In its most basic form, a barista by definition is one who prepares espresso coffee beverages. However, its meaning is expanding to include what might be called a coffee sommelier, who is highly skilled in espresso preparation, with a comprehensive understanding of coffee, coffee blends, quality, coffee varietals, roast degree, espresso equipment, maintenance, and performance, latte art, etc.