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Free online courseBarista Training Series: Espresso, Milk Texturing and Latte Art

Duration of the online course: 25 minutes

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Free barista course covering espresso basics, dosing and tamping, milk texturing, pouring techniques, latte art, iced drinks, and machine care.

In this free course, learn about

  • Course Introduction and Bar Foundations
  • Espresso Preparation Essentials
  • Milk Texturing and Pouring
  • Cold Espresso Drinks and Latte Art
  • Machine Cleaning and Maintenance

Course Description

Barista Training Series: Espresso, Milk Texturing and Latte Art is a free online course designed to build practical café skills for anyone who wants to make better coffee at home or in a professional setting. It focuses on the key habits and techniques that support consistent results, from preparation through to service.

Learn how to organize an efficient bar setup, follow a smooth beverage routine, and improve espresso quality through correct dosing and tamping. The course also covers milk texturing fundamentals and controlled pouring, helping you achieve the right balance of temperature, texture, and integration for popular milk-based drinks.

For those looking to expand beyond hot coffees, it introduces espresso-based iced beverages and how to maintain flavour and balance when serving cold. You will also explore latte art essentials, with guidance on developing steadier pours and cleaner patterns.

To support long-term performance, the course includes machine cleaning and maintenance practices that help protect equipment, improve hygiene, and keep extractions tasting their best. Ideal for beginners and upskilling baristas alike, this culinary-focused training offers a clear path to more confident, consistent coffee preparation.

Course content

  • Video class: Introduction to Barista Training Series 00m
  • Video class: Bar Setup - Barista Training 00m
  • Exercise: Which set of items best represents the minimal bar setup tools mentioned?
  • Video class: Beverage Routine - Barista Training 01m
  • Exercise: After locking the group handle into the machine, when should extraction be started?
  • Video class: Dosing and Tamping - Barista Training 02m
  • Exercise: Why is it important to grind coffee to order when using a manual grinder with a chamber?
  • Video class: Milk Texturing - Barista Training 02m
  • Exercise: Which drink typically requires the most milk aeration time when texturing milk?
  • Video class: Milk Pouring Techniques - Barista Training 06m
  • Exercise: Which beverage is described as having the most minimal foam in the entire espresso menu (about 0.5 cm)?
  • Video class: Espresso Based Iced Beverages - Barista Training 03m
  • Exercise: What makes a traditional iced coffee (Australian style) different from an iced latte in how it is served?
  • Video class: Latte Art - Barista Training 02m
  • Exercise: What is the most important milk texture requirement for creating latte art?
  • Video class: Machine Cleaning and Maintenance - Barista Training 04m
  • Exercise: What is the main purpose of using a blind filter (blind basket) when cleaning an espresso machine group head?

This free course includes:

25 minutes of online video course

Digital certificate of course completion (Free)

Exercises to train your knowledge

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