When I was a new barista, I was overwhelmed with all the new knowledge but my dedicated mind absorbed them all. My beginner's experience has shown how elegant Starbucks serves its coffee. Over the years I've learned to savor coffees. i used to just drink without a moment of thought. However, I've begun the sequence of action that makes slurping a good cup of coffee, I appreciate the ritual of extraordinary beauty. It begins from a careful preparation of the sensation i get from the aroma, enveloping flavors and characteristics. From being a regular barista, ive turned into an enthusiast and a coffee warrior. As a Coffee Master, i am bringing a full bodied experiences, I will never forget and always be proud to share these knowledge. Thank you for all the  spices of my starbucks journey, the people who helped me reach  my goal. Eventhough it was challenging, they had made it smooth like a sip of Sumatra coffee, I dont claim to be an expert but i kno...

From a simple sip to exploring the world of Coffee! A simple sip started my exploration of the world of coffee. It is a passion that is impartible by creating a perfect cup.  Every pour is magical as you inspire other people to take their first sip of coffee. It gives me great incite to see someone enjoying it and reminds me why I love my job.  Before I became part of this team I had this question "what makes you stay in this job?" I made this far in this Coffee Journey because this is not just my job but it is my passion - a part of my life.  A passion for human connection and creating a perfect moment over a simple cup of coffee. So every time you get behind the bar creating beverages and talking about coffee, always remember to share your passion and your coffee journey. Enjoy these inspired moments and help others enjoy one cup, one sip, one step at a time. In spite of the ups and downs, I stayed vigorous being with you Siren. Always proud #tobeapartner....

Starbucks Reserve Ethiopia Yirgacheffe® Chelelektu Lavender aromas with lemony acidity and bergamot spice notes. Among the world’s most celebrated coffee-producing regions, Ethiopia’s Yirgacheffe is held in almost mystical regard. It is here that many believe coffee was first discovered, more than a millennium ago. And it is this area’s crops that inspire coffee epiphanies for so many of us; one sip of Yirgacheffe can be an unforgettable step into a richer relationship with the precious seeds of the Arabica plant. At the heart of this coffee-loving culture is the Chelelektu washing station, serving 650 farms and employing 450 community members during peak season. In this lot they’ve given us an inspired glimpse into a world profoundly shaped by the pursuit of extraordinary coffee. Elegant and floral, beautifully bright and alluringly aromatic, this is a cup that tells the story of a thousand-year love affair. BODY: MEDIUM PROCESSING: WASHED ACIDITY: MEDIUM GROWING REGION: A...

The splendid artworks elevates more the customer experience. From the soft curves and waves of the store’s interior design, the mural is inspired by the Cebu Magistic white sand beaches, waves and festive Culture. Starbucks collaborated with young Cebuano artist Hannah Sol Hortelano-Obcial to Paint the walls with Two-tailed Siren to Capture the heart of Coffee Lovers. Welcome to Starbucks Reserve Ayala Mall Central Bloc. #travelbarista07 #starbucksreserve #coffeemaster #coffee #siphon #CMjourney #IluvCebu #StarbucksReserve540

Starbucks Guatemala Atitlán. Orange blossom deepened with notes of Sweet Caramel. Atitláns one of the eight main coffee growing regions in Guatemala, where warm winds from the south meet with cold winds from the highlands cause strong tides and swirls. This unique microclimate and the mineral - rich soil result in a cup with bright and elegant aromas of orange blossom followed by notes of sweet caramel and milk chocolate. Every sip is a dance of lively flavors. Lake Atitlán is a body of water in a massive volcanic crater in Guatemala’s southwestern highlands. Ringed by steep, verdant hills, it’s known for its Mayan villages and volcanoes with striking pointed cones. The busy town of Panajachel, where vendors sell traditional textiles, is a popular gateway to the lake. On a former coffee plantation, the Atitlán nature reserve offers trails and a butterfly garden. Guatemala produces many different types of the world's finest and most distinctiveness coffees. The country ha...

"The Sweetness in Every Sip"  by Travelingbarista07 People around the globe prepare and drink their wonderful cup of coffee in their delightful way. It is part of our morning rituals that most of us do to jump start our day. It is a dark liquid coming from grounds brewed the way we like it but some rarely know where it is coming from. The story of coffee begins where the green coffee bean hidden in the red and golden coffee cherries.  Growing coffee needs passion and dedication to produce a high quality and flavorful coffee. Coffee doesn't grow anywhere in the world but the Philippines is blessed with ideal soil, climate and elevation to cultivate and grow coffee trees. One of it is the forest coffee plantation of Baslay, a mountain barangay of Dauin, Negros Oriental south of Dumaguete City. To visit the farm is an arduous journey like how every cup of coffee ends up in our table. As you move up into the mountains, the ever presence of Mt. Talinis views lik...

"Crafted by Heart and Passion" Welcome to Starbucks Reserve. For us, craft is about fearless innovation, driven by our boundless curiosity and passion for all things coffee. We coax it to its fullest expression through meticulous roasting and brewing, then experiment with aging, infusing, distilling and nitrogenating it—resulting in creations ranging from timeless classics to those we haven’t dreamed of yet. If innovation is an art, then coffee is our medium. The finest brewing methods hold artistry, science and skill in perfect balance. In the cup, each technique produces a distinct flavor profile. Siphon brewer The first patent for the siphon brewer may have been filed in the 1830s, but its allure is timeless – an entertaining display of coffee artistry and science. The technique takes about 10 minutes from start to finish, and produces enough coffee to share with a friend. Taste result is a clean and balanced cup that is approachable in flav...