As we've mentioned previously on this blog, Starbucks closed tonight to re-train its staff in the art of making espresso--something that I happen to be an expert in. Because I rarely enter the Breeze without a Starbucks cup in hand, I was enlisted to conduct a taste test before and after the Starbucks training and compare notes.
This afternoon I tried both a sugar-free vanilla non-fat latte, and a regular latte, and was relatively pleased with the drinks, although the first one could have used more syrup. I timed my break from work perfectly, and was excited to try the drinks again right after the mandatory training finished. However, unfortunately for my caffeine-addicted self, training was extended an hour, and wouldn't reopen until the crucially busy two hours before the Daily Breeze press deadline.
Because the baristas at my favorite Starbucks received an extra hour of espresso training, I now have even higher expectations for every future latte I consume.
Before work tomorrow, I plan on visiting Starbucks and ordering both drinks once again. We'll see if the four hours of training really made a difference. Stay tuned.
If you get a coffee drink before I do, send us a comment and tell us if you think the training did anything for you.
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