Behind the veneer of bearded hipsters that floods the world of high - end chocolate lie an intricate field of science , gadgetry , and discernment requiring old age of experience to superior . Counter Cultureis at the forefront of coffee teaching , and theirnew NYC training centeris the apex of techniques and technology .
We natter the beautifully plan newfangled location and were read the rope by equipment technician Tommy Gallagher . The airy , modern distance is frame of various stations and way devoted to grinding , testing , and brewing coffee in its many forms .
Every face to brewing coffee is granted the extreme care and precision with a slew of contrivance , from the late and capital , such as the new modular Modbar espresso scheme , to time - honored methods of pouring water over dry grounds . Behind each method acting Gallagher pointed out some cardinal mechanisms , whether it is controlling the air pressure during a shot of espresso , or measure out the refractile power of a coffee sample .
Anyone is free to take class here , and the environs is terrific for learning , with bleacher - style seating overlooking demonstration counters , picture projection , and of course , more than one of all the industriousness - standard gear . With training centers like these eager to plumb the depths of coffee knowledge , hopefully more people will see the world of coffee for more than just its trendy exterior .
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