Prepare a barista coffee requires several ingredients: a good raw material, a skilled hand and a good choice of milk.
As a leading company in distribution for the hotel and catering trade in MajorcaMany customers ask us about how to offer better coffees. In this article we reveal everything you need to know to achieve this.
What is barista coffee like?
Isn't it a normal coffee? Yes and no.
In reality, the difference is to be found in:
- The quality of the grains
- The preparation process
- The presentation
At HG Mallorca we only work with the best brands and it was not going to be less in the case of coffee.
Our essentials include waterjuices, coffee and milk. This last product is often forgotten, even though it has a decisive influence on the final result of a preparation.
Why is milk so important?
This ingredient brings three key aspects to the drink:
- Taste
- Texture
- Temperature
It also allows us to personalise the coffee according to the customer's preferences: cut, latte, with more or less foam... And, of course, it gives us many creative possibilities when it comes to decorating our preparation.
The choice of coffee is the first step, which is why at HG we distribute Cafés Barco, from the Nabeiro group. It is a selection of the best beans from all over the world that is a true journey towards the most authentic flavour.
To this we add the choice of a milk whose texture, flavour and consistency allows us to make the tastiest coffee. Pascual Professional milk is the favourite of the most select catering businesses.
How does milk influence coffee?
If you want to achieve an authentic barista coffeetake note of the importance of milk:
- Flavour and texture: Depending on the type of milk used (whole, skimmed, soya, etc.), the flavour and consistency of the preparation will change. With whole milk, for example, we get smoother and creamier coffees. With nut drinks we get additional flavourings.
- Temperature: The ideal temperature for not burning the milk, and for the flavours to mix properly, is between 60-70 degrees.
- Foam: You either love it or you hate it, but it is undeniable that it adds a smooth and very pleasant texture to coffee. Not all types of milk allow for frothing, so the choice of milk is key.
- Latte art: The most skilled baristas pour the milk into the coffee in different ways to achieve true works of art in every cup. Syrups and cocoa powder can also be used to garnish the drinks.
If you want to produce an authentic barista coffee in your hospitality business, do not hesitate in contact our sales team. A carefully selected range of products is waiting for you at HG Mallorca to serve the best coffee on the island.
