Journal
Practical guides on specialty coffee, espresso and Sanremo equipment, grinders and barista skills — from Baku.
Jun 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Beyond Coffee: A Guide to Cascara and Matcha
What cascara is, how to whisk matcha, and how to brew both at home hot or cold — a practical guide from Baristica in Baku.
Jun 4, 2026 · 6 min read
Roast date and coffee freshness: why it matters more than the expiry date
Why roast date beats the expiry date, how long the freshness window really lasts, and how to store your coffee at home.
Jun 2, 2026 · 6 min read
Barista courses in Baku: what you'll learn at BARISTICA Academy
From espresso theory to milk texturing, sensory and alternative brewing — who our SCA-based barista courses in Baku are for and what they give you.
May 30, 2026 · 7 min read
How to choose a coffee grinder: why grind matters most for taste
Burr versus blade, flat versus conical, hand versus electric — a practical guide to matching grind to your brew method and budget.
May 24, 2026 · 8 min read
How to Choose an Espresso Machine in Azerbaijan: Home vs Cafe Guide
PID, pressure profiling, steam power and group count — a practical guide to picking the right espresso machine for home or cafe in Baku.
May 18, 2026 · 8 min read
How to dial in espresso on a Sanremo: dose, yield, time, taste
A step-by-step guide to dialing in dose, yield, time and grind on a Sanremo machine — and how to fix sour or bitter shots.
May 12, 2026 · 7 min read
Specialty coffee in Baku: local roasting and how to brew it at home
What specialty coffee is, how Baristica roasts it in Baku on a Loring, and how to brew espresso and filter at home.