{"product_id":"sca-barista-skills-intermediate","title":"SCA Barista Skills Intermediate","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou can pull a shot. Now find out exactly why it tastes the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis course goes deep on the theory behind great espresso: extraction, brew ratios, and how grind, dose, time and temperature shape what ends up in the cup. You’ll learn to dial in with intent, reading a shot by taste and backing it up with numbers. Then you’ll put it into practice on the bar, refining milk texture and latte art until both are consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSmall groups, plenty of time on the machine, and direct feedback from our trainers throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you’ll learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraction theory, TDS and brew ratios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow grind, dose, time and temperature change flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDialling in by taste, then confirming with data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilk chemistry and texture for consistent latte art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkflow, speed and consistency under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensory skills: tasting, describing and calibrating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment maintenance and troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWorking baristas and serious home brewers who have the basics down and want to understand the science behind every shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrainer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goiuri, Authorised SCA Trainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroup size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 3 people, maximum 6 people (please note we reserve the right to reschedule your class in the event of a small class size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unit 1, LJ Works, Old Spike Roastery, 7 Gastineau Yard, London SW9 7FA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10:00-17:00 over 2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need an SCA account with SCA Barista Skills Foundation, or equivalent bar experience. Please note you will be screened for qualification before enrolment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Old Spike","offers":[{"title":"10-11 November 2026","offer_id":60042374873472,"sku":"SCA_INT_1011NOV26","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24-25 November 2026","offer_id":60042374906240,"sku":"SCA_INT_2425NOV26","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0011\/4468\/4591\/files\/2.png?v=1791291995","url":"https:\/\/oldspikeroastery.com\/products\/sca-barista-skills-intermediate","provider":"Old Spike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}