On the Hunt for the Perfect Cup - a Word from Our Barista Training Specialist

Karin enjoys a tall cold one after putting food on her family's (and HG staff)
table by hunting the forests of Northern Michigan

By Karin Thompson - Barista Training Specialist, Roaster, and Coffee Bar Guru

I never thought coffee was anything special except for the different colors of Maxwell House cans. Then a friend of mine started working for Higher Grounds roasting coffee. She brought me some Yachil. The dark roast, and chocolatey, rich body, had me hooked. I instantly threw out the French Vanilla  creamer and put the Maxwell House out in my compost, my worms crawled away from the grounds.

That was six years ago, and today I still enjoy my Higher Grounds coffee. My favorite coffee right now is the Funky Mamacita Blend. I love how these two medium roast blend together to make a great rich body, with hints of nuts and chocolate. Luckily I can get it any time since I currently work for Higher Grounds. There is something special about Higher Grounds. The social justice component is one of many great things about it, but what is amazing to me is how you not only become a team member but you also become part of a community. A community that comes together for greater good, supporting justice around the world, one cup at a time. I enjoy getting out there to different shops that use our coffee and train the staff in proper preparation of espresso and brewed coffee, when I'm not out doing that you can find me at our coffee bar/ roastery either serving up some drinks or roasting coffee.