spirit of craftsmanship
In June of this year, Hidenori Izaki, former winner of the World Barista Championship, paid a visit to Louisa to share his experiences and philosophical outlook on coffee. "The process of delivering a cup of coffee — going from raw beans to roasting, brewing, and the final sale — takes cooperation between a lot of people. The last piece of the puzzle, the person who actually enables the customer to savor a delicious...
Read MoreSince its establishment over a decade ago, Louisa has stayed true to this ideal by independently roasting all of its own coffee beans. Each time we upgrade and expand our collection of high quality coffee roasters, it represents another step forward in Louisa's growth. The only thing we insist on staying the same is the deliciously distinctive flavor of Louisa coffee. ◆ Hand Roasted Coffee When Louisa was first f...
Read MoreEvery Louisa barista starts out with the basics. Keeping the store clean, putting on an apron, maintaining a neat and orderly appearance — every barista undergoes a long and fulfilling journey of learning and self-cultivation. This is because, when it comes to coffee, Louisa settles for nothing but the best. Remember, making a truly amazing cup of coffee takes a lot of work! When a real coffee lover first walks thr...
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