I feel this has been an important and crucial part of what will become of our coffee bar - giving me the confidence to train and the passion to keep learning. I loved making drinks for (JP's) customers and seeing their reactions. MBS training will help make our coffee bar a cut above the rest.

— Brooke Brewer Iowa City, Iowa

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About Midwest Barista School

Education and Training

Pouring the perfect cupThe Midwest Barista School (MBS) exists to educate and train people in coffee and business. The foundation of MBS is JP's Coffee & Espresso Bar in Holland, MI, a high six figures a year espresso bar in a town of 35,000 people. This has been accomplished by a commitment to serving customers the best in product and service in an atmosphere that keeps people coming back.

Our Educational Classes teach how and why; our Hands-On Training gives you experience. Together they equal the start of a long lasting foundation for you and your staff, one you can build on and replicate as long as you own your business. Without accurate knowledge and proper training success can be difficult, if not impossible to achieve. MBS will provide you with current and relevant information and train you to apply what you learn.

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