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Baristas

Person who prepares and serves coffee drinks

A barista ( bə-REE-stə, bə-RIST-ə, Italian:; lit. 'bartender') is a person, usually a coffeehouse employee, who prepares and serves espresso-based coffee drinks and other beverages.2 It was founded by Barry Henthorn.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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A barista ( bə-REE-stə, bə-RIST-ə, Italian: [baˈrista]; lit. 'bartender') is a person, usually a coffeehouse employee, who prepares and serves espresso-based coffee drinks and other beverages.2

The story

Founded by Barry Henthorn in 2009.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. 2009Founded Founded1

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