Name: Bashayer Alzayed

Cafe: SHOTS

Title: Co-owner

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My coffee: Our signature Aloha.

Most overused ingredient: Espresso shots.

Favorite coffee destination: Guatemala.

Favorite coffee gadget: Grinder.

Q: Why did you become involved with coffee?

I have always loved coffee and grew up around coffee lovers. So, I wanted to take this passion and make it full time job.

Q: What’s the best part of the job? Which part is the worst?

The best part of this job is working on something I am passionate about and sharing with the world something I love. And the worst part is the stress of always wanting to make the perfect cup of coffee.

Q: What makes a regular cup of coffee amazing?

The passion a barista puts in preparing it.

Q: How much coffee do you drink in a day?

Around 4 cups a day.

Q: What do you do for fun?

When I’m not working, I love to go diving.

Q: How do you deal with really annoying customers?

Smile!! and make a good cup of coffee.

Q: If you weren’t a barista, what would you like to be?

A veterinarian.

Q: What’s your favorite treat to have with your coffee?

I love strawberry. The sweetness of the strawberry balances the strong taste of coffee.