WBC Countdown: Barista Champion of Honduras Jose Luis Herrera Madrid

JOSE LUIS HERRERA MADRID
BARISTA CHAMPION OF HONDURAS

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Barista Mag:  Before coffee, did you work in a different job or industry, or what did you study in school?

Jose Luis:  I have always worked in the coffee industry.

BMag:  How did you get started in coffee?

Jose Luis:  I started working in a coffee kiosk in the supermarket.

BMag:  What was your first amazing experience with coffee?

Jose Luis:  When I really committed myself to competing and showcasing the amazing coffees that we have in Honduras.

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BMag:  Who has been your greatest influence in coffee? Why?

Jose Luis:  Jorge Brizuela, my coach. He is always teaching me about coffee.

BMag:  What would you like to see change about the coffee industry/community?

Jose Luis:  I would like to see more specialty coffee shops in my country.

BMag:  Name a coffee luminary (famous person) you would like to meet, and why:

Jose Luis:  I’ve already met everyone!

BMag:  Name a barista you admire, and why:

Jose Luis:  I admire all the champs.

BMag:  Do you have a favorite customer? If so, tell us about him or her.

Jose Luis:  Every customer who appreciates the hard work behind the cup of coffe that I deliver is my favorite.

BMag:  Besides your own cafe, what cafe do you think everyone should visit?

Jose Luis:  Viva Espresso!

BMag:  Which coffee producing country you would like to visit, and why?

Jose Luis:  Brasil, because of the consistency in production and innovation.

BMag:  What are your interests outside of coffee?

Jose Luis:  My studies, playing soccer and the social networks.

BMag:  Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Jose Luis:  As a coffee instructor managing a specialty coffee shop franchise.

BMag:  Is there anyone you would like to thank or who helped you prepare for the WBC?

Jose Luis:  Yes! IHCAFE, Hulda, Orietta and Wendy for supporting me, the producer of my coffee for believing in us, and all our customers who always respect and admire what we deliver.

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