Epic Espresso

About Epic Espresso

Welcome to our obssession

At Epic Espresso we are committed to pushing the boundaries of espresso preparation and perfection. Epic was established after considerable research and development into elite level espresso preparation techniques with the mission of becoming WA’s ultimate espresso bar. Epic Espresso is staffed by a team of coffee purists intent on producing the most amazing specialty coffee for their customers.

Welcome to our madness!

Our Machines

Currently Epic Espresso uses two three group Synesso espresso machines. These machines are Seattle built, handcrafted artisan espresso machines made in small numbers for elite level specialty coffee professionals. There are only a few hundred of these machines produced in the world.

Epic uses one dedicated take-away coffee machines and one dedicated in-house coffee machine and also uses Italian made Mazzer Robur conical burr grinders designed to deliver maximum aromatics into every cup. These grinders reduce heat transfer to the coffee beans therefore maximising full flavours to the final cup.

Epic Espresso also uses an advanced nanofiltration water filtering system that allows for constant monitoring of incoming water. This industrial water filtration system controls water quality. Epic Espresso also has individual reverse osmosis filtration systems for each of the Synesso machines.

Epic use ACF Italian made ceramic cups; these cups are designed for maximum heat retention and are robust for high volume commercial use.

Currently Epic Espresso use Pullman barista tampers hand built by Greg Pullman himself. These tampers were partly designed in conjunction with Epic Espresso baristas in a pilot program between Greg and Epic Espresso.

Our Coffee

Through a series of intensive cupping sessions of quality single origin coffee beans, the Epic Espresso Team has customized its own unique blend of coffee. This blend is freshly roasted locally by 5 Senses Coffee and delivered multiple times weekly. All coffee beans at Epic are aged in-store for optimum extraction, shot stability and performance and overall taste profile in the final cup.

The Epic blend is comprised of 100% Arabica beans that are sourced from the highest quality estates from all over the world. They are simply the best of the best. Essentially, the Epic Espresso coffee blend has been engineered to fuel the fanaticism of the obsessive Epic baristas!

The Epic Espresso custom blend is incredibly sweet, has huge chocolate notes, a full body, subtle acidity and a syrupy smooth finish. Perfectly suited to espresso but also performs well in other brewing methods. The blend is packaged in light resistant one way valve bags and is available in-store daily in take-home packs of 200 grams or one kilo.

Our Hot Chocolate

Epic has sourced its own blend of Belgian couverture chocolate which is used in all Epic’s chocolate based drinks. This blend of the highest quality pure Belgian couverture is melted down and features a rich smooth taste due to the high proportion of cocoa butter.

Epic also has introduced the L’ Angelina hot chocolate which is named after the famed Angelina Café in Paris. This hot chocolate is inspired by Café Angelina and is created in a traditional French style using fresh cream, full cream milk and Belgian couverture chocolate. This very rich, thick and smooth hot chocolate is an experience in decadence. Quite simply, the best hot chocolate you will ever taste in your life!

Epic’s signature Belgian couverture chocolate blend is also available for purchase in the store so you too can re-create this amazing hot chocolate experience at home.

Our Products

Epic Espresso has many coffee related products on sale in-store. From Reg Barber and Greg Pullman tampers, to high quality domestic knock boxes, to Italian made ACF ceramic cups. Come in store to see the selection or if you are searching for a coffee product we don’t have – ask one of our Baristas and we may be able to.

Epic Barista School

Why?

Learn how to make amazing, consistent coffee!

The Epic Barista School providers coffee enthusiasts with an opportunity to learn Epic’s progressive, dynamic espresso preparation techniques.

The Epic Barista School runs an Espresso Mastery, Latte Art Skill Training, and Advanced Espresso Mastery workshops. The workshops are extremely practical and are restricted to numbers of eight or less to ensure maximum participation for attendees. All four sessions are based on years of elite level barista experience and extensive commercial practice, and are suited to both novices and professionals.

The Epic Barista School is coordinated by Head Trainer Gabriel Tan.

The workshops are held on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. The workshops run for three and a half hours and are conducted on-site at epic espresso.

Booking can be made in-store or on the contact details below:

Gabriel Tan
gabriel@epicespresso.com.au
Ph: 08 9485 1818

Sarah McLeod
epic@epicespresso.com.au
Ph: 08 9485 1818

Please note payment is required prior to attending the workshops. This can be completed in-store, over the telephone or by electronic transfer.

Espresso Mastery

This workshop includes the foundational skills of perfect espresso dosing, milk texturing, machine maintenance, the creation of espresso-based drinks and machine and grinder management. This session also includes helpful information regarding coffee bean purchasing, bean storage and identifying roast profiles suitable for espresso.

Suitable For

Those wanting to enter the specialty coffee industry or the home enthusiast wishing to advance their skills and produce consistently high quality coffee.

Pre-requisites

None

Cost

$190

Latte Art Skill Training

This session includes advanced skill training for achieving glossy, silky milk each time and demonstrates techniques for achieving free poured latte art hearts, tulips and rosettas. This session includes information on the care and maintenance of the machine’s steam wand.

Suitable For

The home aficionado or industry professional wanting to raise their skills in milk texturing and master latte art to give them a competitive edge.

Pre-requisites

Espresso Mastery.

Cost

$195

Advanced Espresso Mastery

This session incorporates consolidation training of Espresso Mastery and also includes comparative cupping of single origin coffee beans to advance palate development. This workshop takes baristas to a whole new level in their coffee preparation skills and is restricted to five or less participants for maximum time with a trainer. Participants will be trained in preparation of the range of espresso based drinks that feature on the Epic Espresso Coffee Menu. Not for the faint hearted!

Suitable For

The home aficionado of the industry professional wanting to take their coffee preparation skills to an elite level.

Pre-requisites

Espresso Mastery

Cost

$200

The Epic Espresso Team

Epic’s team is hand picked specialty coffee professionals who are simply the best of the best!

All of our baristas are extremely passionate about producing the highest quality coffee they can and advancing their knowledge through continual research and training. All Epic baristas are required to undertake intensive and rigorous on the job training which refines their skills and advances their espresso knowledge.

Gabriel

Gabriel is Epic’s token Asian (haha!) and resident nut job. His great passions of music, serious food and wine is only surpassed by his love of coffee! You can find him usually singing at the top of his lungs or speaking in strange accents behind the bar. (as written by Gabriel himself)
Natalie

Natalie plays a mean game of hockey – evidence of which can be viewed most Monday mornings when she returns from her weekend game with some form of astro turf burn on hands or knees or elbows. Luckily for Epic, Natalie is married to Ben (not Barista Ben) who acts as Epic Espresso’s IT support. Ben unfortunately has no concept of time but can be quite funny – his one saving grace. Natalie on the other hand is constantly on time or early. Natalie is also our Head Barista School Trainer.
Mike

Mike is Epic’s resident filter coffee obsessive and regularly has the team trying new and interesting coffees from 5 Senses backroom supply. Mike has a quirky sense of humour, which can catch you off guard if not paying attention. Recently married Mike has been trying new recipes at home, which are then often shared and discussed with the other foodies in the Epic team the following day.
Ben

Ben is Epic’s quiet achiever and some say he looks like Nicholas Cage. As well as being an accomplished barista Ben is a great home chef and brings in tastings for the team usually to enjoy with a few beverages after work on Fridays. When not at Epic, Ben is at university studying fine arts.
Craig

Craig is the newest member of the team at Epic. In addition to his passion for making great coffee (and downing multiple Mojos – all in the name of furthering his coffee knowledge according to him), Craig is a professional pianist and aspiring conductor. He has performed as a guest musician with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, toured with The Phantom of the Opera, and played keyboard for the hit musicals Cats and Wicked. No points for guessing when Craig’s mix is playing on the Epic iPod! Oh and don’t get fooled by his sweet looks – he is the cheekiest member of our team.
Nathan

Nathan is Epic’s resident ray of sunshine! Nathan is a professional photographer however his passion for coffee means he needs Epic as much as we need him. He is never without a smile and a kind word for everyone.
Sarah

Sarah or crazy lady – as the team have nick named her – could talk underwater and as such you will often find her out on the floor having a chat. Sarah is passionate about coffee, food, wine and family. She is an avid Western Force supporter and for the month of July is up late into the night watching the Tour de France as one of her many hobbies is cycling. Sarah is also the owner of Epic Espresso and always welcomes hearing customer feedback.