Digital video lessons with a PDF for each topic

Follow at your own pace at home

Suitable for people with a semi-automatic espresso machine

Geert-Jan de Baristaman Β· over 10 years in specialty coffee and practical training

An online barista course as a gift for a coffee lover

Are you looking for a gift for someone who has an espresso machine, but don't want to just buy another coffee accessory? An online barista course is a great idea for someone who wants to make better espresso and is particularly curious about how their own machine works.

With Espresso Onder Controle's paid bundles, you aren't giving them more gadgets, but knowledge about coffee beans, flavour, and espresso. The lessons consist of videos with PDF summaries. Choose a bundle that suits what the recipient already knows and what they still want to learn. Before purchasing, check how the digital access can be passed on to the recipient.

Espresso extractie op een Sage Oracle Jet tijdens een barista workshop aan huis, waarbij espresso in een shotglas wordt gezet op de eigen espressomachine.

The machine is on the counter, but good espresso remains a quest

Maybe you often hear the recipient talking about the new espresso machine. Or that he or she has been making coffee for years but still doesn't know why one espresso turns out well and the next is disappointing. Then more knowledge is often a nicer gift than yet another accessory.

  • An expensive machine, but inconsistent results

    The recipient loves coffee, but often wonders why the espresso tastes different every day.

  • Watched a lot of videos, little overview

    There are plenty of coffee tips to be found. It’s just difficult to figure out which knowledge applies to your own machine.

  • Hard to choose between coffee gifts

    A new gadget might not fit the machine. You are therefore looking for something the coffee lover will get more use out of.
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De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.

Why give an online espresso course as a gift?

A digital espresso course is ideal for someone who already has a machine and is mainly curious about what is possible. It gives them the opportunity to learn more about coffee at home at their own pace, without having to schedule a workshop right away.

Espresso Under Control consists of short lessons on topics that home baristas often have questions about. The recipient can watch the explanations at their own pace and refer back to them later in the PDFs.

Who is this gift suitable for?

For a partner, friend, family member, or colleague with a semi-automatic espresso machine who wants to learn more. From an enthusiastic beginner to someone who has been making espresso for a while but enjoys continuing to learn.

What do you get with the online bundle?

  • Access to paid video lessons on espresso and coffee
  • PDF summaries to read back later
  • Topics such as coffee beans, flavor, making espresso, and maintenance
  • Lessons that the recipient can follow independently
  • No physical gift card or accessories included in the digital bundle

Built on years of practical coffee questions

The modules and bundles from Espresso Onder Controle were developed by Geert-Jan de Baristaman. He has more than ten years of experience with specialty coffee and provides business coffee training and private barista workshops at people's homes.

During those training sessions and workshops, Geert-Jan is repeatedly asked the same questions: why does the espresso taste different today, what am I doing wrong with my machine, and how can I gain more confidence in my coffee? Based on these real questions and challenges, he has gathered the topics for his online lessons.

This way, the recipient gains a lot of practical knowledge for an affordable price from someone who has been helping home baristas for years. Not just random tips, but lessons that address what coffee lovers actually encounter at home.

Not more gadgets for the coffee lover, but more enjoyment in what you already have.

De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.

Which digital barista bundle is right for the recipient?

For someone who wants to learn broadly about coffee beans and espresso, the Complete Basics for Home Espresso is the top choice. Has the recipient just bought a semi-automatic machine? Then the New Espresso Machine Starter Bundle is a more focused alternative. Both are paid digital products.

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Does the recipient already have an espresso machine?

These lessons are intended for people who want to get started with their own semi-automatic machine. That makes it easier to choose a suitable gift.

Does the recipient want to understand the basics or even more?

Some people have just started. Others have been making espresso for a long time but want to better understand the connection between coffee beans, flavor, and the machine. Choose a bundle that matches their curiosity.

Give the freedom to learn at your own pace

What to do at step 3?
De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.

Why is a digital coffee course a great gift?

A gift that matches their favorite hobby

You show that you take your interest in coffee seriously, without having to know yourself which coffee grinder or filter holder is suitable.

Productafbeelding van de Espressomachine Startbundel voor starters die thuis beter espresso willen leren zetten en overstappen van volautomaat en Nespresso naar halfautomaat espressomachine

Why is a digital coffee course a great gift?

New acquaintance without a packed schedule

The recipient watches the online lessons at a time of their choosing. No appointment needs to be made for a workshop.

De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.

Why is a digital coffee course a great gift?

Better understanding of your own espresso machine

The paid lessons make you curious about what beans, flavor, and the way of brewing coffee have to do with each other.

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De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.

Give the Complete Home Espresso Starter Kit as a gift

"Wat bieden wij?"

For the curious home barista

This bundle is for someone who makes their own espresso and wants to understand more about beans, flavour, the espresso machine and how to care for it. The lessons are not a professional course, but are intended for home use.

Why learn from Geert-Jan's practical experience?

Here's why you should get this offer:
Productafbeelding van de Espressomachine Startbundel voor starters die thuis beter espresso willen leren zetten en overstappen van volautomaat en Nespresso naar halfautomaat espressomachine

A complete digital course bundle from €29.95

The Complete Home Espresso Basics course currently costs €29.95. The paid bundle contains eight lessons with videos and PDF summaries.

A gift for someone who has just bought an espresso machine? The New Espresso Machine Starter Bundle currently costs €16.50 and contains four paid lessons.

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Digital bundle; no physical gift card. Check before purchase how the recipient gains access.

Eight paid lessons on coffee beans and flavor

Topics on making and understanding espresso

Also pay attention to freshness and maintenance

Online videos with PDF summaries for later
  • De complete Online Barista bundel met modules 2 t/m 9, inclusief introductiemodule. Voor maximale grip op espresso thuis, koffiedranken maken en koffiebonen kopen.
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Frequently asked questions about giving an online barista course as a gift

Does the recipient receive a physical gift card?

No, the course bundles mentioned here are digital products with video lessons and PDFs. No physical gift wrapping or paper gift certificate is provided.

Can I buy the digital course for someone else?

The bundles can be ordered digitally. You should check before purchasing how access is provided to the recipient when given as a gift. We do not offer an automatically sent gift code here.

Which bundle is right for someone with a new espresso machine?

We're here to make things easy for you! Your first step to getting the right size is checking out our size chart. It's got all the info you need to measure yourself and find your perfect fit. We also provide extra details on each product page, like the model's size and fit descriptions. If you're still not sure, our team is always happy to help. Just send us a message!

Is this course also suitable for someone with more experience?

Yes. Even those who have been making espresso for a while may be curious about beans, flavor, and the reasons behind inconsistent results. The complete bundle covers a variety of topics to explore.

How long does the course last?

The series consists of short, individual video lessons with PDFs. The recipient watches the purchased lessons at their own pace. It is not a fixed classroom course or training program.

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You can contact Geert-Jan the Barista here

Give a coffee lover something more to discover

For someone who loves working with the espresso machine, knowledge can be a special gift. No guessing about which accessory is right, but an opportunity to further explore the hobby.

View the Complete Basics for Home Espresso and choose the bundle that best suits the recipient. Are you giving the training to someone else? Check the digital gift transfer before ordering.

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