Coffee is more than a drink ā itās a bridge between people, cultures, and dreams.
This is the legacy I hope to leave: that every cup carries not just flavor, but hope for farmers, communities, and a beautiful coffee future.
Join me as my journey continues this October 17-2q at the World Barista Championship 2025 in Milan. š®š¹āļø
#WBC2025 #BeautifulCoffeeFuture #indulgeingiving #tgcpreciousmemories #henryandsons #thegivingcafe #worldbaristachampionship #worldbaristachampionship2025
Iām thrilled to contribute to the first edition of the new coffee magazine @readingstill_ ! Published by the lovely people of @bonjourjacob_ , the magazine features beautiful photography, a deep-dive into Lisbonās coffee scene, and some wonderfully written articles.
I wrote about pre-batch espresso, as I felt I wasnāt receiving enough grief online this month š . More seriously, pre-batched espresso is a topic I get asked about often, and I believe the conversation around it tends to skip one salient point: pre-batched espresso, the way it is done at @projectzero.coffee and @beta_coffee in Australia, tastes *better* than fresh espresso. The reason is based in sound coffee science. Want to know more? Read the article ā¦
Thanks to @michaelharrisph for opening my eyes to the profound difference between filtered and not filtered espresso. And hat tip to @jimseven for recognizing ages ago that crema is, indeed, rubbish
Steamed Americano. Hoffacano. Foam Americano. Black Cappuccino. Hot Aerocano. The Englishmanās Americano. Whatever this is, it works. Only @jimseven could take an Americano, make it more complicated, and somehow make it better.
His recipe calls for pulling your espresso shot, letting it rest for a minute, skimming the crema, adding it to 160g of cold water, then steaming everything together until it reaches around 60 to 70Ā°C. But because we wanted more time to steam, and because apparently this drink wasnāt complicated enough yet, we tried it differently. Instead of using 160g of cold water, we used 160g of ice made from our own brewing water. Same water, colder starting point, more time under the steam wand.
Would you try the Hoffacano, or is this too much work for an Americano?
Grinder: Mignon Pisa 65 @eureka__grinders
Espresso Machine: Manus S @elrocioespressomachine via @thecoffeedistrictt
Espresso Tools: @ikape_espresso@ikape_products
The Better Vessel: @michaelharrisph@henryandsonsph
Dirty coffee just makes sense in this heat: cold creamy milk, double shot of espresso poured right on top, and no stirring so you get that temperature contrast in every sip. You get the espresso hit first, then it slowly blends into the milk for a strong, creamy finish. Perfect for hot afternoons š„µš§āļø
It takes mindful thought
to make the complex simple.
Thatās not easy.
Thatās mastery.
And itās a skill worth polishing.
Anyone can make simple things complicated.
Few can make complicated things simple.
Clarity creates action.
Confusion creates cost.
Be the bridge
between complexity and clarity. #clarity
The Better Vessel is finally in its final form. You can start ordering your very own better vessel from www.thevault.ph
Once again i would like to congratulate @michaelharrisph and his team for this achievement. This is certainly a wonderful addition to the Specialty Coffee Industry.
If you haven't heard of the Better Vessel, this is a post-extraction tool that removes the bitter, rancid crema from your espresso leaving you with a more refined version of your coffee. This takes espresso to a whole new level as it reveals flavor that was hidden and masked by the crema before. You can also visit @tgcsocialentrep if you want a one of kind experience with our 2-time Barista Champion Michael Harris.
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful gift!
To enjoy a shot of espresso without the crema, you need to purchase
The Better Vessel invented by:
National Barista Champion @michaelharrisph
I had the honor to purchase the 3D model. The finished product will be available any day now.
Visit and Follow @henryandsonsph to order yours.
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āThe Better Coffeeā was everything we hoped for and more. Huge thanks to our guest @michaelharrisph for leading such an incredible session. Amazing people, fantastic coffees, and even better conversations. Saturday well spent āļø
#coffee #nuroast #thebettervessel
What if crema was hiding the best part? āļø
The Better Vessel by Michael Harris šµš removes itāwhile Mirion Impact š°š· pushes precision even further.
Crema removed. Bitterness reduced. Clarity amplified.
In the cup:
Maria Lomocso Dag-Um
Bukidnon Robusta | Natural | 1400 MASL
Taste Robusta differently at ĘlavouĢ¾r.
@michaelharrisph@cspt_mirion
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šFlavour Coffee Station, 2nd floor MKT. Bldg., Mahayahay, Bankal, Lapu-Lapu City
We created a new way to celebrate our province. Gumorningās Nueva Vizcaya Flight is a tasting flight built around the flavors and influences that shape Nueva Vizcaya. Each cup brings together ideas connected to the province, drawing from ingredients and inspirations that continue to appear across Vizcayano kitchens and tables.
Creating ways to highlight the province has always been part of what we explore at Gumorning. The Nueva Vizcaya Flight is one of those expressions. After all, this is for Nueva Vizcaya, for all of us.
Welcome to Gumorning. Welcome Home.
local cafe ā¢ community ā¢ Nueva Vizcaya ā¢ cafe in Philippines ā¢ community-made
The Better Coffee Experience with @michaelharrisph
An intimate coffee omakase exploring exceptional coffees, brewing precision, and the craft behind championship-level espresso.
In partnership with @nuroast.roasters
š March 21, 2026
š 552 Clark Dr., Vancouver, BC
ā ļø Limited seats available
Guests will experience:
ā¢ The Better Vessel brewing showcase
ā¢ Michael Harrisā World Barista Championship Espresso & Milk Course
ā¢ Philippine Coffee Cupping Journey
Featuring rare and remarkable coffees:
@benguetarabica , Laguna Liberica, Philippine Gesha by @acuii_sicayang , and Rare Experimental Lots.
Secure your seat: /e/the-better-coffee-omakase-experience-tickets-1984583942997?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
#MichaelHarris #TheBetterVessel #BeautifulCoffeeFuture
We are excited to introduce a new espresso experience!
THE BETTER VESSEL by Henry & Sons
- an innovation used by Michael Harris on the World Barista Champion stage in the espresso category
This vessel is designed to elevate how espresso is experienced by removing the bitters from the crema. It gives more clarity and sweetness, and better flavor definition of your espresso.
Starting today, you can try THE BETTER VESSEL only here @theredcup.mnl !
#bettervessel #coffee #cafe #specialtycoffee #espresso
