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The Italian word "barista" means "bartender". Why did this word end up meaning someone who makes coffee?

Question #152347. Asked by Thesuperyoshi.
Last updated Jan 16 2026.
Originally posted Jan 15 2026 4:52 AM.

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It refers to the fact that the person serving the coffee is behind a counter (bar). In Italy a barista can serve alcoholic or non alcoholic drinks. In the UK in 60's, restaurants serving coffee were called "Coffee Bars" - with cappuccino (referred to as Frothy Coffee) and espresso being the drinks of choice.

Jan 16 2026, 6:38 AM
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