Summer Moon Training Week - Day 1 *Revised 06/19/25*

What is the vision of Summer Moon SC?

To be the most trusted and beloved coffee experience in every community we serve, known for memorable quality, genuine connections, and lasting impact in every cup.

What is the mission of Summer Moon SC?

We build a consistent and compelling experience through strong leadership and everyday execution — creating the path toward a place people can trust, love, and return to.

What are the core values of Summer Moon SC?

1. We love people

2. We think like owners

3. We pursue excellence

4. We serve fast, fresh, and friendly

What are the proportions to make 1 jug of Moon Milk?

- 1 quart whole milk (first)

- 1 quart heavy whipping cream

- 12 oz moon juice

What is the time range a shot can pull at?

Between 19-26 seconds

How many pounds of pressure are necessary when tamping espresso?

30 lbs

How long does a shot of espresso have to sit out before it "dies"?

30 seconds

What is the proper steaming technique for a regular latte?

- Anchor your pitcher into the steam wand

- Aerate for 2-3 seconds

- Dunk steam wand into pitcher until 140-160 degrees

- Purge steam wand

What is the temperature range to steam milk at for a regular latte?

Between 140-160 degrees

What is the temperature to steam milk at for an extra hot latte?

Between 160-180 degrees

What is the temperature range to steam milk at for a kids temp latte?

Between 100-120 degrees

Describe the process of making a cappuccino

- Pour 8 oz of whole milk into a pitcher

- Pull 2 shots

- Aerate milk throughout entire steaming process to create foam to the top of pitcher

Describe the process of making a cortado

- Pour 3 oz of whole milk into a teenage pitcher

- Pull 2 shots

- Aerate milk for 1-2 seconds at kids temp

Describe the process of making a macchiato

- Pour 4 oz of whole milk into a teenage pitcher

- Pull 2 shots

- Aerate milk to the top of the pitcher (like a cappuccino)

- Scoop a dollop of foam over the shots in the cup

What is a keto bravo?

- 8 oz of heavy whipping cream

- 2 shots of espresso

What is an americano?

- Filtered water (hot or iced)

- Shots of espresso (2, 3, 4)

What is a red eye?

- Drip coffee

- 1 shot of espresso

What is a black eye?

- Drip coffee

- 2 shots of espresso

What is a cafe au lait?

3/4 Drip Coffee, 1/4 Steamed Whole Milk

How many espresso shots go into a 12 oz latte? 16 oz? 20 oz?

1, 2, 4

How much TOTAL milk goes into the pitcher for a 12 oz latte? 16 oz? 20 oz?

10 oz, 12 oz, 12 oz

Briefly describe the drink build for a Summer/Wintermoon Latte. 1/4? 1/2? 3/4?

- Summer/Wintermoon: Shots of espresso, ALL moon milk.

- 1/4: Shots of espresso, 1/4 moon milk, 3/4 skim milk

- 1/2: Shots of espresso, 1/2 moon milk, 1/2 skim milk

- 3/4: Shots of espresso, 3/4 moon milk, 1/4 skim milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Mocha Moon Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Pumps of chocolate (1, 2, 3)

- 1/2 moon milk, 1/2 skim milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Global

- Shots of espresso

- 1/2 moon milk, 1/2 almond milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Cinnamoon Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Cinnamon

- 1/2 moon milk, 1/2 oat milk

(Oat Global)

Briefly describe the drink build for a Matcha Moon Latte

- Matcha powder

- 1/2 moon milk, 1/2 skim milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Bluemoon Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Lavender (1, 2, 3)

- 1/4 moon milk, 3/4 skim milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Vanilla Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Pumps of vanilla (2, 3, 4)

- Whole milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Hazelnut Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Pumps of Hazelnut (2, 3, 4)

- Whole milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Mocha Latte

- Shots of espresso

- Pumps of chocolate (1, 2, 3)

- Whole milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Matcha Latte

- Matcha powder

- Whole milk

Briefly describe the drink build for a Chai Latte

- 1/2 Chai concentrate (original, spicy, or vanilla)

- 1/2 Whole milk

What is a "dirty" chai?

Chai latte with shots of espresso

How are our hot and iced drinks made differently?

- Iced drinks: use hot water or espresso (if necessary) to melt sticky substances/powders

- Hot drinks: use steaming to mix the substances/powders