MENTION COFFEE and the first thing that comes to mind is the wide swathe of skills a barista has to master. But for Shaun Liew, that's only a small part of his empire. In fact, for him, the sky's the limit, and he hasn't stopped climbing.
Liew has managed to shatter every barrier he once set for himself and shows no signs of slowing down. He's constantly setting new ambitious targets, perpetually in pursuit of the next milestone.
His approach to life is akin to that of an aviator, soaring from one goal to another. This epitomises his philosophy of constant growth, which he graciously shares with Augustman in this interview.
How did your journey into the coffee industry take off, and what inspired you to pursue it?
Not many people know this, but I started in education. Back when I was a lecturer, I began attending a lot of coffee-cupping events in 2012, which would expose me to the coffee world. It's like taking an unplanned flight and landing at an extraordinary destination.
I remember the first time I had tasted an espresso by a barista named Cheryl. It tasted like blueberry jam, and I was so intrigued by how flavourful coffee could be. The complexity of what I thought was a simple beverage made me want to learn more, and ever since then, I never looked back.
It was a serendipitous time in my life as the coffee industry was also booming then. It became the perfect springboard for all my plans and passions, making the opening of my first cafe, Yellow Brick Road, that much easier.
My coffee career took to the skies and it's been a constant climb after that.
You've topped the Malaysia Brewers Cup twice now. How did your passion for competitions begin?
Bu hikaye Augustman Malaysia dergisinin August 2023 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Giriş Yap
Bu hikaye Augustman Malaysia dergisinin August 2023 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Giriş Yap
FACING THE PROBLEM, APPLYING THE SOLUTION
British skincare brand Facetheory has landed in Sephora Malaysia.
A STEP CLOSER TO PARIS
Bistro Léa is Kuala Lumpur's latest destination for wholesome, classic French fare
The Rearing Horse meets the Celestial Dragon
Porsche Malaysia unveils the Taycan S-Turbo Celestial Jade, a one-off model part of the legendary Sonderwunsch programme
The Story Of Luxury
KOK LAI CHING, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SOUTHEAST ASIA & PACIFIC AT EDRINGTON, PURVEYOR OF SOME OF THE WORLD'S FINEST SPIRITS, AFFIRMS THE IMPORTANCE OF STORYTELLING TO THE PREMIUM OFFERINGS SHE OVERSEES.
The Future Will Be Pixelated, Probably
What are the implications on one's lived experience as online life is rife with meaning and possibilities?
Perfectly timed slam dunk
Seiko introduces two limited-edition timepieces, to celebrate the rising passion for basketball in Southeast Asia with a blend of bold style, technical precision, and a nod to the brand's enduring heritage.
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW
Way up high, Felix Pantone and Zenith are coming together again for yet another stunning horological collaboration.
SANTOS DE CARTIER: A NEW ERA
ORIGINALLY A WAY OF INTERTWINING THE CARTIER BRAND WITH THE DARING SPIRIT OF AVIATION, IT NOW STANDS AS AN ICON OF LUXURY AND ELEGANCE.
A LEGACY IN TIME
This year's P-Day, a global gathering of Panerai enthusiasts, was organised in Kuala Lumpur for the first time. Augustman took the opportunity to speak with Panerai CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué and Paneristi co-founder Paddy Conway to find out more about this annual assembly.
REACHING FOR THE STARS
A tribute to the past, with a modern twist-Omega reimagines the iconic, space-travelling Speedmaster CK 2998 for the contemporary collector.