This Introduction to Coffee is the ideal starting point for any one wanting to get their feet wet in this amazing industry and learn a little bit more of what goes into our daily cup of Joe. Whether you're a barista, roaster, cafe owner or just a lover of Coffee, we have something for you here. We will also have a small cupping of some coffees at the end of the event for us to discuss in more detail.
Please see an overview of the course bellow:
COFFEE KNOWLEDGE
Coffee Origins
Coffee’s Growing Region
Coffee’s Journey
Harvesting & Processing
Most Common Coffee Species
Coffee Varieties
Quality
ROASTING
Basics of Roasting Process
What is a Roasting Curve
Roasting Terminology
SENSORY SKILLS
Why is sensory Important
Bias and Subjective
Taste Recognition and Flavor Perception
Influence of Origin & Terroir on Sensory Experience
BREWING
What is Cupping
Brewing Principles
Sensory Impact of Extraction
Course will be 5 hours in length, but could go longer depending on discussions.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
