Product Description
Session Breakdown
- Introduction to Specialty Coffee – Understand what sets specialty
coffee apart, from sourcing and processing to flavour profiles.
- Understanding Coffee Beans – Learn about different coffee origins,
processing methods, and how they affect flavour. Discover how to
choose the right beans for your taste preferences.
- The Foundations of Espresso – Understanding coffee dose, yield, time,
and how they affect flavour.
- Grind Size & Tamping – Master grind adjustments and tamping
techniques to achieve even extraction and consistent shots.
- Dialing in Espresso – Learn to identify over-extracted, under-extracted,
and perfectly balanced espresso—and how to adjust variables for the
best results.
- Milk Texturing & Temperature – Achieve silky microfoam for different
drinks (latte, cappuccino, flat white) and learn how temperature affects
sweetness and texture.
- Espresso & Milk Pairing – Understand the ideal espresso-to-milk ratios
for different drinks and how to maintain balance in flavour and texture.
Session duration: 3 hours
Who is this course for?
- Home brewers wanting to improve espresso skills
- Baristas looking to perfect milk steaming and espresso extraction
- Coffee shop owners and staff aiming for consistently great coffee
- Anyone who loves coffee science and craftsmanship
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Accessibility information
Our workshops take place at our roastery (L3 7DX) and usually last about 2-3 hours.
We strive to make our training courses welcoming and accessible to everyone. Please note that our training room is only accessible via stairs, so unfortunately we are unable to accommodate wheelchair users or individuals who have difficulty with stairs.
For other disabilities or special requirements, we will do our best to make appropriate arrangements. We kindly ask that you contact us before booking your course so we can discuss your needs and ensure we can provide the best possible experience for you.
Thank you for your understanding, and we’re happy to answer any questions you may have.
