Bundle: Essential Coffee Knowledge + Fundamental Barista Skills

 

Course Details

Duration	4 - 4.5 hours
Prerequisite	N.A.
Location	Blk 52 Chin Swee Road, #03-71, S160052
Class Size	1 to 12 pax
Cost Per Person	S$230

Essential Coffee Knowledge

An excellent starter kit for home enthusiasts and new baristas who are looking to journey through the world of Specialty Coffee and embark on the Bean-to-Cup experience. You will be exposed to what goes into crafting the perfect cup of coffee, providing a comprehensive overview of how coffee is grown and processed, and the factors to a coffee’s unique, diverse and complex flavour characteristics.

This class covers the following content:

• The Coffee Cherry – detailing the differences between Arabica and Robusta species and an introduction to Specialty Coffee
• Coffee Producing Regions – highlighting how terroir and processing methods play an important role in the flavour differences of major coffee producing countries
• Roast Profiles – understanding how different roast levels affect flavour and aroma.

Fundamental Barista Skills 

This is the starting course for the majority of learners, regardless of their skill level, however, it is by no means a basic coffee course. In this workshop you will cover some meaty content as well as a building your practical skills in the hands on activities, making it perfect for new baristas, home enthusiasts or experienced baristas looking to develop their theory or keep up-to-date with detailed industry information.

The class covers the following content:

• Espresso Preparation Techniques – a skill-building session to develop great techniques for dosing, distributing and tamping
• Quality Evaluation Training – adjustments to brewing parameters based on visual cues and sensory evaluation
• Espresso Beverages – interpreting the coffee menu
• Milk Frothing – identify ideal milk temperature, apply proper positioning and milk frothing techniques and introduction to free-pouring