Coffee Class: Espresso. Become an expert home barista.

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:30 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Sip Society Coffee Education Center | Chicago, IL

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Join us for a workshop all about espresso: from the very basics to fancy techniques. Got a machine? BRING IT! :)
About this Event

Hey Chicago! Come elevate your espresso game.

Join us at the Sip Society Coffee Education Studio (1806 W Cuyler) to unlock the secrets to making café-quality espresso at home in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to build your ideal espresso recipe by mastering key brewing variables—grind size, dose, extraction time, and others. Whether you’re new to espresso or refining your skills, this workshop will help you to brew this beautiful beverage with confidence.

Have an Espresso Machine?

Bring it! We want to help you learn how to use your own machine. We will have three espresso machines, ranging from beginner to mid-range and high-end. But, we think one of the best parts of this workshop is for you to get hands-on experience with the tools you have at home. So, if you've got it, bring it!

Don't have an Espresso Machine?

We will have three machines that range from beginner and budget friendly to high end and fancy. This workshop helps people figure out what type of machine they want, so join us if you're in the market or on the fence about a machine. We'll help you figure out what works for you.

Who are we and why should you join us?

The workshop will be led by Bradley and Matthew, who have over twenty years of experience in the coffee industry. We formed Sip Society in 2024 to focus on coffee education with a particular emphasis on everyday drinkers in addition to professional coffee people.

Check out our socials for some coffee content and to see what we're up to:

  • https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsociety.coffee
  • https://www.tiktok.com/@experimental.coffee

Your ticket comes with an 8oz bag of coffee from Experimental Coffee Company. You'll choose from a few options after you've tried them.


Agenda
Espresso basics: pull and taste shots

Info: What even is espresso? How does it work?


Advanced techniques: turbo, ristretto, and more

Info: After you've got the basics we'll pull some fancy shots and see how they bring out the best in beans


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Where is it happening?

Sip Society Coffee Education Center, 1806 West Cuyler Avenue, Chicago, United States

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USD 140.56

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