Introduction to Coffee & Cupping
About this Event
This interactive class is designed for beginners and coffee lovers who want to deepen their understanding of coffee through guided tasting and sensory exploration.
What You'll Learn
Part 1 (45 minutes): Introduction to Coffee
We'll begin with an engaging presentation covering the fundamentals of coffee, including:
- The history of coffee and its journey from seed to cup
- How origin, climate, altitude, and coffee variety influence flavor
- The differences between common processing methods, including washed, natural, and honey processing
- How roasting shapes the flavor profile of coffee
- How professionals describe coffee using sensory language and tasting notes
Part 2 (45 minutes): Guided Coffee Cupping
Experience coffee the way producers, roasters, and coffee buyers evaluate it.
During the cupping session, you'll learn:
- The purpose and methodology of professional coffee cupping
- How to evaluate fragrance, aroma, acidity, sweetness, body, balance, and aftertaste
- How to identify flavor notes and compare coffees objectively
- How coffees from different origins and processing methods express unique characteristics
By the end of the workshop, you'll have a stronger understanding of what makes each coffee unique and the confidence to describe and appreciate coffee like a professional.
Perfect for: Coffee beginners, home brewers, coffee enthusiasts, and anyone interested in learning more about specialty coffee.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 113.43
