- Duration: 10am - 4pm (lunch provided)
- Cost: $550 per person (includes green and roasted coffee)
- Course number: Maximum of 8 people
- Experience required: Beginner to Basic, never roasted (ideally has completed a Barista course or has some industry experience making coffee or competent at coffee extraction)
- Coffee Shop Owner wanting to Roast in House
- Home roaster
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New to or limited experience commercial roaster requiring foundation knowledge.
1. Introduction to Coffee Roasting:
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- Explore the basics of coffee roasting.
- Understand the transformation process from green beans to roasted coffee.
- Learn about the essential factors influencing roast development.
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Roast Profiles Exploration:
- Discover a range of roast profiles, from light to dark.
- Understand how temperature and time affect flavour and aroma.
- Learn to tailor roasts to highlight the unique characteristics of different beans.
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Cupping Essentials:
- Master the art of cupping for evaluating coffee quality.
- Develop skills in aroma, flavour, acidity, and body assessment.
- Gain practical experience through guided cupping sessions.
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Hands-On Roasting Experience:
- Roast your own batches of coffee under expert guidance.
- Learn bean selection and profile adjustments for desired Flavours.
- Experiment with roast profiles in a state-of-the-art roasting facility.
- Weighing, Storing, and Bagging:
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- Master the essentials of handling roasted coffee.
- Learn proper weighing, storage, and packaging techniques to preserve coffee freshness.
- Understand the importance of packaging materials and storage conditions in maintaining coffee quality.
- Supplier Contacts and What You Need to Get Started:
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- Gain insights into sourcing green coffee beans and other essential supplies.
- Explore potential suppliers and build relationships within the coffee industry.
- Learn about the equipment and resources needed to start your own coffee roasting venture.
- Advanced Techniques and Troubleshooting:
- Explore advanced roasting techniques for flavour enhancement.
- Learn troubleshooting strategies for common roasting challenges.
- Gain insights into quality control and consistency in roasting practices.
- Conclusion and Next Steps:
- Recap key learnings and insights gained from the course.
- Discuss opportunities for further exploration and specialization.
- Receive personalized feedback and recommendations for continued growth.
Whether pursuing a career in coffee roasting or simply seeking to deepen your understanding of this craft, participants will leave with a newfound appreciation for the art and science of roasting coffee. By the end of this Coffee Roasting Fundamentals Course, you will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to embark on the journey as coffee roaster.
