Coffee appreciation for beginners

Service Description

The Sensory Ritual: Specialty Coffee Appreciation Masterclass Step inside the quiet sanctuary of our Katong roastery and peel back the curtain on the intensive journey of specialty coffee from crop to cup. Designed for curious drinkers and aspiring connoisseurs, this intimate, hands-on masterclass transforms your relationship with your morning brew. Led by our resident Chief Barista, you will learn to navigate the complex flavor landscapes of rare single-origin micro-lots on rotation from across Southeast Asia. What You Will Experience: The Art of Cupping: Develop your palate through a professional sensory analysis session, learning to break the crust, aroma profile, and identify distinct tasting notes. Precision Manual Brewing: Take control of the kettle. We guide you step-by-step through pour-over extraction mechanics, mastering grind sizes, water temperatures, and flow rates using precision Hario V60 hardware. Latte Art Formatting: Learn the secrets behind silky milk texturing and practice the steady fluid techniques required to pour clean, elegant designs. Ethical Sourcing Stories: Explore the upstream stories of our farming communities, understanding how quality-driven, fair-trade practices protect farmers and the delicate ecosystem of the coffee fruit. Leave the busy streets behind and join us at the bar to master the craft of intentional brewing. Duration: 90 Minutes Class Size: Intimate groups (Up to 6 guests max for dedicated coaching) All brewing materials will be provided. You will experience our single-origin coffee collection, and you will take home a coffee bean selection according to your flavor preferences.