Academy

Where to start your coffee journey

INTRODUCTION

 

This course lays the foundation for all subsequent Methods classes and is a great way to “get a taste” of the Methods curriculum. Coffee Introduction is designed for newcomers to the coffee industry and will teach you all the basic and essential coffee knowledge. It will cover a broad overview of coffee. Perfect for the person who would like to explore what direction they wish to take their education within the Specialty Coffee Industry. When combined with Methods specialty add-on courses, you will be on your way to your specialty coffee skills and knowledge.

 

Barista Skills

Whether you're starting from scratch or perfecting your craft, our hands-on barista courses are for you. Begin with our Foundation Course to master the essentials, then advance your skills with our Intermediate Course to dive into advanced techniques and latte art.

Foundation Course

Learn essential barista skills: grinding, pulling espresso, and steaming milk.

Intermediate Course

Master advanced coffee theory, extraction techniques, and basic latte art.

Develop Your Professional Palate

Go beyond simply tasting coffee and learn to professionally analyze it. Our Sensory Skills courses are designed to refine your palate and provide you with the vocabulary and skills to evaluate coffee's complex characteristics according to SCA standards.

Master the Craft of Coffee Brewing

Learn to control every element of the brewing process, from grind size to water temperature, to consistently create exceptional coffee. These courses provide a clear path from fundamental skills to scientific mastery.

From Green Bean to Perfect Roast

Take ultimate control of your coffee's flavor profile. Our Roasting courses guide you through every stage of the process, from understanding the green bean to achieving the perfect roast. Learn the hands-on skills and technical knowledge to transform coffee with precision and confidence.

Roasting Foundation

A hands-on introduction to the coffee roaster and the key physical stages of a roast.

Roasting Intermediate

An in-depth course on roast profiling, defect identification, and roastery management. (Prerequisite: Foundation Course).