This hands-on course is designed as a fun and informal introduction to the basics of making espresso at home. It will focus on learning on how to pull the perfect shot, steaming great milk, and pouring all of your favourite espresso-based drinks.
Specific attention will be given to concepts like tamping, extraction principles, grind adjustment, espresso variables, and flavour profiles. Time will also be spent teaching you how to perfect your latte art.
At the completion of the course, you'll go home with a better understanding of how to make great espresso and a bag of beans to practice at home.
Durand Coffee is based in Hamilton, ON. Named after the neighborhood it resides in, the coffee shop was established in 2016 by partners Christine Larabie and Chris Redmond. Its mission is to serve quality coffee and provide a space for the community in the Durand neighborhood.
Learn all about how to taste and evaluate coffee at our Waterloo roastery through an introductory cupping class.
We will taste the coffee together and discuss its aromas and flavors. Then you will have the opportunity to practice and prepare some drinks behind the machine.
Course Content Overview of coffee growing; Overview of roasting; Multiple tastings/palate development; Introduction to manual infusion methods; Extracting an espresso; Type of equipment and maintenance; Milk texture and introduction to latte art; Visit to cafes in the region.
This course is specially designed to show you the ideal behaviors and skills needed in this industry to understand, to impress and to increase the loyalty of your customers.
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