Espresso

ESPRESSO: Advanced Extraction & Machine Mastery

Elevate your espresso skills in this two-part advanced workshop series designed for passionate baristas and coffee enthusiasts. Building on foundational knowledge, these immersive classes focus on the science, technique, and artistry behind consistently exceptional espresso.

What to Expect:

Session 1 – Refining the Craft

• Foundations Refresher: Revisit key concepts like dose, yield, ratio, and extraction time to solidify your base.
• Advanced Grinding Techniques: Learn precise grind adjustments for different beans and methods.
• Espresso Machine Expertise: Explore machine functionality, fine-tuning, and key settings for optimal performance.
• Pressure & Ratio Control: Master the influence of pressure and brew ratios to highlight desired flavour profiles.
• Brewing Variations: Experiment with ristrettos, lungos, and their role in menu development.
• Tasting & Profiling: Develop sensory skills through guided tastings to identify balance, texture, and clarity in espresso.

Session 2 – Mastery Through Practice

• Deep Dive into Machine Mechanics: Understand internal components and how each affects extraction.
• Fine-Tuning Grind, Dose & Temperature: Explore the subtle changes that impact flavour, consistency, and shot stability.
• Advanced Pressure & Temperature Control: Learn to adjust and maintain pressure and temp with purpose and precision.
• Shot Time Mastery: Dial in specific flavour outcomes by manipulating time and extraction stages.
• Hands-On Practice & Troubleshooting: Apply advanced techniques in real-time, with expert feedback and guided troubleshooting.
• Analytical Tasting: Evaluate extraction outcomes with cupping and tasting frameworks to refine your palate and identify flaws.

By the end of this series, you'll gain a robust technical understanding of espresso extraction and the confidence to consistently produce high-quality shots under varying conditions. Ideal for experienced baristas or advanced home brewers ready to take their espresso skills to the next level.

Reserve your spot today and unlock the full potential of your espresso machine, palate, and technique.