Home Barista/ Brewer Masterclass

Led by a professional barista and coffee roaster with over four years of experience in specialty coffee, these classes are designed for those who want to elevate their coffee experience at home.With a background that spans café service, roasting, quality control, production, and equipment management, I bring a comprehensive understanding of coffee from bean to cup. As a current head barista, I work daily with a wide range of brewing equipment and coffee styles, while also maintaining a strong focus on consistency, extraction, and flavor development.These sessions are designed to translate professional coffee knowledge into a format that is approachable, practical, and enjoyable for home brewers. Rather than overwhelming technical jargon, the focus is on helping you understand the fundamentals that make great coffee repeatable.Class offerings include:Home Brewing FundamentalsAn introduction to coffee extraction, grind size, brewing ratios, and how to consistently brew balanced coffee using common home brewing methods such as pour-over, French press, Aeropress, and espresso.Brewing Method WorkshopsFocused sessions exploring specific brewing methods, helping participants refine technique, dial in recipes, and understand how different variables affect flavor.Home Espresso & Milk SkillsFor those using home espresso machines, this session covers dialing in espresso, adjusting grind settings, workflow efficiency, and milk texturing for café-style drinks.Home Coffee Setup ConsultationPersonalized guidance for building or improving a home coffee setup. This includes equipment recommendations, grinder and machine pairing, workflow optimization, and practical advice tailored to your budget, space, and brewing preferences.The goal of these classes is simple: to make exceptional coffee more accessible at home, while building the confidence and understanding needed to consistently brew coffee you truly enjoy.Perfect for coffee enthusiasts, beginners entering specialty coffee, and anyone looking to build a thoughtful and rewarding home coffee routine.